Electrolux Group has picked up five Red Dot design awards this year for outstanding product design. The SaphirMatt, a matt black glass induction hob, received the top recognition Red Dot: Best of the Best for its innovative scratch-resistant matt glass.

The Red Dot: Best of the Best is awarded for groundbreaking design and is the highest distinction in the Red Dot Award: Product Design category.

“The unique SaphirMatt ceramic glass can withstand everyday use and abrasions while the elegant black matt finish adds a touch of style to any kitchen. This delivers an outstanding consumer experience and we’re extremely proud to win the highest distinction Red Dot: Best of the Best for this cutting-edge design,” says Simon Bradford, Head of Design for Product Line Taste.

In addition to the Best of the Best award, Electrolux Group received four more prestigious Red Dot awards for products designed to improve the lives of consumers in the home.

Electrolux and AEG SaphirMatt Induction Hobs

The SaphirMatt glass finish for cooking hobs boasts superior cleanability and resistance to scratches and fingerprints, but its frosted surface is also replete with visual and tactile appeal. SaphirMatt is a groundbreaking innovation in a commercial space dominated by glossy black glass. The range of SaphirMatt hobs for Electrolux and AEG brands aims to make the hob the visual centrepiece of even the most distinctive kitchen.

Electrolux 900 Series/AEG 9000 Series

Our cohesive line of air purifiers and combination air purifier-humidifiers features clean and simple forms, with wood and textile materials for a natural fit in the home. The recycled plastics are paint-free including textiles woven using recycled PET fibres. The mobile app and user interface are simple, intuitive, and easy to use. The product adapts fan speed and airflow to eliminate impurities while providing a cooling breeze and humidifying the air as necessary. An ultraviolet light in the water tank kills all bacteria, ensuring it adds pure and healthy humidity to the air.

Frigidaire Gallery 30” Wall Oven Series

This oven lineup is designed to enhance the consumer's culinary experience, helping them prepare delicious meals every time. This built-in wall oven has an integrated modern aesthetic, crafted with stainless steel and glass. The large touch display and simple-to-use control enable the consumer to choose from features such as ‘No Preheat’ to save time and energy, and ‘Air Fry’ and ‘Steam Bake’ are among 15 different cooking options for reliable, flavourful results.

Frigidaire Gallery French Door Refrigerator

Our new family of multi-door refrigerators showcases clean lines, with distinct handles and touch-sensitive controls. LED interior lighting conserves energy, while the CrispSeal® Fresh crispers keep delicate greens fresh for 40- 50% longer on average. This technology, exclusive to this line, holds industry-leading 4.8 Stars in consumer ratings. Our proprietary Inverter Technology ensures temperature stability and ideal conditions while exceeding Energy Star certification. This solution prevents freezer burn and warm spots, thus reducing food waste while enhancing energy efficiency.

Electrolux Laundry Tower

This vertically stacked dual drum front-load washer and dryer seamlessly integrates into your laundry room or closet, liberating floor space for a sink, storage, or a handy folding table. Available in white or titanium colour options, this tower complements the home interior with durable powdercoated metal panels, full-tinted lens doors, sleek chrome and metallic accents. The control panel features touch controls with large, white lettering, easy-to-read backlit displays, and audible signals that emphasise convenience and ease of use.

About the Red Dot Design Award

The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most sought-after design accolades in the world. This year’s winners were chosen by an expert jury and the winning products will be presented at the Red Dot Design Museum in Essen, Germany.