COLONIAL CLASSIC
Referencing Colonial elements, the classic design of Bevolo’s Governor Carriage lantern is a natural fit for traditional-style homes. Available as a flush mount or bracket mount, the fixture is suitable for natural gas, propane or electric light sources.
SLIDE OVER
European kitchen manufacturer Nobilia has unveiled a new sliding door system designed to optimize functional storage in pantries, utility rooms, closets and workspaces. The anti-fingerprint doors are offered in three colors—white, taupe grey and slate grey—and can be customized with mirrors. Available through Northeast Building & Home.
QUICK CHANGE
In 60 seconds, windows can transition from clear to privacy mode with CLiC glass. The proprietary liquid crystal technology is available on Marvin’s Modern line of windows. In the clear state, liquid crystals align and in the privacy state, the liquid crystals scatter to create uniform diffused illumination. Available through Ring’s End.
KNOCK OUT
Emtek’s Terrazzo Select series hardware allows for versatility with a choice of knob or lever handles and a selection of finishes. Fashioned from terrazzo, a stone composite made from marble, granite, quartz or glass chips mixed with cement or resin, the hardware adds a pop of personality to doors. Available through Torrco.
BARN DOOR RAISING
Need to hide a closet, bathroom, pantry or laundry room? Masonite offers a sliding barn door with track hardware for a quick and easy install. The kit includes everything needed for a door-raising in 90 minutes or less. Choose from a variety of styles, with or without glass. Available through Home Depot.
AGED TO PERFECTION
American manufacturer CDA offers sustainable wood products and building materials for interior and exterior applications. The brand’s patented Xcelerated process speeds up nature’s aging, giving new wood the rustic beauty, character and integrity of reclaimed wood. Available through Home Depot.
WATER PROOF
Capturing the beauty of natural hardwood, Karastan’s BelleLuxe Waterproof flooring provides 64 layers of textured detail, water-tight joints and a durable finish. Choose from a variety of wood looks like hickory, walnut and oak. Shown here, Belhancourt in a linen wash oak. Available through Lowes.
CONTEMPORARY CAST
The new Phases collection by Rocky Mountain Hardware and Suede Studio includes contemporary hardware and accessories for the kitchen and bath, all handcast in bronze. The versatile grouping allows mixing and matching of cabinet pulls and knobs, door pulls/grips, towel bars and hooks. Available through Canaan Distributors Corp.
VERTICALLY CHALLENGED
If you are looking for ingenious solutions to everyday storage problems, Häfele has the answers. This custom library ladder allows access to out-of-reach spaces. Choose from a wide range of materials, finishes and accents to create the perfect ladder for your project.
FRESH TAKE
A great alternative to black, Andersen’s E-series windows are now available in white oak. Following the trend in cabinetry and flooring, the lighter look is clean and contemporary and the warm, natural wood complements Midcentury and Scandi styles. Available through Interstate + Lakeland Lumber.
WALK THE PLANK
The Hudson Company is the go-to source for bespoke, custom-milled wood flooring, paneling, beams and reclaimed wood. An example of the company’s craftsmanship is shown here in this entryway. Di Biase Filkoff Architects specified live-sawn, character-grade American white oak flooring with single planks—milled in impressive lengths up to 24-feet long—running from the front to the rear of the hall.
EUROPEAN CHARACTER
Adding to its best selling Canyon Ridge garage door model, Clopay now offers the Chevron design to its faux wood line up. Four patterns of diagonals are customizable with the addition of windows or decorative hardware. The wood grain composite can be painted or stained and is available with clear cypress or mahogany cladding overlays.
NATURAL SERENITY
Mountain Sage was announced as James Hardie’s first-ever color of the year for 2024. After consulting with industry experts and homeowners, along with consumer trends, the green hue was chosen by the fiber cement siding company. Bridging the gap between indoor and outdoor environments, the calming green reinforces a connection with nature. To visualize Mountain Sage or any of the other 700-plus James Hardie colors, go to the James Hardie website.
This article appears in the March 2024 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) with the headline: Out of the Box.