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Nikolatesla Unplugged Extractor Induction Hob With Knobs by Fabrizio Crisa

Nikolatesla Unplugged Extractor Induction Hob With Knobs

Platinum A' Design Award Winner 2023

A horizontal kitchen countertop scene unfolds before the listener, dominated by a sleek cooking appliance spanning most of the width of the frame, its surface a deep, glossy black that feels as smooth and cool as polished glass, reflecting subtle light in gentle gradations that suggest a mirror-like finish. The countertop itself extends as a matte charcoal surface with fine granular texture, feeling like engineered stone or dense composite material, cooler and slightly rough to the touch compared to the glossy appliance surface. Five cylindrical control knobs march in evenly spaced rhythm along the front edge of the cooking surface, each perhaps three inches in diameter and two inches tall, their surfaces brushed metal that would feel cool and finely lined under fingertips, catching light in linear highlights that trace around their circular profiles. Moving from left to right across the scene: at the far left edge sits a small cylindrical planter in glossy emerald green ceramic, its surface smooth and cool, containing a living herb plant with delicate needle-like leaves in fresh spring green that would feel soft and slightly oily, suggesting rosemary or thyme. On the left portion of the black cooking surface rests a dark charcoal saucepan with a natural wooden handle in warm honey-tan wood grain, the handle likely smooth and warm to touch, the pot containing a vivid pink puree or sauce that suggests berry reduction or beet preparation, its color a vibrant magenta-pink like crushed raspberries. Near the center of the cooking surface, a circular extraction zone is subtly visible, marked by concentric rings, with wisps of transparent steam rising upward, suggesting active heat and the moisture of cooking vapor. On the right portion of the surface sits a transparent glass frying pan with a brushed metal handle extending toward the right edge, through the clear sides two golden-brown pieces of protein are visible, appearing seared and crusted, their surfaces suggesting the texture of cooked fish or poultry with herb sprigs providing green accent. At the far right foreground sit three small bowls: the nearest contains pink granular salt crystals suggesting Himalayan or mineral salt, the middle bowl holds what appears to be pink peppercorns, and the farthest contains whole red peppercorns or dried berries, each bowl white ceramic with smooth glazed surfaces. Small crimson numerals glow within the black cooking surface near the center, reading as digital temperature or power indicators in a warm red light like heated metal. The background rises to a textured wall surface in pale warm gray with subtle variations suggesting aged plaster or concrete, its surface appearing slightly rough and matte, absorbing rather than reflecting light. Soft, diffused illumination falls from above and slightly forward, creating no harsh shadows but gentle gradations that model the cylindrical knobs and create subtle shine on the glossy cooking surface, the overall lighting suggesting bright interior daylight or carefully balanced studio lighting that maintains even visibility across all elements while the steam adds ephemeral movement and the sense of warmth rising from the active cooking zone.

Refined design solutions that cater to top performance in cooking and extraction is marked with Nikolatesla Unplugged. Controlled through fixed click-release knobs with analog touch and feel, providing quick and intuitive access to its features. All elements are incorporated into a bold-lined appearance, developed to intelligently separate the cooking zone from the control area. The cooking and extraction areas are distinguished by the linear central glass flap, which conceals the extraction area.