Kitchen & Bath

Staff -- Interior Design, 5/31/2005 12:00:00 AM

Vitraform

From the polished Perla collection, a sculptural 3/4-inch-thick laminated glass basin in shiny black—one of a dozen glossy standard colors available. The large, round crystal "droplets" may be specified in virtually any color and arranged in a pattern of your choice. 3500 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80205; 800-338-5725; vitraform.com. circle 598

KWC America

For the home chef, this Swiss manufacturer offers Systema oversized commercial faucet components. Options include a pullout rinsing sprayer and modular height-extension pillar. Coordinated accessories such as an integrated soap dispenser are sold in matching stainless steel and other KWC finishes. 1770 Corporate Drive, Number 580, Norcross, GA 30093; 678-334-2121; kwcfaucets.com. circle 599

Firebowl

Illinois-based sculptor Evan Glassman created the 171/2-inch-wide Tortuga Loca (Crazy Turtle) vessel sink. Each sink is polished, signed, and numbered by the artist; it's available in cast bronze, hammered copper, and aluminum. East 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649; 312-933-6656; firebowl.com. circle 603

Dada

Designer Dante Bonuccelli's discreet Tivali kitchen virtually disappears when its folding doors emerge from their hiding places to conceal the countertop. The cabinetry monoblock can be situated against a wall or in the middle of a room. Through Unifor, 149 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010; 212-673-7106; dadaweb.it. circle 600

Rohl

The traditional-style RW2231 chrome-plated brass washstand has an integrated glass shelf and is paired with the companion RW2420B wash basin. Made of vitreous-china, the piece has three pre-drilled faucet holes; a similar model is available without the backsplash. 1559 Sunland Lane, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-1415; 800-777-9762; rohlhome.com. circle 602

Villeroy & Boch

The Aveo porcelain dual-flush toilet has an ingenious water-saving innovation: two flush strengths. Push the button half way for a lighter flush (conserving a full gallon of water), all the way down for a full flush. To prevent clogs, London's Conran Associates designed one of the largest fully glazed traps in the industry. 3 South Middlesex Avenue, Monroe Township, NJ 08831; 877-505-5350, villeroy-boch.com. circle 601

Oceanside Glasstile

Strata glass tiles evoke the eons-old striations found in sheer rock faces and ancient weathered cliffs. For an optional iridescent finish—and added durability—the manufacturer dusts the surface of the still-hot tiles with a tin mixture. 2293 Cosmos Court, Carlsbad, CA 92009; 866-648-8453; glasstile.com. circle 604

Antonio Lupi

Carlo Colombo's Materia collection includes hand-blown crystal sinks, mirrors in brushed-stainless-steel frames, minimalist bent-stainless-plate shelves, and a wall-mounted vanity with gray oak veneer. The faucet is Lupi's signature Bloc model. Through Nova Studio International, 150 East 58th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10155; 212-935-5955; antoniolupi.it. circle 605

Heath Ceramics

Diamond tiles in a subtly dished hexagonal shape were developed decades ago by Leon Galleto and master ceramicist Edith Heath. Newly available glazes for 2005 include Citrus, a matte yellow with slight variations in shade, as well as five other standard colors. 400 Gate Five Road, Sausalito, CA 94965; 415-332-3732; heathceramics.com. circle 606

SieMatic

For cozy home kitchens, the dark and smooth horizontal grain of Truffle Brown Pine cabinetry pairs smartly with Jura Yellow Limestone countertops. The rich new wood veneer joins bamboo, glossy sapele, and walnut to form the manufacturer's latest line of exotic wood finishes. 3331 Street Road, Suite 450, Bensalem, PA 19020; 215-244-6800; siematic.com. circle 607

Artquitect

Young Spanish designer Jaime Hayon has created a playful tableau: Two brightly colored sinks (available in yellow, gold, platinum, or white), one with a matching lamp sprouting from its edge, sit atop a graceful white- or black-lacquer vanity beneath a sculptural laser-cut mirror. 79 Dolors Granés, Cardedeur, Barcelona 08440, Spain; 34-902-477474; artquitect.net. circle 608

Hoesch

This German manufacturer's Edition Andrée Putman bathtub has a smooth sanitary-acrylic interior and durable teak shelf. The textured exterior paneling is aluminum—though a varnished-polyurethane surround is also available. The 80-gallon tub is also sold in a drop-in version. 2805 Veterans Highway, Suite 7, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779; 866-405-2700; hoesch.de. circle 609

Bis Bis

The Comp K-13 suite of bathroom furnishings includes this asymmetrical wall-hung vanity with a zebra-wood base. The integrated countertop basin is white Corian, and the companion mirror is framed in aluminum. A range of wood finishes are offered, including wengé and oak. 4 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116; 888-247-9909; bisbis.com. circle 614

Danze

The Bannockburn bar-and- convenience faucet has minimalist styling and a 10-inch-high gooseneck. It comes in the golden brushed-brass finish shown, and in chrome or stainless steel. An optional cover plate allows installation in many sinks drilled with multiple holes. 2 Territorial Court, Suite A, Bolingbrook, IL 60440; 877-530-3344; danze.com. circle 613

Alape

The wide, asymmetrical rim of the ED.K400H steel sink is pre-drilled for single-hole faucets like Dornbracht's sleek Domani mixer. The glossy stainless steel–colored enamel surface of the bowl is advertised as virtually scratch-proof. Through Dornbracht, 1700 Executive Drive South, Suite 600, Duluth, GA 30096; 800-774-1181; alape.com. circle 610

Capri Ceramiche

With a touch of irony, this Italian manufacturer evokes the texture of crocodile leather in durable ceramic tile. Pelle ("leather") tiles from the Fusion series are sold in a mink brown called Visone as well as in the rich Rosso (red) and powdery Blu. 43 Via San Lorenzo, Casalgrande RE, Italy 42013; 212-980-1500. circle 611

Kohler

The wall-mounted Moxie adds a cascading veil of dangling jewels to a vapor-orange Tableau sink. At each side of the sink, hanging orange glass beads are interspersed among blackened nickel-finish stainless-steel tiles. The same setup also comes in an indigo color scheme. 444 Highland Drive, Kohler, WI 53044; 800-456-4537; kohler.com. circle 612

Decolav

The wall-mounted 6010T-TNG lavatory console consists of a transparent tempered-glass counter set atop glass brackets. The inset sink bowl is stainless steel—though glass is also offered. Brackets for the companion mirror and glass shelves are highly polished stainless steel. 424 Southwest 12th Avenue, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442; 561-274-2110; decolav.com. circle 615

Lacava

The Waterblade faucet, wall-mounted in polished chrome or brushed nickel, comes with dual control handles. Matching shelves, 12 or 22 inches long, extend the faucet's horizontal plane. The collection also includes a wall-mounted tub filler, shower components, and a deck-mounted sink model. 2243 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL 60608; 888-522-2823; lacava.com. circle 616

Sigma

The 1400 Pillar mixing faucet with Nova handles is made of brass cloaked in shiny chrome or 29 other finishes, including lifetime-guaranteed PVD. With a minimum of remodeling, Pillar faucets can be used with most vessel sinks. 3280 Corporate View, Vista, CA 92081; 877-621-8383, x129; sigmafaucet.com. circle 617

Moen

The Solace faucet, which comes with either stylish cross handles or ADA-compliant lever handles, belongs to a collection of contemporary chrome faucets and showerheads that coordinate with accessories, including towel bars—in two sizes— and a pivoting toilet-tissue holder. 25300 Al Moen Drive, North Olmsted, OH 44070-8022; 800-289-6636; showhouse.moen.com. circle 620

Sculptured Homes

Frameless panes of aqua, clear, or charcoal glass enclose a hydrotherapeutic sanctuary. The Simplify model Wet Spa integrates a showerhead with body-spray nozzles, hydro-massage jets, chromatherapy lights, marine-grade stereo speakers, and steam-producing units. Through Davis & Warshow, 150 East 58th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10155; daviswarshow.com. circle 619

Poliform

Designer Paolo Piva's Matrix cabinetry uses furniture-quality wengé and gloss-lacquered wood, so it integrates seamlessly with open-plan living areas. The flush cooktop, undermounted stainless-steel sink, and minimalist box hood also help erase boundaries between the kitchen and the spaces beyond. 150 East 58th Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10155; 877-827-3662; poliformusa.com. circle 618

Cotto D'Este

Tiny, sparkling zirconium particles enrich 118-inch-long ceramic slabs and strips of Kerlite Minerale Ceramico. Colors range from aqua Lake to Sand, Steel, and Smoke. The 1/8-inch-thick tiles resist chemicals, are frost-proof, and are easily cut or drilled. 31 Via Emilia Romagna, Sassuolo, Modena, Italy 41049; 212-980-1500; cottodeste.it. circle 621

Watermark

This company's wide-spread Aqueduct faucet has a sculpted spillway that animates water falling from the spout. The silver-and-gold finish is only one of 35 possible choices. Coordinating bath accessories, grab bars, and a kitchen faucet are also available. 491 Wortman Avenue, Spring Creek, NY 11208; 800-842-7277; watermark-designs.com. circle 622

Sicis

This manufacturer's Waterglass mosaic collection presents tiny wall and floor tiles in lightweight, shimmering glass. The series includes 29 mesh-mounted tonal palettes with names like Amber, Plum, Blackberry, Cloud White, Mint Leaves, Root Beer, Spring Violet, Topaz, Kelp, and Zinc. 75-79 Via Canala, Ravenna, Italy 48010; 212-980-1500; sicis.it. circle 623

Tuuci

The outdoor Exuma Sun Shower conceals 4 square feet of private space within Sunbrella fabric panels. The entrance zips closed, and the chrome shower fixture connects easily to a garden hose. 2900 North West 35th Street, Miami, FL 33142; 305-634-5116; tuuci.com. circle 626

Agape

The flowing lines of Patricia Urquiola's Pear Series grace both a wall-mounted lavatory and a bidet. The white vitreous china for the basins combines with a matte-gray exterior—an alternative to traditional pure white. 69 Via Po Bama, Correggio Micheli, Bagnolo San Vito, Mantova, Italy 46031; 212-941-9941; agapedesign.it. circle 624

Motiv

A tempered-glass shelf provides an unexpected storage space above designer Victor Hoernig's Frame toilet-tissue dispenser. The single piece is easily disassembled, and the solid-brass frame is plated in chrome or satined nickel to match 12 coordinating pieces. 460-N Greenway Industrial Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29708; 888-469-6511; motiv.us. circle 625

Miele

The sleek black glass KM391G cooktop boasts stainless-steel control knobs and five burners ranging from 5,000 to 15,300 BTUs. The unit can be configured for use with either liquid-propane or natural gas, and it incorporates a small-voltage pilot-light generator that sparks even during power outages. 9 Independence Way, Princeton, NJ 08540; 888-346-4353; miele.com. circle 627

Hightech

To make the distinctive cone-shaped basin for the wall-mounted Tension2 sink, the designers began with a circular sheet of white silicone. Clamping the sheet's edges inside a stainless-steel ring, they pressed the center of the elastic silicone circle to join it to the drain. Simple, elegant, smart. Through Davis & Warshow, 150 East 58th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10155; 212-688-5990; daviswarshow.com. circle 628

Aga

The Legacy provides an alternative to this manufacturer's full-scale 44-inch ranges. The unit has been slenderized to fit a standard 36-inch opening; it has five gas burners, including one wok blaster, above three electric ovens. Colors include brick, cream, black, and white. 110 Woodcrest Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003; 800-633-9200; aga-ranges.com. circle 629

Symmons

The Visu-Temp with Clear-Vue is an anti-scald valve that is both durable and easy to read. The simple analog display allows the user to monitor water temperature in the shower or bath and avoid sudden changes. An optional stop-screw can prevent kids (and, let's be honest, adults too) from dialing too high a temperature. 31 Brooks Drive, Braintree, MA 02184; 800-796-6667; symmons.com. circle 632

Samuel Heath

To coordinate with Xenon mirrors and accessories, the Xenon Shower Collection offers a slim-line

8-inch chrome rain-shower head with optional easy-clean nozzles. (Matching Xenon body-spray nozzles are sold individually.) Gangs of up to four valves control all the components while minimizing temperature fluctuations. 111 East 39th Street, New York, NY 10016; 212-599-5177; samuel-heath.com. circle 630

Perlick

These 6-foot-long, three-door cases can be configured as freezers, refrigerators, and wine cellars (or any combination thereof). The cabinet stands alone in its stainless-steel box or can be ordered with a galvanized jacket for installation under counters. 8300 West Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223; 800-558-5592; bringperlickhome.com. circle 631

Pedini Cucine

Domenico Paolucci's Integra kitchen has anthracite interiors and doors in a choice of oak veneer, gray or white glass, or matte or gloss lacquer. Countertops are available in, among other surfaces, laminate, Corian, and marble. Pulls are either metal-lined grooves or burnished-aluminum handles. 8/10 Via Aspio, Lucrezia Di Cartoceto, Marche PU, Italy 61030; 39-0721-899988; pedini.it. circle 633

9Digits

The doors of designer Scot Laughton's 24-inch-wide S Cabinet offer a pleasing, asymmetrical contrast: a slender wood door—in maple, chocolate, cherry, or white—complements a wide mirrored panel. Through Davis & Warshow, 150 East 58th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10155; 212-688-5990; 9digits.ca. circle 634

MTI

Yubune is a Japanese-inspired cast-acrylic two-person soaking tub; it is 32 inches deep and has a surprisingly large 155-gallon capacity. Other versions of the tub include LED lighting, inflatable pillows, and adjustable whirlpool jets powered by a quiet pump. 670 North Price Road, Sugar Hill, GA 30518; 800-783-8827; mtiwhirlpools.com. circle 638

French Reflection

This importer's SQ Series shaving and makeup mirror has a rectangular panel of optical glass. The precision-ground and hand-lapped glass produces an incredibly sharp, 7-inch-tall image. The frame is brushed nickel or chrome. 8899 Beverly Boulevard, Suite 204, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 800-421-4404; frenchreflection.com. circle 637

Ginger

One of two new faucet lines offered by this bathroom-accessories manufacturer, the modern Surface collection includes lavatory trim in polished chrome or satin nickel. Other matching elements from the collection fit bidets, sinks with deck-mounts, roman tubs, and showers. 460-N Greenway Industrial Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29708; 888-469-6511; gingerco.com. circle 635

Harrington

The 24-inch-long Picot Shower Bar, in Permabrass, delivers a soothing curtain of water from 18 small nozzles. It can be employed singly or grouped for even more thorough coverage. A similar satin-nickel bar has 4 body-spray nozzles, and a 7-inch version is sold in chrome. 7 Pearl Court, Allendale, NJ 07401; 201-818-1300; harringtonbrassworks.com. circle 636