The Cook’s Kitchen

Armstrong Cabinet Products’ ChefCenter™ was named a winner in HOME Magazine’s 10th annual Kitchen and Bath Awards. Based on style, efficiency and innovation, HOME editors selected 10 products that have raised the standard for the modern-day American home. The winners were honored at a gala awards ceremony at Chicago’s N9NE Steakhouse, Ghost Bar during the annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, and also will be featured in the May 2008 issue of HOME, on newsstands now and on HOME’s website, PointClickHome.com.

“The trend in cabinet design is not just exterior aesthetics, but personalized function, including products with features that are designed around use or task,” says Kalpesh Nanji, Manager of Product Development, Armstrong Cabinets. “Our focus with ChefCenter™ was to create an inspiring space where cooking becomes fun and efficient. We are honored to be recognized by a leading authority for renovation and design enthusiasts.”

According to HOME Senior Editor Carolyn Weber, versatility and scalability are key elements to the ChefCenter™ program, which can be customized in either the “Family Chef” or “Epicure” configuration. “The convenience of having everything you need within arm’s reach is a winning combination,” she said.

Choices abound with different sizes of pullout fillers that contain shelves or perforated organizers to wall cabinets with pull out shelves. “This robust solution provides enough choice for customization but is designed to be extremely easy to specify, design and order” says Nanji. A lifestyle solution that makes daily tasks easier and more enjoyable, ChefCenter™ is an integral part of any cooking zone and works well other kitchen zones. The center, available only from Armstrong, features either a 30” or 36” drawer base with organizer and pull-out organizers. Plus, since it is modular and scalable, it is easy to include innovative, value-adding features to enhance standard kitchen plans.

“Combining ChefCenter™ with our other zoned organization products for preparation or food storage, for example, allows the entire kitchen space to be truly functional,” says Nanji.

For more information and design tips, visit www.armstrong.com/cabinets or call 1-800-527-5903.