Inspired by mid-century gate valves and garden hoses that used to be prevalent in New York City, the Brooklyn Collection represents true industrial chic. Designed by Incorporated NY Architecture & Design, the line is made from solid brass and features ceramic disk cartridges. It’s available in a full offering of bath faucets and accessories and 35 finishes. Watermark Designs, 718.257.2800;
http://www.watermark-designs.com/.
Ventstar's ColorTouch Thermostat
ColorTouch allows slideshows and screensavers.
Kaldewei USA's Conoflat
The Conoflat shower tray is slim enough to sit level with a bathroom floor.
GE's hybrid light bulb combines halogen and compact fluorescent technology.
CalStar Products' eco-friendly brick
CalStar eco-bricks require 85 percent less energy to produce.
Mortairvent RFI allows masonry cavity walls to breathe.