Design for our Future Selves Competition 2001
 

David Day / Industrial Design Engineering

> storable cooking hobs

Helen Hamlyn Special Award winner
 

Two storable cooking hobs that can be hung on a utensil rail, with the option of being used either independently or together. When the hobs are to be used they can be lifted from the rail and placed onto any flat surface. The hobs are mains powered using a cordless kettle-style power base that can also be stored in a similar fashion. Being light in weight, of robust build quality and easy to clean, the design provides a practical space saving and lyrical alternative to the traditional hob. The hobs are aimed at a wide user range, but have been developed with the specific needs of older people in mind.