Each year, Design & Construction Week (DCW) sets the tone for where the residential construction industry is headed—and 2026 made one thing clear: performance and purpose are no longer separate from beauty.
Across the expansive show floors of International Builders’ Show (IBS) and the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), manufacturers unveiled products that don’t just meet code or follow trends—they anticipate how we want to live next.
From envelope innovations to interior finishes and connected technologies, this year’s standout products reflected a shared shift in priorities. Accessibility and universal design are increasingly becoming mainstream, with solutions that seamlessly blend beauty and function rather than signaling accommodation. Thoughtful hardware, adaptable layouts, intuitive controls, and barrier-free details prove that inclusive design can—and should—elevate aesthetics.
At the same time, resiliency is driving material science forward. Engineered solutions dominated the conversation, from fire-resistant sheathing and high-performance rainscreen assemblies to advanced siding systems and next-generation insulation. These innovations respond to escalating resilience concerns, stricter codes, and homeowner expectations for durability—without sacrificing design flexibility.
And throughout both shows, smart and automated home technology continued to blur the lines between convenience, safety, and adaptability. Integrated systems now support aging-in-place strategies and universal design goals, weaving intelligence into lighting, security, climate control, and even plumbing—often invisibly.
Together, the products that caught our attention at Design & Construction Week 2026 tell a cohesive story:
the future of residential design is inclusive, resilient, and intelligently connected.
Purgula presents The Best of the Best at DCW 2026:
- BlumSafe
- Cosentino Sensa Expanded Quartzite Collection
- Cranach Wellness Shower Systems
- Digs
- Euro-Wall’s Vista Glass Systems
- Nichiha
- Richelieu Electric Lift for Upper Cabinets
- Thermory USA Thermal Treated Wood
- TREMCO Waterproof Membranes & Sealants
- Vacuum Elevators by PVE
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1. BlumSafe Watch Winder Wall Safe
BlumSafe safes bring a unique blend of security, elegance, and everyday practicality to residential interiors. Designed to fit discreetly between wall studs or inside cabinetry, these wall-mounted safes maximize unused space while providing secure storage for watches, jewelry, cash, documents, and other cherished items.
The stylish BlumSafe concealment safe within the island of a large walk-in closet
Image courtesy of BlumSafe
Built with solid steel construction, thick welded seams, and advanced locking options like biometric fingerprint access or digital keypad, BlumSafes deliver protection equal to much larger safes—all without needing to occupy floor space. Interior modular components, such as watch winders, adjustable shelves, and jewelry drawers, let you tailor the storage to your collection and lifestyle.
With optional display doors or elegant concealment solutions, BlumSafe elevates what a home safe can look like: part functional security system, part refined storage element that complements thoughtfully designed spaces.
Two BlumSafe configurations were featured in the 2026 New American Home, demonstrating how well-suited their products are for the growing demand for smart, flexible, and hidden security in homes, for advanced levels of home safety and privacy protection.
Related Trends: Home Safety | Transformable Design | Luxury Design | Privacy | Home Wellness
2. Cosentino Sensa Expanded Quartzite Collection
The Cosentino Sensa Expanded Quartzite Collection was a true standout at KBIS 2026, earning the Best of KBIS Gold Award in the Style Statement: Bath category. This recognition highlights its exceptional aesthetic appeal, sophistication, and ability to elevate luxury interiors—particularly in bathrooms—while addressing practical demands in high-end design.
Cosentino Itara quartzite in a luxury kitchen with a strong biophilic essence
Image courtesy of Cosentino
As fans of natural quartzite’s timeless beauty, dramatic veining, and durability, we’re especially excited that Cosentino has expanded its Sensa protected natural stone lineup with this collection. It introduces six stunning new quartzite designs (Marau, Oihana, Itara, Araci, Ketzia, and Cristalo), each bringing high personality, personality-driven patterns, and rich visual interest that capture the authentic allure of natural stone.
What sets the Sensa line apart:
- Innovative SenGuard NK Protection: Cosentino’s exclusive, molecular-level anti-stain treatment (integrated during manufacturing) makes these surfaces remarkably easy to maintain—resisting stains, spills, and everyday wear without sacrificing the genuine look and feel of quartzite.
- Elegance Meets Durability: Ideal for countertops, vanities, walls, and more, the collection delivers premium sophistication with a certified 15-year warranty, blending timeless natural beauty with modern performance.
- Trend Alignment: It perfectly supports Easy-Maintenance (low-upkeep luxury), Home Wellness (healthy, non-toxic natural materials), and Resilience (durable against daily use), while offering the veining and character quartzite enthusiasts love—now more accessible and reliable through Cosentino’s expertise.
This expansion reinforces quartzite’s rising popularity in contemporary kitchens and baths. It’s a smart evolution for a material we already champion, making high-end, low-maintenance natural stone even more appealing for discerning projects.
3. Cranach Wellness Shower Systems
Cranach Wellness Shower Systems represent an innovative, science-backed approach to everyday home wellness, transforming routine showers into multisensory therapeutic rituals. Drawing from evidence-based principles of hydrotherapy, chromotherapy (color light therapy), and sound therapy, these premium shower setups integrate precision-engineered fixtures to support physical recovery, stress reduction, and mental balance.
Cranach Wellness Shower System showcased at KBIS 2026
Image courtesy of Cranach
Key features include:
- Hydrotherapy elements like multi-mode rain/massage showerheads, 360° body jets, handheld showers, and thermostatic mixers for consistent, anti-scald temperatures—promoting circulation, muscle relief, lymphatic flow, and contrast therapy benefits.
- Chromotherapy via integrated multi-color LED panels (up to 64 adjustable colors) with targeted wavelengths (e.g., red for circulation, blue for calming/inflammation reduction, green for anxiety relief)—controlled remotely or via wall interfaces for customizable mood and energy enhancement.
- Sound therapy through discreet, waterproof Bluetooth speakers that stream personalized audio (meditation, nature sounds, music) to lower cortisol, heart rate, and anxiety while boosting mood.
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Available in curated packages (e.g., Essential Wellness, Chromotherapy Wellness, Couple Wellness) or build-your-own configurations, these systems blend seamlessly into modern bathroom designs with durable, low-maintenance construction. They align strongly with wellness trends by making spa-like benefits accessible daily—fostering relaxation, immune support, faster recovery, and nervous system balance—without invasive tech or data concerns. Cranach’s emphasis on holistic, non-connected sensory immersion makes this a thoughtful, emerging choice for resilient, rejuvenating home environments.
Cranach Wellness Shower System running in massage mode
Image courtesy of Cranach
Related Trends: Home Wellness | Scent Therapy | Spa Bathrooms
4. Digs: Digital Twin Software for Construction
From pre-construction to long-term ownership, Digs centralizes every detail of the home in one intelligent, AI-powered system.
Screenshot of Digs 2D-to-3D AI-powered visualization collaboration tool
Digs is an AI-powered construction collaboration platform that transforms how residential builders, subcontractors, and homeowners plan, track, and hand off projects. Rather than relying on siloed emails, folders, and binders, Digs centralizes plans, documents, selections, and communication into one intelligent, intuitive workspace that keeps everyone aligned from pre-construction through warranty and beyond.
At its core, Digs creates interactive digital twin models of homes—converting standard drawings and PDFs into immersive 2D and 3D representations that serve as a single source of truth for project details. These digital twins give teams visual context for decisions during construction and provide homeowners with a rich, searchable, living record of their new home long after move-in.
Powered by AI tools like AskDigs, the software accelerates takeoffs, surfaces information instantly, and streamlines handoffs by delivering a complete home model with specs, manuals, and warranty info in just a few clicks. This blend of collaboration, visualization, and automation has been helping builders reduce errors, save time, enhance client communication, facilitate faster decisions, reduce rework, and eliminate inefficiencies, such as unnecessary site visits, while elevating the overall ownership experience.
The 2026 New American Home 2026 used Digs to document the prestigious project—delivering the first digital twin ever passed on to a TNAH homeowner! Digs’ 2D to 3D dollhouse with selection hot spots, as well as their AI chat AskDigs were also incorporated into the tour of TNAH at IBS 2026 in Orlando.
Digs’AI-Powered Platform for Builders, Collaboration, Warranties and Homeowner Handoffs
Related Trends: Digital Twins | Collaboration | Easy-Maintenance
5. Euro-Wall’s Vista Glass Systems
Euro-Wall’s Vista family of operable glass systems redefines seamless indoor-outdoor connections, blending sophisticated engineering with striking architectural impact. These premium aluminum-framed solutions—featuring Vista Multi Slide, Vista Fold (including multi-directional options), Vista Pivot, and complementary windows like Vista CT—enable expansive openings where panels stack, fold, slide, pivot, or combine for effortless reconfiguration. The results include: expanded living spaces; enhanced daylight; and stylish, precision views.
Euro-Wall Vista Multi-Slide Glass Door System open to a large patio deck
Image courtesy of Euro-Wall
Crafted with European-inspired profiles that prioritize clean sightlines and minimal framing, the Vista systems deliver contemporary elegance alongside exceptional performance. High-quality hardware, EZ Glide rollers (on select models), and robust construction ensure smooth, reliable operation even for large panels, while thermal breaks and advanced glazing options enhance energy efficiency, comfort, and resilience across diverse climates.
Ideal for residential and commercial projects seeking flexible space activation without compromising beauty or durability, Euro-Wall’s multi-slide, multi-directional, folding, pivot, and casement solutions create fluid transitions that maximize daylight, frame stunning views, and elevate the overall architectural expression of any opening.
Several of Euro-Wall’s Vista highly-flexible glass systems were incorporated into the 2026 New American Home.
Related Trends: Transformable Design | Resilience | Indoor-Outdoor Living | Curb Appeal
6. Nichiha: Fiber Cement Exterior Cladding Solutions
Nichiha delivers high-performance, architecturally versatile exterior cladding products engineered for durability, design freedom, and long-term resilience. At the heart of its lineup are fiber-cement wall panels and siding systems that mimic the look of natural materials like wood, stone, concrete, and metal, while offering the strength and reliability modern construction demands.
Nichiha showcasing some of their new cladding products at IBS 2026 in Orlando
Image courtesy of Nachiha
Built with an advanced rainscreen system and inherently fire-resistant fiber cement core, Nichiha products manage moisture effectively, resist rot, pests, and warping, and maintain color and texture clarity even in demanding climates.
With a broad array of textures, finishes, and sizes—from premium plank siding to large-format architectural wall panels—the brand empowers architects, builders, and homeowners to realize striking façades with minimal maintenance over decades.
During the manufacturing process, Nichiha’s wall panels can be treated with Nichiguard, an innovative self-cleaning coating that significantly reduces long-term maintenance by leveraging natural rain to keep the facade cleaner and looking better for longer. Instead of using hydrophobic (water-repelling) traits, Nichiguard relies on hydrophilic (water-attracting) properties:
- When water (rain) hits the surface, it spreads out evenly across the panel in a thin film rather than beading up and rolling off quickly.
- This spreading allows the water to get underneath dirt, dust, and other residues, lifting them from the surface.
- The flowing water then washes the loosened contaminants away naturally and effortlessly down the facade.
- In contrast, untreated or non-Nichiguard surfaces let dirt stay attached even after water exposure
Nichiha’s Miraia product was awarded the BIMsmith Best Award at IBS 2026. Miraia is a premium, high-gloss fiber cement cladding panel designed for modern, contemporary, and commercial projects, offering a sleek, reflective, and low-maintenance alternative to metal panels. Nichiha Miraia architectural wall panels in Onyx are featured in the 2026 New American Home 2026 to provide a sleek, modern, and reflective aesthetic in the expansive underground garage.
Whether specified for residential homes or large commercial projects, Nichiha’s cladding solutions blend aesthetic flexibility with engineered performance to support durable, beautiful building envelopes.
Related Trends: Easy-Maintenance | Resilience | Sustainability | Water Protection
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7. Richelieu: Electric Lift for Upper Cabinets
Richelieu’s VERTI 840 electric height-adjustable cabinet lift system is spotlighted as a wellness innovation, improving accessibility and reducing strain in kitchens—a great example of design supporting physical well-being. Richelieu places accessibility for all at the heart of everything it designs.
Richelieu’s VERTI 840 electric cabinet lift being lowered to the counter level
Image courtesy of Richelieu
Versatility is a key focus for Richelieu’s newest product introductions. From a kitchen cabinet that rotates 360-degrees—allowing contents to be concealed or displayed on demand—to a collapsible, compact table that effortlessly creates space for work, dining or entertaining, each innovation is thoughtfully engineered to adapt to today’s modern lifestyles. Richelieu’s new offerings deliver versatile storage solutions for the entire home, alongside purpose-driven designs for individuals with reduced mobility, elevating comfort, efficiency, and quality of life.
Through a new collaboration with Granberg—a renowned European manufacturer of accessible kitchen and living solutions—the company now offers the motorized lift for upper cabinets. A finalist for the prestigious Best of KBIS awards in the Wellness Trailblazer category, VERTI 840 helps users avoid stretching and straining. With a simple touch, the smart electric height-adjustable lift system smoothly, silently and safely brings cabinet shelves down to countertop level. Designed to integrate seamlessly into virtually any kitchen, VERTI 840 exemplifies Richelieu’s commitment to creating modern kitchens that are more ergonomic, flexible and universally accessible.
Related Trends: Assistive Technology | Aging in Place | Transformable Design
8. Thermory USA: Thermally Modified Wood
Thermory USA offers a premium range of thermally modified wood products that elevate both the sustainability and aesthetic appeal of architectural projects. Through a natural heat-treatment process that uses only heat and steam (no chemicals), Thermory stabilizes wood’s cellular structure to dramatically improve durability, dimensional stability, and resistance to decay—making it an eco-conscious choice for exterior cladding, decking, siding, and interior finishes alike.
The result is wood that’s not only built to last in diverse climates but also stunning in appearance, with rich, deep tones and refined textures that enhance contemporary and traditional designs alike. Thermory’s commitment to responsible sourcing and low-impact processing underscores its focus on sustainability, while its versatile profiles and finishes give designers and builders the freedom to achieve striking beauty with environmentally mindful materials.
View of the beautiful Thermory outdoor ceiling cladding in the 2026 New American Home, by the backyard pool area and outdoor kitchen
©2026 Ian Roth Studios, courtesy Pro Builder
The beauty of Thermory USA has been masterfully showcased in recent years of The New American Home, including this year’s home in Winter Park, Florida.
Related Trends: Easy-Maintenance | Resilience | Sustainability | Indoor-Outdoor Living | Biophilic Design
9. Tremco Waterproofing Membranes & Sealants
Tremco’s waterproofing membranes and sealants are engineered to deliver continuous, resilient protection across the building envelope—from foundations and plaza decks to walls, roofs, and critical transitions. Designed to defend against water intrusion, air leakage, and joint movement, these systems help architects and builders meet today’s elevated performance standards with confidence.
Security camera photo, taken in January 2025, of the massive basement of the 2026 New American Home, make possible with Tremco products and Alair Homes Orlando
Image is courtesy of TNAH and NAHB
The TREMproof® line of fluid-applied elastomeric membranes forms seamless, durable barriers that adhere to a variety of substrates, including damp or green concrete. For projects in challenging site conditions, TREMproof® Amphibia provides a self-healing, dual-membrane solution specifically engineered for high water table geographies. Its composite design combines a waterproofing membrane with a chemically enhanced bentonite layer that actively seals around penetrations and adapts to hydrostatic pressure—offering added security where groundwater exposure is constant.
Complementing these systems, Tremco’s high-performance polyurethane and silicone sealants ensure continuity at expansion joints, terminations, and façade transitions, maintaining flexibility and long-term weather resistance. Together, Tremco’s integrated membrane and sealant solutions create durable, watertight assemblies built to withstand demanding environmental conditions.
Tremco’s innovative products and materials were essential to the successful construction of the massive underground basement in The New American Home 2026 (TNAH 2026), in Winter Park, Florida, near Orlando.
Related Trends: Resilience | Waterproofing | Home Safety | Home Wellness | Responsive Materials
10. Vacuum Elevators by PVE
Vacuum Elevators by PVE are innovative, air-powered home lifts that redefine vertical mobility with sleek design and efficient operation. Using patented pneumatic technology, these self-supporting elevators move between floors by creating differences in air pressure—eliminating the need for cables, pistons, machine rooms, or pits, and enabling installation in as few as 1 to 3 days.
View of an elegant integration of a PVE Vacuum Elevator: an unobtrusive design that meshes perfectly with the style of the upstairs railing
Image courtesy of PVE
Designed for residential use, PVE models offer panoramic 360° visibility and a compact footprint that fits in tight spaces, making them ideal for both new construction and retrofit projects. They consume minimal energy (required only during ascent), boast low maintenance, and come in a range of sizes from single-passenger to three-passenger, including wheelchair-accessible versions.
Combining elegant aesthetics with eco-friendly performance and smooth, quiet operation, PVE Vacuum Elevators bring accessibility and modern luxury to homes seeking a stylish, functional vertical transport solution.
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Related Trends: Aging in Place | Transformable Design | Universal Design | Assistive Technology | Personal Mobility
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