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we admit that $30 is a lot to pay for a light bulb, but the plumen 001 is the world’s first designer, low-energy light bulb. unlike the typical designer fluorescent fixture with tight swirls, this one has a more fluid form, but it will still save your buyers up to 80% on energy bills. www.plumen.com.

10 Stylish Lighting Products for $50 or Less

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Taking Business to the Cloud

Cloud-based construction software allows builders to run their business from anywhere...

Editor's Picks 2012

Builder products editor picks his favorites of 2012.

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Kitchen Trends that Bring the Heat

A hot orange finish from Bertazzoni, hot water through the fridge door, and a clever solution for wall oven installation are among the latest trends in kitchen appliances.
Weather Shield Aluminum Clad Windows

The aluminum clad Signature series by Weather Shield improves durability and longevity of the windows, while featuring traditional aesthetics.
Merillat Universal Base Table

This universal base table from Merillat offers an easily accessible workspace.
Owens Corning Energy Complete Sealant

The high-performance sealant by Owens Corning is designed to combat energy loss through vulnerable gaps in the building envelope.
Paslode Cordless Nailer

Cordless convenience and a lithium-ion battery free up Paslode’s new framing system.

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ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST DESIGN SHOW

California Closets
The closet manufacturer’s Tesoro Collection of finishes features rich wood textures in a variety of patterns that eevoke the fashion industry. Options include Corsican Weave, which offers the look of a herringbone jacket; and Cappuccino. www.californiaclosets.com.

13 Products Offering Luxury Appeal, Cutting-Edge Design

Take a sneak peek at some of the high-end offerings to be featured at this year’s...

Top-Notch Products From the High End

Check out our finds from Day 1 at the Architectural Digest Home Design Show.

the scandinavian inspired but american-made bornholm kitchen is a new line of solid wood and wood veneer cabinets, islands, and vanities. each order is custom designed and built from walnut and rift oak and given a voc-free finish. www.bornholmkitchen.com.

Top-Notch Products From the High End—Part II

More of the latest from this year’s Architectural Digest Home Design Show.

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Universal Design Products Get Gorgeous in New Orleans
Several new products from 2013 KBIS bring a more appealing look to universal design.
Editor's Pick: Disappearing Drain
The new StyleDrain Tile offers the illusion of water disappearing into the floor.
Editor's Pick: Panasonic Beefs Up Its WhisperGreen Bath Fans
New models offer LED illumination and a revolutionary DC motor that uses only 7.5 Watts.

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Flooring

Solutions for Cracked Ceramic Tiles
Tile isn't flexible, so don't ask it to bend or stretch.
Called on the Carpet: NyloDeck Decking
Without wood or PVC, this company uniquely makes decking from recycled carpet fibers.
Tiles, Textures, and Frits Seen at Cevisama 2013
The annual convention in Valencia, Spain, showed that nearly any design and decoration is possible on ceramic tiles with the help of advanced printing capabilities and ingenuity.

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Electrical and Lighting

Light Integrated Trim by Keeler
Boost your ambient lighting with LED-powered trim.
Solid-State Lighting has a Bright Future in Residential Architecture
LEDs have entered the residential market, giving architects an array of good—and bad—options.
German Company Makes Glow-in-the-Dark Concrete
Yes, it's true: glow-in-the-dark concrete now exists, thanks to German-based manufacturer Kann and its NightTec Leuchtsteine pavers.

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Cabinets

New Products from KBIS 2013
From a unique outdoor grill to a new way to market your business, the 2013 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show was full of surprises.
Here's a Kitchen Built for Two Cooks, With a Clever Island Besides
Making the most of the existing footprint and incorporating the pantries creates space for two cooks.
Results From J.D. Power and Associates' 2013 Kitchen Cabinet Satisfaction Study
Some new trends emerge from the company's annual survey tracking consumer's kitchen cabinetry purchases.

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Countertops

Here's a Kitchen Built for Two Cooks, With a Clever Island Besides
Making the most of the existing footprint and incorporating the pantries creates space for two cooks.
A Modern Hearth
Clean lines plus hand-hewn details make for a beautiful place to cook.
On Lopez Island, Wash., Greene Partners weaves a custom kitchen into a great room
A Washington state custom kitchen is knit seamlessly into its surrounding spaces.

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Green Products

Product: Zoning System from Lennox Industries

The system maximizes energy efficiency by restricting heating and cooling in seldom-used rooms.
New Name, Same Purpose at NAHB Research Center

The NAHB Research Center hopes rebranding itself as the Home Innovation Research Labs will help to better communicate its mission.
Rheem Condensing Water Heater

With an Energy Factor of 0.80, the unit sets a new standard for energy-efficient residential water heaters.

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Tools and Equipment

Paslode Cordless Nailer

Cordless convenience and a lithium-ion battery free up Paslode’s new framing system.
Bad Dog Biter Sheet Material Cutter

This drill-mounted sheet material cutter handles tough jobs in tight places.
Milwaukee Electric Tools' FUEL drill/driver

The FUEL drill/driver incorporates three technologies that make it run 10 times longer.

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Product Videos

Mesh Screen Thwarts Bugs and Burglars

Watch BUILDER's products editor take a baseball bat to the impenetrable new product.

Cusato and Royal Team Up on Trim

The home design guru and products manufacturer are offering nine trim packages to make exterior detailing easier.
A Saw You Have to See

This new mini saw promises faster, neater, and easier plunge cuts in most materials.

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