Smart Design & Clean Air
While our products have changed over the years, our commitment to unexpected design and ever-evolving innovation remains at the core of our business. World class designer partnerships, industry changing technology, and ever-evolving innovation has kept Zephyr a leader in the ventilation and wine & beverage cooling category. Through our integrity, resilience, and adventurous spirit, we deliver inspiring experiences, enhancing the quality of life for our customers and our employees that make it possible. Scroll through the timeline below to see Zephyr product design, innovation and technology throughout the years.
1997
Zephyr Is Established
The SF-based company is founded and introduces three models at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS): Whirlwind, Hurricane, and Cyclone. The Power Series catapulted Zephyr into the range hood industry.
2001
Europa Collection
Zephyr challenges the traditional definition of a range hood and brings Italian style to U.S. kitchens using sculpted glass and stainless steel to give homeowners and designers new options.
2004
Introducing Cheng Design by Zephyr
Zephyr partners with renowned architect and designer, Fu-Tung Cheng, and introduces the world’s first signature collection of range hoods.
2005
Elica Collection by Zephyr
A new partnership is born with the introduction of modern range hoods created by world-famous designer, Sir David Lewis of Bang & Olufsen fame.
2006
Zephyr Design & Experience Center Grand Opening
Zephyr opens the Design & Experience Center — the largest ventilation-focused showroom in North America — in the heart of the San Francisco Design District.
2008
Arc Collection by Zephyr
Zephyr partners with industrial designer Robert Brunner. The range hoods are influenced by Brunner’s passion for fusing lifestyle with innovation evident in his earlier work at Apple and as designer of the Nook by Barnes and Noble, and the Beats by Dre collaboration.
2011
DCBL® Suppression System
The groundbreaking technology sets the new industry standard for performance. DCBL® shatters ENERGY STAR® ratings and raises the bar in creating a more energy efficient hood that is nearly silent.
2013
Airflow Control Technology (ACT™)
Offering more options to customers, Airflow Control Technology™ (ACT™) limits the maximum CFM available on select range hoods, which makes them equipped to meet local code requirements.
2015
Limited Edition Okeanito by Fu-Tung Cheng
In celebration of the 10 Year Anniversary with renowned designer Fu-Tung Cheng, Zephyr collaborates on the Limited Edition Okeanito in Rose Gold and Black Mirror Stainless Steel finishes.
2017
Black Stainless Steel Has Arrived
Black Stainless Steel is now available on select models — a sleek new alternative to stainless steel with military-grade durability and anti-smudge coating.
2018
Presrv™ Wine & Beverage Coolers
Born from passion and experience, Zephyr identifies an opportunity in the marketplace to apply its signature craftsmanship to the art of refrigeration. Presrv™ Wine and Beverage Coolers reflect the smart design and technology of Zephyr’s original products in a whole new context.
2020
Expansion of Presrv™ Wine & Beverage Cooler Collections
The success of Presrv™ allows Zephyr to expand the category with the introduction of the Full Size, Panel Ready, and Outdoor units.
Roma Groove
The industry’s first range hood with built-in Bluetooth® stereo speakers — Roma Groove turns the kitchen into the ultimate listening lounge.
2021
Zephyr Connect App
Zephyr Connect expands connected technology in the kitchen with an interactive app that allows customers to remotely control their range hoods from anywhere. With remote and voice control and realtime diagnostics, Zephyr Connect changes the way customers interact with their range hood.
2022
Zephyr Celebrates 25 Years!
Zephyr will continue to care about clean air, smart design, and the people that have helped shape this company. Thank you for an amazing 25 years, and we look forward to the next chapter!