17 Innovative Products That Make The New American Home 2021 Exceptional

The New American Home program relies on innovative products that enhance the exterior and interior of the house and contribute to its overall comfort and performance. TNAH 2021 features several product solutions from members of NAHB’s Leading Suppliers Council(*), as well as other sponsoring companies and those that contributed, donated, or discounted products and services to support the project.

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LG laundry appliances

The laundry room in The New American Home 2021 includes *LG’s 24-inch Styler, a Wi-Fi–enabled steam clothing care system. The LG Styler refreshes clothing between dry cleanings, reduces odors, and is safe to use on more than 15 fabrics including wool, sequins, and linens. It can be controlled by a smartphone app and can work in as little as 20 minutes. Platinum partner

LG Hausys surfaces

Countertops and backsplashes in the home’s kitchen, bar, laundry room, and bathrooms were provided in an array of patterns by *LG Hausys. The company’s Viatera quartz comes in a variety of colors and styles to complement design aesthetics from contemporary to classic and industrial to modern, including Encore (pictured), a versatile quartz that balances warm and cool tones with charcoal, white, and a light, cool gray. Platinum partner

Signature Kitchen Suite appliances

The *Signature Kitchen Suite portfolio of luxury, built-in appliances are featured within the kitchen, with the centerpiece being the brand’s flagship 48-inch dual fuel pro range with multiple modalities including sous vide, induction and gas – all on the cooktop, an industry first innovation. The space is designed for today’s passionate Technicurean home chefs with key products such as a new 36-inch flex induction cooktop (pictured), advanced double wall oven and an integrated column refrigerator and freezer with precise preservation technologies along with the largest capacities in their respective classes. Platinum partner

LG Solar photovoltaic panels

*LG Solar’s LG 330W High Efficiency LG NeON 2 solar panels with 60 cells are backed by a performance warranty that guarantees a minimum power output of 86% to 88.4% after 25 years. LG NeON 2 panels are designed to be both durable and efficient, as well as aesthetically pleasing, with thinner wires that appear all black from a distance. Platinum partner

Kohler plumbing fixtures

*Kohler fixtures and finishes in the home’s kitchen and baths include DTV+, a digital thermo-static valve compatible with the Kohler Konnect control system in the primary bath shower (pictured). The Numi toilet, also in the primary bath, is Kohler’s most technologically advanced water closet and includes an LCD touch screen, built-in personal bidet function-ality and deodorizer, dual-flush technology, and a heated seat and foot warmer. Gold partner

Environmental StoneWorks stone veneer

*Environmental StoneWorks’ Osceola Clean Brick, part of the company’s Prairie Stone line of stone veneers, was used in custom lengths on the exterior of the house to deliver a clean, modern look and texture. Stone veneer delivers strength, durability, and a realistic appearance, reduces installation time and cost, and offers a range of design options for both exterior and interior applications. Silver partner

Garaventa Lift elevator

The Elvoron Home Elevator provided by *Garaventa Lift is quiet, comfortable, and energy efficient. The home’s elevator includes a premium door package with sliding hall doors and sliding interior doors. The elevator also features leather-panel side walls; natural, woven wallcovering on the back wall; a walnut stained-in-place wood floor in a chevron pattern; brushed stainless steel handrails; and white ceiling lights. Silver partner

Halo recessed lights

Recessed lighting throughout the home was supplied by Halo, a Cooper Lighting Solutions’ brand. Among Halo’s many products in the home is a 3-inch, ultra-thin, adjustable LED gimbal with a remote driver/junction (shown), which eliminates the need for a recessed housing, saving installation time. The home’s entire lighting system can be controlled using a smartphone app. Silver partner

Cabinets from Wellborn Cabinet

*Wellborn Cabinet’s Aspire line of frameless cabinets can be seen in the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry room, showcasing innovative pull-out organizers and other storage accessories. The line features a range of wood, decorative laminate textured veneers, and both high-gloss and matte acrylic doors to complement modern design trends. Silver partner

Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens

The Elements line of outdoor kitchens from Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens, a collaboration with Daniel Germani Designs, features a minimalist style that complements the home’s contemporary style. The cabinets are a bold Clementine color with a Dekton countertop and hood surround. Bronze partner

Clopay garage doors

The garage doors in *Clopay’s Avante line are fitted with tempered glass panels, filling the space with natural light during the day and delivering a dramatic effect at night when the garage lights are on. The door’s 2-1/8-inch-thick commercial-grade aluminum frame is designed for long-term resilience. Choose from 12 glazing options and several anodized or powder-coat finishes. Bronze partner

ClosetMaid closet storage

*ClosetMaid, which offers home storage and organization solutions for builders and consumers, provided a mix of closed and open shelving, as well as multiple closet rods for the walk-in closet of the home’s primary suite. The closets are from ClosetMaid’s MasterSuite series in a Washed White finish and feature solid wood drawers and industrial-grade engineered wood frames with a melamine finish. Bronze partner

LiftMaster garage door openers

The *LiftMaster Secure View 85503 garage door opener is a Wi-Fi–enabled product with superior lifting power, security features, and an integrated battery backup to operate the door during a power outage. Using the MyQ app, users can remotely control the entire system. Bronze partner

Phantom Screens outdoor screens

*Phantom Screens’ motorized retractable screens can open up or fully enclose covered outdoor spaces at the touch of a button, automatically with environmental sensors, or when integrated with a home automation hub. Concealed out of sight until needed, screens come in a variety of mesh styles and tints/colors, enabling homeowners to enjoy pest-free fresh air and delivering effective solar shading, privacy, and temperature control to create comfortable, all-season outdoor spaces. Bronze partner

Thermory wood surfaces

Thermory’s natural wood products are created from responsibly harvested white ash, Scotch pine, and spruce. The wood is then thermally modified using heat and steam, which increases its durability and stability for either interior or exterior applications, including cladding, decking, and porch flooring. Thermory’s Ignite, installed in the home’s second-floor lounge (shown), resembles traditional Japanese shou sugi ban charred wood, but was created using a modern flame-free technique. Bronze partner

VintageView wine storage

VintageView’s Wine Storage Systems label-forward wine racks include patented wine pegs that offer both secure wine storage and aesthetically pleasing design. The Vino Series Flex system, seen in a Golden Bronze finish in the home’s wet bar, can be wall-mounted at various angles and enables a streamlined installation process. Vino Series pegs can also be mounted directly to almost any surface, including drywall. Bronze partner

Watergen fresh water

The *Watergen Home Drinking Water Generator creates up to 8 gallons of fresh drinking water from the surrounding air, providing both great-tasting water and the environmental benefit of reducing harmful plastics, the company says. The unit requires only a standard household outlet—no plumbing or external water supply is needed. Bronze partner