Patricia Urquiola's comfortable new bed can be positioned in the traditional way, against the wall, or in the center of a room, with the headboard slipped into the platform base. Called Fat Fat, it's actually rather space-saving. The single version measures 52 3/8 inches, the queen 73 1/4. 150 East 58th Street, New York, NY 10155; 800-872-1697; bbitaliausa.com.

Torn between sitting on the couch enjoying bonbons—and cleaning the house? You can do both with Trilobite. This ingenious automated vacuum hunts down dust bunnies, without bumping into walls or falling down stairs. 807 North Main Street, Bloomington, IL 61701; 800-896-9756; electroluxusa.com.

The two wool rugs of the Aros series pack minimal style with panache, personality, and wit. Produced in three round sizes, or in a square version. 34-932-376-465; nanimarquina.com.

Artist William Wegman's famous Weimaraners aren't just thoroughly irresistible.  Now they're stain resistant, too.  Kravet has unleashed the William Wegman collection of fabrics for Crypton - and it's far from bowwow.  kravet.com.

Referencing the sultry silver-screen star, the Harlow collection is the perfect choice for those in need of a little mid-century modem, a little 1930's moderne, and a little leg.  On the occasion of HLC's 30th anniversary, the company enlisted Clement Geitner to design this collection of plush seating, sure to stand out in any room - regardless of who's in it.

Less is more.  Hence Diet, a stand-alone slim-line panel system that can be integrated with the company's Boulevard and ViceVersa workstations and Doc-it power troughs.  Connected by a universal, self-leveling hinge, Diet provides easy-to-install and easy-to-reconfigure flexibility.  Available in 42-, 54-, and 66-inch high panels, Diet is economical and efficient with a minimum of add-ons and components and can be attached at any angle.  teknion.com.

There's nothing square about Quad, the latest introduction to the Avenue office collection.  The line exhibits Asian-inspired minimalism and a palette of rich woods, accented by metal and translucent components.  Designed for optimal functionality, Quad features doors with 135-degree hinges, offering improved access to integrated power-management systems.  groupelacasse.com.

The Piano interactive conference table has more accessories than Liberace - and none of the flamboyance.  Semi-recessed LCD flat monitors allow clear sight lines and collapse into the table when not in use.  Sensors help adjust screen displays to ambient light conditions.  And, true to the Piano name, the center surface can be raised like a baby grand to provide access to cables and power.

You won't find these in your uncle's rec room.  The Legni collection has added eight species to its stylish series of wood reproductions.  Natural-looking laminates of ebony, oak, fir, and zebrawood are now available at less than half the cost of real wood - and with greater durability.  abetlaminati.com.

We're simply floored by the Recess line of contoured rubber wall bases.  Offered in more than 130 colors and finishes, the bases feature a refined recessed groove.  johnsonite.com.

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With the addition of three patterns - Twigs, Boxes, and Whickers - Plynyl woven-vinyl flooring now comes in 50 weaves and colors.  Cushioned by polyurethane, the washable and stain-resistant flooring comes in 6-foot rolls and five sizes of area rugs.  plynyl.com.

Nora will knock you on the "floor-a" with its new slip- and wear-resistant Noraplan lines.  The floor tiles require no waxing or sealing, leading to lower maintenance costs and - along with their PVC-free composition - contributing to a healthier environment.  norarubber.com.

The Rimini collection nods to its namesake city's Adriatic beaches, modernist bathhouses, and laid-back Italian style.  Choose among 10 styles, from geometrics to mosaics, all suited to hospitality, assisted-living, or retail environments.  bentleyprincestreet.com.

Logicmeet conference tables allow for summits of erudition.  Internal wire-management channels allow hookups to virtually any equipment, from old-school slide projectors to high-tech AV options.  Choose between cherry and maple veneers, assorted acrylics and plastic laminates, or Ligno-Grain, a reconstituted wood product.  A variety of accessories and tabletop shapes are also available.  hbf.com.

Vroom! Vroom! This company has teamed up with BMW Group DesignWorksUSA to introduce the Motorsport collection, a racy line of carpeting with patterns such as Photofinish, Speedvision, Airflow, Trophy, and Horsepower.  Lees also expands its design-forward Abaca collection of modular carpet tiles in Antron nylon.  DesignScene is a geometrically patterned loop-pile tile inspired by the striations and linearity of natural fibers.  DeisgnConnect is a tip-sheared tile suited to ashlar installations.  Connecting Stripes rounds out the offerings, with vivid coloration and bold linearity.  Last but certainly not least is Gerard Robe's urbane City Structures collection, with patterns and textures inspired by the urban environment.  leescarpets.com.

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The Hab collection of tables and seating takes cues from Charles and Ray Eames, with surfaces in molded and veneered plywood, bases in stainless steel, and retro-chic lines.  Chairs are also available in powder-coated folded aluminum.  nienkamper.com.

Made of semitransparent architectural glass and aluminum, the Siparium system of sliding panels adds an elegant, graceful element to any residential or contract space.  Customizable to up to 60-by-10 feet, the panels slide on ceiling- or wall-mounted tracks, with no need for floor tracks; as many as four rails can be combined.  Stiles and rails come in a satin aluminum finish; wrapped in cherry, walnut, oak, or wengé veneers; or stained in various colors.  Glass colors include more than 20 choices.

Of Argentinian origin, Ethnicities's concrete accent tables are handmade with iron bases and ten unique colorations and designs.  Customize your size, or go big with a console, coffee table, or dining table.

There's nothing common about Interface Flooring System's Common Threads collection of modular carpeting tiles.  Available in eight colorways, the fashion-forward tiles can be arranged in quarter-turned or ashlar configurations to suit any installation.  Stuck late in the office on a grueling deadline?  With a variegated linear pattern mimicking rippling sand, Common Threads gets you just a few steps closer to lying on a sunny beach.  interfaceinc.com.

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House your blooms in Euro-chic elegance with French lava stone. Distinguished by a high-gloss enameled finish, these durable planters can be made in any size or color—then left outside during all kinds of winter weather. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 408, New York, NY 10016; 212-683-7442.

Featuring curved seats and whimsically buckling legs, Pyllon stools represent the collaboration of Nicole Aebischer and Atelier Oi with the Ecole Cantonale d'Art de Lausanne. These skeletal beauties look more formal when decked out in upscale leather. Coordinating tables are topped in stainless steel. 150 East 58th Street, New York, NY 10155; 800-872-1697; bebitalia.it.

Minimalist aesthetics meld with maximalist comfort in the fully adjustable Xten task chair, cushioned in a combination of Technogel and self-extinguishing foam. The aluminum frame supports a stretched nylon-net back, and the arms move in sync. 7 Via Brenta, 36010 Carrè, Italy; 39-0445-314931; aresline.com.

Rare is the workstation described as sexy, but Alea's catcall-worthy Zefiro oozes appeal. Held together by rods and magnets, this easily reconfigurable desking system offers discreet wire management and off-module capabilities. This single-frame panel system can stand up to 7 feet high. LEED-CI certification pending. 912 NW 84th Avenue, Miami, FL 33126; 305-470-1200; aleaoffice.com.

Infusing hospitality textiles with a lively vibe, the eight upholsteries in Stacy Garcia's Modern Fusion collection may just find themselves drifting into the corporate market as well. (All exceed 30,000 double rubs.) Curvilinear Cassava, vivid Marka, and exotic Morocco are among these inspired releases, offered in a palette of bold and subtle colors. 2 Dylan Court, Nanuet, NY 10954; 845-426-0756; stacygarcia.com.

Undulating seams and strong colors enliven the crisp and slightly mod bedding in the Swoop collection. Handmade with nine field-color options and over 20 contrasting stitch combinations, this cozy wool-flannel spread comes with companion shams and throw blankets. 5717 Alta Punta Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530; 510-232-5018; foldbedding.com.