Online - March 31, 2004

Playing It Cool

Big Chill Refridgerator

Only in this country do you find a culture obsessed with a past in which it was obsessed with the future.

But so it is. From Airstreams to heirlooms to flip skirts, that futuristic ’50s style simply refuses to die.

The newest way to Googie up your surroundings? Big Chill refrigerators. Brightly hued (Jadite Green, Buttercup Yellow, Beach Blue) and exceptionally efficient (no defrosting required!), the cheerful iceboxes combine looks from the past with today’s functionality, making them a perfect addition to any style-conscious kitchen. Whether you’re a retro buff or not, these babies have a handle on all that was cool about an uncomplicated era — minimalism, optimism, streamlined design…

And a future so bright you had to wear shades.

Available online at bigchillfridge.com.