“A Tempo” Round Dish Drainer

Davide Carbone — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 21:03:36 +0000

A circle of slender stainless-steel rods rises and falls like the bars of a musical score—that rhythm inspired Pauline Deltour to name her design A Tempo. At just over 14 inches across, this round dish drainer turns the daily stack of plates, mugs, and bowls into a tidy sculptural arrangement. The open wirework lets air move freely, so glasses dry without spots, while a removable resin cup corrals cutlery in the center. Made from satin-finished 18/10 steel, the rack shrugs off hard water, wipes clean in seconds, and looks as sharp on the counter as it does stashed in a cabinet. Pair it with any flat tray or place it directly in the sink—rubber feet keep the base steady and surfaces scratch-free. Simple, durable, and unmistakably Alessi, it’s the rare kitchen tool that makes the end of a meal feel like part of the show.

Pauline Deltour - Gessato Design Store

“A Tempo” Round Dish Drainer