Inspired by 1970's wall reliefs, the square base of the Rex table lamp features sand dollar–like discs on a tactile, gouged ground. Made of cast resin, it comes in a gesso, architectural bronze, or gunmetal finish and with a shade in cream faille or black or white paper. P.O. Box 841, Milford, PA 18337; 570-296-3900; salgadosaucier.com.

Hung alone or as part of a luminous constellation, the Helios pendant is guaranteed to be the brightest star in the room. Bubbles of hand-blown glass within an external orb scatter light in concentric circles. Helios is made from partially recycled glass, recyclable aluminum, and bamboo and comes in seven colors. 24 Fifth Avenue, Suite 709, New York, NY 10011; 212-475-0479, x2; jgooddesign.com.

Chip Cheatham's three-drawer kamagong wood–and–pandan chest adds a note of texture to simplicity. It is faced with woven raffia within a frame of dark kamagong, a Philippine rosewood—great for homes and hotels alike. 99 Armour Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324; 800-334-8701; piercemartin.com.

Unlike the swimsuit, the Bikini chair module flatters any room. This origami-esque system starts with a single square pouf that flips and folds to create myriad seating arrangements. Elastic straps link the components. The unit's pine frame is padded with stress-resistant foam polyurethane and polyester fibers, and the cotton cover is removable. Colle Val d'Elsa, Zona Ind. Le. S. Marziale, 53034 Siena, Italy; 39-05-77-92-9400; ferlea.com.

Chinoiserie of the 1930's melds with 1920's surrealism in the Rachimaninoff armchair. Part of a 40-piece collection, the chair can be covered in this unique cotton print (produced specially for the fair) as well as in a choice of five fabrics, leather, and custom. It's 34 inches wide by 37 inches deep by 25 inches high. 97 Greene Street, New York, NY 10012; 212-334-1271; armanicasa.com.

Like a carved-ice swan at a high June wedding, Marcel Wanders's Ballerina chair is rich in sentiment and sweetness. A spin on the traditional bistro chair, the heart-shape iron back is offered in three finishes; the skirt comes in black, white, and, of course, red. 8 Via Cavallotti, 20122 Milan, Italy; 39-02-7602-3954; baleri-italia.com.

A high-style perch on chilly winter nights, Ola Rune's Igloo lounge chair may have you settling in until spring. Foamed polyurethane housed within a stiff shell keeps the cushions plump, and the 30-inch-high chair stands on a chromium-plated steel base. It can be upholstered in Cappellini's standard leathers or fabrics in such colors as magnolia, sun, cherry, and mango. 35 Via Marconi, 22060 Arosio, Italy; 39-031-75911; cappellini.it.

Translucent white bone china is the substance behind the spinelike Nexflex T rotating lamp. Standing 15 inches high with a 6-inch-diameter base, it takes a 1-by-49 GP lamp. 170 Via Monte Maddalena, 25075 Nave Brescia, Italy; 39-25-38378; monnalisadesign.com.

The Slim 01 lounge chair is handwoven from a natural mixed rattan core and is offered unfinished or stained in four colors: natural, turquoise, white, and coffee. Cushion fill options are different densities of polyurethane foams, Dacron, and down. It measures 39 inches wide by 26 inches high. Two-, three-, and four-seat sofas, a slipper chair, lamps, and three bed styles complete the collection. Zona Industriale Udinese, 33050 Pavia di Undine, Italy; 39-043-265-6611; gervasoni1882.com.

This armchair's name, Kaza, is Swahili for "embrace." You'll sure feel cozy surrounded by its textured leather. Label also offers the chair in numerous fabrics, including a selection of bright wools, as well as custom. The matte-chromium sled base provides just the right amount of flex. P.O. Box 5790, 4801 ED Breda, The Netherlands; 31-76–572-2450; label.nl.

Get back in the saddle—in a minimalist way, of course—with the whimsical Cowhide bench. Available in brown and white or black and white, it is hair-on hide, with a nickel-plated and cold-rolled-steel frame. Length is 72 inches, depth is 14 inches, and height is 18 inches. 26 Varick Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-941-8888; sublimeamericandesign.com.

From the patio or the den, survey summer's progress while relaxing on the Adagio collection's chaise longue. As with other components of the collection, the chaise's teak frame comes in two classic finishes of natural teak and driftwood. Teak oil provides a protective UV inhibitor. 614 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805-965-6535; giati.com.

Forget the rose-colored glasses and direct your gaze at the Strap coffee table. A panel of tinted glass, available in a rainbow of hues, sits atop a brushed-stainless-steel base and shelf. The standard table measures 40 inches square, but custom sizes are easily accommodated. 46 Waltham Street, Showroom 210, Boston, MA 02118; 617-556-2699; boxxdesign.com.

Clean lines rarely look as sumptuous as they do in the Grand Box cabinet. Its wengé-wood surfaces are finely detailed in English sycamore; its slim, polished-aluminum legs add refinement. 979 Third Avenue, Suite 407, New York, NY 10022; 212-838-9444; dakotajackson.com.

Founder and creative director Lorraine Statham's new monochromatic Plains carpets include unexpected accents like Swarovski crystals or felt. Her Felt20 design offers up cheerful polka dots of chunky felted yarn that leap out of a traditional cut-pile New Zealand wool background. Through DesignTex, 200 Varick Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10014; 800-221-1540; dtex.com

Astrid de Saint Anthost left the fashion world of Paris to try her hand at textile design in Astoria, Queens, and in no time developed a white-hot reputation. Her latest creation, Grisbouillis, is, like most of her designs, available in seven colors on all seven weaves she offers, including velvet, leather, cotton, linen, and even silk. 21-79A 24th Street, Astoria, NY 11105; 718-267-8907; lestudioanthost.com.

From Brooklyn's dynamic natural-fibers duo, Grasscloth adds subtle texture and interest on its own, or can serve as the ground for custom prints. It comes in aqueous and earth tones: Blanche, Cacao, Chanterelle, Chlorophyll, Grenadine, Natural, and Neptune. 60 Montague Street, Number 6C, Brooklyn, NY 11201; 888-222-3036; shoptwenty2.com.

From a design stalwart, a new way to glamorize walls. Genuine shell is hand-laid onto tiles measuring one by two feet; when the tiles themselves are laid, the seams, which are deliberately offset, blend and lose prominence, so the effect is one of continuous luster. Mother of Pearl is easy to clean and also available in Natural Gold and white. 1730 West Greenleaf Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60626; 773-465-6909; mayaromanoff.com.

Four new additions to the popular Philosophy collection for the healthcare market, Bamboo Path, Sound Track, Block Party, and Water Garden are graphic designs executed in 17 sorbet and pastel colorways. Each possesses a soft bi-tonality that suggests watercolors (all four are designed to promote psychological wellness). Woven of 100 percent Avora FR polyester. 110 North Centre Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570; 800-727-6770; carnegiefabrics.com.

From a long-revered Finnish mainstay comes a new pattern from designer Nora Fleming. Hevoskastanja, a graphic floral print in cotton, executed in a springtime-ready combination of black, white, and olive green, is overlaid for textural interest but is still simple, pure, and cheery in the tradition of all Marimekko prints. P.O. Box 3151, Sag Harbor, NY 11963; 888-343-7285; txtlart.com.

Get a grip with this source for finely finished Italian hardware. The minimalist A2025 satin stainless-steel pull, one of four new designs this year from veteran collaborator Antonio Citterio, is incised with a tactile micro-grid of grip-enhancing diagonal grooves. 150 East 58th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10155; 877-326-2565; vallievalli.com.

For the animal lover who secretly pines for leather: Designer Fumiaki Odaka's new tabletop collection, Placemat One, re-creates the look of leather using cellulose, viscose, and cotton. Specially woven in Italy, the mats are available in four weaves and 22 colors, all created with 100 percent natural dyes. 172 East Fourth Street, Number 4B, New York, NY 10009; 212-614-9479; fumidesign.com.

Functionality meets high style with the Scaffale & Carrello outdoor shelf and trolley. These pieces use rust-resistant, epoxy-treated aluminum and water-repellent, UV-resistant teak. This collection also includes matching café tables, dining tables, and seating. 4 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116; 888-247-9909; bisbis.com.

Get with the plan! Arch is a hand-hooked area rug by Denver designer Michelle Wilson. Because her rugs are made using pure wool by Chinese artisans working solo, each presents its own point of view through subtle variations in the colors and design. 441 South Pearl Street, Denver, CO 80209; 303-722-5810; identitydesignworks.com.

Go with the flow. The Spirit Song curved-wing shoulder bench's solid-reforested-teak legs undulate like wind chimes in the breeze. Fastened with stainless steel, the benches come in a variety of lengths and shapes. The height is 32 inches, the width ranges from 50 to 132 inches, and the seat depth ranges from 27 to 36 inches. 220 North Main Street, Sellersville, PA 18960; 877-874-8325; diamondteak.com.