This aerodynamic hybrid from Dyson combines a commercial lavatory faucet with a high-velocity hand dryer—drying hands in 14 seconds at the sink and eliminating the typical trail of water on the floor between basin and wall-mounted dryer or paper towels. Made of a corrosion-resistant stainless steel used for boats, the Airblade Tap is said to cost $48 a year to run.
The Dyson Airblade Tap is an all-in-one product that alleviates common maintenance issues in public restrooms by combining both handwashing and -drying functions in one fixture. Very smart. Erin Ruby full caption
Featuring a low-flow rate of 1.5 gallons per minute, this beautifully simple kitchen tap has an integrated pull-down spout that docks discreetly inside the neck for a more streamlined appearance when stationary. STō is available in chrome (shown), Spot Resist Stainless, and matte black finishes. full caption
Defined by a raised 3-high profile, Blanco’s Modex kitchen sink and workstation accommodates food preparation and cleanup tasks with a modest 20⅞-square sink cutout. Made of the company’s stonelike Silgranit II, said to be heat-, chip-, scratch-, and bacteria-resistant, the unit features an ash cutting board over a generous bi-angled drainboard and measures 47¼ x 23⅔. full caption
Having exploited the hexagon to shape previous installations and products, London-based designer Marc Newson created a collection of linear drains pierced with hexagonal cutouts for Infinity Drain. Made of 14-gauge stainless steel, the new grates come in fixed lengths from 32 to 60 and are available in five finishes: satin or polished stainless steel, Lifetime Oil-Rubbed Bronze, and matte white or black. full caption
Axor Citterio Kitchen Fittings The solid-brass body and spare utilitarian styling of Italian architect Antonio Citterios collection of kitchen taps for Axor (Hansgrohes high-end brand) is tailored for serious cooks. The designers latest offerings include two low-lead pot fillers in deck- or wall-mounted (shown) versions with a swivel range of 180° and an aerated spray, and a two-hole high-arc faucet from the sleek Citterio M line. Both are available in chrome or Steel Optik finishes. full caption