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Robert Radi Designs “6 in 1″ Digital Oven for Wolfgang Puck.

robert — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:29:04 +0000

Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck has been on the forefront of the culinary world for decades and his passion for cooking, wine, and life is undisputed. No surprise that Wolfgang Puck demands the highest quality from the products bearing his name.

The latest product to join the WPA lineup is a 6-in-1 Digital Convection Oven with Rotisserie designed for Wolfgang Puck by Beverly Hills-based designer Robert Radi.

An attractive design with Professional European flair, the oven allows the user to experience delicious convection cooking with the Wolfgang Puck 23L Digital Convection Oven with Rotisserie. This powerful 1500-watt oven offers fast pre-heating and cooking with temperature controls up to 450 degrees. Plus, 8 function controls allow for a wide range of cooking applications. More than 20 great recipes are included so the user can start cooking right away! The high efficiency technology allows the oven to pre-heat and cook at a very fast pace saving energy.

A green appliance designed to satisfy any lifestyle. From a 12″ pizza that is ready in 10 minutes to an excellent full meals for the entire family.The electronic controls and blue backlit liquid crystal display are highly intuitive and easy to operate.Amazingly this 23L oven has a very small foot print as it was designed with a full understanding of “countertop real estate.”

Fully insulated, the 6 in 1 oven features a 8 function controls including Defrost, Keep Warm, Standard Bake, Convection Bake, Slow Cook, Roast, Broil and Rotisserie and it is also a dehydrating machine. A Child lock feature rounds up this remarkable appliance.

Please visit our portfolio for images and other exciting designs by Robert Radi.

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VIDEO: Wofgang Puck introduces the Oven on HSN.

VIDEO: Making pizza with Wolfgang Puck

Ford Thunderbird Kitchen Appliances, designed by Robert Radi, receive renewed attention.

robert — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:10:48 +0000

Designed in 2004 at the request of Ford Licensing and marketing executive Howard Ong, the Ford Thunderbird Kitchen Appliances commemorates the 50th anniversary of the legendary 1955 car. Thanks to Peter Pachal – Editor of DVICE and Online Editor at NBC News - the line has received renewed attention across online and printed media. You never know… 2010 is the 55th anniversary of the Ford Thunderbird.

Ford Thunderbird kitchen appliances remind us why American cars are cool

DVICE
by Peter Pachal – Editor

In the wake of the White House’s Detroit bailout, we needed a reminder of why we should have any good thoughts about American automakers. Well, we got it in the form of these awesome kitchen appliances by Radi Design, made to resemble the exterior of a beautiful 1955 Ford Thunderbird. They’re a few years old, but these sleek retro toys are still cool – just look at the analog dials on that blender! Personally, though, I want the grill. This bailout is still tragic, but at least from these designs you can see there was some point in history when U.S. carmakers were innovative and took pride in their work. Let’s hope that day comes again.

THE BLENDER – (Design: Robert Radi 2004)

THE TOASTER – (Design: Robert Radi 2004)

Radi Design’s Auto Inspired Kitchen Appliances

The Elite Choice

Radi Design has unveiled kitchen appliances modelled on the 1955 Ford Thunderbird. The fact that American auto companies are being bailed out by the government and hence, these kitchen appliances lend an almost nostalgic and patriotic touch.

The appliances include pieces that look almost like a replica of those luxurious and classy American cars. The funniest appliance has to be the blender which comes with an analog dial. The other appliances are nothing less and sport a retro but fun look which instantly attracts you. You would no more have to deal with boring kitchen appliances.
The designs seem to encourage the buyer to consider American auto again, and buy American cars when things are going so wrong with the industry. In any case, the Radi Design’s kitchen appliances take creativity and innovation to the next level and make every American proud of auto heritage.

Retro rewind: kitchen gadgets recreate thunderbird magic

Harshpaul | Dec 20 2008

It almost sounds like a fairy tale, but there was once a time when the Detroit automakers made cars and gave shape to the automobile world we know today. Many of the designs are famous and iconic, still holding sway. Sometime back, Radi Design designed kitchen appliances based on the 1955 Thunderbird. The retro-design of the appliances are awesome, complete with the old-world feel.

The appliances in the range get authentic with analog dials, knobs, the car’s front grille and the logo. I’ve never seen kitchen gadgets look that cool! While we’re on the topic, here’s something more to step up the nostalgia. Strange that such innovative automakers could fall on such bad times.

THE GRILL – (Design: Robert Radi 2004)

THE OVEN – (Design: Robert Radi 2004)

Estilo retro en la cocina

Hace un tiempo les había comentado de el estilo retro, sillas, butacas, etc. Un estilo muy colorido y divertido.

En esta ocasión se trata de accesorios para la cocina de este estilo. Quizás os guste este estilo pero no quieres decorar con muebles grandes y mucho más llamativos, con el riesgo que te quede un espacio temático, (excepto que esto es lo que busques!) puedes decorarlo con estos accesorios.

Tienen como motivo principal el Ford Thunderbird de 1955, y se lo ve reflejado con todo su brillo.
Los diseñaron en el 2004 cuando se cumplían 50 años de su creación, y vaya regalo.

Han realizado diferentes modelos, una tostadora, que la verdad me fascina, hermoso diseño.
También podéis encontrar un horno eléctrico, un grill y una licuadora.
Mi favorita es la licuadora, le han hecho hasta el velocímetro, una palanca de velocidades, y todo es funcional, nada decorativo y eso tiene más mérito.

Let them eat cake!

robert — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:55:16 +0000

Dr. House MD ”Let them eat cake” © FOX

“Mr.” CakeKeeper

Arguably the most distinctive CakeKeeper on the market (designed by Robert Radi for SNAPWARE) it is making “cameo appearances” on hit Television Shows such as “Dr. House MD” and “How I Met Your Mother.”

In its method acting appearances, “Mr.” CakeKeeper brings a unique flair in carrying cakes, pies, and other delicious pastries. It can usually do it all in one take, thanks to its comfortable handle, snap latching system, and on-board knife/spatula securely snapped inside its cover.

Mr. CakeKeeper wouldn’t say if it would support a SAG strike, but asked us to have our people call its people. We were a bit puzzled when the first off-tool sample in our Studio asked for its own 6′X6′ showcase. Yep, the whole thing is going straight to its injection molded head.

On the other hand, to discuss your next project you can reach Robert Radi directly at 323.556.0788 – No people to go through….well… beside the receptionist.

The SNAPWARE CakeKeeper designed by Robert Radi

Video: Diane Lane talks about the Healthy Skin Rejuvenator.

robert — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:16:25 +0000

The NEUTROGENA Healthy Skin Rejuvenator is a snap. Simply wet and attach the puff, then rejuvenate your skin’s look. No measuring. No mess. Just great-looking skin.

The Wet/Dry System Applicator was designed and developed by Robert Radi for NEUTROGENA.

Star Trek: The Experience flies for the last time.

robert — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 04:33:18 +0000

In December 1996, I received one of the most exciting phone calls of my career as a designer. On the line was Ray Smith CEO of SBD Inc. Months before that call, Ray made me aware of the possibility of participating in the design of a 27-passengers flight simulation ride conceived as the core of a project titled Star Trek: The Experience. Over time we talked about how to approach it, about the 3D Design Technology (much different back then) and the communication and coordination of the project among my studio and his organization — and patiently waited. But this call was different: Paramount Pictures had signed on the dotted line and we were ready to move on with the project. The rest is history. It is needless to describe the crazy deadlines, the amount of drawings, the complex computer generated 3D data, the renderings, the long nights and the overall insanity that a project like this commands. It was all worth it in the end, and I will always remember the sense of pride and accomplishment I felt when the Experience finally opened in January 1998.

But everything good must come to an end, and “Star Trek: The Experience” is ending its 11-year run at the Las Vegas Hilton on Sept. 1. Since 1998, millions of guests have boldly gone into the 24th century to battle Klingons, Borg and other hostile aliens.

Still today I see Star Trek: The Experience as my first big break. This project was the baptism by fire and crystallized my design career for good. I am honored of having been part of this project and having contributed to the entertainment and enjoyment of so many people. Star Trek: The Experience will always have a special place in my memories.

- Robert Radi

Radi Design implements VeloWare CMS for new website.

Admin — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:29:24 +0000

Today Radi Design has launched a new website. Not news in itself, but the entire website is now powered by a custom content management system created by VeloWare.net.

Ginsu to debut Sport EFK designed by Robert Radi.

Admin — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:30:17 +0000

Production samples are here and looking sleek. Ginsu will begin shipping the product to retailers this week. Check back soon for more information, and images of this product.