NEW AND NOTEWORTHY
by Carolyn E. Oliver, Editor-at-Large
Reporting from the field about Kitchen and Bath Stand Outs!

$15,000 Restaurant Grade Cooking Technology Appliance Package by Gaggenau.
The first built-in appliance on the European market carried the Gaggenau brand name and now they offer supreme functionality and cutting edge design for the modern home with this all inclusive appliance package.
www.gaggenau.com/AE_en/Home_intro.do

SteamWasher and SteamDryerby LG.
Harmony of style and technology with exclusive Allergene cycle and sensors that read and regulate how hard the water is, amount of detergent used, and the weight of the load. Steam Washer is the most energy efficient in the market. Fabric care will never by the same again.
www.lg-usa.com

The Michael Berman Zephyr Bath Collection by Rohl, manufacturers of high end kitchen and bath products.
Inspired by the finest in 1920s and 30s industrial design, the Zephyr spout features a sleek shape reminiscent of the leading edge of a streamline locomotive. The cross or metal lever handles are available in 5 finishes.
http://www.rohlhome.com/products/products.aspx?type=1&cat=14

Julien Armand Spool Series Collection,
solid wood construction assembled entirely by hand the table designs feature a classical modern look with a whimsical interpretation of "high" style. Available in black walnut, maple, zebrawood and painted finishes.
http://www.julienarmand.com/

Two-Tier Cookware Organizer by Rev-a-Shelf,
offering a 1,000 storage organization accessories. In a minimum opening of 11 1/2", 2 independently operating heavy-duty chrome plated wire shelves accommodates a variety of cookware sizes and brands with adjustable dividers. The top tier holds up to 7 lids, and the bottom tier features adjustable dividers to store a variety of larger pots and pans. 100 lbs. rated full-extensive ball bearing slides.
http://www.rev-a-shelf.com/

Manhandles Series by Soko:
Sculptural Designs for Living. Decorative hardware fabricated using the lost wax method of metal casting. Made in the U.S.A. Available in cast stainless and satin stainless steel as well as cast bronze with of choice of eleven patinas.
http://www.sokostudio.com/

The Origami Kitchen designed by Karim Rashid
for AMR Helmy Designs producing Kitchens that resemble world cultures. The Origami experience is sculptural, breathtaking and inspired by the simplicity and beauty of the Japanese aesthetic!
http://www.amrhelmydesigns.com/en/index.asp

Endless Nile Table
designed by Karim Rashid for AMR Helmy Designs. Exquisite sculpture for the dining experience!
http://www.amrhelmydesigns.com/en/index.asp

Dry Storage Outdoor Pantry,
by Alfresco Open Air Culinary Systems. Bringing the professional culinary experience to the outdoors, Alfresco's new dry storage pantry - the first product of its kind to create a sealed environment for storing food and cookware outside. All commercial steel construction with gasketed doors that seal out the outdoor environment. Available in 30" and 42" Widths.