Weber Knapp Blog

When it comes to high-end kitchen appliance design, great performance is as important on the outside as it is on the inside.

You’ve decided to install a flip-up countertop with a Lift Gate Assistant hinge – congratulations!

Our next stop on the trade show circuit this year takes us deep into the world of hospitality in a city synonymous with it. 

“Hold on, let me come around the counter to help you.”

Think about the last project you spearheaded – did you face any supply chain issues obtaining crucial parts? 

Whether you’re designing a kitchen appliance, a bar countertop, or ergonomic office furniture, incorporating the right motion control mechanism lends functionality, safety, and elegance to your product.

Engineers and designers often ponder over what type of hinges to use on their products. 

Have you ever looked at your grill design and thought, “I wish this lid wasn’t so heavy and didn’t slam whenever I let go?” 

The post-COVID-19 traveler wants flexibility.

To keep up, hotel furniture design is trending toward multifunctional spaces and furniture. Gone are the days when a room or piece of furniture was used for a single purpose. Hotel rooms have become personal gyms. Hotel lobbies are meeting spaces. Even beds transform into a workstation. 

After the hard hits the hospitality industry took during the pandemic, hotels that thrive post-pandemic will be those that creatively evolve with changing health concerns and guest priorities.