A Dutch designer created an underground fridge that doesn't use electricity
A Dutch designer created an underground fridge that doesn't use electricity:
A Dutch designer created an underground fridge that doesn't use electricity:
Now,
you can refrigerate without electricity. Dutch designer Floris
Schoonderbeek’s Groundfridge reimagines traditional root cellars,
offering a sustainable and electricity-free solution for food storage.
Designed
for the Dutch brand Weltevree, the spherical fridge is buried
underground, leveraging thermal inertia to maintain a constant
temperature of 10°C (50°F) year-round. This makes it ideal for storing vegetables, cheese, wine, and other produce without relying on modern appliances.
Constructed
from lightweight laminated polyester, the Groundfridge resists root
intrusion and boasts a storage capacity equivalent to 20 standard
refrigerators, holding up to 500 kilograms (1,100 pounds) of food.
Highlighted
during Dutch Design Week 2015, the Groundfridge combines age-old
preservation techniques with modern design, promoting a more
self-sufficient and eco-friendly approach to food storage.
Image: Weltevree