Building in 2022: Ideas from IBS, KBIS & Beyond

by Rachel Lyon & Tammy Crosby, Editorial Director & Editor-in-Chief for The House Designers

Building season will soon be upon us and now's the perfect time to get to know some of the latest and greatest new home products available! There's a lot to discover between the International Builders’ Show (IBS), Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), and product launches coinciding with the start of spring—here are some of the great things we've seen so far!

A Beautiful Entry with a Built-In Storm Door

Gone are the days of trying to match a storm door to your entry! Therma-Tru® has partnered with LARSON® to offer a purposefully designed, 2-in-1 integrated storm and entry door system that provides outstanding performance and a complementary finish that looks great on the façade. Available for most 6'8" single doors across multiple product lines, the Impressions™ system simplifies ordering without limiting your style options!

Model: Impressions™ Integrated Storm & Entry Door System from Therma-Tru® in Partnership with LARSON® | Coming Soon!

A Cooktop for Faster Cooking and Cleaning

Want a more innovative kitchen? Look into induction from Whirlpool®! Faster than coil, glass-top, or even gas, induction cooktops use electromagnetic energy to heat cookware directly—an efficient process that heats pots and pans yet keeps the cooking surface cool. That means you can safely touch it at any point, and spills won't burn on. Select Whirlpool® models offer assisted cooking functions for more precise boiling and frying!

Model: Whirlpool® 30-Inch Induction Cooktop | $1,729.00 MSRP

Durable & Sustainable Click-In Wood Cladding

Applying natural wood to a home's exterior can be tricky, but it doesn't have to be! Kebony® now offers cladding specifically designed to work with the Grad™ Mini Rail system, an aluminum track that snaps boards securely into place and provides built-in rainscreen space to further reduce installation time. It couldn't be easier to outfit your home with beautiful, sustainable, and extremely hard-wearing Kebony® cladding!

Model: Grad™ for Kebony Rainscreen Cladding System | Contact for a Quote

A High-Efficiency Water Heating Upgrade

Thinking of upgrading your water heater? The Rheem® Professional Prestige® Series Condensing Tankless Gas water heater makes an easy high-efficiency upgrade. It saves money and space while delivering continuous hot water when you need it. This ENERGY STAR® certified option reduces energy use up to 30% compared to a standard tank-type gas water heater and qualifies for available local utility rebates and tax credits. With a compact design and industry-best side clearance, it can also fit in tight spaces like a closet!

Model: Rheem® Prestige® Series Condensing Tankless Gas Water Heater | Price Varies by Model Selected

A Chic Matte Finish for Modern Garage Doors

More homeowners are opting for modern finishes these days, so Clopay® has expanded the design options of their Modern Steel™ garage doors. A low-gloss paint finish, Lustra is applied over a completely smooth 24-gauge steel surface and comes in three colors—black, charcoal, and silver. Matte fixtures have made their mark on interior design in recent years, and now you can extend that aesthetic to your exterior!

Model: Clopay® Lustra Modern Steel™ Doors | Contact for a Quote

A Fresh Color Blend for a Popular Stone Profile

Stacked Stone from Eldorado Stone is popular for a few reasons—the crisp lines and rugged texture suit both traditional and modern schemes, it comes in a panelized format for quick installation, and it has plenty of color options. The new Koryak Ridge blend brightens spaces with a mix of white and ivory tones peppered with warmer hues. With an effect like dappled sunlight, this makes a great choice for biophilic design!

Model: Eldorado Stone Stacked Stone in Koryak Ridge | Contact for a Quote

Large Span Skylights for a Brighter Interior

If you want a more efficient home, look into skylights! VELUX® puts a focus on efficiency so you can maximize natural light without affecting thermal performance. SkyMax skylights are ENERGY STAR® certified and come in sizes up to 35 sq. ft.—with a max 10' span—to really bring the sky inside. They make a statement whether installed alone or in series, so think about the parts of your home that could benefit from this breadth!

Model: VELUX® SkyMax Skylights | Contact for a Quote

Beautiful Kitchen Faucets Full of Features

The Monrovia™ Kitchen Collection from Delta® offers a softer take on contemporary style with uncomplicated curves and a chic handle for balance. These pull-down kitchen faucets have great form as well as function—they come with Touch₂O® Technology, MagnaTite® Docking, a 360° swivel, and DIAMOND Seal® Technology, which ensures a lifetime of reliable performance. You also have your choice of four finishes, including three Lumicoat™ finishes that repel liquid to resist water spots, mineral buildup, and hard water stains.

Model: Delta® Monrovia™ Single Handle Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet in Arctic Stainless | $526.00 MSRP

Customizable Shaker-Style Cabinetry

If you're in the market for traditional or transitional cabinets, take a look at Kitchen Cabinet Distributors™. Not only do they offer quality cabinetry at a great price point, but their collections come in a variety of neutral tones and they can customize your order with the Sherwin-Williams® color of your choice. We love the Shaker style because it's so versatile, but you can't go wrong with any of these series!

Model: Kitchen Cabinet Distributors™ Shaker Premier Series in Sand | Contact for a Quote

Copper Tubs That Make a Statement

With a name like Sinkology™, you might be surprised to know that they also offer bathtubs! Made of 14-gauge solid copper, these tubs are hand-hammered and hand-finished for a beautiful antique look that won't develop patina thanks to a special coating. Perhaps best of all, they're made to match the copper sinks Sinkology™ is known for. It doesn't get much better than that if you want a bathroom with warm metals!

Model: Sinkology™ Heisenberg Copper Bathtub w/ Overflow | $2,199.00 MSRP

A Powerful, Highly Certified Air Purifier

Indoor air quality continues to be a major concern, but you can mitigate the worry. The Brondell® Pro Sanitizing Air Purifier with AG+ Technology by Aurabeat carries 16 certifications including those by the FDA, EPA, and CARB. It has been independently tested and proven to capture and eliminate over 99.9% of airborne COVID-19 and influenza viruses thanks to an internal UV lamp and a plasma generator that doesn't produce any ozone!

Model: Brondell® Pro Air Sanitizer | $699.99 MSRP

Quartz Countertops in Soothing Natural Tones

The new Pebbles Collection from Caesarstone® offers five neutral, nature-inspired colors that provide a breath of calming fresh air to interior design. Ranging from off-white to medium grey, these countertops show subtle lacing through each monochromatic base, creating a solid yet gently dynamic visual effect on the surface. Quartz is amazingly durable, too, so you can relax knowing they resist scratches, stains, and more!

Model: Caesarstone® 1001 Riverlet | Contact for a Quote

Stylish Modular Seating for a Custom Living Space

Check out CITY Furniture when it comes time to furnish a house! They offer pieces for every room, but their living room seating is particularly popular among consumers. The Nixon Collection, for example, includes sofas, sectionals, chairs, and tables that allow you to build the perfect configuration for your space. Available in white and gray and made for both comfort and durability, this furniture will suit most households and design schemes!

Model: CITY Furniture Nixon White Modular Sectional | Price Varies by Components Selected

Building in 2022: Ideas from IBS, KBIS & Beyond

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