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2008 Kitchen & Bath Industry Review
May 1, 2008
Missed the show? No problem! Here are our Editor's Picks from the 2008 K/BIS event in Chicago.
Generations Collection
The Generations bathroom furniture collection
from American Standard has an eye on the future. It can grow with the
generations, including a smart pullout step for kids to step up safely to wash
their hands. Consisting of seven pieces, the collection is constructed from
signature materials, including rattan and poplar solid woods with birch
veneers, and each piece is finished in a classic warm walnut tone. www.americanstandard.com
Digital Water
This slim shape of metal material invites you to an offbeat
minimalism design. Cebien’s Digital Water offers three LED mood lighting
settings: Universal Design (light color changes according to temperature);
Sense Engineering (automatic color change); Chromatherapy (color choice of
user). It also incorporates a music audio center with an mp3 player and
built-in SD card. Its 30-watt speakers are waterproof. Features high-quality
acrylic printing and customizable shower panel. www.cebien.com
Elegance In The Bathroom
Cifial adds
a bold new look to the bathroom with its Hexa Collection of innovative lavatory
faucets. The sleek high-arch widespread design creates a stunning display as
the water flows elegantly into the basin. Described as a “modern twist to Art
Deco,” Hexa and reinforces the company’s ongoing commitment to innovation and
design, and offers homeowners design freedom with features and finishes that
can match most any décor. Hexa measures almost 6 inches long and over 9 inches
high, with a choice of two-handle styles, a lever or a cross. www.cifialusa.com
Stylish Powder Room Collections
At K/BIS, Danze introduced unique powder room
design solutions to homeowners driven by quality and attention to detail in
their home furnishings. Each new powder room collection from Danze encompasses
a full suite of products including toilets, bidets, furniture-grade vanities, pedestal
or vessel sinks, and matching mirrors. Also, throughout the lines Danze has
added extra value and smart design. For
example, toilets throughout the collections feature a 3-inch flush valve,
ergonomic elongated bowl with 16 ½-inch rim height and a soft close seat.
Choose from the traditional Orrington Collection (shown), the contemporary Ziga
Zaga Collection, or the architectural feel of the Cirtangular Collection. www.danze.com
Cylinder Washbasin
The stylish Fogo/Bacino “dream team” allows for
plenty of space in all bathroom layouts. The new Fogo floating console is
available in various widths, and its large drawers make the low console very
spacious in terms of storage potential. The slim Bacino cylindrical washbasin
can be positioned in the center or to one side of the console. Its unique
geometry has been specifically designed at an 18 1/8-inch height and 14
5/16-inch diameter to create a deep inner basin without tap area or overflow. www.duravit.com
Mod-Inspired Vanity
DECOLAV’s new Model
#5243 is a multi-dimensional vanity featuring a solid wood frame, white
marble top and built-in accessory shelves. An intricate weaving pattern of the
front cabinets provides both texture and dimension to this 1950’s mod-inspired
design. Unique to this vanity is a finger grip cabinet opening. Offered with
the vanity is an above-counter rectangular-round white ceramic vessel, Model #
1480-CWH. www.decolav.com
Longer, Warmer Soaks
Aquatic’s HotSoak™ series conserves water during longer
soaks through an inline maintenance heater that sustains the preferred bathing
temperature with virtually no water movement. This prevents the need for
draining cooled water and refilling the tub. The HotSoak pump is 1/15
horsepower with a heater rated at 1.5kW, and operates from a single 110V Class
A GFCI power outlet. www.aquaticwhirlpools.com
Unique Sink Design
The Mystic® Twist™
sinks from Elkay Mfg. features a unique design of softened geometry that swirls
downward toward the center drain. The aesthetic of the stainless-steel bowl
adds a whimsical aspect to bathroom, kitchen food prep or bar sink
applications. www.elkayusa.com
Traditional Bridge Faucet w/Side Spray
Grohe expanded its Bridgeford collection to include
a classically designed bar faucet, a three-hole bridge faucet with side spray,
and additional lever options for limited spaces. Bridgeford captures old-world
charm and is ideal for consumers who like to surround themselves with more
time-honored décor elements, but don’t want to sacrifice modern conveniences. www.groheamerica.com
Accent Style
Strasser
Woodenworks is introducing a new line of bath vanities – Accent Style. It incorporates
the look of a traditional cabinet-style vanity with the popular and growing furniture
style. Many homeowners still like the toe kick for ease of cleaning, but are
also looking for something more exciting. The Accent Style is offered in
Strasser’s five-door styles and 12 finishes. All Accent Style vanities come
with a unique bottom drawer, which is Standard for all Strasser vanities. www.strasserwood.com
Updated Product Portfolio
Symmons Industries introduces
the Naru Suite, its new family of bathroom fittings. It offers a contemporary
design inspired by the Japanese verb “Naru,” meaning to become, to be, or to
grow. With its waterfall flow, Naru brings
calmness and relaxation to your state of being, the company says. The Naru Suite
includes a wide spread lavatory faucet with waterfall flow, a roman tub faucet
with waterfall flow and hand spray, and tub/shower trim. The offering also features
a collection of complementary accessories including a towel bar, a towel
ring, a robe hook and toilet paper holder. www.symmons.com
Therapy Bath
Designed with easy access and
comfortable bathing in mind, the Finestra Walk-In Bath gives new meaning to
independent living. It includes Jacuzzi technology and is equipped with a variety
of safety features. Finestra also offers air-tight security and a water-tight
magnetic door seal. Electronically combine different levels of whirlpool and Pure Air jets for more
than 12 different experience combinations. The tub is designed to fit into
standard bathtub spaces. www.jacuzzi.com
Generations by American Standard
Generations Collection
American Standard
The Generations bathroom furniture collection
from American Standard has an eye on the future. It can grow with the
generations, including a smart pullout step for kids to step up safely to wash
their hands. Consisting of seven pieces, the collection is constructed from
signature materials, including rattan and poplar solid woods with birch
veneers, and each piece is finished in a classic warm walnut tone. www.americanstandard.com Digital Water by Cebien
Digital Water
Cebien
This slim shape of metal material invites you to an offbeat
minimalism design. Cebien’s Digital Water offers three LED mood lighting
settings: Universal Design (light color changes according to temperature);
Sense Engineering (automatic color change); Chromatherapy (color choice of
user). It also incorporates a music audio center with an mp3 player and
built-in SD card. Its 30-watt speakers are waterproof. Features high-quality
acrylic printing and customizable shower panel. www.cebien.com
Hexa Collection from Cifial
Elegance In The Bathroom
Cifial
Cifial adds
a bold new look to the bathroom with its Hexa Collection of innovative lavatory
faucets. The sleek high-arch widespread design creates a stunning display as
the water flows elegantly into the basin. Described as a “modern twist to Art
Deco,” Hexa and reinforces the company’s ongoing commitment to innovation and
design, and offers homeowners design freedom with features and finishes that
can match most any décor. Hexa measures almost 6 inches long and over 9 inches
high, with a choice of two-handle styles, a lever or a cross. www.cifialusa.com Orrington powder room collection from Danze
Stylish Powder Room Collections
Danze
At K/BIS, Danze introduced unique powder room
design solutions to homeowners driven by quality and attention to detail in
their home furnishings. Each new powder room collection from Danze encompasses
a full suite of products including toilets, bidets, furniture-grade vanities, pedestal
or vessel sinks, and matching mirrors. Also, throughout the lines Danze has
added extra value and smart design. For
example, toilets throughout the collections feature a 3-inch flush valve,
ergonomic elongated bowl with 16 ½-inch rim height and a soft close seat.
Choose from the traditional Orrington Collection (shown), the contemporary Ziga
Zaga Collection, or the architectural feel of the Cirtangular Collection. www.danze.comFogo/Bacino by Duravit
Cylinder Washbasin
Duravit
The stylish Fogo/Bacino “dream team” allows for
plenty of space in all bathroom layouts. The new Fogo floating console is
available in various widths, and its large drawers make the low console very
spacious in terms of storage potential. The slim Bacino cylindrical washbasin
can be positioned in the center or to one side of the console. Its unique
geometry has been specifically designed at an 18 1/8-inch height and 14
5/16-inch diameter to create a deep inner basin without tap area or overflow. www.duravit.comDECOLAV’s new Model #5243
Mod-Inspired Vanity
DECOLAV
DECOLAV’s new Model
#5243 is a multi-dimensional vanity featuring a solid wood frame, white
marble top and built-in accessory shelves. An intricate weaving pattern of the
front cabinets provides both texture and dimension to this 1950’s mod-inspired
design. Unique to this vanity is a finger grip cabinet opening. Offered with
the vanity is an above-counter rectangular-round white ceramic vessel, Model #
1480-CWH. www.decolav.com
Aquatic’s HotSoak
Longer, Warmer Soaks
Aquatic Industries Inc.
Aquatic’s HotSoak™ series conserves water during longer
soaks through an inline maintenance heater that sustains the preferred bathing
temperature with virtually no water movement. This prevents the need for
draining cooled water and refilling the tub. The HotSoak pump is 1/15
horsepower with a heater rated at 1.5kW, and operates from a single 110V Class
A GFCI power outlet. www.aquaticwhirlpools.com Mystic® Twist™ sinks from Elkay Mfg.
Unique Sink Design
Elkay Mfg.
The Mystic® Twist™
sinks from Elkay Mfg. features a unique design of softened geometry that swirls
downward toward the center drain. The aesthetic of the stainless-steel bowl
adds a whimsical aspect to bathroom, kitchen food prep or bar sink
applications. www.elkayusa.com Grohe's
expanded Bridgeford collection
Traditional Bridge Faucet w/Side Spray
Grohe
Grohe expanded its Bridgeford collection to include
a classically designed bar faucet, a three-hole bridge faucet with side spray,
and additional lever options for limited spaces. Bridgeford captures old-world
charm and is ideal for consumers who like to surround themselves with more
time-honored décor elements, but don’t want to sacrifice modern conveniences. www.groheamerica.com Strasser Accent Style
Accent Style
Strasser Woodenworks
Strasser
Woodenworks is introducing a new line of bath vanities – Accent Style. It incorporates
the look of a traditional cabinet-style vanity with the popular and growing furniture
style. Many homeowners still like the toe kick for ease of cleaning, but are
also looking for something more exciting. The Accent Style is offered in
Strasser’s five-door styles and 12 finishes. All Accent Style vanities come
with a unique bottom drawer, which is Standard for all Strasser vanities. www.strasserwood.com Naru Suite from Symmons
Updated Product Portfolio
Symmons Industries
Symmons Industries introduces
the Naru Suite, its new family of bathroom fittings. It offers a contemporary
design inspired by the Japanese verb “Naru,” meaning to become, to be, or to
grow. With its waterfall flow, Naru brings
calmness and relaxation to your state of being, the company says. The Naru Suite
includes a wide spread lavatory faucet with waterfall flow, a roman tub faucet
with waterfall flow and hand spray, and tub/shower trim. The offering also features
a collection of complementary accessories including a towel bar, a towel
ring, a robe hook and toilet paper holder. www.symmons.com Finestra Walk-In Bath
Therapy Bath
Jacuzzi
Designed with easy access and
comfortable bathing in mind, the Finestra Walk-In Bath gives new meaning to
independent living. It includes Jacuzzi technology and is equipped with a variety
of safety features. Finestra also offers air-tight security and a water-tight
magnetic door seal. Electronically combine different levels of whirlpool and Pure Air jets for more
than 12 different experience combinations. The tub is designed to fit into
standard bathtub spaces. www.jacuzzi.com 