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Saving energy in the kitchen can mean avoiding stretching your own resources as well as the planet's. The trick is to find appliances that make domestic life easier and save on power bills at the same time.

Westinghouse appliances take centre stage in the kitchen of this Pine Valley showhome by Universal Homes. Their functions are all in tune with a busy family's needs, and they are designed to use what power is required and not a kilowatt more.

Westinghouse's multifunction double oven offers a good example. The sleek appliance offers a massive 126L of cooking space over both ovens big enough for the largest family gathering. Other features include catalytic liners that absorb then vaporise fat, and a child-lock feature, so you can keep your eye on a meal's progress, not the children.

In terms of energy efficiency, the oven achieves an A-class Energy Efficiency rating based on stringent European standards.

The Westinghouse frost-free refrigerator also maximises space and saves on energy. A 380L capacity feels even larger with adjustable and dedicated bins. External electronic controls mean changing temperatures requires only a button push.

A Westinghouse rangehood and five-burner gas cooktop complete the picture of labour and energy-saving appliances.

For further details, contact Electrolux Home Products, phone (09) 573 2220. Website: www.westinghouse.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas