10 New Home Products That Stopped Us in Our Tracks
Every March, our team makes the trip to Chicago for the Inspired Home Show (IHS), one of the biggest housewares trade shows of the year, where thousands of brands debut new products, innovations, and releases across every category imaginable, from kitchen and bath to bed, organization, and beyond. It’s essentially a first look at what’s about to land in homes everywhere, and we go each year to give you a sneak peek. After walking the floors of McCormick Place last week, we’ve rounded up the 10 new releases that stood out most — the ones that made us stop, look twice, and start clearing space for them at home.
Copco Over the Sink Colander Fridge Bin
The best organization products are the ones that do double duty without making you work harder, and the Copco Over-theSink Colander Fridge Bin is a perfect example. You can wash your produce easily by extending the handle to sit on the sides of your sink, let it air-dry, snap the lid and bottom right to the same container, and then slide the whole thing straight into the fridge — no extra bowls, soggy paper towels, or extra steps needed. We love an organization workhorse.
Pyrex Glass Food Storage Canisters
Some products earn their place on the show floor just by being exactly what they promise to be. Pyrex is a tried-and-true brand, and we were so excited to spot these gorgeous glass food storage containers. They’re airtight and clear, so your pantry will look and feel spick and span. If your resolution was to get organized and make the switch from plastic, look no further.
Kamenstein 18-Jar Tilting Spice Rack
There’s no “right” way to store your spices, but when we saw this nifty small-space solution, we immediately said “yes.” The tiered design is a great compact way to keep your seasonings organized, and I loved the way each shelf can rotate in and out to make locating your spice of choice much easier. I stopped at this one a lot longer than I expected to (which is why I felt it had to have a spot on this list). Sadly, it’s not out yet, but it will hit Amazon in June or July with 18 filled(!) spice jars and will come with five years of refill.
KitchenAid Collapsible Strainer
KitchenAid had a lot of very exciting items for the upcoming year (my lips are sealed!), but one that felt very on-brand for small-kitchen dwellers was this collapsible strainer. This thing does everything a full-size colander does, and then folds flat to slide right out of sight. It also comes in fun colors, which is just a bonus.
Duralex Manhattan Glasses
I have a soft spot for glasses that work just as hard at breakfast as they do at happy hour, and the Duralex Manhattan Glasses deliver. Tempered glass means these can actually handle daily life — the dishwasher, the occasional fumble, the kid who grabs things too fast. But they also look genuinely elegant, which is a harder combination to pull off than it sounds. I have a thing for vintage glassware, and while these aren’t vintage (yet), I think they could grow into a very treasured part of my collection. The brand currently has them available in clear, but the fun colors are dropping soon.
Napz Night Owl Chill-Rest Pillow
I’ve tested dozens of pillows over the years as a shopping writer, and it takes a lot of innovation to genuinely impress me. The Napz Pillow booth made a compelling case for the pillows of the future, with anti-snoring technology, foam pillows designed to rest comfortably between your knees, and innovative shapes and designs for those who sleep on their stomachs and sides. While this one isn’t out until later this year in the U.S., this has already launched in China and is a bestseller.
Clorox Anti-Slip Hangers
Clorox has cemented itself as a mainstay in the home, but this new launch caught our attention because it’s the first time the brand is diving into new hangers. We’ve all lost a silk blouse to the floor of the closet, and the Clorox Anti-Slip Hangers are a tiny fix that will make your whole closet feel more functional. Sometimes the upgrade you need isn’t a full renovation — it’s a better hanger.
YouCopia MagicTrack Turntable with Bins
A circular lazy Susan-type organization system is not new. This new rectangle turntable means it fills the corners of your cabinet instead of leaving dead space around it. Four clear, stackable bins keep everything sorted, and the whole thing spins on a patent-pending track that won’t hit walls no matter how close they are (pretty sure they use magic). It’s one of those ideas that seems obvious in hindsight, which is usually a sign that someone finally got it right.
Umbra Entryway Coat Rack
Umbra has a gift for making you care about the pieces of your home you’d otherwise overlook, and the Bellwood Coat Rack is a great example of that. The entryway is the first thing you see when you walk in the door and the last thing you see when you leave — it deserves more than a random hook from a hardware store. This slim stand is great for small spaces, but (as always) Umbra thought of everything and included hooks, shelves, and compartments for all the things you might need.
Ninestars Motion Sensor Trash Can
I did not expect a trash can to be one of the most crowd-pleasing moments of the Inspired Home Show, and yet, here we are. The Ninestars Motion Sensor Trash Can has a game-changing foot sensor that’s hidden within the bottom of the trash can, which means no accidental openings by pets or kids, and a truly hands-free way to dispose of trash when your hands are full of, well, said trash. This brand also had a whole slew of innovative trash cans we have our eyes on for the future.