Drawers that quickly and unobtrusively open when your hand draws near. Shelves extend outward to you and light up. Digital cluster panels keep you informed of temperatures and timers in large digits visible from anywhere in the kitchen.

Water you can turn on and off with a nod and set to the exact temperature with a sliding hand gesture. A semi-invisible plastic glove with a sensor on the first three fingers and thumb is read by Nintendo Wii-motes setup in all corners of the room, each with a ring of infrared lights around them. The tips of the gloves reflect their position.... read more »