23 Must-Have Renovation Products

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Haute Déco’s Bark collection of hardware in nickel-plated bronze lends an air of natural beauty to doors, cabinets, and drawers. Shown are a selection of levers, knobs, and handles from the Cedar, Marquetry, and Alder series; prices upon request. hautedeco.com, +44-207-736-7171

The Vipp kitchen system, by the Danish design house Vipp , showcases the company’s stylish, streamlined aesthetic. Pictured in white powder-coated steel with stainless-steel counters, the modular unit is equipped with shelves, drawers, and cabinets, as well as an integrated sink. Customizable from 50" to 238", it is also availablein black; from $50,000. vipp.com, 917-580-2148

GE Appliances’ Café Series French-door refrigerator with a Keurig K-Cup brewing system will turn your kitchen into an in-house coffee bar. The stainless-steel fridge measures 35.75" w. x 70" h. and comes in depths of 36.25" or 31.25", both $3,300. geappliances.com, 800-626-2005

The lavatory faucet set from Rohl Perrin & Rowe’s Deco collection marries sleek lines and crisp angles. Pictured in polished chrome with lever handles ($1,719), the solid-brass fittings are also available in polished- or satin-nickel finishes and with cross handles. rohlhome.com, 800-777-9762

Clé’s Chinoiserie hand-painted porcelain tiles have the delicate refinement of exquisite silk wall coverings. Shown is the standard 10" x 14" size in the wheat colorway; celadon, teal, blue, pink, platinum, and gold versions are also offered, as are custom sizes up to 4' x 8'; price upon request. cletile.com, 415-887-9011

With its tailored octagonal form, the Lanesborough ceiling light from the Urban Electric Co. has undeniable panache. The 3.5" h. x 13.25" dia. light is sold in 27 finishes and with 11 glass options (shown is polished nickel and pot-white glass with etched-glass accents); starts at $1,575. urbanelectricco.com, 843-723-8140

The Nanz Co.’s 2506CD handle takes traditional brass in an industrial-chic direction. Part of the Studio Line, the 4.25"-l. knurled-grip lever is offered in any Nanz finish (burnished brass is shown) and can be made in custom sizes; to the trade. nanz.com, 212-367-7000

The Oak Hill high-back soaking tub from DXV by American Standard blends an elegant silhouette with a spare pedestal design. The 66" l. x 36" w. x 29.75" h. tub is available to the trade. dxv.com, 800-227-2734

Miele’s first freestanding wine refrigerator is ideal for the discerning oenophile. Measuring 27.75" w. x 29.5" d. x 75.5" h., the stainless-steel unit features acacia-wood shelves and can store up to 178 bottles in three separate temperature sections. A glass chiller, display space, and accessory box for wine tools are also included; $7,499. mieleusa.com, 800-843-7231

The lively terra-cotta tiles in Tabarka Studio’s Rue des Rosiers line were inspired by French and Asian decorative arts found in the shops of Paris’s Marais district. The numerous patterns come in multiple colorways, including options with copper, gold, and silver leaf; from $70 per sq. ft. tabarkastudio.com, 480-968-3999

iRobot’s latest-generation automated vacuum, the Roomba 980, is equipped with extra sensors for enhanced navigation, enabling it to better detect a room’s most efficient cleaning path, avoid furniture and other objects, and return to its dock to charge. It also boasts Wi-Fi connectivity, meaning you can get a jump on your housecleaning from virtually anywhere using your smartphone or tablet; $899. irobot.com, 800-727-9077

The Villa d’Oro collection of stone mosaic tile by Walker Zanger merges Moorish, Gothic, and Renaissance motifs in neutral palettes. From top are three of the line’s 14 designs: Palermo ($56/sq. ft.), San Marcos ($120/sq. ft.), and Borghese ($38/sq. ft.), all in grigio, one of four colorways offered. walkerzanger.com, 818-252-4000

Bevolo Gas and Electric Lights developed its London Street lantern with complementary London Yoke bracket as an homage to the flickering streetlamps of Victorian England. The copper-and-iron gas fixture, for indoor/outdoor use, measures 15" w. x 28" h. and costs $1,200; other sizes and an electric model are available. bevolo.com, 504-522-9485

Hunter Douglas’s PowerView motorized-blind system is controlled by a smartphone or tablet app that allows you to program multiple timed settings. Available in 16 styles, the system starts at $275 per shade. hunterdouglas.com, 800-274-2985

The Bertazzoni Professional Series 30"-w. induction range makes a strong statement, especially in the vino hue pictured. Operated via an LCD interface, it’s both energy-efficient and precise. The state-of-the-art range is sold in five additional colors and also comes in a stainless-steel version; $5,999. bertazzoni.com, 866-905-0010

Mark and Graham’s stately solid-brass letter door knockers are a salute to classic typography. The 4"-tall characters cost $49 each and are sure to add a touch of personalized flair to any door. markandgraham.com, 888-965-6275

Smooth handles and locks meet strikingly textured plates in the Burlap hardware collection by Sun Valley Bronze . Clockwise from top left are the patio set ($781), the mortise-lock front-entry set ($1,552), and the tubular passage set ($512), all in white bronze. A total of ten finishes are offered. sunvalleybronze.com, 866-788-3631

The bold lines and graceful curves of Brizo’s Rook H2OKinetic showerhead bring a dash of shimmering brio to your bath. Shown in Brilliance polished nickel ($180), the 8"-dia. water-saving fixture—part of the Rook collection—is also offered in other finishes. brizo.com, 877-345-2749

Antolini’s Precioustone composite surfaces celebrate the raw beauty of minerals and fossils. The collection’s latest addition, pictured here, is the richly variegated Fancy Petrified Wood, which is sold in 5' x 9' and 6' x 10' resin-coated slabs and can be used on walls or countertops; to the trade. antoliniusa.com, +39-045-683-6611

Designer Juan Montoya’s collection of hardware for P. E. Guerin balances opulence and restraint. The Reeded pulls are crafted of 24K-gold-plated brass and come in 3.5" ($450), 6" ($600), and 9" ($750) sizes. Levers and knobs are also offered, as are additional finishes. peguerin.com, 212-243-5270

Carved from black marble, Alexa Hampton’s Python mantel for Chesney’s channels a subtly wild vibe. The 54" w. x 5.75" d. x 45" h. version shown costs $11,900; custom sizes are available. chesneys.com, 646-840-0609

Ronbow’s Free modular vanity makes the most of small spaces with customizable drawers hidden behind discreet façades. Conceived by the design studio DanelonMeroni , the unit can be configured in a variety of ways; the example above is in white hardwood plywood with a bamboo counter, white mirror, and white ceramic sink. $5,990 as shown. ronbow.eu, 510-713-1188

The futuristic AM10 humidifier by Dyson uses an intelligent climate-sensitive system to regulate air moisture while employing ultraviolet technology to eliminate bacteria. Pictured in white/silver, the 22.75"-tall humidifier also comes in iron/blue and black/nickel; $500. dyson.com, 866-693-9766

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