Recessed lights are installed above a ceiling so that the body of the light— the mechanism and wiring—is hidden in the ceiling with a flush bulb or lens.

The kitchen is a long sleek space.

Rising to a catwalk above, a huge glass-and-steel central stair envisioned by architect Filippo Caprioglio spans four floors of the Chiavellis’ newly expanded house.

The dining table in the open-plan space is custom, and the fireplace is from Napoleon.

Nanohifi’s sleek, modern speakers make their US debut this year, often sharing the clear, crisp notes of Pink Martini with wandering visitors.

The home’s previous owner’s father was one of the first wine importers to Denmark, and the cellar still contains some of his bottles, first placed there 40 years ago and now dusty, with obscured labels and decaying corks. The couple opens one once in a while—"they’re usually very bad, but sometimes very good," says Østergaard.

A sleek galley kitchen packs function and style into a small space.

SPINNING LIGHT BH2 Sleek, sexy, and understated, Hubert's very grown-up pendant lighting is actually inspired by a children's spinning top toy.

Available in two soothing colors, the Norm Dinner Plate is a simple piece of dinnerware that will communicate well with a variety of palettes. When Valentine’s Day is over, this plate can be used for everyday dinners and fancy parties alike.

Simple and fluid, the Spun Floor Light from FLOS fuses modern manufacturing with timeless craftsmanship. Designed by Sebastian Wrong, the Spun Lamp earns its name by its manufacturing—it is machined from a spun metal frame and diffuser.

Sleek and streamlined, THIN by designer Peter Bristol for Juniper is an innovative task light that generates the maximum amount of light while using minimal materials. The result is a powerful lamp that can produce over 500 lumens of warm white light while remaining modest in size. The ultra-thin body can be extended to three feet, allowing it to stretch over most work surfaces.

Just Venting Though a tight thermal envelope is critical to the E+ Home’s sustainability, Kolon’s heat recovery ventilation and air filtration systems (above the desk) help ease the load.

Sleek Architect’s Home (Sydney, Australia) Providing a modern update to the predominantly Victorian style of surrounding suburban homes in Paddington, this urban home is bathed in natural light during the day and offers the respite of a Japanese garden on property.Listing at Architect's Own Central Sydney Home

In this kitchen, the existing cabinets were updated with a coat of paint and topped with new Caesarstone countertops. The refrigerator, dishwasher, and mixer are from KitchenAid, and the cooktop is from GE.

Kajakhuset by In Praise of Shadows This “kayak house” is a sleek boathouse with a utilitarian interior that can be adapted for myriad other uses. Constructed like Legos from similar pieces of wood, the structure is capped by two glass doors.

The Cord Sleeper Series was designed by busk+Hertzog for Softline and is available as a full sofa or as a lounge chair. The Cord Sleeper Sofa is an innovative sofa bed that is designed to communicate with urban living—it has a slim profile and folds into a smaller footprint than typical double beds.

Heralded Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen originally created his iconic City Hall Clock for the Rodovre City Hall in 1956. Now being faithfully reproduced from Jacobsen’s original drawings by Rosendahl Copenhagen, the City Hall Clock’s monochromatic palette is encased in Chrome aluminum and curved crystal. The addition of Japanese Quartz Movement marries this classic design to contemporary precision.

The Skyline Dining Table from Seattle-based Hallbanger takes a minimalist silhouette and pairs it with interesting material details. Available in different wood finishes including maple, walnut, white oak, soaped ash, and black ash, the table features a simple tabletop that is connected to four flared table legs with chrome, brass, or powder-coated metal.

Sleek and streamlined, THIN by designer Peter Bristol for Juniper is an innovative task light that generates the maximum amount of light while using minimal materials. The result is a powerful lamp that can produce over 500 lumens of warm white light while remaining modest in size. Shown here in waxed brass, this task light will add sophisticated function to a desktop.

The Picto Watch is a distinctive timepiece that is at once minimalist and graphic. Comprised of a monochrome case and band, the Picto is the first watch that was created based on a rotating disk principle. Designed by Steen Georg Christensen and Erling Andersen, the watch is meant to be a “picture” of time. As such, the watch communicates time not by the traditional movement of hands, but instead by a rotating watch face. This watch is also available in all black, red, and black with stainless steel.

“The structural elements were left rough and exposed while the baths were designed to be clean and sleek,” Severns says. The bathroom is by Henrybuilt.

Ditch that old nylon duffel. This streamlined, heavy-duty canvas duffel bag is roomy, without being too bulky. It features handles and a shoulder strap, and is available in a sailor stripe pattern as well as a cool, solid black.

The kitchen has views to the historic main entrance and features lacquered cabinets and an integrated wooden niche custom-designed by the architects with GD Cucine. Matching Corian countertops and an integrated sink maintain a minimal aesthetic alongside appliances by Gaggenau and Miele.

Sleek frosted glass sliding doors partition off the back sleeping loft for privacy without impeding light. They also lend the space an ethereal demeanor, which is echoed in the translucent curtains made of parachute fabric from ParaGear.

A closet features sleek built-in storage.

And downstairs, the only Conran shop in America, chockablock with sleek modern furniture and lighting.

One of the highlights is the sleek, wood-burning fireplace.

The bathrooms are reminiscent of a luxe spa with sleek fixtures and soothing amenities like a soaking tub.

A peek into the sleek, spacious kitchen, featuring floor-to-ceiling sliding doors.

Sleek cabinetry extends from the kitchen into the dining room for extra storage.

In the kitchen, buffed concrete floors, chrome globe lights, and a fleet of Bertoia chairs comprise a sleek backdrop for quirkier pieces like the marble-topped wooden tables from a Catholic school, snagged at a local flea market. The secret to the spare, uncluttered shelves? A dispensa, or walk-in pantry, down the hall. “We hide everything we don’t want to see,” Sticotti explains. “We don’t want to have to look at brands.”

A simple color palette of gray, white, and brown gives the home a sleek, Scandinavian-inspired vibe.

Sleek black cabinetry contrasts beautifully with the home's richly textured wood accents.

A sleek ceiling fan and matching accent lights blend into the dark wooden background in this tropical hideaway.

The kitchen is fitted with sleek metal hardware, high-gloss white cabinetry, and a spacious kitchen island that doubles as a breakfast counter.