Proving that simplicity is not simpleminded, Twist Together is a playful, interactive lighting module of hand-cast resin illuminated by LEDs. Connect the cubes in limitless combinations. 718-722-7340; glide-inc.com. circle 315

Philippe Starck and this manufacturer have a real hit in M.I.S.S. The name stands for Music Image Sofa System, and it discreetly hides a speaker, subwoofer, and retractable projector housing. Available with an accompanying audiovisual cabinet. 155 East 56th Street, New York, NY 10022; 800-770-3568; cassinausa.com. circle 314

Floor runners are running wild with undulating patterns and multiple colors. A construction of 75 percent wool and 25 percent nylon contributes to the runners' unbeatable durability. 96 Spandia Avenue, 504, Toronto, Ontario M5V 2J6, Canada; 416-703-6635; bevhisey.com. circle 316

Paolo Rizzatto's impish Regina updates the Victorian reading chair. This spin on a bookish classic features a four-prong swivel base, a reclining mechanism, and aluminum-ringed holes in lieu of yesteryear's button tufting. Back and base are gray epoxy powder-painted metal; 92 colors of leather are offered. 145 Wooster Street, New York, NY 10012; 212-777-7592; poltronafrau.com. circle 313

From this manufacturer's otherworldly Moon collection, the Fisheye rug (no, they're not martini olives) is Tibetan wool in a 100-knot weave. Rugs are hand-knotted in a Nepalese factory that claims to supply living quarters, clean water, child care, and health benefits to its employees. 1 Grand Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631; 800-995-5784; http://www.tibetano.com/. circle 554

Add some color and cha-cha-cha with Festival. This high-energy scene of partygoers kicking up their heels on a hot night is in oil on canvas and measures 48 by 60 inches. This gallery's collection features several vivid pieces that will enliven any hotspot. 4132 Fulton Avenue, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423; 818-995-0009; http://www.susanmanders.com/. circle 721

Designer Dorianna Ricci's Café collection of Type II vinyl is a quiet understatement conceived to enhance rather than dominate its environment. Designs, including Fenêtre, mimic the appearance of natural weaves and plaster finishes, but can hold their own in high-traffic installations. 3001 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville, IN 47130; 800-852-5454; http://www.gilford.com/. circle 421

Available in 22 variations classified into three groups—high, seamless mid-height, and the EX all-leather version—Feego can flaunt all manner of bells and whistles for comfort and style, but every last model has four basic adjustables: chair depth, seat height, reclining back angle, and reclining tension. What's more, 85% of these chairs can be disassembled into single, totally recyclable materials. 203 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2100, Chicago, IL 60601; 312-917-6200; www.okamura.co.jp/english. circle 352

The chic Faux Bamboo Armoire can be configured as a TV cabinet, a bar, or a wardrobe. The lower drawers provide useful storage no matter what function you choose for the top half. Custom finishes and sizes are available. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-223-4454. circle 716

Fresh and cheerful Adirondack chairs are this manufacturer's specialty. Witness the Fan Back Island chair and ottoman: Perfect for sunbathing or shark watching, it's offered in 15 bright and breezy colors including Blue Grotto. 48 Everett Avenue, Winchester, MA 01890; 800-486-1183; http://www.archiesisland.com/. circle 760

With its spun and mouth-blown glass diffusers, the Éttore double-pendant light brilliantly combines two materials. The overall height is 12 inches; there are four inner-glass-diffuser color options. 82 Stevens Street, East Taunton, MA 02718; 800-977-4470; http://www.ilexlight.com/. circle 611

Sick of media saturation? Escape relieves the pressure. Large enough to house giant plasma monitors, these units also feature cabinets with glass-paneled sides, wire-management systems, and clear-glass-fronted drawers that allow remote-control signals through. This modern classic is available in two sizes and finishes, and is made of limed or pickled oak with brushed-nickel or brass hardware. 485 Broadway, New York, NY 10013; 800-366-4442; http://www.donghia.com/. circle 445

Any brand of carpet manufactured from new nylon yarns bearing this company's Enviro6ix trademark—whether it uses Zeftron's Solure, Select, or Savant brand fibers—will be guaranteed to contain no less than 25 percent recycled-nylon content. 6 Venture, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92618; 800-733-0151; http://www.zeftronnylon.com/. circle 662

Designer Timothy Di Fibrio has updated the classic Ward Bennett Envelope chair by stretching it almost an inch in each direction, which makes it more comfortable than the original while maintaining the same proportions. 6095 Fulton Industrial Boulevard, SW, Atlanta, GA 30336; 800-444-8812; http://www.hmgeiger.com/. circle 357

This one-of-a-kind entry rug is from a suite of several compositions for a Seattle resident who was allergic to grays. The designer's development process for such commissions requires four to six months from initial renderings to a finished product. 5701 6th Avenue South, Suite 240, Seattle, WA 98108; 800-400-6636; http://www.rugsbyvickisimon.com/. circle 551

Interface president John Wells as the result of brainstorming "about how a flooring system would come about if subjected to the laws of nature… and nothing in nature is uniform." Up close the individual elements may seem incongruous, but when viewed whole it's an easy-on-the-eyes pleaser whose durability and muted color line speaks persuasively to contract applications. Tiles are woven from yarns similar in tone, then the piles are randomly cut to produce a heathered effect. Each tile is unique, but the tones and patterns are close enough to create a sense of cohesion. And there's an environmental dividend: Waste is limited because the randomly sized tiles create fewer remnants; therefore less yarn, dye, and backing is used per order. And the work continues, says designer David Oakey: "Our goal is to create a super-clean, monotone product." 1503 Orchard Hill Road, LaGrange, GA
30241; 800-336-0225; interfaceflooring.com.

Distinctively English and undeniably traditional, the English Traditions III collection of nine patterns features printed-linen variations, velvets, and cotton. The textiles range from Fortuny-like two-tone designs to a classic hydrangea floral, all available in several warm-toned, versatile colorways. 31-11 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101; 718-706-7000; http://www.stroheim.com/. circle 390

Use this sleek multitasker as seating, a footrest, or a coffee table—the oval, short Ellington bench with optional button tufting, designed by the ubiquitous Michael Graves, can be upholstered in various fabrics, including customer's own, as well as woven leathers. 1407 Parker Road, Baltimore, MD 21227; 410-242-2222; http://www.davidedward.com/. circle 331

Clever and durable, Elan is based on an intricate and delicate carving found on an antique Indian powder horn, but the wool-rayon-poly blend is all business, withstanding heavy-duty abrasion while the subtle shimmer imparts depth to the pattern. There are six colorways. 580 Broadway, Suite 1209, New York, NY 10012; 212-431-4794; http://www.yoma.com/. circle 404

EcoWorx non-polyvinyl chloride backing comes with a guarantee that the manufacturer will return to pick up and recycle any of it that wears out at no extra cost. Believing so strongly in the product, the manufacturer will replace all of the company's PVC backings with this new one. 410 Old Mill Road, Cartersville, GA 30120; 877-509-7429; ecoworx.com.

ECOsurfaces, a collection of eight indoor and outdoor product families, includes, among others, the striking Econight, rugged Ecostone, and relaxed Ecocomfort. Made of SBR (from worn-out tires) and colored using EPDM flecks (from industrial waste), these products are available in 54 standard colors with 29 optional custom colors for the specks. P.O. Box 4944, Lancaster, PA 17604; 877-326-7873; ecosurfaces.com.

Himalayan wool is hand carded for the Dusk III carpet in Grass, from the Nima Collection. The carefully hand-knotted pattern takes inspiration from the look of fields after the monsoon season. Standard rectangles, runners, or custom sizes are available. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1206, New York, NY 10016; 800-670-8836; http://www.odegardinc.com/. circle 557

A new addition to the Crackle line, the Dune accent table has sci-fi appeal. Its body is made from polyester-resin finished with a red-green-gold crackled lacquer; its top is quilted Moabi veneer. The body is available in five additional crackled-lacquer combinations and the top in Macassar ebony or bird's-eye maple. 9 Lent Avenue, LeRoy, NY 14482; 866-999-4266; http://www.wendellcastlecollection.com/. circle 454

Duck the problem of inaccessible air-conditioning ducts with the quiet, high-powered DuctlessMini-Split system. This minimally invasive solution frees up window space. The small blower unit with remote control mounts on an indoor wall, connecting to a compressor situated just outside. Washable anti-mold filters and 24-hour timers are standard equipment. 505 Martinsville Road, Liberty Corner, NJ 07938; 609-490-0999; http://www.fedders.com/. circle 749

DS-164 is one clever sofa: The ingeniously crafted and sumptuously upholstered modular backrests can be shifted anywhere along its perimeter, allowing loungers to enjoy a chaise, a double-seater chair, or one long, elegant sofa. Available in several leather grades and colors, including custom dyes. 181 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016; 212-685-0800; http://www.ddcnyc.com/. circle 342