Galleries: Trends & Inspirations
Standouts from the Arch Digest Design Show
The THG Paris Bath Collection – a collaboration with interior design team Gilles & Boissier – was inspired by a Baccarat crystal lamp they designed for the Baccarat Hotel in New York City. Pictured is Les Ondes, which offers a variety of faucet configurations available with cross or level handles, as well as matching bathtub and shower systems and matching accessories. The collection is available in chrome, nickel and soft gold.
Dacor’s Atelier Edition is a 30-in. porcelain refrigerator and freezer column. Because of its higher heat capacity over common cooling materials, porcelain minimizes temperature fluctuation, allowing food to retain original textures and flavors longer. At the core of the columns, a dedicated digital inverter compressor powers an Energy Star-qualified cooling system, which helps maintain high refrigerator humidity levels or dry freezer conditions.
Icona Classic from Fantini is an arched spout accompanied by low-profile cross handles. This graceful faucet is available for the bathroom in chrome, nickel and three new PVD finishes: matte gun metal, matte copper and matte British gold.
The Cove Dishwasher from Sub-Zero and Wolf was introduced for the first time at the Architectural Digest Design Show. The unit features 43 jets, three spray arms and a four-stage water filtration system that works with cycle options to ensure that even the dirtiest dishes are cleaned with no prewashing needed. Adjustable racks can accommodate a variety of dishware, and specially angled tines prevent pooling. Cove has a nearly silent operation, including an “extra-quiet” cleaning mode.
Baldwin Hardware launched Hollywood Hills by Erinn V., a new hardware collection designed by celebrity designer Erinn Valencich. The collection has a clean, contemporary look and boasts two tubular handle sets; two mortise entrance sets, three knobs, three rosettes, one deadbolt, a variety of cabinet and appliance pulls and one new cabinet knob.
The 24-in. Linea Speed Oven from Smeg features 10 cooking modes, a child-safe control lock, a fingerprint-proof stainless steel finish, ergonomic control knobs, a digital LED display, start and stop time-setting options, automatic oven/microwave shut off when door is open and an adjustable temperature between 122 and 428 degrees. Defrost can be programmed by weight or time, and the oven capacity is 1.20 cubic feet.
Designed for David Rockwell of the Rockwell Group as an installation for one of their projects, the 42-in. Rockwell by Caliber features a fully retractable, disappearing double-lined lid that provides 360-degree access for friends and family to gather around the grill. The exterior is made entirely of heavy-gauge, 304-grade stainless steel for long-lasting durability and performance.
Woven walnut in white gold dust parquet flooring by Cadorin boasts a raised surface that resembles knit work, making it particularly resistant to dents and scratches. Other finishes include precious metal dust, gold leaf, mother-of-pearl or gilding.
ILVE has introduced the Pro Series to its line of free-standing dual-fuel ranges. This new line includes chef-quality features like a removable griddle, high BTU brass burners and a built-in warming drawer to keep cooked food at an ideal temperature for serving. The ILVE Pro Series is available in a 36-in. single or double oven configuration, as well as 40-in. and 48-in. double ovens.
Liebherr Appliances featured the Monolith Column Refrigeration Series, which includes two refrigerator/freezer combo units with custom-aged bronze panels, leathered door pulls and figure-fumed eucalyptus in a poly-gloss finish. The series features sound-absorbing compressors for energy efficiency and quiet operation, stainless steel interiors and InfinityLight theater lighting. The refrigerators are available in 24 and 30 inches, and the freezers are offered in 18 and 24 inches to allow for 42-, 48- and 54-in. combos.
The Master Series All-Gas, 30-in. Range with five burners and a matte white finish from Bertazzoni includes a 4.7 cu.-ft. gas oven with dual convection fans for even baking and roasting. There is an extra-large, high-power infrared gas broiler for broiling and grilling, and the oven door has edge-to-edge tempered glass and soft-motion hinges.
The newest addition to Bosch’s Home Connect Suite, the Bosch 800 Series Washer and Dryer Combo allows users the ability to remotely control and monitor laundry from almost anywhere. When starting a load of laundry, simply open the EasyStart feature, select the type of clothes to wash, and the machine will recommend the right program for the load.
At the Architectural Digest Design Show, 2nd Ave Lighting introduced the Anillo Four-Light Cascading Pendant. Anillo’s sophisticated system includes four halos, which appear to rotate in space. Supported by sturdy cables, these gunmetal-finished solid rings reveal warm Statuario Idalight diffusers.
True Residential featured its Build Your True Collection at the recent show. Vanessa Deleon, the company’s brand ambassador, showcased the new cobalt blue and matte white finishes, along with gold and pewter hardware options. With a total of six finish colors and six hardware options, True now offers 36 color combos that allow true customization in the kitchen.
The Codium handle by PullCast was inspired by underwater plants. Available in polished, aged and brushed-brass finishes, this delicate pull adds detail to drawers, cupboards or wardrobes.
JM Lifestyles uses WoodForm Concrete to create such things as vanities, countertops, islands, bathtubs and shower seats. The 50 percent post-consumer recycled material replaces endangered exotic wood species, will not split or rot and reduces the demand for rainforest woods. It can be used for indoor and outdoor applications, and it water-based finish is UV stable and virtually stain proof.
Miele’s TwinDos two-phase automatic detergent dispensing system is available with its W1 washing machines. It operates in two phases with UltraPhase1 to remove soiling and UltraPhase2 to get rid of stains. Each phase dispenses the accurate amount of detergent based on size of load, fabric type and programmed level of soiling and staining.
The contemporary Prairie Series from Rutt Handcrafted Cabinetry features the company’s new Flatiron Grey stain in walnut. The finishing process includes a pre-stain that lightens the natural dark color of the wood, followed by a warm stain for a rich finish.
SUPERIORE introduced its La Cucina Collection of ranges to the North American market at the Almo Premium Appliances booth. The ranges are available in 30- and 36-in. models with the option of the classic oven door window or the company’s Panorama window for a widescreen view into the oven. The cooktop features five gas burners with power up to 18,000 BTUs and simmer at 750 BTUs, and below there is a gas convection oven with a fan, infrared broiler and 5.7 or 6.7 cubic feet of capacity.
Sharp’s 3rd Generation Micro-WAVE Drawer features Easy Wave Open for quick, touchless opening and touch-glass controls with a dampened drop-down panel that opens to an easy-to-read and operate 45-degree angle. The drawer offers a black glass design, a stainless steel finish and bright LED interior lighting. It also includes built-in airflow control for cabinet-flush mounting and an Easy Touch Automatic Draw System to smoothly close the oven.
The Burlesque Refrigerator from JennAir features a burgundy interior inspired by the deep reds seen in luxury cars and in antique jewelry boxes. Only 13 are planned for creation globally, with three already reserved, and each will have a suggested retail price of $30,000.
The Birdcage Teardrop Pendant by Tracy Glover is shown in a Primavera pattern in bottle green color and in a brushed brass finish. The UL-listed fixture features a field-adjustable gold fabric cord and 2.5-watt lamps.