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Richelieu Debuts Smart, Stylish, and Accessible Innovations at WMS 2025

Redefining the future of design, next-generation concepts fuse technology, elegance, and practicality into every detail

(Montreal, Canada, November 12, 2025) Richelieu Hardware proudly presents a dynamic array of new, design-forward innovations at this year’s Woodworking Machinery and Supply Conference and Expo (WMS). Held November 12-14 at the Toronto Congress Centre, WMS is Canada’s leading marketplace for woodworking professionals,  connecting top manufacturers, designers, and suppliers from across the globe. At this year’s event, Richelieu showcases a lineup of cutting-edge hardware systems, decorative panels, lighting, and smart security technologies—all designed to enhance accessibility, efficiency, and aesthetic appeal in residential and commercial spaces.

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Richelieu Unveils Innovative Open Storage Solutions that Elevate Modern Living Spaces

Stylish, smart and visually striking systems built for open-concept interiors—in the kitchen, living room, closet and beyond—meet the growing demand for modern, functional design


(Montreal, Canada, October 7, 2025) Richelieu Hardware expands its selection of innovative storage solutions with a comprehensive range of new open storage systems. Designed to meet the evolving needs of modern interiors for both commercial and residential concepts, the new systems redefine open-concept organization. With the rising popularity of open-concept living, designers, architects, builders, and homeowners are seeking flexible, visually appealing solutions that prioritize accessibility, aesthetics and smart space management. From the boutique-inspired VERTIKO storage system and the LOGO III modular closet system to the YOUK ladder-style shelving units and modular LIBERTA system with interchangeable pieces for floor-to-ceiling storage, these new lines speak directly to this trend.

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Richelieu Introduces Elegant Grey Finishes for Modern Kitchen Interiors

New Dark Grey and Anthracite options add timeless sophistication to storage systems and accessories

(Montreal, Canada, August 29, 2025) Richelieu introduces an array of kitchen storage systems and accessories available in an elegant palette of grey finishes. A warm and calming Dark Grey finish elevates popular elements such as the AXIAL drawer box system, while a sleek Anthracite finish adds style to products like LIRO pull-out systems, OPTIMIZ-R drawer boxes, and the retractable iMove system, which brings items stored in upper cabinets down to eye-level. While white interiors have long been a mainstay in European-made kitchen cabinetry, grey is quickly becoming a signature neutral that offers a clean-feeling aesthetic and timeless appeal. With grey interiors, the inside of kitchen cabinets can now look just as good as the outside.

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