Accessories

Staff -- Interior Design, 10/31/2006 12:00:00 AM

Bev Hisey

Canadian textile designer Bev Hisey was inspired to create the Carpet Floor Cushions when she noticed the 20-inch square samples of her rug designs were the perfect size for lounging. The beckoning cushions are hand knotted in India and come in a choice of 6 geometric die cut patterns: Pedal, Moroccan, Worm, Husky, Anise, and Umbellifera. 1066 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M6J 1W8; 416-703-3418; bevhisey.com. circle 780

Samuel & Sons

The geometric and modern Oxford Border features a symmetrical cross weave pattern. The 2 inch wide mercerized cotton border is made in England and is available in 17 colors, including Snowdrop, Chartreuse, Persimmon, and Tabasco/Natural. 983 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-704-8000; samuelandsons.com. circle 781

Rosemary Hallgarten

A lone feather perched on a handbag inspired rug and accessory designer Rosemary Hallgarten to create the Feather Pillow. Handmade by local artisans in Peru using wool from free-roaming Alpacas, the white pillow with multicolored design can also be ordered in custom hues. Each pillow measures 20 inches square. 1 Simms Street, Suite 250, San Rafael, CA 94901; 415-456-2588; rosemaryhallgarten.com. circle 785

Chilewich

Innovative textile designer Sandy Chilewich continues to explore the possibilities of her original textural materials with the Abstract placemat series. The designer forms her Spun Vynyl textile into abstract lacelike patterns for the asymmetrical mats. Shown in Grass, Java, Slate, and black, they are also available in moss, sand, white, and teal. Each placemat is approximately 14 by 19 inches. 44 East 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016; 212-679-9204; chilewich.com. circle 782

Greystone Home

As the season for hibernation approaches, the Rete candlestick is perfect for intimate nights in. Handblown using a filigree technique that layers black and brown threads over clear glass for textural effect, each candlestick is 17½ inches high. 152 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019; 866-473-9826; greystonehomecollection.com. circle 784

TableArt

The circular sweep of the Piatto Piega is echoed in the spiral patterns found in each handmade Murano glass piece. This striking designs measure 20 ½ inches in diameter. The bowls are available in orange, ivory, and yellow. 7977 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046; 323-653-8278; tartontheweb.com. circle 783

Farrago Design

Inspired by Lewis Carroll's Alice looking through the other side of the mirror, Manhattan-based designer Reeta Gyamlani conjured up the Mannara mirror. The textural metal frame is available in 105 colors and the size can be customized. 504 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY 10012; 212-473-7191; farragodesign.com. circle 786

Cake

Kevin Williams, a partner in the Brooklyn based design firm, Make Product Development designed this Huge Bowl to push the functional boundaries of a bowl. The striking stoneware sculpture can be used as a fruit bowl, a wall hanging, or a distinctive vase with 12 holes for blossoms. It comes in white and is 14 inches in diameter. 160 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231; 718-797-9180; cakellc.com. circle 787

Anichini

Shun the winter chill as you burrow down with the lush Silvia throw. Squares of tone on tone dots are hand quilted on a ground of lightweight cashmere and cotton. In natural taupe, it is backed with Raso sateen, and is available in king, queen, and by the square foot sizes. 4 Larkin Road, Tunbridge, VT 05077; 800-553-5309; anichini.com. circle 791

Aswoon/Susan Woods Studio

Drawing inspiration from the natural patterns and color of curved poplar plywood, Brooklyn based designer Susan Woods's Vertical Wave is an undulating eye-catcher in addition to being a room divider. The divider is part of the 15-piece New Wave line of bent poplar plywood furniture. The screen measures 7 feet high by 3 feet wide. The Brooklyn Navy Yard, 63 Flushing Avenue #347, Brooklyn, NY 11205; 718-858-7006; aswoon.com. circle 788

Sutherland

Designer Robert Kuo took his inspiration for the Kuo Hare statuary from the Chinese Zodiac. The handcarved Chinese marble hare represents longevity and is part of a collection of outdoor sculpture, garden vessels, and cachepots for this manufacturer. Available in antique finishes, it is 36 inches in length and 16 inches wide. 168 Regal Row, Dallas, TX 75247; 800-717-8325; sutherlandteak.com. circle 789

Missoni Home

This fashion house's latest home collection showcases the exuberant patterns and vibrant palette that have made them fashion world darlings. The Passionflower cushion, the Jacaranda striped floor cushion, the Botanica circular rugs, and the Harpo striped blanket are the latest lively additions. 234 West 39th Street, New York, NY 10018; 212-719-2338; missonihome.com. circle 790

Unison

Husband and wife design team Alicia Rosauer and Robert Segal's debut collection of bedding features graphic linear patterns in unexpected hues. The Martin pairs sunny colors such as Lilac, Citrus, and Sky Blue, with slim white stripes. Made in Portugal, the 220 thread count cotton percale duvets and pillowcases come in king or queen sizes with snap closures. 2000 West Fulton Street, Studio F-109, Chicago, IL 60612; 312-492-7960; unisonhome.com. circle 797

Donghia

The Yin Yang collection of hand-blown Venetian glass vases feature two vases in one curvaceous silhouette. The reversible glass vessels open from both ends offering new possibilities for display. The hourglass shapes pieces are available in 6, 12, or 20-inch heights and come in smoke, Citrine, or aquamarine tinted glass. 485 Broadway, New York, NY 10013; 800-366-4442; donghia.com. circle 792

Frette

Better hurry! This renowned Italian luxury linen line has produced only 100 of their opulent Sophia duvet set. The limited edition garnet silk and natural linen jacquard boasts a thread count of 1350 and is named after Queen Sophia of Bourbon who fought with her troops during Italy's unification and wore her war medals on her ball gowns. 799 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021; 800-353-7388; frette.com. circle 793

Walters Wicker

You'll want to celebrate the Fiesta screen's undulating horizontal waves and graceful s-curved form. Rich chocolate brown leather is wrapped around the iron screen for an effect that is both architectural and sensuous. The screen measures 65 by 68 by 11 inches. 65 Bancker Street, Englewood, NJ 07631; 201-567-2000; walterswicker.com. circle 794

Russell + Hazel

If Mary Tyler Moore had one it would have been tossed in the air. The Audrey file tote is a glamorous hybrid of handbag with a file box. Measuring 11 ½ by 12 ¾ inches, both the 5 and 8 pocket versions come in a choice of glossy black or white. The detachable leather straps are offered in Saddle Brown, white, black, and Mustard. 901 Third Street North, Suite 115, Minneapolis, MN 55401; 888-254-5837; russellandhazel.com. circle 796

Le Dauphin

Thank designer Barbara Tanner for this stylish and functional umbrella. Her Jade Dragon umbrella and bag were inspired by early 18th century Chinese export porcelain. The umbrella measures 6 feet in diameter and tilts 360 degrees; the handmade bag is a 16-inch square and is 6 inches deep. Both are available in White Coral and Blue Anthos; beach blankets are also available. 17 Sarah's Way, East Hampton, New York 11937; 631-873-8604; ledauphindesign.com. circle 795

Hafele America

Desk space at a premium? The smart design of the Ellipta monitor support system allows users to save valuable desktop real estate and easily rotate their flat computer screens 180 degrees. The dye cast aluminum and stainless steel arm can extend up to 21 inches and supports monitors from 6 to 16 pounds. The Ellipta is available in two desk mounting options, a clamp mount or a through mount. 3901 Cheyenne Drive, Archdale, NC 27263; 800-423-3531; hafele.com. circle 798

Magnuson Group

Looking to update the simple, plebian umbrella stand? There is nothing traditional about the airy Thor. In clear glass with a stainless steel base, it's a modern update on an age-old standard. 1400 Internationale Parkway, Woodridge, IL 60517; 800-342-5725; magnusongroup.com. circle 803

Miele

Known for their virtually silent appliances and trendsetting designs, the new S5 series of vacuums are the company's quietest ones yet. The streamlined design comes in 6 retro-inspired colors, boasts a 20-year life expectancy, and custom brush attachments for your specific floors. 9 Independence Way, Princeton, NJ 08540; 800-843-7231; miele.com. circle 799

Intermarc Europe

Scientists Conrad Habicht and Albert Einstein's theoretical principles of bioclimates suggests that high concentrations of oxygen ions cause people to recover from illness faster. The Cloud ionizer produces a high oxygen bioclimate that claims to neutralize odors and to destroy asthma causing pollen, bacteria, and spores. The filterless design measures 9 inches high and 5 ½ inches wide. Pioenrooslaan 8, 2292 DC Wateringen, The Netherlands; 31-174-293066; thecloud.nu. circle 800

Crypton

Michael Graves reflected on his time in Italy as a young architecture student to inspire his new fabric collection for this manufacturer. Two of the graphic yet bucolic scenes were chosen for the bag. Globetrotters will rejoice that the sleek totes are stain, moisture, odor, and bacteria resistant. The Umbrian Landscape bags measure 9 by 12 inches with a depth of 2 inches. 6745 Daly Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322; 800-279-7866; cryptonfabric.com. circle 802

Alessi

While designing this manufacturer's showroom in Soho, architect-designer Hani Rashid found time to create a line of desk accessories for the company as well. Rashid sees each of the 5 pieces in his Desktop Architecture as micro architecture. The Trina pencil cup in aluminum casting with a glossy finish is 6 inches high and 3 / inches wide. 155 Spring Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10012; 212-431-1310; alessi.com. circle 801