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Sydney Harbour’s latest acrylic paints span the rainbow, with chic hues such as Chilli Coral and Pink Ginger. The interior/exterior zero-VOC offerings cost $110 per gallon.

sydneyharbourpaintstore.com , 310-652-2800

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Created for kitchen islands, the Sorpresa ceiling-mount range hood by incorporates built-in halogen lighting. It comes in black or white and measures nearly 20" in diameter; $2,000.

bestsorpresa.com , 800-558-1711

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Viking’s dual-fuel D3 range is available in 24 finishes, with customizable handle and knob options. Pictured is the stainless-steel version, measuring 37" h. x 30" w. x 25" d.; prices start at $3,500.

vikingrange.com , 888-845-4641

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Kitchen manufacturer Scavolini has launched a line of bathrooms, called Blu Scavolini. At right is the Rivo collection, one of six designs comprising sinks and vanities, wall shelves and cabinetry, and mirrors. Prices vary with finish and size.

bluscavolini.com , 011-39-0721-443-333

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Heavy Metal hardware by York Street Studio is bedecked with Swarovski Elements crystals. Shown in steel and also offered in an aged-gold finish, the items range from $44 for a .5"-dia. knob to $195 for a 4.5" h. x 1.75" w. pull.

yorkstreet.com , 800-967-5811

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The virtually silent Haiku ceiling fan by Big Ass Fans is available in four colors (black is pictured). Perfect for indoor and outdoor spaces, the 60"-dia. fixture starts at $825.

haikufan.com , 855-694-2458

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Atlas Homewares__’__ Avalon Modern house numbers make a Streamline Moderne–inspired statement. Produced in brushed nickel (shown) or oil-rubbed bronze, they measure 4.5" h. and are priced at $20 each. The collection also includes a doorbell and a knocker.

atlashomewares.com , 800-799-6755

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Dyson’s DC41 Animal vacuum self-adjusts its brush to cope with different surfaces, from hardwood floors to deep-pile carpet. The lightweight upright stands 42.5" h. x 13.5" w. x 15.5" d. and costs $600.

dyson.com , 866-693-9766

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Conceived by Piero Lissoni for Boffi__,__ the customizable Aprile kitchen is distinguished by sumptuous wood veneers designed to be paired with Corian or stainless-steel surfaces. Prices vary with finish and size.

boffi.com , 212-431-8282

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Recalling the work of Art Deco furnituremakers, Ann Sacks’s Shagreen tile collection luxuriously combines stingray skin with a border of water-buffalo bone; the tiles measure 4" x 5", 5" x 8", or 8" x 10" and cost $350 per square foot.

annsacks.com , 800-278-8453

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GE Café’s French-door refrigerator, a bottom-freezer model, features both a unique hot-water dispenser and a groundbreaking water-filtration system. Manufactured using eco-friendly cyclopentane foam, the stainless-steel unit boasts 29 cubic feet of storage and costs $3,000.

geappliances.com , 800-626-2000

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Made of cast limestone, the Haddonstone Classic fireplace was designed by AD100 architect Robert A.M. Stern . Measuring 52" h. x 77.5" w., it is offered in five finishes (Portland is shown) and is priced at $3,000.

haddonstone.com , 719-948-4554

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The Nanz Co.’s 6"-long Lucite pull with satin-brass fittings gives doors a touch of minimalist elegance; to the trade.

nanz.com , 212-367-7000

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Artistic Tile’s Elevations honed mosaic (left) and Seismic polished mosaic tiles make stunning high-relief surfaces. They cost $30 and $50 per square foot, respectively. Seismic comes in white, and Elevations is available in several shades.

artistictile.com , 877-237-4097

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Alno’s Alnostar Cera customizable kitchen gets its distinctive matte finish from a ceramic veneer. The all-natural material comes in three colors, including oxide nero (pictured). Prices vary with size.

alno.com , 212-688-8088

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The Total Control triple-oven range cooker by Aga Marvel has state-of-the-art touch-screen controls and can even be operated remotely. Available in rich colors (dark blue is shown), the cast-iron appliance measures 36" h. x 39" w. x 27.5" d. and costs $14,950.

agamarvel.com , 800-223-3900