Essentially Invisible: GAGGENAU Minimalist Induction Cooktop

In the evolving world of kitchen design, invisibility is fast becoming the ultimate luxury. With its latest innovation, GAGGENAU has redefined how a cooktop can sit within a contemporary home.

The Essential Induction is a product that all but disappears, merging seamlessly into a Dekton work surface to create a kitchen that feels calm, ordered and uninterrupted.

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The design premise is simple yet radical. When switched off, the only sign of its existence is the row of front-mounted knobs in either stainless steel or black. The work surface otherwise remains a pure, uninterrupted plane, ready to function as a place for cooking preparation, casual dining or even spreading out a laptop. When activated, discreet LED dots indicate where the cookware should be placed, vanishing again once the surface is cool.

The achievement is made possible by Dekton, the ultra-compact surface material created by Cosentino. Resistant to heat, stains and scratches, and offered in 60 different finishes, Dekton has long been a preferred choice for architects and designers. Its strength and versatility allow for this level of seamless integration, where function hides behind flawless form.

Beneath the surface lies the full force of GAGGENAU’s cooking technology. High-performance induction modules in two sizes are paired with magnetic surface protectors that safeguard the countertop while connecting directly to cookware. The control knobs provide the same intuitive precision as the brand’s renowned 400 series, offering 12 power levels, a keep-warm function and a boost option for fast heat.

For designers, the Essential Induction represents a new frontier in minimalism. It grants absolute aesthetic freedom, allowing the countertop to be viewed as a unified design element rather than a collection of appliances. As Kais Zaiane, head of business development at GAGGENAU, notes, “The reduction to the essential is every architect and designer’s dream product.”

Essential Induction proves that the most refined kitchens are not always defined by what you see, but rather by what quietly disappears.

Images courtesy of GAGGENAU via Designboom

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