Offering a variety of choices, Practically Basics beech kitchens can be built with mortise-and-tenon joints or assembled with dowels, then hand-rubbed in finishes such as White Frost. The island has wheels, as does the rolling storage unit—a versatile piece that can also be of service in the bedroom or bath. Route 501 at Oak Street, Schaefferstown, PA 17088; 800-447-9006; plainfancycabinetry.com. circle 645

Inspired by 15th-century designs but realized in contemporary shades of amber or aquamarine, the elegant long-necked Pompeii vases are crafted in Murano by the Cenedese glassblowers. The vases are in heights of 19 and 26 inches. 8687 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90069; 310-358-8787; greystonehomecollection.com. circle 688

The Pomadore mirror has a timeless neoclassical look that won't go out of style any time soon. The frame is wood and gesso with a lacquered and gilded finish; the overall size is 36 inches wide by 55 inches high. 9015 Northwest 105th Way, Medley, FL 33178; 800-327-1065; friedmanbrosmirrors.com. circle 723

Lively design and cheery color selection give Polka patterned fabrics a playful yet sophisticated appeal. Crafted of a polyester-avora blend, the fabrics are reversible, washable, flame retardant, and suitable for use as drapery and bedding. 504 Airport Executive Park, Nanuet, NY 10954; 845-426-0756; stacygarciainc.com. circle 710

Ideal for public and health care venues, Plus Size seats can be made up to 42 1/2 inches wide and support 1,200 pounds. Offered in a wide variety of fabrics (COM, too) and up to 20 finishes, this fits a big need in the marketplace. 4301 White Bear Parkway, St. Paul, MN 55110; 800-626-1234; westinnielsen.com. circle 368

Equal parts court jester and genius, Karim Rashid proposes the Plod chair (and sofa) in cold-processed polyurethane foam resting on a bent chromed-steel base. It's typically contemporary, predictably clever, and gorgeous in the extreme. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 611, New York, NY 10016; 212-686-6390; fredericwilliams.com. circle 343

Good looking and appropriately named Play, this piece allows for plenty of iterations: Pull the headboards up next to each other for side-by-side reading, or slide the units flush for tandem snoozing. The chromed-metal base and the fabric-and-leather upholstery (which is removable and offered in varying colorways) give it the clean lines that ensure a good fit with just about any interior. 150 East 58th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10156; 888-765-4367; poliformusa.com. circle 355

From this German manufacturer of 10 million (but who's counting?) fully automatic dishwashers in 75 years, comes the virtually noiseless Platinum model, shining in brushed stainless steel. With room for 14 place settings, the stainless interior has an optional cutlery tray to replace the traditional basket. 9 Independence Way, Princeton, NJ 08540; 800-843-7231; miele.com. circle 643

Architectural and impressive, Planet, part of the Life Textiles collection, is environmentally friendly, as are all of this manufacturer's textiles. Made exclusively with rapidly renewable resources (in this case, Australian worsted wool), and without any metals or toxic dyes, it still manages to be great looking, thanks to the freehand motif and the yummy-to-the-touch satin finish. 735 Grand View Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94114; 415-515-9851; instylecontracttextiles.com. circle 411

Gay, playful color and ultra-streamlined shapes are hallmarks of contemporary Italian design; witness Somaschini's Pinax, with its sleek iron frame and fabric or leather cover (that can be removed for cleaning). Stress-resistant polyurethane foam filling means it keeps its shape as long as you do. 101 Henry Adams Street, Suite 430, San Francisco, CA 94103; 415-252-7175; design-eu.com. circle 341

Pictorials carpet tiles showcase flowers, sunbursts, geometrics, and various other motifs in solution-dyed nylon. 1503 Orchard Hill Road, LaGrange, GA 30241; 800-336-0225; interfaceflooring.com. circle 565

Digitally translate graphic photography into ceramic or gypsum-based polymer wall tiles using a Photo-Cast process. Ceramics in 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch squares are standard, with custom sizes available. Metal powders add bronze, brass, nickel, or copper to the polymer tiles, which appear as metal. 15440 North 71st, Suite 322, Scottsdale, AZ 85254; 888-744-3676; photo-form.com. circle 567

ArtLink's 24-inch-square carpet tiles are made of Antron Legacy nylon. The injection-dyed Duracolor soil-resistant process used to tint the tiles guarantees that their color won't fade. Available in 17 colorways, including Matisse Purple and Degas Gold. 706 Green Valley Road, Greensboro, NC 27408; 800-523-5647; leescarpets.com.

Designer John Robshaw unites a 12th-century craft with a 21st-century textile in the cotton Block Print collection. The 12 patterns, made by hand-pressing a wood block on fabric, come in three colors and range from botanicals to geometrics to tribal motifs, including Mala. 979 Third Avenue, Suite 6B, New York, NY 10022; 800-366-4442; donghia.com.

Drift into designer Victoria Bevan's experimental Fargo rug. White wool felt covers a soft foam cushion resulting in a product that gives the sensation of sinking into a fluffy snow bank. 43-01 22nd Street, Long Island City, NY 11101; 917-664-4634; studiobevan.com.

Enjoy the look of luxurious indoor textiles outdoors with Nubby and Chameleon Stripe, both made of durable solution-dyed acrylic. Offered in 13 colors, the fabrics are soil-, mildew-, and UV-resistant. 3225 East Carpenter Freeway, Irving, TX 75062; 888-322-4773; perennialsfabrics.com.

Environmentally kind, plantation-grown teak takes the form of sofas, club chairs, and coffee tables in the Pure Modular series. Breezy yet crisp, the natural-finish pieces are perfect for both interior spaces and outdoor sunning. 55 Kansas Street, Suite 310, San Francisco, CA 94103; 800-767-7738; henryhalldesigns.com.

In true art deco fashion, the Sera series fuses traditional seating shapes with angular forms. The collection includes open- or closed-arm single and double seaters. The cherry or maple hardwoods may be stained in any of the manufacturer's standard six wood finishes. 421 Manitou Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada N2C 1L5; 888-578-5784; krug.ca.

Designer Piero Lissoni's floor-mounted PH washbasin column is a briefly interrupted glass cylinder. The transparent basin is chemically tempered and then securely bonded to the column with a polyurethane-based agent. If you prefer, opt for the carved-marble version, which features a concealed drain. 1344 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310-458-9300; boffila.com. circle 635

Bold, graphic design with a soft touch is this designer's strength—and the Petron table lamp is no exception. The aluminum-and-steel drum body is also available in wood. Its shade is offered in tactile ash veneer, paper, or natural silk pongee. There are ten color options. 1451 Barry Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025; 310-312-0477; orestessuarez.com. circle 615

Brand-new and ready to coordinate with the broadloom Rhythm & Blues (around since 1997), Percussion (shown on top) is available as both a broadloom and a carpet tile. 14641 East Don Julian Boulevard, City of Industry, CA 91746; 800-423-4709; bentleyprincestreet.com. circle 568

Jaw-dropping colors paired with sleek shapes make the vibrant Peking Glass collection by artist Robert Kuo a stunner. Each piece of this limited collection is handmade using ancient Asian glassblowing techniques, and is signed by the artist. 1201 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94103; 800-662-4847; mcguirefurniture.com. circle 675

Premium aniline-dyed upholstery leathers are woven on antique teak looms, giving them the "memory" to return to their original form without losing their shape. Appropriate for every type of upholstery, the Pebble pattern is available in multi- or single-toned colorways. 45-49 Townsend Avenue, Johnstown, NY 12095; 800-852-0144; townsendleather.com. circle 406

You may want to take a bite out of this luscious-looking Pear coffee table with built-in drawer. One of three tables in the Cornucopia series, this juicy delight is made from Australian lace wood and is finished with Danish oil or polyurethane. Custom sizes or other solid woods may be specified. P.O. Box 109, San Jose, NM 87565; 505-421-3207; marklevin.com. circle 456

Powder-coated Pathways privacy wall panels arrive on-site in completely assembled modules. Vertical slots allow work surfaces, storage, and compatible Lightolier lighting to connect flexibly. The walls can be easily broken down for recycling at the end of their useful life. 901 44th Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49508; 800-333-9939; steelcase.com. circle 748