Verona Appliances partnered with Haley Jones of Me and Mr. Jones to craft a moody black kitchen for her South Florida home. To her surprise, Haley didn’t realize that so many homes in the Florida area didn’t have gas hookups available, but she found a great alternative with an electric range from Verona.
“I wanted a gas range look and stumbled across the Verona (Induction) Range,” she says. “This was the first appliance we picked out after weeks of searching for a range that would fit the aesthetic of our modern kitchen.”
The Brand
Haley and her husband wanted a range in matte black with sleek and modern lines. The model they went with is the 36” Designer Series Electric Range. “The size is great and fits our space perfectly,” she says. “The home originally had a 30” range, but we wanted something a little bit larger to anchor the space and we love how substantial it looks!” Haley also liked how there were several Verona retailers and service providers near her, so she felt comfortable choosing the brand in case a repair was needed in the future.
Note: While Hayley’s chosen range is no longer available, the most similar style is the Ultima Induction 36″ Range in Matte Black.
The Design
According to Haley, the overall design of the range is what drew her and her husband in immediately. “It’s so sleek, simple and modern, which is exactly what we wanted for our kitchen remodel,” she says. “We opted for the single door instead of the double-door because I wanted the option to cook sheet pan meals on a large baking sheet.”
Another design feature she appreciated was the feet. “I know that’s oddly specific, but it’s one design feature that I love,” she says. The range in her previous home in California was lower to the ground, so it was more difficult to get under the appliance to recover lost baby and dog toys. The feet on the Verona Range raises the appliance higher, therefore, it’s easier for her to sweep, mop and recover toys from underneath.
The Cleaning
Haley also mentioned how simple her appliance was to maintain. “The cooktop is incredibly easy to keep clean in comparison to other electric ranges that we’ve owned,” says Haley. “In addition, the soft-close oven door actually can come off completely! It’s one of my favorite things about this appliance.”
Note: Instructions for how to remove the door on this model is found in the user manual. See the cleaning and maintenance instructions to get started.
The Functions
The smooth-top on the 36” Designer Series range has five burners. “I typically only use two at one time, but I love the larger burner in the center of the stove,” says Haley. “All the burners heat up quickly and cook evenly.”
As for the oven cavity, Haley says she typically cooks with the normal convection function, which cooks evenly as well. Two fans and multiple heating elements help cook anything, from a roast chicken to a batch of brownies, with ease since it encourages even heating.
Review Summary
Overall, Haley says she and her husband absolutely love their electric range. “The size, the design, and the functionality of it are all really great. The design alone makes it worth the money in my opinion!” She also appreciates how she can customize her range with different colored knobs. “We have a Matte Black set that I plan on installing, but these knobs are also available in Burgundy.”
With its modern design, thoughtful functionality, and easy maintenance, the Verona Range proved to be the perfect centerpiece for Haley’s moody South Florida kitchen. From its sleek matte black finish to its customizable details and everyday performance, the range delivers on both form and function—elevating the space while meeting the demands of real, daily life. For Haley and her family, it’s not just an appliance—it’s a design statement that works.