if clothes can make the man, then without a doubt products help dress a house for success. It doesn't matter whether the material or product you select is expensive or economical, only that you choose deliberately, tailoring it carefully to the spirit and function of the building you design.
archi-tectonics: WetStyle's Collection Cube sinks are fabricated from a refined polyester resin composite containing a combination of natural and synthetic aggregates. Units can be installed in both undermount and above-counter applications.
archi-tectonics: Dornbracht's line of faucets come in cast brass and all feature ceramic disk valves.
archi-tectonics: Boffi's line of kitchen and bath furnishings include streamlined basins and sinks in limestone, ceramic, and stainless steel.
archi-tectonics: 3form's resin-based architectural panels are free of volatile oragnic compounds, solvents and emissions. Panels can be had in 4-by-8-and 4-by-10-foot sheets up to an inch thick.
kieran timberlake associates: Green Roof Blocks are modular metal blocks that measure 2 feet square and reduce stormwater runoff.
kieran timberlake associates: Rhinezink panels are clad in zinc and can be used in both interior and exterior applications.
kieran timberlake associates: InterfaceFlor tiles are made from recycled nylon and can be returned to the company for recycling after use.
vetter denk architecture: Polygal 100 percent recyclable polycarbonate sheets are multi-walled sheets that provide high thermal insulation controlled daylight transmission, and UV protection.
vetter denk architecture: Häfele's flat aluminum pulls come in a silver-colored anodized finish, as well as chrome-plated, black and gold-colored polish.
vetter denk architecture: Chicago Faucets' 445-CP bathroom faucet features solid brass construction and an adjustable center for easier installation.
vetter denk architecture: Roseburg's hardwood plywood features an okoume wood veneer and is available in pre-finished panels with a UV top coat.
tigerman mccurry architects: McElroy Metal's raw galvanized steel siding is ideal for projects near the great lakes or the ocean because it is both sturdy and practical, according to architect Margaret L. McCurry.
tigerman mccurry architects: CertainTeed's asphalt shingles can be mixed and matched in various color schemes, as opposed to trying to disguise the shingles as something other than asphalt.
tigerman mccurry architects: Duravit's Starck 2 toilets are equipped with wash-down or washout flushing and come in both wall-mounted and floor standing models.
albertsson hansen architecture: Viking's ranges come in gas, dual-fuel, and electric models, with convection baking and porcelain covered cast-iron grates.
albertsson hansen architecture: Dutch firm Royal Mosa manufactures traditional ceramic, metal, and glass tiles such as Trocadero glazed ceramic tiles, shown here in classic white.
albertsson hansen architecture: Marvin Windows' line of products feature 4 9/16-inch jambs, a range of wood interiors, and clear insulating glass.
cutler anderson architects: Hard 2 Pole shingles withstand 130-mph winds, have a high insulation value, and are a renewable resource.
cutler anderson architects: CableRail from Feeney Wire Rope & Rigging, is made from 1/8-inch-diameter stainless steel cable and QuickConnect-SS fittings.
cutler anderson architects: Davis Colors' concrete color pigments can be mixed into wet concrete to make its tone more vibrant. The product is available in granulated form, liquid pigments, and ready-mix bags.
cutler anderson architects: Reveal Designs partnered with architecture firm Cutler Anderson to design this sandblasted stainless and wood door handle. The lever suits passage or entry doors.
wheeler kearns architects: Solera from Advanced Glazings is a high-performance translucent glass glazing system that is suitable for vertical and overhead applications.
wheeler kearns architects: Strongwell's Extren composite structural shapes and plates can be used to reduce thermal bridging. The products come in many shapes and are made from fiberglass reinforcements.
wheeler kearns architects: Expanko cork floating flooring is laminated with medium density fiberboard and available in 12-by-36-inch planks or a range of tiles in dimensions up to 12 by 36 or 24 by 24 inches.
wheeler kearns architects: American Hydrotech's roof garden system provides stormwater management, improves a building's energy efficiency, processes airborne toxins, and re-oxygenates the air, the manufacturer says.
stelle architects: Arcadia sliding aluminum doors and windows offer architects flexibility by mixing different sizes and types of windows together. Arcadia's line of products can be finished in dark bronze or clear anodized and painted bronze or white.
stelle architects: Dansk Eternit's corrugated concrete roofing is made from cellulose-reinforced cement board and can withstand high winds and corrosion, making it ideal for coastal projects.
stelle architects: Luceplan's Solar Bud is a solar powered exterior light fixture that automatically turns on as the sun sets. It is 0.6 inches in diameter and 15 inches in height, and it can be easily stuck into the ground.
shope reno wharton associates: Tischler und Sohn offers windows in an array of species and configurations, including this mahogany casement window.
shope reno wharton associates: Fairfield Woodworks takes the wood left over after veneers are sliced off and recycles it into wainscoting and other trim materials, such as this graduated horizontal hallway treatment made from old growth Douglas Fir.
shope reno wharton associates: Icynene's soft foam insulation system is a water-based material that is sprayed into a cavity and then expands to 100 times its original volume.
shope reno wharton associates: Paris Ceramics antique limestone floors are reclaimed from old stone floors then cleaned and formatted to fit into modern homes.
shope reno wharton associates: Temple-Inland's eco-friendly 95-to-99-percent recycled content drywall offers the same price and performance as normal drywall, according to architect Allan Shope.
good architecture: Dover custom wood windows feature insulated glass and two layers of weather stripping, while the custom wood doors have laminated cores.
good architecture: LaCanche Ranges come in several sizes with removable searing grills and griddle plates, plate-warming cabinets, and external rotisseries.
michael mcdonough architect: Winter Panel's structural insulated panels are composed of foam insulation sandwiched between two sheets of oriented strand board and ranges between thicknesses of 4½-to-6½-inches.
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michael mcdonough architect: Trus Joist's TimberStrand engineered products are made from laminated strand lumber and are free of knots, the company says.
michael mcdonough architect: Smith & Fong bamboo flooring is made from laminated strips of what is essentially a grass and comes in unfinished or pre-finished formats measuring 3¾ by 75 inches.
michael mcdonough architect: Benjamin Moore's Pristine Eco-Spec paints are low-odor, water-based paints and are available in flat, eggshell, and semi-gloss.
mj neal architects: Peterson's oversized aluminum doors have the ability to mix fixed glass with operable panels and come with a 5-year warranty.
mj neal architects: Tuflex uses recycled rubber from tires to make its flooring. Square tiles come in 2 ft.-by-2 ft. sections.
stuart cohen & julie hacker architects: Pella's Architect Series windows have mortise-and-tenon construction, exterior-grade glue, and metal fasteners.
stuart cohen & julie hacker architects: Designer Doors' standard line of garage doors include solid 1 3/8-inch Douglas fir frames, polystyrene insulation, and Western red cedar or medium density overlay plywood fronts.
stuart cohen & julie hacker architects: Waterworks' faucets feature authentic European design and detailing, along with solid brass construction and ceramic disk cartridges.
stuart cohen & julie hacker architects: The Estate Collection of lock and levers from Baldwin Hardware features solid forged brass knobs that are pick-resistant, saw-proof, and kick-proof, the manufacturer says.
ms-31: Milgard's aluminum sliding patio doors come with low-E glass and mechanically joined corners that stay square and dry.
ms-31: Roppe rubber flooring tiles can be used to absorb and reduce noise and are made from recycled tires.
ms-31: Avonite's Studio Collection Frosted Glass solid surfacing emulates glass, concrete and metal and comes in a range of textures and colors.
ms-31: Stainless steel siding from Ideal Mechanical is durable and low-maintenance, according to architect Sebastian Mariscal.
graybeal architects: Richlite's paper-based surfacing is made from resin-treated paper that is pressed and baked into solid sheets. The material resists heat and stains, according to the company.
graybeal architects: Sandhill Industries' glass tiles are offered in numerous colors and sizes and are made from 100 percent recycled material.
graybeal architects: Le Décor lime plaster from TransMineral USA is made from natural lime and is free of acrylics and resins, the company says.
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graybeal architects: Vitraform's colored sinks are made from a double layer of laminated glass and come in two shapes and 12 colors.
graybeal architects: McNichols' perforated metal comes in various hole patterns, gauges, materials, and sizes. In this case, architect Doug Graybeal incorporated it into a stair rail.
nagle hartray danker kagan mckay penney: Penofin's Brazilian Rosewood oil penetrates wood, hardening and protecting individual fibers.
nagle hartray danker kagan mckay penney: Pittsburgh Corning's glass block comes in an assortment of patterns, shapes, and sizes and can be utilized to allow light into spaces while maintaining privacy.
nagle hartray danker kagan mckay penney: Architect James L. Nagle often uses lead-coated copper on home exteriors to make fireplace enclosures.
nagle hartray danker kagan mckay penney: Sub-Zero's refrigerator drawers can be integrated completely into the cabinetry and fitted with matching custom fronts. Part of Sub-Zero's 700 series, the drawers are 27 inches wide, 24 inches deep, and come as a set of two drawers that can be configured in...
michael g. imber, architect: Ann Sacks' glass mosaic tiles come attached to 12¾-by-12¾-inch netted sheets and work for pool surrounds and interior applications.
michael g. imber, architect: Deep Landing's handcrafted light fixtures have a “twist that indicates a new look for our generation,” says architect Michael G. Imber.
michael g. imber, architect: Hardware Renaissance's hand-forged strike-bar spring latches “create a fun interaction between user and home,” according to architect Michael G. Imber.
michael g. imber, architect: Farrow & Bell has used a raw material formula for its paints and wallpapers for more than 100 years and its paints' pure pigments emit very low VOC levels.
siegel & strain architects: PrimeBoard wheat straw engineered with formaldehyde-free, emissions-free synthetic resin produces a lightweight board that the company says is harder and more moisture resistant than other particleboards and MDF.
siegel & strain architects: Headwaters Resources fly ash cement comes from waste produced by coal-fueled power plants.
siegel & strain architects: U.S. Greenfiber's Cocoon insulation is made from recycled newspapers and can be sprayed in wet or blown in dry.
muse architects: G-U Hardware's Lift/Slide hardware system's parts are made from steel and zinc die casting. According to architect Stephen Muse, it permits the “effortless opening of multiple sets of large pocket doors.”
muse architects: Lennox Hearth Products' Superior TM-4500 prefabricated box and flue is one of the largest in the industry, according to the manufacturer. The 45-inch-wide clean-faced product features a realistic brick interior.
muse architects: Bevolo's gas and electric antique-style lights are fashioned from copper and brass and may be custom-made or adapted from some of the company's popular designs.
albertsson hansen architecture: Ikea cabinets feature ¾-inch-thick particleboard, aluminum and tempered glass doors, and nickel-plated hinges.