Timeless Appeal: The classic detailing of the Spitalfields cupboard by Plain English includes paneled doors and antique-brass hardware. The warm paint finishes, shown here in Nicotine and Burnt Toast, hail from the brand’s NO. 3 collection in collaboration with London interior designer Rita Konig. Price upon request, available through the Plain English showroom, NYC, plainenglishdesign.co.uk.
Simply Shaker: Crown Point custom cabinetry includes English Shaker, shown here in maple, finished in an Earl Grey paint. The corner piece, crafted from reclaimed chestnut in a natural finish, adds character to the kitchen, tying in the wood accents on the island. Price upon request, available through Crown Point Cabinetry, crown-point.com.
Behind Closed Drawers: Poggenpohl’s Segmento collection embraces form, materials and craftsmanship with a unique channel system, allowing users to open the drawers without hardware. Drawers are designed for maximum capacity with flexible storage configuration. Price upon request, available through Nukitchens, Norwalk, nukitchens.com, poggenpohl.com.
Great Combo: Fisher & Paykel’s companion grid includes two 24-inch wall ovens, with ActiveVent and AeroTech technology for moisture control and even heat distribution. The steam oven delivers five steam functions, plus broil and convection cooking. A built-in coffee maker offers 13 beverage options. $3,201—$3,411, available through Aitoro Appliance, Norwalk, aitoro.com, fisherpaykel.com.
Clean Lines: Monogram unveiled Minimalist, a new collection with an emphasis on sleek details and seamless, contemporary lines. Knobs and handles have been eliminated wherever possible for an integrated look. Shown here, electric wall oven (left) $3,200 and Advantium Speedcook oven (right) $3,600, available through Aitoro Appliance, Norwalk, aitoro.com, monogram.com.
Dual Fuel: Dacor’s Modernist graphite stainless steel 48-inch, 6-burner dual-fuel steam range is tailored for the serious cook with six burners and ultra-wide grates. A LCD touch panel with step-by-step recipes assures no-fail cooking. Price upon request, available through Zemel’s TV and Appliance, Danbury, zemels.com, dacor.com.
Artistic Range: Adding a textural element to the kitchen, Thompson Traders’ brass range hood can be customized in size, metals and hand-hammered finishes. Prices start at $5,000, available through F.W. Webb, Stamford, fwwebb.com, thompsontraders.com.
Dutch Treat: Just introduced to the U.S., Pitt Cooking offers the latest in Dutch innovation. The individual burners are integrated directly into the counterop, allowing for flexible placement. Prices start at $1,499, available through Leicht Kitchens, Greenwich, leichtgreenwich.com, pittcooking.com.
Stay Hydrated: No more bottled water, Elkay’s ezH20 Liv, the first built-in water dispenser designed for the home, provides hands-free chilled, fresh and filtered water. $1,440, available through Best Plumbing Tile & Stone, Stamford, bestplgstamford.com, elkay.com.
Quick Cool: True Residential 24-inch beverage center’s balanced refrigeration system is UL-rated for outdoor use. The technology enables rapid cool down of beverages and maintains the perfect temperature. Build Your True collection lets you customize the design in 48 combinations of finishes and hardware. $4,700, available through Aitoro Appliance, Norwalk, aitoro.com, true-residential.com.
WASHER & DRYER The Gaggenau 400 series dishwasher delivers Zeolite technology for superior drying results. The dishwasher also offers Home Connect for remote control capability. $3,199, available through County TV & Appliance, Stamford, countytv.com, gaggenau.com.
Farmhouse Charm: The Avery apron-front sink from American Standard is handcrafted from fine fireclay, outfitted with an offset drain and a stainless steel grid. Offered in 30–36-inch sizes, as shown, $1,320, available through Torrco, Fairfield, torrcodesigncenter.com, americanstandard-us.com.
The Shape of Water: Innovative architectural surface company Cosentino commissioned London–based designers Anna Murray and Grace Winteringham of Patternity to create the Dekton Liquid collection. Inspired by fluidity, the designs center around the beauty of nature in three colorways: Sky, Shell and Embers. Prices range from $58 to $96 per square foot, available through Fordham Marble, Stamford, fordhammarble.com.
liquid Gold: The Franz Viegener FV412/K5-RG faucet is precision-engineered and available in a standard or a larger, pro-style size. With curved, modern lines in a polished rose gold, this fixture is both elegant and utilitarian. $1,395, available through Bender, New Haven, liquid gold The Franz Viegener FV412/K5-RG faucet is precision-engineered and available in a standard or a larger, pro-style size. With curved, modern lines in a polished rose gold, this fixture is both elegant and utilitarian. $1,395, available through Bender, New Haven, benderplumbing.com, franzviegener.us.
Rookie of the Year: The articulating bridge Rook faucet by Brizo combines craftsman and contemporary styling, shown here in a luxe gold finish. $1,380, available through Bender, New Haven, benderplumbing.com, brizo.com.
Shape Shifter: With ergonomics in mind, Vincent Van Duysen designed the Fantini Icona Deco faucet with rounded-bottom lever handles that are soft to the touch. As shown, in a matte black finish, $1,993, available through Torrco, Stamford, torrcodesigncenter.com, or A&D, NYC, fantiniusa.com.
