Rather than simply hanging flat-panel televisions flush to the wall, deploy the KFWG-110, a height-adjustable, dual- swing-arm wall mount that allows for easy screen positioning. The steel arm extends 11.93 inches and supports up to 25 pounds. 8401 Eagle Creek Parkway, Suite 700, Savage, MN 55378; 800-582-6480; chiefmfg.com. circle 678

If the hearth is the center of the home, why not decorate it with practical, eye-catching art? The complex horizontal and vertical lines of the Vestal fire screen make a visual feast of flames. Vestal is available in polished white and yellow bronze and blackened-steel finishes. P.O. Box 269, 509 Pendleton Point Road, Islesboro, ME 04848; 207-734-8299; lyleandumbach.com. circle 337

Funky and colorful geometric designs adorn the cushions and wall hangings of this Manhattan-based artist. These one-of-a-kind 18-inch-square cushions are hand painted by the artist, deploying a palette of 56 shades that he describes as organic. Available in cotton, silk, linen, and wool. 25 West 132nd Street, Suite 16F, New York, NY 10037; 212-939-0107. circle 687

German illustrator Matthias Bender's playful take on the bud vase is a delight. This colorful, striped porcelain double-hole version is part of the ChouChou collection of 12 stem vases by eight international designers. P.O. Box 5786, Naperville, IL 60567; 630-305-7377; http://www.ritzenhoffusa.com/. circle 679

Known for her innovative use of materials, Sandy Chilewich doesn't disappoint with her latest collection of Box Weave patterned woven vinyl place mats. Available in six earthy hues, the mod mats are washable and virtually indestructible. 7 East 30th Street, New York, NY 10016; 212-679-9204; http://www.chilewich.com/. circle 689

Give in to these ultrasoft suede-cloth box pillows, and relax. The 18-inch-square cushions, made in India, are available in a lively earthy palette of burgundy, terra-cotta, and khaki and feature patchwork corduroy borders. 600 East Sherwood Drive, Union City, TN 38261; 800-394-4225; http://www.cbkhome.com/. circle 691

For the hip hound-about-town, Jonathan Adler has designed a playful, all-llama-wool bedcover exclusively to fit pooch-sized versions of this manufacturer's mattresses. Rover or Fifi may choose from five colors and three standard sizes (with custom options) of the dog-bone-motif design. Of course, comfort is key, and the handcrafted mattresses are Gentle Firm—not too soft, not too hard, but just right, according to contented West Coast canines. 111 South Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 800-760-9600; http://www.interiordesign.net/www.mcroskey.com..

The hand-painted Pavillion Garden mural offers visual escapism. Spanning up to 60 feet without a repeat, the Asian-accented scene appears on 36-inch-wide panels of paper-backed silk. Colors and scales can be customized. 644 Greenville Avenue, 212, Staunton, VA 24401; 540-337-6600; paulmontgomery.com.

A finishing touch for corporate and hospitality spaces, the original acylic-on-canvas works in Orit Zeidman's Ambient Art collection are primarily abstract, integrating the patterns and colors of a particular interior. The custom paintings come in varying formats, at reasonable prices. 917-376-9096; oz-arts.com.

Sori Yanagi conceived Elephant as a perch for model-makers in his studio. Distinguished as the world's first all-plastic stool when it premiered in 1954, the durable, lightweight, stackable piece is offered in black, red, and gray injection-molded polypropylene, with green and blue to arrive soon. 29 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10014; 212-463-5700; vitra.com.

Più means more, as in more ways to keep the office organized. Designed by Lorenz & Kaz, the collection's five components include trestle bases and modular storage. Trestles are powder-coated in silver or white. Storage units—in sheet steel powder-coated silver, white, orange, or blue—can hold old-fashioned paper or newfangled gadgets such as CD burners and Zip drives. 8 Via Benedetto Croce, 20090 Vimodrone (Milan), Italy; 39-02-27400160; zoltan.it.

Is it a faucet or a fountain? The slick KWC Murano shoots water through a center control, enticing users to sculpt the resulting waterfall. The collection also includes showerheads, bidets, and a medley of bath accessories. 1770 Corporate Drive, Suite 580, Norcross, GA 30093; 678-334-2121; kwcfaucets.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.

Proof that synthetic blooms need not be tacky, these silk water lilies fool even the most discerning of eyes. (The delightful Buds come in freeform hand-molded resin vases, too.) Meanwhile, the sculptural forms of Manzanita branches are offered in either sandblasted or natural finishes. Who needs a green thumb? 337 North Oakley Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60612; 877-738-1790. goldleafdesigngroup.com.

The convenient Express desk flips open to reveal storage ideal for notebooks, binders, and patient charts. The desk, which can be wall-mounted at any height, is also fully compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act. 17929 South Susana Road, P.O. Box 5769, Compton, CA 90224; 800-496-0204; peterpepper.com.

Designed with employee health and comfort in mind, the post-mounted Flat Panel Monitor arm attachment is easily raised and lowered with the help of a built-in gas cylinder. 11 East 26th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10010; 212-725-4749; humanscale.com.

Inspired by and named for two embracing fortune cookies, this dramatic mobile is made of a stretched nylon-Lycra over a fiberglass form. Impressively tall at 6 feet and 3 feet wide, Fortune Cookies is available in six colors. 626-447-5079; studiolilica.com.

Justin Parker and Andi Kovel create designs that tease the eye while engaging the imagination. Parker's 40-pound, blown-glass Uranium Thickie vase was created by layering thin veils of color-including greenish uranium glass amidst clear glass. 6717 North Borthwick Avenue, Portland, OR 97217; 503-289-6392; esquedesign.com.

Craig Ponzio's new custom frame collection, Deco, is inspired by the sophisticated look of the 1920's and 1930's. Eight styles in four finishes evoke nostalgia for the rich ornamentation of the time. Entirely handcrafted, the embossed patterns come from the company's archives. 3900 Steve Reynolds Boulevard, Norcross GA 30093; 800-886-6126; larsonjuhl.com.

Appearing to float, the CableMaxi shelving system is actually suspended by floor-to-ceiling cables. Powered by a single cord and hidden power strips, the 8-foot translucent acrylic shelf is up-lit with integral fluorescent bulbs. 1409 Chapin Avenue, 2nd Floor, Burlingame, CA 94010; 800-350-4127; bnind.com.

Translucent and stackable, Spurgo glass bowls add a dash of sunshine to stashed goods. Available in three sizes, each with a walnut lid. Brilliant color options include white, pink, yellow, raspberry, cappuccino, Mediterranean blue, meadow green, and sunset red. 11A Spangatan, Malmo, Sweden SE-211 44; 46-40-304047; scandinaviaform.com.

Banish chills with this collection of 100 percent wool throws from acclaimed English designer Nina Campbell. Patterns include: Gingham; Ching, a large-scale, asymmetrical stripe; Tartan, and Ragtime, a barcode stripe. Available in three colorways. 9 Walton Street, London SW3 2JD; 44 207 225 1011; ninacampbell.com.

In the department of desktop management, designers strive for sleek and streamlined. The Neo-Flex monitor arm is no exception. It frees up space by clamping to a desk's back, while integrated clips organize cables. Ergonomically, the arm positions a flat-screen monitor to minimize eye, neck, and shoulder strain. 1181 Trapp Road, Saint Paul, MN 55121; 800-888-8458; ergotron.com.

If the hearth is the center of the home, why not decorate it with practical, eye-catching art? The complex horizontal and vertical lines of the Vestal fire screen make a visual feast of flames. Vestal is available in polished white and yellow bronze and blackened steel finishes. P.O. Box 269, 509 Pendleton Point Road, Islesboro, ME 04848; 207-734-8299; lyleandumbach.com.

Geraldine Larkin's collection of wall hangings, which include Wave, deliver glimmer, shimmer, and glamour. Combinations of oxidized sequins, discs, and tubes, embroidered onto canvas, will bring out the diva in any room. 88 Wooster Street, New York, NY 10012; 212-274-0444; therugcompany.info.