Selected from more than 200 submissions to ARCHITECT’s Spring/Summer product call, these 22 recently released standouts represent innovations in lighting, textiles, smart appliances, and more.
Solatube International SolaMaster Round Ceiling Fixtures
A newcomer to Solatube’s SolaMaster series, these low-profile ceiling fixtures sport customizable lens patterns to create an array of visual effects. The lights—suited for drop ceilings and other applications—also work hard to minimize glare. solatube.com
Trex Transcend Lineage Composite Decking
Available in four colors, Transcend Lineage composite decking from Virginia-based Trex is made almost exclusively from recycled materials. Plus, the low-maintenance, wood-look boards are specially engineered to stay cool on hot days—a bonus for bare feet. trex.com
Cosentino Dekton Pietra Kode Collection
The brainchild of architect (and frequent Cosentino collaborator) Daniel Germani, the Pietra Kode Collection draws creative influence from ancient Italian stone. Part of the brand’s carbon-neutral Dekton line, the easy-to-clean, large-format slabs work for everything from countertops to flooring. cosentino.com
Designtex Silicone Symphony Collection
The cheerful, rainbow-hued fabrics in Designtex’s Silicone Symphony Collection are as easy on the environment as they are on the eyes. Made from 100% silicone, the low-VOC textiles eschew PVC and chemicals while naturally repelling bacteria, mold, and mildew. designtex.com
Duravit Zencha Sink
Designer Sebastian Herkner looked to classic Japanese tea bowls while dreaming up this ceramic sink, the result of a yearslong collaboration with Duravit’s production team. Available in four colors, the deep, above-counter basin can be outfitted with an optional faucet deck. duravit.us
NanaWall Systems Generation 4 Folding Glass Walls
Designed for both commercial and residential settings, NanaWall’s customizable Generation 4 line comprises eight models with various sill, hardware, and material options. A Gothic-arch roller system ensures a simple user experience, while a new thermal-break design boosts energy efficiency. nanawall.com
Bradley Corp. WashBar Top-Fill, Multi-Feed Soap System
Ideal for commercial restrooms, this industrious addition to Bradley’s product line doles out soap to as many as three WashBar dispensers at one time. The system is also equipped with a handy LED indicator, which alerts users to low-soap (and low-battery) levels. bradleycorp.com
Landscape Forms Mega Max Classic Parasol
Strength and style join forces in Landscape Forms’ Mega Max Classic parasol, the newest (and largest) member of the company’s Ocean Master Collection. With sizes running the gamut from 16 to 24 feet, the product—available in a variety of canopy shapes and colors—can stand up to 75 mph gusts with an in-ground mount. landscapeforms.com
BŌK Modern Nail-on Sunshades
Affixed with a light-gauge metal bracket to create a close, waterproof fit, these sunshades offer functionality and decoration. Choose from styles in aluminum or Cor-ten steel. bokmodern.com
Kohler Numi 2.0 Smart Toilet
This water-efficient smart toilet offers a personalized hygienic experience that includes an automatic flush, a dryer function, a heated seat, and a Kohler smartphone app with various controls. Numi 2.0’s self-cleaning function relies on UV light and electrolyzed water systems to keep its bowl clean. And, there is an emergency flush button for use during power outages. kohler.com
Delta Millworks x Lunawood ThermoWood Cladding
With the climate crisis nudging manufacturers to create more eco-minded options, Austin, Texas–based Delta Millworks and Finnish company Lunawood collaborated to produce this chemical-free, sustainable wood cladding suited for interior, exterior, and landscape environments. deltamillworks.com
HBF x Alda Ly Architecture Bao Collection
A play on the Chinese homonym for bag, bun, precious, and baby, Bao is the name of a collection of sculptural seats from HBF and AAPI-women-owned firm Alda Ly Architecture. Available in four styles—small round, medium round, stacking round, and large half round—these chairs prioritize comfort. hbf.com
3form Flare Collection
With Flare, 3form took a more understated approach to incorporating metallic aesthetics into its finish and surface offerings for interior commercial projects. The brand added small, metallic flakes onto its Varia resin panels for texture and depth. And, 3form added some sheen to the underside of its Chroma panels, giving them a blurred effect. 3-form.com
Móz Metals in Motion
Oakland, Calif.–based metal design and fabrication company Móz has a new collection of laser-cut metal surfaces inspired by the natural world. Metals in Motion features 10 patterns—Jungle, Mosaic, Cyber, Harvest, Twinkle, Wind, Flight, Grove, Dune, and Cascade—which can be used for interior or exterior wall, ceiling, partition, and column applications. mozdesigns.com
Sherwin-Williams SofTop Comfort Systems
The paint brand’s high-performance flooring division has introduced SofTop, a collection of floor coverings that the manufacturer says are easy to maintain, tolerant of extreme temperature fluctuations, waterproof, and resistant to chipping and cracking. Bonus: They’re made of up to 25% natural and renewable plant oils. sherwin-williams.com
LaCantina V2 Folding Door
Concealed hardware, thin door stiles and rails, large panel sizes for more glass, one-hand operation, and an automatic locking system are but a few features of the V2 doors. LaCantina offers this thermally controlled door system in a variety of options and finishes, including all-aluminum builds and hardwood frames for interiors. lacantinadoors.com
Progress Lighting Captarent LED Mirror
This glass mirror, measuring 36 inches by 30 inches, features an integrated LED lighting system that can illuminate bathrooms, vanities, and powder rooms with a soft, uniform glow. A frosted LED light path follows along the mirror’s perimeter, which can be ovular, rectangular, or rounded. Dimmable options are available. progresslighting.com
Kawneer 8400TL Thermal Windows
Offered in fixed, fixed offset hung replica, single-hung, double-hung, and horizontal sliding configurations, Kawneer’s 4-inch-deep architectural windows provide thermal performance and hurricane impact resistance; they can even withstand a collision with a projectile, according to the manufacturer. The 8400TL series windows are available in different anchoring methods, glass infill options, and straight- and bevel-face designs. kawneer.com
Andersen A-Series Patio Doors
Slim sightlines lend a modern vibe to the latest iteration of Andersen’s A-Series patio doors, which bring in maximum natural light. The doors come in standard and custom sizes, as well as 11 exterior colors for extra personalization. andersenwindows.com
Fisher & Paykel Series 11 DishDrawer
Featuring eight wash programs, an incorporated water softener, ergonomic drawer design, a knock-to-pause function, and Wi-Fi compatibility—courtesy of a dedicated smartphone app—the Series 11 DishDrawer serves as an update to the New Zealand brand’s iconic dish drawer line. fisherpaykel.com
Guardian Glass Resource Hub
Guardian Glass fans, take note: The high-performance-glass manufacturer recently launched this self-service, digital platform, chock-full of product info as well as tools for training, engineering, specifications, and more. guardianglass.com
USAI Lighting x Turf Design BeveLED Mini and 2.2 Lighting With Port and Urban Acoustical Ceiling Tiles
Luminaire brand USAI and acoustics company Turf Design combined overhead lighting with sound-dampening ceiling tiles to create a seamless solution for office and commercial interiors. Available in round or square options, the light fixtures can be paired with Port’s concave tiles or Urban’s square panels. usailighting.com
This article originally appeared in the July/August 2023 issue of ARCHITECT.
