Bulky countertop appliances, tangles of lamp cords, dust-gathering fans—we used to think such eyesores were unavoidable. But our 2024 Domino Good Design Award winners in the Lighting and Appliances category show us that something as practical as a dishwasher can be a beautiful thing. These 10 newcomers are redefining what it means to flip a switch or hit that power button.
Dune Table Lamp
In Common With
$495
Not only can this adorable steel lamp be used to light up any outlet-less corner, its LED bulb also goes with the flow: The finial at the top is a decorative dimmer.
Crepe Sconce (medium)
RBW x Little Wing Lee
$545
The classic globe sconce got a fresh backdrop with this shade made entirely out of glass by Studio & Projects founder Little Wing Lee. Name a more perfect fixture for a wallpaper-covered room.
Gem Scarlet Shade
Tulip
$145
Intended to hide boob lights and any other sad-looking flush mounts with just a few Command strips and a magnetic shade, the launch of Tulip marked a win for renters everywhere.
Felix Sconce (price upon request)
Umberto Bellardi Ricci
Much of Umberto Bellardi Ricci’s work is inspired by the skyline of Manhattan, but this curled piece of solid brass also reminds us of all the dainty bows and ribbons we saw in 2024.
Terrene Pendant Lamp
Lulu and Georgia x Élan Byrd
$298
Miami-based artist and textile designer Élan Byrd skipped trendy scallops in favor of ever-so-slightly wavy rattan shades in her collaboration with Lulu and Georgia.
CustomFit ENERGY STAR Stainless Interior Smart Dishwasher
Café
$1,799
Move over sofas, the modular dishwasher has arrived. Slide the top rack aside to make way for tall items at the top, stick stemware alongside silverware in the bottom basket, and line up your cup lids and blender blades in the dedicated caddy that prevents water from pooling.
Bespoke AI Laundry Combo All-in-One
Samsung
$3,339
$1,999
This washer-dryer eliminates more steps than just the obvious one of transferring clothes. AI technology detects which items you’ve put in and how dirty they are, then auto-selects a cycle and dispenses the exact amount of detergent needed. Once everything is dry, the door will open on its own so your clothing stays fresh until you get a chance to take it out.
The Windmill Fan
Windmill
$79
$64
Even on the hottest summer day, Windmill’s small fan is mighty: It’s more powerful, smaller, and quieter than others in its category. Plus it comes in a cheery yellow and bubblegum pink.
KitchenAid Go Cordless System (from $25)
Amazon
All of these cordless kitchen gadgets, from a blender you can hold in one hand to a tiny vacuum for scooping up countertop crumbs, are powered by the one interchangeable, rechargeable battery.
Dream Cooker
Our Place
$199
Our Place’s Dream Cooker pressure cooks, slow cooks, sears, sautés, and keeps dishes warm without compromising on personality thanks to its colorful matte shell and minimal control panel.
