ASKO has launched Celsius, a new range of built-in ovens that brings a more precise approach to everyday cooking. The premium Scandinavian appliance brand has framed the range around temperature control, ease of use and a minimal design language suited to contemporary kitchens.
The name takes its cue from Anders Celsius, the Swedish scientist known for his work in temperature measurement. It is a fitting reference for an oven range built around calibration and sensors. At the centre of the range is ASKO’s Celsius°Cooking technology, which uses multiple sensors and smart algorithms to monitor temperature and moisture at different points inside the oven cavity. After a one-time calibration, the system is designed to correct temperature deviations and create a more stable cooking environment.
For residential kitchens, the interest is not only in the technology, but in how quietly it is integrated. The Celsius range is designed to reduce the need for multiple appliances, with selected models combining functions including conventional oven, steam, microwave and air frying. For designers, this kind of consolidation supports a more streamlined kitchen plan, particularly where visual clutter and appliance stacking can quickly interrupt the architecture of the space.
The ovens are available in different finishes, including Graphite Black, Black Steel and Glass. The framed options use a one-piece metal surround for a more robust, integrated presence, while the Glass finish has a more reflective and recessive character, allowing the appliance to sit more quietly within its surroundings.
Inside the cavity, ASKO has drawn from the logic of traditional wood-fired ovens. A vaulted ceiling supports more even air circulation, while heat is distributed through openings on multiple sides of the oven. The cavity and trays are finished in enamel to help reflect heat evenly through the space.
Steam control is another key feature. The oven can detect the amount of food inside the cavity and release steam accordingly, with the aim of retaining flavour, vitamins and minerals without overloading the dish with moisture. An automatic moisture reduction function opens the door to vent excess steam, helping prevent food from becoming watery.
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The interface has been designed to keep the more technical functions accessible. Depending on the model, controls include a jog dial with touch screen, full touch screen or touch buttons. Stage Cooking allows users to set different cooking functions to run in sequence, while selected models include pyrolytic self-cleaning. Wi-Fi connectivity and ASKO’s ConnectLife platform also allow remote monitoring, guided cooking and recipe programs.
For the design market, Celsius reflects a broader shift in the kitchen: appliances are expected to do more, but appear to do less. The range supports a minimalist kind of kitchen design, where precision and function can sit in the background until they are needed.
