The renowned German interiors and lifestyle magazine Schöner Wohnen, which specializes in topics relating to furnishing, living, design and architecture, has recognized Häcker Küchen GmbH & Co. KG with the Best of Design award in the Kitchen category for its handleless wooden veneer fronts in Vienna rattan style AV 6085-GL from the Systemat product line.
The jury was impressed by the stylish woven look and fine texture of the wood veneer front in Vienna cane style, which reinterprets this traditional design. The woven pattern is reminiscent of the flair of the Viennese coffee house scene with its famous Thonet chairs, thus reviving a piece of cultural history.
According to the jury, the Viennese rattan fronts are also “masterpieces of an elaborate manual production technique,” with 8 square meters of veneer required for each square meter front. Two layers of solid-dyed poplar veneer are applied to the base material. This is followed by the top layer, the actual veneer.
The manufacturing process involves a sheet with the Vienna cane texture being pressed into the veneer at a pressure of 400 tons and a temperature of 120 degrees, explained Michael Dittberner, head of product development and management. The finely textured design, which evokes traditional craftsmanship, was another factor in the jury awarding Häcker’s front model the Best of Design prize.
“This award is more than just a prize – it is a recognition of the commitment, passion and fantastic work by our entire team,” said Karin Padinger, head of marketing.
With its Best of Design award, the magazine aims to offer readers direction and keep them up-to-date about design trends and new products. Since 2022, Schöner Wohnen has given awards to manufacturers who submit their products to the competition and meet the high criteria of the expert jury. For more than 60 years, this well-known magazine has been reporting on innovations in the field of living and furnishing.
