{"id":62930,"date":"2025-09-15T07:27:29","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T13:27:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/?p=62930"},"modified":"2025-09-15T07:27:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T13:27:29","slug":"kitchen-design-microwave-designs-steam-oven-speed-oven-microwave-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/kitchen-design-microwave-designs-steam-oven-speed-oven-microwave-alternatives","title":{"rendered":"The New Wave of Microwaves: Sleek Designs and Microwave Alternatives"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/case_study\/new-age-green-kitchen-creates-a-modern-woodland-vibe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-62511\" src=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Schiller_77-lo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Schiller_77-lo.jpg 1390w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Schiller_77-lo-217x300.jpg 217w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Schiller_77-lo-741x1024.jpg 741w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Schiller_77-lo-768x1061.jpg 768w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Schiller_77-lo-1112x1536.jpg 1112w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a>While many people enjoy the convenience of microwaves, they generally don\u2019t like how they look. \u201cMicrowaves have gained a reputation as the eyesore of the kitchen, since the traditional countertop box can feel bulky and disrupt a clean design,\u201d Normandy Designer <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/team\/bryan-brisky\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bryan Brisky<\/a> says. \u201cBut there are new options available that offer the convenience of a microwave, but in a way that blends more seamlessly with the rest of your kitchen.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Traditional microwave functionality is now available in a variety of styles, including drawer models or ones with doors that fold down to open like a typical oven. \u201cIf you don\u2019t want your microwave to dominate a space, a great option is to incorporate them into the kitchen like you would any other <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/kitchen-appliances-when-and-how-to-choose\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">appliance<\/a>,\u201d Bryan says. \u201cConsider an <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/integrated-coffee-machines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">integrated<\/a> wall microwave that matches your wall oven, or a microwave drawer that works well below the counter.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Many manufacturers now offer built-in microwave models that mimic the sleek styling of their full-size <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/kitchen-design-insights-independent-spaces-for-your-cooktop-and-oven\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ovens<\/a>. When stacked or installed side-by-side, the appliances appear as a coordinated suite rather than a collection of mismatched pieces. Bryan suggests considering the needs of your household during the design phase and when making selections.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf you select a wall microwave, it\u2019s important to take into account the height of people in your household and plan your placement accordingly. Lifting a hot liquid out of the microwave from above can risk spilling,\u201d Bryan says. <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/case_study\/dramatic-arches-give-a-traditional-feel-to-this-modern-kitchen-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-60698\" src=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Monitor32-lo.jpg\" alt=\"winter white kitchen cabinets\" width=\"450\" height=\"579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Monitor32-lo.jpg 1492w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Monitor32-lo-233x300.jpg 233w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Monitor32-lo-796x1024.jpg 796w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Monitor32-lo-768x988.jpg 768w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Monitor32-lo-1194x1536.jpg 1194w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a>\u201cThere is a strong case for mounting your microwave lower, for safety reasons. Microwave drawers placed below the counter either as part of your <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/functional-kitchen-island-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">island design<\/a> or your lower perimeter cabinetry can be a safer option as well, because you\u2019re lifting hot food items upwards, which can offer better visibility and control.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If you aren\u2019t sure whether a microwave has a place in your <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/design-ideas\/kitchen-remodeling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">new kitchen<\/a>, a speed oven, which is a combination microwave and convection oven, may be the right choice for you. \u201cIf you want a second oven but are tight on space, a speed oven can be the perfect solution,\u201d notes Bryan. \u201cMost models have a comparable interface to a microwave, with your go-to buttons for things like popcorn, but they are also excellent at crisping up food with the convection function.\u201d Speed ovens are smaller than a typical wall oven, closer in size to a microwave, making it good as a support appliance, but likely not the best option for your primary oven.<\/p>\n<p>For those who want to move away from <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/keep-your-kitchen-appliances-hidden-but-handy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">microwaves<\/a> altogether, a steam oven is an excellent alternative. \u201cSteam ovens are becoming more popular as a healthier way to prepare food. They\u2019re great for cooking and reheating, by adding more moisture and not drying food out,\u201d Bryan says. \u201cSteam ovens also include a convection function so you can brown, crisp and cook more evenly than a standard microwave, often more effectively than a typical oven. You can even bake bread.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If none of these options feel right to you, there are other ways to downplay your microwave, like installing it in the pantry or an <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/kitchen-remodeling-ideas-with-appliance-garages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">appliance garage<\/a>, according to Bryan. \u201cKeeping your microwave in a less prominent place works well if you only use it sparingly, like to reheat coffee or melt butter,\u201d he says. \u201cThis is also a good alternative if you don\u2019t want <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/staying-power-of-stainless-steel-in-the-kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stainless-steel<\/a> elements as part of your kitchen design.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, whether you choose a traditional microwave, a microwave styled like an oven, a steam oven, or a speed oven, the key is selecting an appliance that contributes to your kitchen\u2019s overall design rather than detracting from it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/team\/bryan-brisky\">Set up a time to talk with Bryan<\/a>\u00a0about how to make your next kitchen practical and beautiful all at once. Find more remodeling tips and design inspiration on our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/normandyremodeling\/\">Instagram<\/a> and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NormandyRemodeling\">Facebook<\/a> accounts. Check out our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/design-ideas\">photo gallery<\/a>\u00a0of past projects for more design ideas as well.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/blog\/keep-your-kitchen-appliances-hidden-but-handy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-28591\" src=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Edgewood31-lo.jpg\" alt=\"Large Appliance Garage\" width=\"385\" height=\"599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Edgewood31-lo.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Edgewood31-lo-193x300.jpg 193w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Edgewood31-lo-657x1024.jpg 657w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Edgewood31-lo-768x1196.jpg 768w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Edgewood31-lo-986x1536.jpg 986w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/case_study\/combine-your-kitchen-styles-without-compromise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-62441\" src=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/167th39-lo.jpg\" alt=\"Upper white cabinets, rift cut white oak lower cabinets, coffee mugs in shelf nooks, light green tile backsplash, subway tile. cut white oak lower cabinets, coffee mugs in shelf nooks. 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To the left, espresso machine on counter, to the right, stainless steel countertop microwave.\" width=\"400\" height=\"599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/167th39-lo.jpg 1281w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/167th39-lo-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/167th39-lo-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/167th39-lo-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/167th39-lo-1025x1536.jpg 1025w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a> \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/case_study\/sophisticated-white-and-gold-kitchen-with-an-artful-flair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-60719\" src=\"https:\/\/normandyremodeling.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Skyelar69-lo.jpg\" alt=\"Kitchen island in a dark gray 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