Janet Pinkerton Form

By Janet Pinkerton Form will meet function at the 2000 International Housewares Show set for January 16-19 in Chicago. The iMac effect has hit even here—with more translucent colors, but in richer colors. Niche markets keep springing up—with planned introductions of compact microwave ovens, countertop glassware dishwashers and wine coolers bound for the mainstream. Here's a company-by-company preview of expected Housewares Show announcements. Avanti will take advantage of its larger Housewares Show booth to display its merchandising, in addition to its Teba convection ovens and new defroster compact refrigerators, including two-door models and a single-door model, and also wine coolers ranging in price