Hospitality Products

Edited by Karen D. Singh -- Interior Design, 4/1/2007 12:00:00 AM

Let the Waltz Begin

Next time you want to evoke the belle epoque—but playfully—try Hanging Chandeliers from Valley Forge Fabrics. Designed by Thomas Schoos, this faux-leather wall covering is actually made from PVC. The 54-inch-wide pattern comes in standard colorways, including black-on-white, or custom options. 2981 Gateway Drive, Pompano Beach, FL 33069; 800-223-7979; valleyforge.com. circle 388

Playing With Fire

Make the fireplace a showplace. Cathy Azria's custom sculptures for B+D Design glow in the flames and even animate a fireless hearth with abstract organic forms. Choose from the steel rods of the Bonfire group or the iron rings of Loop versions. Park Mews, Unit 2, 213-215 Kilburn Lane, London W10 4BQ, U.K.; 44-20-8964-5355; bd-designs.co.uk. circle 389

Felix Spicer Designs

Step back to the 19th century with the Hairpin Collection 1's exquisite patterns hand-printed on linen or cotton-linen from Ireland and Belgium. Based on Felix Spicer's personal collection of French and Italian hairpins, the delicate shapes conjure up a world of bustles and lace handkerchiefs, sure to earn the approval of the strictest great-grandmother. 141 Pancras Road, London NW1 1UN, U.K.; 44-20-7383-5157; felixspicer.co.uk. circle 390

Milliken & Company

To jazz up existing carpet patterns, this manufacturer has introduced the five European-influenced Funky Graphic color moods. Take Jungle Fever—the browns, greens, turquoises, and reds are happening, man. Check out Purple Haze, Color Spot, Duo Tone, and Fade to Grey, too. 201 Lukken Industrial Drive West, LaGrange, GA 30240; 800-334-7740; millikencarpet.com. circle 391

Thermique Technologies

Give hotel guests the spa treatment in their own rooms with this towel warmer. The panel of electrically heated glass in the 28-by-36-inch frame assures no noise, no leakage, and automatic shut off. The frame is available in polished nickel, brushed nickel, polished brass, and chrome, and the glass can be etched with a monogram or corporate logo. 2857 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60608; 312-326-9193; thermiquetechnologies.com. circle 392

Brentano

Feel like the king of the jungle? Head for Amazon's oversize two-tone snakeskin pattern offered in 11 colorways, such as pale pink, soft celadon, chocolate brown, and deep red. Made of polyurethane, the textile can take high-traffic punishment—up to 100,000 Wyzenbeek double-rubs—and resists all solvents, including alcohol and bleach. 1451 Paddock Drive, Northbrook, IL 60062; 800-338-7210; brentanofabrics.com. circle 394

Downtown

Go ahead, get comfortable. The Canopy armchair checks in at 5 feet tall, 2 feet deep, and 2 feet 2 inches wide. Its frame is alder wood, available in custom finishes. 719 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069; 310-652-7461; downtown20.net. circle 393

Livinglass

Want more life in your glass? From the Tresor collection, Geode Black features crystal-studded stones floating in resin. Folia riffs on the theme using colored resin. Products in both lines qualify as impact-resistant safety glass, thanks to a polymer interlayer. Custom lengths go up to 10 feet 6 inches; widths extend to 5 feet for Tresor and 4 feet for Folia. 920 Calle Negocio, Unit F, San Clemente, CA 92673; 800-846-0245; livinglass.com. circle 395

Platonic Fireplace Company

Can't find the perfect fireplace? Order a Firescheme. Architect Henry Harrison will design afresh or adapt from his existing range. This custom fireplace has a steel extraction system for a space with no chimney. The gas fire comes from an invisible "Socrates burner" on the limestone shelf. Phoenix Wharf, Eel Pie Island, Twickenham TW1 3DY, U.K.; 44-20-8891-5904; platonicfireplaces.co.uk. circle 396

Questech

For designers who've watched spilled red wine ruin their lovely stone tile, there's help. Q-Seal is a factory-applied sealer guaranteed, for life, to protect this company's line of tumbled-marble tiles from water and other stains. Go ahead, butterfingers, order the sangria. 92 Park Street, Rutland, VT 05701; 802-773-1228; questech.com. circle 397

Moore & Giles

It may be inspired by vintage doctor's bags, but this leather supplier's Berkeley whispers of weekend getaways, not a house call from your friendly GP. Third-generation Italian artisans stain and burnish the rich mock croc, highlighting its peaks and valleys. 1081 Tannery Row, Forest, VA24551; 800-737-0169; mooreandgilesinc.com. circle 399

Etro

Add a dash of old-world romance to public spaces with Agapanthus, a ravishing paisley. This cotton-wool blend jacquard measures 55 inches wide, with a vertical repeat of 24 4/5 inches and a horizontal repeat of 28 inches. Available in multicolor and Carmino. clarencehouse.com. circle 398

Stark Carpet Corporation

Flat weave rises to new heights in the Howard Slatkin Collection of wool rugs. Apollo features fluid shapes that shift in direction and color, while Henri is a tonal botanical. Both have solid borders and come in custom colorways. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-752-9000; starkcarpet.com. circle 400

Silver State

The Clean Living line of high-performance suede and vinyl is on a campaign against dirt. The suede option features stain-release technology and moisture-barrier protection, while four embossed-vinyl offerings battle all manner of bacteria. The 17 patterns come in colors including Sahara, chili, Terra, acorn, mocha, and mahogany. 1010 West 2610 South Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84119; 800-453-5777; silverstatefabrics.com. circle 401

Innovations

Valencia evokes the sun-drenched Spanish coast, capturing the look of traditional raffia—but with an eco twist. Made from sustainable cellulose, the wall covering is recyclable, breathable, and offered in 10 colorways, among them Monte, Sal, Tierra, Campo, and Palma. 150 Varick Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10013; 800-227-8053; innovationsusa.com. circle 402

Calvin Fabrics

Explore the ancient Middle East with Anatolian Kilim. This fabric boasts the strong geometry and scale of a kilim rug—without size limits or scratchiness. The cotton-linen blend is soft yet can withstand 30,000 Wyzenbeek double rubs. Available in two colorways, Roots & Berries and Water & Flowers. 2064 Lars Way, Medford, OR 97501; 541-732-1996; henrycalvin.com. circle 403

Spinneybeck

A pebbly texture distinguishes Copenhagen, a full-grain leather designed by Dorothy Cosonas. It's tanned with an extract from the Tara tree, which enables the leather's natural markings to show through very light colors—in this case 14 of them. 425 Crosspoint Parkway, Getzville, NY 14068; 800-482-7777; spinneybeck.com. circle 404