The Avalon collection won't transport you into Arthurian myth, but the flowing lines of the self-cleaning rain-can showerhead, Roman tub hardware, and arc faucet will complement real-world bathroom decor. Pieces are finished in polished chrome or brushed nickel. 19701 DaVinci, Lake Forest, CA 92610; 800-732-8238; http://www.pricepfister.com/.

True to their name, Quartz Surfaces countertops are 93 percent crushed quartz. Resistant to heat, stains, and scratching, these 3/4-inch-thick nonporous composite slabs measure 56 by 120 inches. The 40 standard colors range from understated Concrete to jewel-toned Ruby Reflections, with some available in a new honed finish. 11830 Sheldon Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352; 877-978-2789; http://www.caesarstoneus.com/.

Everyone at Milan's Salone Internazionale del Mobile may have been talking about the ornate Barock 'n Roll collection, but that's clearly not all that this company is capable of. Designed by newcomer Christian Ghion, Peau d'Ame combines a compact, rounded seat—fashioned from dense foam padding—with slim legs of chromed tubular steel. The 72 fabric and leather colors range from red to green to black. 11 Via Manzoni, 20121 Milan, Italy; 39-02-86-39-52-00; http://www.sawayamoroni.co/.

Verner Panton created the Relaxer 2, a simple-as-can-be crescent of a rocking chair, in 1974. This year, the design got a harlequin-patterned  makeover by the fashion house known for its intricate, sexy weaves. T&J Vestor, 716 Via Roma, 21010 Golasecca, Italy; 39-03-31-95-03-11; http://www.missonihome.com/.

Where contemporary lines and traditional comfort meet, you'll find the DS 20 sofa by Thomas Althaus. The chrome or aluminum legs, ergonomic beech frame, and adjustable arms and backrest can compete with the best 2005 offerings, while the quilting and patrician proportions add a timeless grace note. Available in several upholsteries and lengths. 2 Oberes Zelgli, 5313 Klingnau, Switzerland; 41-56-268-0111; http://www.desede.ch/.

This manufacturer and Maarten van Severen go back seven years and three numerals—his .03 chair was launched in 1998. Boasting a lower, more reclined profile than that of the upright .05, the latest version, .06, is cantilevered and slim of line, with an elegant silhouette of steel tubing. The  taut polyurethane molds itself to the sitter. 29 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10014; 212-463-5700; http://www.vitra.com/ .

Curved interiors at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart, Germany, gave UN Studio's Ben van Berkel the idea for Circle. This seating system-in-the-round comprises four components: Two of them form a semicircular sofa; add the other two, and the result is either a full circle or groovy S  shape. 25 Bahnhofstrasse, 71083 Herrenberg, Germany; 49-70-32-20-80; http://www.walterknoll.de/.

Vico Magistretti's Work chair for De Padova boasts all the expected bells and whistles: a 360-degree swivel radius, castors, height and cant adjustment, three arm-support settings, and an ergonomic polyurethane back and seat. What's surprising: graphics digitally printed on cotton or wool upholstery, in as many colors as the rainbow. Just the wink your office needs. 4 Corso Venezia, 20121 Milan, Italy; 39-02-77-72-01; http://www.depadova.com/

The Wave, a bench/ottoman with a curved front, echoes the gentle undulations of the sand dunes of the designer's native Israel. It comes with an aluminum-leaf base set onto 3-inch spheres. Custom sizes available. 74 Main Street, Tiburon, CA 94920; 415-435-5264; ruthlivingston.com.

There's nothing awkward or clunky about designer Pearson Lloyd's Turtle chair. Its organically shaped swivel bucket seat is composed of a supporting outer shell that encases an upholstered seating surface, all on a metal base plate or hub. 25 Bahnhofstrasse, 71083 Herrenberg, Germany; 49-70-32-208-250; walter knoll.de.

Think outside the box with the Loop office system from Sinetica. It includes desks, pedestals, cabinets, workstations, meeting tables, and end and link tables for conference setups—all with elegant curves. Wood or melamine tops and fronts come in 15 combined colors, and the aluminum legs are available in chrome or gray. 239 Notre-Dame Street West, Suite 301, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1T4, Canada; 800-939-7339; alteregosolutions.com.

The wall-mounted 6010T-TNG lavatory console consists of a transparent tempered-glass counter set atop glass brackets. The inset sink bowl is stainless steel—though glass is also offered. Brackets for the companion mirror and glass shelves are highly polished stainless steel. 424 Southwest 12th Avenue, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442; 561-274-2110; decolav.com.

The Weave table lamp, part of the manufacturer's Modwire Collection, is created from fiberglass strips (hand-dyed in ivory, red, or tan) that are woven into a nickel, brass, or powder-coated frame. The piece is also available as a pendant. 3009-A South Fourth Street, Austin, TX 78704; 512-445-6961; hiphaven.com.

There's plenty of room for maneuvering with the Arketto LED task light, thanks to its flexible swan-neck arm (wrapped in a woven textile in red, black, gray, or blue). It can be either surface-clamped or mounted on a spun- aluminum weighted base, while its specialized lens converts 90 percent of the LED lumens into an asymmetric light that doesn't produce glare from the source. 200 Clearbrook Road, Elmsford, NY 10523; 914-345-0067; luxous.com.

The Stand Up adjustable keyboard tray takes ergonomics a step further…up. The lightweight steel-and-nylon tray not only pulls out and down to sit comfortably in your lap, it also rises to the occasion when you do—as much as 12 inches. The piece retrofits to all existing keyboard trays and collapses to a height of one inch. 3904 North Texas Avenue, Bryan, TX 77803; 800-446-3746; igoergo.com.

These 6-foot-long, three-door cases can be configured as freezers, refrigerators, and wine cellars (or any combination thereof). The cabinet stands alone in its stainless-steel box or can be ordered with a galvanized jacket for installation under counters. 8300 West Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223; 800-558-5592; bringperlickhome.com.

The Waterblade faucet, wall-mounted in polished chrome or brushed nickel, comes with dual control handles. Matching shelves, 12 or 22 inches long, extend the faucet's horizontal plane. The collection also includes a wall-mounted tub filler, shower components, and a deck-mounted sink model. 2243 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL 60608; 888-522-2823; lacava.com.

The Vittorio Collection's damask designs blend silky viscose yarns with New Zealand wool for rich rugs in champagne, regal red, or mahogany brown. The rugs feature an overall tone-on-tone pattern subtly framed within a rectangular border that reverses the colors. 335 Summit Road, Eden, NC 27288; 800-848-2020; karastan.com.

These premium bull hides are vegetable- and chromium-tanned to produce a luxurious, tight-grain finish, and then heat-rolled and vacuum-dried to create a high, almost metallic sheen. With wear, Luxianna's finish will gradually exhibit a more tonal, vintage quality. Available in ten colorways. 1360 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY 14213; 800-342-7738; garrettleather.com.

These masters of ready-to-assemble furniture are back with the Barbarella table collection. The powder-coated steel bases (in ivory or sage green) of the side table and two coffee tables pack flat and fold into shape along perforated lines. Tops are offered in either walnut or rift-sawn white oak. 3236 California Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418; 612-782-1844; bludot.com.

The Walton carpet from the New Traditionals collection modernizes classic Oriental patterning. The melon color shines on a background of warm gray; both tones are rendered in hand-knotted Dandong silk dyed in small lots using colorfast European dyes. 578 Broadway, Suite 506, New York, NY 10012; 212-925-5383; fortstreetstudio.com.

The wide, asymmetrical rim of the ED.K400H steel sink is pre-drilled for single-hole faucets like Dornbracht's sleek Domani mixer. The glossy stainless steel–colored enamel surface of the bowl is advertised as virtually scratch-proof. Through Dornbracht, 1700 Executive Drive South, Suite 600, Duluth, GA 30096; 800-774-1181; alape.com.

Their simple cross bases and angled legs make Gala tables appropriate for both classic and contemporary spaces. The collection's side tables (with round or square tops) and coffee tables (with round, square, or oval tops) come standard in solid maple with 18 standard finishes. 321 Terminal Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548; 800-401-7877; cumberlandfurniture.com.

This California-based manufacturer's newest offering is the silk Celebration. It features sunbursts and explosions and is available in four rich colorways including Spring Mist and Desert Bloom. P.O. Box 1249, Sonoma, CA  95476; 707 935-0316. rodolph.com 

Zody features an asymmetrical lumbar support system developed from a study conducted by this manufacturer in association with Western Michigan University. Currently composed of up to 50 percent recycled material, eventually the chair will be cradle-to-cradle. 1 Haworth Center, Holland, MI 49423; 616-393-3000; haworth.com.