Aureole in New York City

Design Story: Aureole

When Fred Carl asked me to help design a commercial line of appliances for Viking back in 1999 (yes...that long ago!!), I jumped at the chance to bring a new perspective to the design and construction of commercial cooking appliances. I have been involved with Viking ever since, and the debut of Viking Commercial ranges is the culmination of many years labor from some of the best minds in the business.

Chef Charlie Palmer has been at the very heart of the evolution of American cuisine. It seemed perfectly fitting that he should be on the cutting-edge of the evolution of the first truly new American-made range battery in many years. He provided me with the opportunity to showcase Viking in the heart of Manhattan at one of the nation's most prestigious restaurants: Aureole.

Viking has stepped up to the plate in all aspects of the installation: their service techs were on-site to oversee the installation and provide technical assistance throughout the opening.

— Mark Stech-Novak


Products installed: Sealed burners, French tops, hot tops, standard and convection porcelain ovens, and cabinet bases.

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Aureole Kitchen Floor Plan

Aureole Kitchen Floor Plan
See exactly how Viking Commercial fits into the kitchen at Aureole

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Designer Mark Stech-Novak

The Designer
Meet Mark Stech-Novak, the kitchen designer with a chef's eye

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Aureole Kitchen Gallery

Aureole Kitchen Gallery
View photos of the finished Viking Commercial kitchen at Aureole

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Chef Charlie Palmer

Chef Charlie Palmer
Learn about Chef Palmer's creative cooking spirit

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