Remodel Trends

If you find yourself in need of a residential elevator in your home, a pneumatic or “vacuum” system is the way to go. This system uses vacuum turbines to lift the cab up off the floor, eliminating the complexity that’s involved in adding a traditional elevator. Not to mention the wow factor of having this attractive and functional piece of “furniture” in your residence.
Jeff Brecko
Aurora Custom Remodeling

The new Eco-Friendly line from Executive Cabinets not only has stains, paints and coatings that are waterborne but the entire cabinet box is formaldehyde-free. This product has been very inter-esting to our customers who have allergy concerns. And it’s also very helpful for projects that are working towards a LEED certification level, qualifying for up to seven certification points.
Jane Sineway
Kitchen Design Gallery

We’ve had tremendous interest from customers in Bertazonni’s Professional Series gas and dual fuel burner ranges. They’re affordable compared to other commercial-style models and very beautiful, with a clean European look. The range is available from 30 to 48 inches and in more than a dozen colors, including stainless steel.
Michael Setzer
Setzer’s Appliances

Italian manufacturer Bertozzoni has captured elegance and function in its Professional Series stoves, which comes with multi-sector burner systems and cast iron grates. The sleek models are available in more than 10 different colors.

Therma-Tru—best known for sliding patio doors—has come up with a new line of doors inspired by Craftsman-style architecture. Whether it’s to dress up an existing exterior or bring a vintage touch to a new home, the polyurethane foam-core doors mimic the look of vertical grain wood, increase the insulation factor of your home and include a lifetime warranty.

Aluminum-frame LED panels—called Eluma—from Element Designs can be used for shelving, displays or backsplashes. And they’re a gorgeous way to add glam and color to kitchen or bar areas.

Door hardware is one simple way to dramatically change the look of any entrance. To size up your curb appeal, try these scrolled mega-pulls from Atlas Homewares, available in finishes such as polished chrome, burnished bronze or pewter.

Pair these non-fussy eclectic pulls—handcrafted? from 100 percent recycled material at the Aurora Glass foundry—with bright accents or a new shade of paint to complement any kitchen or bath.

Pneumatic elevators, such as this model from Daytona Elevator, are a great fit for a remodel. This system eliminates the need for a hoistway, which often requires altering the existing layout of a home, and instead uses vacuum turbines to lift the cab off the floor.