2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

Retro-Style Countertop Steam-Bake-Microwave Cooker DB621P

Entrant

杭州老板电器股份有限公司

Category

Product Design - Kitchen Accessories / Appliances

Client's Name

Hangzhou Robam Appliances Co., Ltd.

Country / Region

China

The DB621P is not merely a functional appliance, but a fusion of aesthetics, efficiency, and human-centered care. Rooted in the core concept of "Natural Wellness", it deeply integrates artistic sensibility into the home environment. By combining steaming, baking, microwaving, and air frying, it offers true versatility, saving space in compact kitchens while providing professional support for advanced culinary needs. Backed by 45 years of R&D experience from Robam in built-in kitchen solutions, the DB621P addresses common shortcomings in compact appliances, such as lack of professionalism, high idle rates, and poor durability.
Aesthetically, it follows a "retro-style" emotional cue, interpreted through a modern minimalist approach. The monocoque body features fluid, dynamic lines, while its asymmetrical design not only enhances functional zoning but also creates a unique visual tension between balance and disruption. Finished in a natural "Pearl White" hue with a laminated surface instead of traditional cold-rolled sheet spraying, it offers a warm, sustainable texture. Every rounded corner and seam is meticulously refined, conveying quality through detail.
From cooking experience to emotional connection, the design prioritizes the user's sensory interaction. A 6-cun HD color touchscreen with hyper-realistic UI transforms complex functions into intuitive visual controls, reducing learning time and enhancing operational delight. ROKI APP connectivity enables remote control and 24-hour scheduling, seamlessly integrating cooking into modern lifestyles.
In performance, the dual-hole steam injection system delivers high-volume, penetrating steam that shortens preheating time and locks in natural flavors. Industry-leading steam purification technology ensures clean vapor, avoiding condensation that could affect food texture and appearance. It pioneers an external dual-water tank for clean and waste water, paired with automatic post-cooking wastewater extraction, enabling "fresh-water steaming". The interior is crafted from high-quality ceramic coated with aerospace-grade nano-ceramic material, tripling wear resistance. It offers superior corrosion and heat resistance while simplifying daily cleaning.
More than a steam-bake-microwave cooker, the DB621P is a kitchen artwork and an aesthetic revolution in household appliances. With its distinct design language, exceptional craftsmanship, and humanized technology, it redefines the modern kitchen experience, offering a new choice that blends high-efficiency cooking with aesthetic value.

Credits

Suping Zhong
Jin Ma
Yanxia Wang
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