Kitchen & Bath

Staff -- Interior Design, 5/31/2007 12:00:00 AM

Zucchetti

In this mod gloss on the classic rain shower, Roberto and Ludovica Palomba's 294183 minimalist showerhead uses flattened and polished chrome surfaces to bounce a little extra light. For added convenience, they have included an anti-limescale system. Moda Collection 6011 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90035; 800-655-2534; moda-usa.com. circle 760

Thermador

From the originator of the wall ovens, the new Masterpiece and Professional series are visions in classic stainless steel and glass. High-performance features include a commercial-grade rotisserie, a 2-hour self-clean, and "speed convection" that can reduce cooking time by thirty per cent. 5551 McFadden Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649;800-656-9226; thermador.com. circle 765

Sonia

To create Anniversary Edition bathroom furniture, Raul Villares Gayan splashed bold colors onto groovy glass inserts. The newly restyled Atic bathroom console will be limited to 300 signed and numbered pieces in North America. 10380 North West 53rd Street, Sunrise, FL 33351; 888-766-4287; sonia-sa.com. circle 761

Advent Design International

Natural Architecture soaking tubs are sculpted to endure. Available in light beige travertine, the tubs may also be hewn from basalt, limestone, marble, or other minerals sourced worldwide, and in natural, honed, or polished finishes, or in several of those combined. 576 Wyndemere Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450; 201-444-0426; adventstone.com. circle 764

Blanco America

Precision and style mix with Blancoprecision 10 extra-deep sinks. Accent the seamless appearance with optional rounded 2/5-inch welds. The satin-finish bowls sparkle with light, reflected by 18-gauge stainless steel, that incorporates 18/10 chrome-nickel content which helps reduce the noise. Drains are placed toward the back. 110 Mount Holly By-Pass, Lumberton, NJ 08048; 800-451-5782; blancoamerica.com. circle 762

Waterdecor

There are nine looks—from classic chrome, and oil-rubbed bronze, to copper—for the Pacifica single hole lavatory faucet from the Bridge Series. The tip of one cylinder allows pressure adjustments and the other a temperature mixer; hands-free automation is courtesy of the controls box situated under the counter. 3579 East Foothill Boulevard, Box 418, Pasadena, CA 91107; 877-222-9644; waterdecor.com. circle 763

Miele

The W4840 oversized washing machine with Honeycomb Care has convex honeycomb patterning on the interior to extend the life of fabrics by a factor of four. Meanwhile, the onboard microprocessor promises to notice if your pet (or child) clambers inside the easy-loading drum. 9 Independence Way, Princeton, NJ 08540; 800-843-7231; miele.com. circle 766

Altro

Bring the beach to the bath. The romantically windswept lines of the Toyo Ito stainless steel faucet move like the waves of the ocean. The coordinating Corian basin appears carved by natural erosion, recalling beach sand. A round mirror, and Ito's functional accessories complete the suite. P.I. Pla De Santa Ana, La Coma 18 A1 Sant Fruitós De Bages, Barcelona 08272, Spain; 11-34-928-789-890; altro.es. circle 770

Furthur Design

In his Brooklyn studio, William Couig employs a Swedish glassblowing technique to add pale color to his Contact Lens Water Basins. The made-to-order 15-inch glass sinks accept counter-sunk drains and sell in light blue, green, or light brown glass. 355 South End Avenue, #6D, New York, NY 10280; 212-766-0208; furthurdesign.com. circle 769

Masco

Designer Judd Lord's curvy RSVP widespread lavatory faucet takes formal cues from perfume bottles that in turn reference the female silhouette. Beneath the blue glass finial, the mixing taps are solid brass finished in polished chrome, brushed nickel, or brushed bronze. 55 East 111th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46280; 877-345-2749; brizo.com. circle 768

Mr. Steam

Absolutely nothing comforts skin like fluffy, gently warmed towels. Fabricated from pure brass, the compact W634 towel warmer operates on an electric or hot-water heating system, and can be finished in classic polished chrome, modern satin nickel, or oil-rubbed bronze.43-20 34th Street, Long Island City, NY 11101; 800-767-8326; mrsteam.com. circle 767

Normann Copenhagen

There's something warmly familiar about Ole Jensen's Familia kitchen series—three types of pans and two cooking pots, all in sparkling stainless steel. The collection extends to a hard-working bone china dinner service. 70 Østerbrogade, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark; 45-35-55-44-59; normann-copenhagen.com. circle 771

Bosch

Integra Refrigeration modular units maneuver readily into tight installations. Eleven alternates range from ultra-slim 18-inch freezers to 24-inch refrigerators, with a pair of wine coolers, and 36-inch units with three doors, including a bottom freezer, or with two. 5551 McFadden Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649; 800-921-9622; boschappliances.com. circle 772

Schulte Design

Franz-Josef Schulte's Grace Kitchen island is a stout walnut worktable, also available in maple, oak, or cherry. The island's apron boasts innovative retracting electrical receptacles and five disappearing drawers, and is 79 by 39 by 35 inches. Coordinating wood and leather benches—as well as cutlery-drawer organizers—are also available. 214 Hülser Strasse, D-047803 Krefeld, Germany; 49-2151-625913; schultedesign.de. circle 774

Bertazzoni

The Freestanding 36-inch Gas Range has a stainless skin, or two coats of paint in Giallo, Rosso, Verde, Bianco, Crema, Nero, Blu, or Vino. There's a blazing high-efficiency burner of 15,000 BTUs, alongside a simmer burner dedicated to delicate cooking. 8 Via Palazzina, Guastalla, Reggio Emilia, Italy 42016; 866-905-0010; bertazzoni-italia.com. circle 773

Americh

Contura acrylic bathtubs offer the pleasures of a spa at home. The softly shaped, freestanding unit uses custom-placed bubble jets that direct air to gently (and magically) levitate and envelop the bathers. 13212 Saticoy Street, North Hollywood, CA 91605; 800-453-1463; americh.com. circle 775

Dacor

The colorful new Preference ventilation hoods help to personalize kitchens. Choose from smart accents including blue water, slate green, titanium silver, anthracite gray, sterling grey, and black. Various wall ovens, warming drawers, and cooktops round out the collection. 1440 Bridge Gate Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765; 800-793-0093; dacor.com. circle 776

VitrA USA

The maple and aluminum Matrix Mobile Unit can serve as a rolling medicine cabinet or a vanity on wheels. The narrow drawer carries tissues or small towels, while the pull-out at the bottom has capacity for some toilet paper rolls, or other bulk buys. 305 Shawnee North Drive, Suite 600; Suwanee, GA 30024; 877-658-4872; vitra-usa.com. circle 779

I.S.A. Idrosanitaria

For clients who deserve to take a seat in style, there's the Comodo Shower Chair. The minimalist structural frame of chromed brass supports a durable shaped acrylic perch and back, in waterproof light blue, white, or clear. Watercolors, High Ridge Road, Garrison, NY 10524; 845-424-3327; watercolorsinc.com. circle 777

Tulli Zuccari

Mirror, mirror, on the wall—who's the most softly-rectilinear of them all? The multiuse Irene 3 mirror is one of seven models by Emanuele Montanelli that come in a variety of sizes. One to four sleek integrated glass shelves are available on the left or right side. Hastings Tile & Bath, 30 Commercial Street, Freeport, NY 11520; 800-351-0038; hastingstilebath.com. circle 778

Poggenpohl

Though positioned as a cost-conscious style in this cabinetry line, Teak Kitchen surfacing is marked by a naturalistic rough texture. Especially suited for contemporary baths, the cabinetry helps conserve trees in endangered teak habitats, because its laminate surface is man-made. 350 Passaic Avenue, Fairfield, NJ 07004; 800-987-0553; poggenpohlusa.com. circle 780

ThermaSol

Take command with the streamlined Signature Series controls for bathrooms. There are buttons to tweak temperatures, set the duration of steam baths, dial-down the volume on the sound system, and activate lighting effects. For added convenience, two users may concurrently register preferences using presets. 2255 Union Place, Simi Valley, CA 93065; 800-776-0711; thermasol.com. circle 781

Neptune

The quiet-operating Saphyr line of hydrotherapy tubs incorporates Neptuner audio technology that turns the entire acrylic shell into a speaker, immersing the body in music. For freestanding installations it employs a skirt for undermounting, or for deck mounting. Supplemental bathroom speakers are not necessary. 6835 Rue Picard Sant Hyacinthe, QC, J2S 1H3 Canada; 888-366-7058; neptuneb.com. circle 784

Diamond Spas

The Yin Yang stainless steel Japanese bath doubles the fun. Two separate soaking compartments are oriented like a tête-à-tête, to permit intimate water conservation, lively conversation, and hygiene. At the bottom of each bathing well, a simple bench encourages perfect posture (you wouldn't want to slouch in front of your date). 760 South 104th Street, Broomfield, CO 80020; 800-951-7727; diamondspas.com. circle 783

Decolav

Neither entirely countertop nor solely lavatory, the 258IT Wall-Mount cleverly combines the convenience of an integrated bowl with the functionality of a generous horizontal dimension. Atop polished-chrome mounting brackets, the tempered glass sinks come in a milky frosted white, or transparent. 424 South West 12th Avenue, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442; 561-274-2110; decolav.com. circle 782

Waterworks

Vistors to your bath won't clam up about the Etoile Wall Mounted Flared Spout Tub Filler. Available in nickel and awash with grace, the design includes—of course—a clamshell soap dish. 60 Backus Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810; 800-899-6757; waterworks.com. circle 789

Dornbracht Americas

Sieger Design's Tara.Logic tub filler subtly slims the silhouette of their essential Tara Classics faucetry. Sold in either polished chrome or platinum matte, the new series encompasses slender towel bars, clothes hooks, soap dispensers, and other finishing touches. 1700 Executive Drive South, Suite 600, Duluth, GA 30096; 800-774-1181; dornbracht.com. circle 785

Linkasink

Kirk Guthrie's 17-inch hand-thrown Porcelain Fish Bowl sinks derive inspiration from antique Chinese porcelains. Choose from metallic bronze glaze, durable white, or crackled celadon. They can be scrubbed with a gentle cleanser for simpler maintenance than cast metal. 2235 East Rosegarden Loop, Phoenix, AZ 85024; 866-395-8377; linkasink.com. circle 788

Estoli

For compact bathrooms, Roviras Y Torrente Industrial Design's trim Modular Modules storage system houses a nearly-ten-inch-square undermount washbasin in stainless steel. The size and configuration can be customized, while an online digital tool assists in planning configurations. 2500 Plaza 5, Harborside Financial Center, Jersey City, NJ 07311; 201-484-7218; estoli.com. circle 786

Atlas Homewares

Sparks fly when metal meets glossy glass accents in Adrienne Morea's Spa Collection. Her hardware pairs various glass colors, polished chrome, and black or brushed nickel, with brass finished in either polished chrome or brushed nickel. Available pulls are nearly-6-inch rectangles, with oversized circular or square knobs. 326 Mira Loma Avenue, Glendale, CA 91204; 800-799-6755; atlashomewares.com. circle 787

California Faucets

The Montara widespread lever faucet conceals a filter that smoothes water into a clear stream. Available accessories include a towel bar and ring, robe hook, tumbler holder, soap dish, and toilet paper holder. All are available in the company's 35 finishes. 5231 Argosy Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649; 800-822-8855; calfaucets.com. circle 794

MGS USA

Skipping a traditional brass core, this Thermostatic Shower Valve with Hand Shower is solid stainless steel polished by hand in Italy. The companion rough-in kit allows inset stainless valves to be fixed in place prior to installation of shower surfaces. 20423 State Road 7, F6-291, Boca Raton, FL 33498; 561-218-8798; mgsdesigns.com. circle 790

MTI Whirlpools

Bare it all with the 7242 3-sided glass shower enclosure, with hinges in chrome, brushed nickel, oil-rubbed brass, or polished brass. The enclosure is frameless and sits on an anti-scratch, stain-resistant shower base in acrylic—itself boasting a multiple threshold and center drain. 670 North Price Road, Sugar Hill, GA 30518; 800-783-8827; mtiwhirlpools.com. circle 793

Mila International

Whether a sink is destined to undermount, drop in, or set flush with the countertop, the ingenious Double Basin mounting system helps to ease installation. The finishes for the 16-gauge stainless steel include polished chrome, brushed satin, or mirrored. 20 West 21st Street, 8th floor, New York, NY 10010; 646-415-8666; mila-international.com. circle 792