Disco Oven

Pizza Oven for 'Made By Marcus

An Outdoor Wood Oven; an object of beauty and function; 110cm diameter 360-degree rotating sphere, with over 34,000 hand-fitted mirrors, a traditional stone core oven with cordierite cooking base. Heats up to 400 degrees in 20 minutes to cook Neapolitan pizzas in 90 seconds. Can be used to cook many other dishes in skillets, with good thermal mass to slow cook at lower temperatures. Has a twin wall flue system and engineered stand to be free-standing on any hard-level surface.

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Unique Properties

Disco Ball Outdoor Wood Oven; an object of beauty and function; 110cm diameter 360 degree rotating sphere, with over 34,000 hand fitted mirrors, a traditional stone core oven with cordierite cooking base. Heats up to 400 degrees within 20 minutes to cook Neapolitan pizzas in 90 seconds. Can be used to cook many other dishes in skillets, with good thermal mass to slow cook at lower temperatures. Has a twin wall flue system and engineered stand/base to be free standing on any hard surface.

Tags

Pizza, Disco, Mirrorball, Glitter, Art, Unique, Oven, Retro, Chic, Cooking, Alfresco

Production Technology

5 prototypes and 3 years of development;

Design Challenge

The biggest challenges were; - creating a completely weather resistant product using so many different materials - accounting for heat expansion and contraction combining so many different materials - designing a safe product that meeting industry standards, specially considering the weight and fire risk issues concerned - balancing cost and weight verses thermal mass capability - considering economical, ergonomic, practical and safe methods delivery and installation within the design - considering the safe use of the product - considering the cooking versatility of the product - maintaining a high level of design aesthetic without compromising quality and functionality

Project Duration

3 years Development Developed in Somerset, UK Work done in spare time

Operation Flow

Delivered; two pre assembled hemispheres Delivered; base stand kit All parts can fit through standard domestic door width 4 person insulation; 30 minutes Cook 1x 12inch pizza, or 2x 6ich pizzas at a time Heat up time 20-25 minutes Running temp 350-400 C Cool down time 4-6 hrs Can cook classic Neapolitan pizza in 90 seconds Can cook all manner of skillet dishes Can cook slow roast and breads (with insulated door)

Research

Allot of research went into achieving a high degree of thermal mass (like a traditional wood fired cooking oven) to achieve the highest heat latency as possible whilst keeping physical weight to a minimum (so the product wouldn't need power assisted lifting for delivery/installation; i.e it can be safely manhandled); researched in collaboration with several international refectories suppliers testing various combinations of mixed aggregates to produce a cast oven to withstand minimum 1200 degree temperatures weighing under 50kg. Allot of research went into the shape of the stone core oven; for air flow (diameter, length and position of the flue, and size, length and shape of oven mouth, for the best air draw), and ratio of air flow and oven size (using fibonacci sequence) for best functionality. Tested various thermal insulations to find the right product that achieved the best combination of weight verses water resistance verses thermal mass qualities. Tested various adhesives with 3M Tapes to achieve a double sided adhesive for the mirrors that would withstand extreme wether conditions. Various changes and reverse engineering and testing to the main assembly plate and base stand to meet the balance of minimum weight comfortably within safety tolerances. Consideration given to the method of installation from an international manual handling guidance and regulations prospective; safe and comfortable manual installation can be achieved with 4 persons, but we have also developed a lightweight cheap collapsable manual lifting kit/device so it can also be done safely and comfortably with 2 persons.

Inspiration

A love of light reflection (aka mirror balls) and Alfresco dining, an aspiration for creativity, perfectionism, fun and surprise, and a need to make something that's both functional and beautiful and brings people together.

Project Overview

Disco Oven Pizza Oven has been a Bronze winner in the Garden and Outdoor Furniture Design award category in the year 2022 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Image Credits

For design images and photos please credit Mark Cresswell.

Bronze Recognition

Mark Cresswell was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2023, a testament to excellence of their work Disco Oven Pizza Oven .

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