Elica's Virtus oven line has been recognized with the 2026 Red Dot Award: Product Design in the Kitchen and Household category. This award distinguishes a collection that combines design, innovation, and user experience, reinforcing the Italian firm's position within the international landscape of kitchen design. This new recognition highlights a product vision where aesthetics, technology, and functionality are developed together, responding to the needs of contemporary domestic spaces and consolidating Elica's trajectory in the field of international design.
A recognition of Elica's design vision
Awarded annually by an international jury of specialists from various disciplines, the Red Dot Design Award has established itself as one of the most prestigious accolades in the industry . The award recognizes products that stand out for their innovation, formal quality, functionality, and ability to provide new solutions for the user within the field of product design.
For Elica, this recognition represents further confirmation of a trajectory marked by the constant pursuit of balance between technology and design . This philosophy has allowed the brand to develop products that integrate seamlessly into contemporary kitchens, while maintaining a distinctive identity based on innovation, user experience, and aesthetic quality.
Virtus: Essential aesthetics and integrated technology
Designed by Fabrizio Crisà, Chief Design Officer of Elica, the Virtus collection is characterized by a visual identity based on total black surfaces available in Glossy and Matt Black finishes , conceived to dialogue with the architecture of current kitchens and promote an elegant integration within the domestic space.
This aesthetic dimension is complemented by a significant technological commitment focused on delivering precision, performance, and ease of use . The result is a range that combines a sophisticated look with solutions developed to meet the needs of the contemporary kitchen, guaranteeing an intuitive experience and a high level of performance.
Three models that represent the collection
Among the recognized models is the Virtus Combi Steam MW 645 TFT, a combination oven that combines traditional cooking, steam, and microwave ovens in a single appliance . The ability to combine different cooking methods expands culinary options and provides greater versatility for everyday use in the kitchen.
Alongside it are the Virtus Multi Pyro 60 TFT, equipped with temperature control up to 320°C, a pyrolytic cleaning system, and a TFT interface, and the Virtus Multi 60 DD, developed with a suspended control knob and meticulously designed ergonomics. Both models reinforce a collection where innovation, functionality, and aesthetic appeal coexist in perfect harmony , solidifying Elica's vision of the contemporary kitchen.
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Elica develops innovative kitchen appliances, renowned for their Italian design and the combination of functionality and aesthetics . Founded in 1970 in Fabriano by Ernesto Casoli , the company has established itself as a world leader in extraction and ventilation systems , maintaining the "Made in Italy" seal of excellence.
From its beginnings, Elica stood out for its extractor hoods , which transformed the industry. Later, it expanded its product range to include cooktops with integrated extraction , air purification systems, and ventilation motors. Its products are characterized by technological innovation , energy efficiency , and cutting-edge design.
Today, it has over 3.000 employees in 8 countries and distributes its solutions in leading international markets. It has received awards such as the Compasso d'Oro , the Red Dot Award , and the iF Design Award , which recognize its commitment to quality, design , and continuous innovation.




