With its abstract linear pattern, Project 7 may suggest jazzily engraved quarried stone, but this ceramic floor and wall tile boasts the superior consistency, greater wear-resistance, and lower absorbency suitable for all architectural applications. The muted four-color palette includes Ardesia Blue and Crema Europa. 1159 Bryn Mawr Avenue, Itasca, IL 60143; 888-903-4263; granitifiandre.com.

Given the formidable specs—two compressors, three evaporators, four temperature-modulated drawers—it's hard to believe that the 800-pound all-stainless Pro 48 refrigerator-freezer consumes less energy than a 100-watt lightbulb. Available freestanding or built-in, with dimensions of 48 inches wide by 25 7/8 deep by 84 high. Glass doors optional. 4717 Hammersley Road, Madison, WI 53711; 800-222-7820; subzero.com.

The slim rounded back, high armrests, and varied-density foam filling of Blues Design Group's Ivy tub chair invite the sitter to relax and say, "Ahh." The combo of cheery cotton-wool blend upholstery with beech legs—stained walnut, wengé, or cherry—promises to elicit even more sounds of appreciation. 41 Keyland Court, Bohemia, NY 11716; 631-589-7737; thompsoncontract.com.

Bryce and Kerry Moore fashion the William and Mary collection's Harbor chair from utilitarian birch plywood that's cut, stacked, and then fused with glue. The contrasting leafing, which provides the stripe detail, comes in either dark maple or walnut veneer. 104 West Fourth Street, Suite 304, Royal Oak, MI 48067; 248-544-0410; contextfurniture.com.

The simple More fixture comes with more options. Decide between white or black transparent glass, satin- or polished-chrome fittings, ceiling or table models, and G9 or 60-watt incandescent lamping. Only the 61/2-inch diameter stays the same. 35B Siemensstrasse, 25462 Rellingen, Germany; 49-4101-3700; tobias-grau.com.

Let there be light—endless amounts of it—with the LED It Be P9 satin-aluminum sconce: Those LEDs give more than 100,000 hours of illumination. During that time, the arms can be moved up and down and the 5-by-11-inch head tilted forward and back. For similar features in table-lamp and ceiling-fixture form, check out the rest of the 14-piece LED It Be collection. 4 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116; 617-350-7565; bisbis.com.

A redux of a model that's been out for years, the improved Bico recliner now has a rotating circular base, rounded armrests, and a height-adjustable headrest. But the original's smooth functionality is still intact. Available with mechanical or electrical operation. 12 Nonenstrasse, 33378 Rheda-Wiedenbrück, Germany; 49-52-42-41-020; cor.de.

Rendered in restrained Ivoire or a candy-shop fantasy lineup of colors—Mandarine, Lipstick, and Dauphin, for starters—satin-textured polyethylene Tid'jou! is washable and resists scratching. Bruno Houssin's cleverly curvaceous design also offers sound support whether you're sitting upright or leaning back. 7 Rue Véga, 44470 Carquefou, France; 33-2-40-68-85-10; soca.fr.

Patricia Urquiola's Highlands sofa is an experiment in movement. The back and arms all fold up and down, resulting in a height range of 14 to 40 inches and a width range of 64 to 108 inches. The wool and cotton upholstery options come in thousands of colors. Luminaire, 301 West Superior Street, Chicago, IL 60610; 312-664-9582; luminaire.com

This dining set makes a simple gathering feel more like a party. While the elegance of mahogany may be overlooked, the sunny hues will catch the eye. Available in 12 colors of marine enamel paint. 48 Everett Avenue, Winchester, MA 01890; 800-486-1183; archiesisland.com.

This manufacturer's Waterglass mosaic collection presents tiny wall and floor tiles in lightweight, shimmering glass. The series includes 29 mesh-mounted tonal palettes with names like Amber, Plum, Blackberry, Cloud White, Mint Leaves, Root Beer, Spring Violet, Topaz, Kelp, and Zinc. 75-79 Via Canala, Ravenna, Italy 48010; 212-980-1500; sicis.it.

This German manufacturer's Edition Andrée Putman bathtub has a smooth sanitary-acrylic interior and durable teak shelf. The textured exterior paneling is aluminum—though a varnished-polyurethane surround is also available. The 80-gallon tub is also sold in a drop-in version. 2805 Veterans Highway, Suite 7, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779; 866-405-2700; hoesch.de.

This importer's SQ Series shaving and makeup mirror has a rectangular panel of optical glass. The precision-ground and hand-lapped glass produces an incredibly sharp, 7-inch-tall image. The frame is brushed nickel or chrome. 8899 Beverly Boulevard, Suite 204, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 800-421-4404; frenchreflection.com.

This manufacturer expands its selection of Christian Liaigre creations with the designer's new Cipangu dining table. The elegant and restrained piece is available in standard walnut, oak, or ash in five lacquers; it features arched legs with optional contrasting interior finishes. 801 West Adams Street, Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60607; 312-329-5999; hollyhunt.com.

Winking at the space age, POD lands like a UFO with round polished-aluminum feet and a modular form. More fun than a Jetson's re-run, the chair is available in a wide range of fabrics and leather. 300 Myrtle Avenue, Boonton, NJ 07005; 973-263-1100; dauphin.com.

This designer loves the city, she says, except when "she can't stand it." Joint Heat, part of her City Collection, is a knowing riff on urban grit and contradictions. Tibetan artisans use wool blended with refined silk to knot the carpets in Nepal. 9161 Avalon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia V3N 4G7, Canada; 604-524-8383; zoeluyendijk.com.

This designer's aesthetic of understated cool has landed his fabrics in swank restaurants nationwide (and, more recently, at the Grove hotel, just outside London). His latest offering is Athlete, an ingenious microfiber fabric with the look and feel of suede that drapes like a much heavier weave. The material is 100 percent polyester and is offered in 10 oh-so-chic hues. 2025 Irving Road, Dallas, TX 75207; 214-741-8100; josephnoble.com.

This company's wide-spread Aqueduct faucet has a sculpted spillway that animates water falling from the spout. The silver-and-gold finish is only one of 35 possible choices. Coordinating bath accessories, grab bars, and a kitchen faucet are also available. 491 Wortman Avenue, Spring Creek, NY 11208; 800-842-7277; watermark-designs.com.

This growing studio's verdant Bamboo Blossoms handmade carpet is 100 knots per inch. The interlaced tropical motif of flowers and leaves is olive, rust, or Nile-blue Chinese silk planted on a background of luxurious pure Tibetan wool pile in cream. P.O. Box 1807, Litchfield, CT 06759; 860-567-5201; emmagardnerdesign.com.

This manufacturer is launching its Crypton Frontiers collection in a big way. More than 83 new patterns, weaves, colorways, and designs are executed in blends of cotton, rayon, and polyester and then Crypton-coated to make them fully stain- and bacteria-resistant and moisture-repellent (even those cozy-looking chenilles). 1010 West 2610 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84119; 800-453-5777; silverstatetextiles.com.

This manufacturer has added to its collection of Terratex, eco-friendly fabrics produced using renewable energy. The upholstery line includes Foundation (available in 30 colors), Links (13 colors), Constructure (nine colors), and Electron (two colors). Best of all, they're offered at budget-friendly prices—so you don't have to part with a lot of green in order to be green. P.O. Box 1812, Indianapolis, IN 46204; 800-428-4415; www.mayerfabrics.com

This manufacturer has "re-edited" a selection of 20th-century design classics with an eye toward the century to come. The collection includes an iconic glass tea service from Wilhelm Wagenfeld, as well as lamps from Salvador Dalí. And even after an update, Angelo Mangiarotti's Maritime Table Clock from 1956 still knows what time it is. 1 Church Street, New Milford, CT 06776; 888-350-8765; ameico.com.

Creating inventive geometric floors in virtually any setting is a cinch with Midtown porcelain tile. The line offers four neutrals with a choice of honed or natural finishes, plus unique wood or skin textures—all in a wide assortment of sizes. 21 Via Cameazzo, 41042 Fiorano Modenese, Italy; 39-0536-837-811; http://www.ceramichelea.com/ .

Displaying the characteristics that define Stefanie Hering's work, this graceful limited-edition bowl is hand-turned and made of paper-thin semi-glazed bisque porcelain. She also produces dinnerware, vases, decorative objects, and lighting. 303 Königsweg, 14109 Berlin, Germany; 49-30-80-60-40-05; http://www.hering-berlin.de/.

With Add-On, Satyendra Pakhalé transforms the humble radiator into an objet d'art. The system comprises ingenious modular units that join together in infinite ways. Available in 39-inch-square, 39-by-59-inch, and 39-by-79-inch sizes, all pieces are aluminum for superior heat distribution, and color choices are extensive. 32 Via Boscalto, 31023 Resana (Treviso), Italy; 39-0423-7161; http://www.tubesradiatori.com/.