Offering an updated take on the popular "vessel" look, this Italian manufacturer's Suave series of white ceramic washbasins (in three sizes) and matching tub all appear to drop away, partly through imaginatively cantilevering "countertops." The same series also includes wall-mounted white porcelain toilets and bidets. 2243 S. Throop Street, Chicago, IL 60608; 888-522-2823; lacava.com. circle 636

Ennio Arosio's Eric three-drawer chest is 4 feet wide and comes in wengé or 24 matte lacquer colors; pulls are offered in gloss or wengé. Matching beds and headboards are also part of the Eric bedroom suite. 4 Via Ozanam, 20031 Cesano Maderno, Italy; 39-0362-52941; mobileffe.com.

Enjoy barbecue without the smoke and hassle of a standard grill. The electric Profi-Grill Wagen's glass-ceramic top allows for cooking without oils or added fat. The top may be removed for tabletop cooking; the stainless-steel frame can be used for serving. The unit collapses for compact storage. 4920 West Cypress Street, Suite 106, Tampa, FL 33607; 800-459-0844; kuppersbuschusa.com.

Dutch-born Peter Traag was a newly minted graduate of London's Royal College of Art when he invented the Sponge armchair. The design begins with an oversize upholstery chair cover, lined in specially finished polyester. Then, polyurethane foam is pumped into the cover, filling the shape. The signature wrinkles form as the foam cures, producing a distinctive pucker that's unique to each chair. P.O. Box 28, 56030 Perignano, Italy; 39-05876-16660; edra.com.

Designed in collaboration with Porsche, the 8-inch-high F1 Lavatory Centerset is one zippy faucet. Horizontally sliding levers control hot and cold water, and the solid-brass construction is finished in an exclusive ALU-XT satin aluminum. Single-hole installation only. 241 Covington Drive, Bloomingdale, IL 60108; 630-582-7711; groheamerica.com.

Charles Williams's oversize Amax pendant fixture is a 43-inch-diameter, milky white, polyethylene lamp shade suspended at the end of a nearly invisible stainless-steel aircraft cable. The chromed socket accommodates three 150-watt bulbs. 64 North Moore Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-334-1050; fontanaarte.com.

Carlo Colombo's chrome-accented Sailor double bed is available with an optional storage component and either an orthopedic mattress support or adjustable slats. The curved-iron, foam-coated headboard comes fixed or reclining. 12 Via Cadorna, 20036 Meda, Italy; 888-356-8233; flou.it.

Both cushions of Luigi Recalcati's 1985 Le Vele Video sofa can swivel 360 degrees and recline to form two single beds or one double, or one chaise lounge or two. The mesh fabric covers are removable; the base comes in wengé or natural oak. 24 Via Piave, 20036 Meda, Italy; 39-0362-338-030; futura-italy.it.

Bathe in woven luxury with Saule Evolution. The acrylic tub has an exterior wrapped in waterproof-treated braided willow branches and comes in two sizes, 67 by 31 inches and 71 by 39 inches. 280 Avenue Kersbeek, B-1190, Brussels, Belgium; 32-2-332-07-32.

Arik Levy's 4 to 8 table is right on target. The 3-foot-diameter top in medium-density fiberboard is available in a rainbow of lacquers. A detachable extension ring, shown here in black, increases the diameter to 55 inches. Via per Montesolaro, 22060 Cantù, Italy; 39-031-7832211 desalto.it.

Apparently the Swedes know a thing or two about outdoor seating. Thomas Bernstrand's 6-foot-long weatherproof Goal benches (above) combine hot-dipped galvanized-steel frames with polyurethane-coated tubular-steel seats and backs in contrasting colors. Aluminum gables add a space-age element to Björn Dahlström's sculptural Park Lane bench (below). The seat and back come in teak, oak, or mahogany; the legs are steel. P.O. Box 17701, s-11893 Stockholm, Sweden; 46-8-7021960; nola.se.

A strong but invisible joint fixes the cold-drawn steel legs of the Ram table to its corresponding horizontal steel crossbars. Though quite lightweight, the ram-tough structure is sturdy enough to hold tops of laminate, wood, or glass. 35 Via Per Cantú, 22060 Montesolaro, Italy; 39-031-780-237; porro.com.

A stroll along the beach gives a clue to the inspiration behind the Gastéropodes pendant and sconce series. Composed of seven seashell-shape plaster models, each is produced in a limited edition of 50 and signed by its French creator, Malika Bensmaïa. 17 Rue Beaumarchais, 93100 Montreuil, France; 33-1-42-87-2012.

The Murano island features a stainless-steel countertop, integrated under-cabinet lighting, espresso-colored wood accents, and ribbed metal doors. It appears to float above the floor on a pair of aluminum legs. 135A Via Cremonese, 43010 Viarolo Parma, Italy; 39-052-16655; scic.it.

Java Sea rugs evoke tropical matting. But the fiber is not sisal—it's premium, soft, machine-woven nylon. The subtle tone-on-tone stria is available in either Sand, Spice, or Claret in three standard sizes. An edge binding completes the tailored look. 335 Summit Road, Eden, NC 27288; 800-234-1120; karastan.com.

Lauren Rottet and Richard Riveire's Attaché Portfolio coffee table is so good-looking and useful that the president of this manufacturer has one in his own home. A spin-off of the design duo's successful case-good line, the table comes in three sizes, including an end-table version; with optional casters; and in a range of veneers and ChemColor lacquers. 1811 Second Avenue Northwest, Stewartville, MN 55976; 507-533-4235.

Flexible Assets can meet almost any upholstery need. The shimmery cotton-backed vinyl is available in three metallics: Copper Leaf, Gold Plate, and Mica. A reasonable price point and 50,000 double rubs make this textile ideal for large-scale, high-use installations. 31 Ontario Street, Cohoes, NY 12047; 518-235-2828; gretchenbellinger.com.

Is it a table? Is it a stool? You decide—any of Jasper Morrison's Cork Family pieces is suitable as either. Formed from large sections of pressed cork granulate, each stands at a stout 13 inches with a 12-inch diameter. 29 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10014; 888-278-2855; vitra.com.

Polyester's translucence adds depth to this manufacturer's expanding Studio collection of solid surfacing. Some new colors include the chunky Tusk, marbled Amber, glasslike Ruby (which can be backlit), and three novel patterns in the Metallics line that incorporate shiny metal-look particles. 7350 Empire Drive, Florence, KY 41042; 949-223-1088; avonite.com. circle 741

Glinting semiprecious Stone Mosaics in mother-of-pearl are waterproof and great for showers and backsplashes (but not suited for floors subject to heavy wear). The small mosaic pieces are mounted on 3/4-inch backing-stone tiles and can cleverly interlock, creating visually seamless installations. 150 East 58th Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10155; 888-845-3487; parisceramics.com. circle 739

Stone Carving creates unique architectural details in any size or design; ranging from small-scale geometric patterns to large-scale baroque extravaganzas. It is hand carved from a soft stone similar to soapstone and is available in a variety of tones. It can also be painted or stained. 537 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-924-0394; chista.net. circle 714

Art stylishly imitates life in this designer's polished steel table with walnut legs. A rural Frenchman who moved to New York City, he blends French Country with the latest in Brooklyn urban-industrial chic. Handmade of walnut, the table's disorganized-yet-architectural legs are designed to exude an air of disorder. 20 Van Dam Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222; 718-963-2616. circle 443

Steel Art Trees are a mind-blowing example of superrealism in which feats of engineering and artistry produce the sublime faux forms of full-grown trees. With installations ranging from oak to banyan trees, this manufacturer's team of welders, painters, and engineers is represented on five continents. 6225 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009; 760-438-4244; naturemaker.com. circle 707

The breathtaking Stanley pedestal dining table is a clean and expansive addition to the Lockwood/Boone collection. This attention-grabbing table features a box-matched veneer top and base, sunburst border, and veneer sabre legs, all in zebrawood, as well as black lacquer detailing. Custom sizes and finishes are also available. 1059 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10021; 212-758-0012; johnbooneinc.com. circle 446

CBK's Stacked 5-Ball aluminum table lamp, its stem resembling a turned post, glimmers with a polished-silver finish and vertically striped jewel-embroidered shade. 600 East Sherwood Drive, Union City, TN 38261; 800-394-4225; cbkhome.com. circle 585