Furniture

Staff -- Interior Design, 10/31/2005 12:00:00 AM

Ralph Pucci

Put nature on high with Chris Lehrecke's Pedestal side tables. Available in four sizes, the square- or round-topped pieces are mounted on solid-wood bases that naturally develop splits and cracks over time. Choose from walnut, cherry, white oak, maple, or ash, all with a rubbed-oil finish. The stem is blackened steel. Through Ralph Pucci International, 44 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011; 212-633-0452; ralphpucci.com. circle 480

Magis

Michael Young's MY082 table features an MDF top in white, beige, or gray anthracite on an injection-molded polypropylene base in white, brown, green, orange, or gray anthracite. It is offered in two sizes. Via Magnadola 15, 31045 Motta di Livenza, Treviso, Italy; 39-0422-862600; magisdesign.com. circle 481

Topdeq

Brighten any room or office with the Tavola Luce side table, which is both furniture and lighting in one. With its cube-within-a-cube design, it's comprised of a translucent white light in a clear acrylic box. 3 Security Drive, Suite 303, Cranbury, NJ 08512; 866-876-3300; topdeq.com. circle 482

CCN International

Integrate more than 20 components into the Tehra administrative workstation. Finished in engineered veneer (in blonde, spice, mocha, espresso, or taupe) and a proprietary, machined MDF in bronze, gunmetal, or pewter, it features a recessed channel below the work surface that accommodates a range of accessories. 200 Lehigh Street, Geneva, NY 14456; 315-789-4400; ccnintl.com. circle 483

Bernhardt Design

The Michelle occasional and coffee tables create a circular argument for simplicity. Each consists of a round glass top recessed on a solid-maple base with elegantly tapering legs in one of 16 standard finishes. 1839 Morganton Boulevard, Lenoir, NC 28645; 866-634-0191; bernhardtdesign.com. circle 486

Dakota Jackson

The handsome Grand dining table lives up to its name. Both its veneered top and base (shown in macassar ebony) have a clear polyester-resin finish and are detailed with contrasting inlay (shown in European sycamore). Available in a wide range of wood groups, it's extendable with two matching leaves and stands on polished-steel feet. 979 Third Avenue, Suite 407, New York, NY 10022; 212-838-9444; dakotajackson.com. circle 484

Giorgetti

Designed for both home and office, the IVI table looks equally good as a conference or dining table. It comes with a rectangular or oval top and base, and its polished-maple veneer can be stained in natural hues from light to dark. Its base rests on a painted-aluminum column plinth, and some models offer self-storing, retractable extension leaves. 300 Frank W. Burr Boulevard, Teaneck, NJ 07666; 888-836-9100; giorgettiusa.com. circle 485

Hivemindesign

Rune is a clever take on the four-poster bed. Its solid-poplar bedposts come from a single turned member that's been sliced into quarters. With an inward orientation, they create the effect of a cube that's been carved from within. Available in queen and king sizes. 27 Montrose Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206; 718-782-3539; hivemindesign.com. circle 487

Speke Klein

Part of this firm's first bedroom collection, the sophisticated and understated Petit Fours cabinet comes in black walnut or white oak, with a clear lacquer finish. Its two or four veneered doors are set in a solid-wood frame, complemented by stainless-steel hardware. 285 Elm Street East, Durham, Ontario N0G 1R0, Canada; 800-806-3006; spekeklein.com. circle 491

Smith & Watson

The mahogany Sheraton game table recalls an era of leisurely elegance. A tooled-leather backgammon board hides beneath a chessboard of satin and rosewood inlay. Flip the chessboard over, and you get a figured mahogany top; two side drawers store game pieces. Other wood finishes, including fruitwood and walnut, are available. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 801, New York, NY 10016; 212-686-6444; smith-watson.com. circle 488

Councill

With classic saber legs and a sunburst veneer top that continues onto its apron, the 2004-302ME table struts Biedermeier influences. Options include macassar ebony, mahogany, or Mozambique veneers in a choice of two finishes. P.O. Box 398, Denton, NC 27239; 800-624-9018; councill.com. circle 490

Sawaya & Moroni

Scratch beneath the surface of Tim Watson's Baschenis sideboard. Mounted on an aluminum frame, its doors and drawer fronts feature a continuous diaper pattern in a Brazilian walnut veneer that's been cut to reveal the contrasting light beech underneath. Via Manzoni 11, 20121 Milan, Italy; 39-02-86-395-212; sawayamoroni.com. circle 489

Niedermaier

See what you want, and hide what you don't with the M side table. Its wood drawers—in white (shown), oak, or maple—support a shelf beneath a clear Lucite top. The legs and drawer handles are polished stainless steel. 400 North Oakley Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60612; 312-492-9400; niedermaier.com. circle 492

Jonathan Adler

Lighten up any room with the retro-glam Channing console table. Its smooth, durable wood-fiber hardboard top comes in a dove-white lacquer finish. Its polished-nickel base adds a little sparkle. Accompanied by a buffet and end table. 1650 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 710, McLean, VA 22102; 877-287-1910; jonathanadlerfurniture.com. circle 493

DESU Design

Follow the swank lines of the Sway table. Its acid-etched, sandblasted, laminated, or back-painted glass top is bracketed by a swerving, white powdercoated-aluminum frame. Custom colors are available. 174 North 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211; 646-729-9089; desudesign.com. circle 496

Espasso

Create your own coffee table with the Arcos line. Two or more of its iron arches—sold separately, in brushed steel or an array of enameled colors—form the base for a glass top that's made to order. 8444 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90069; 323-653-0023; espasso.com. circle 495

Ducduc

Baby might be fussy; the solid-hardwood Austin crib is anything but. Its standard white lacquered rails are supported by a frame in a white or khaki hand-rubbed, cerused oak (shown) or walnut finish. An optional conversion kit turns the crib into a toddler bed. 524 Broadway, No. 206, New York, NY 10012; 212-226-1868; ducducnyc.com. circle 494

Victoria Hagan

With a slender top and shelf supported on a pair of open rectangular frames, the Warner console feels both airy and light. The solid-mahogany base, available in an array of standard finishes, is outfitted with flush caps and feet in nickel or brass. 654 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021; 212-888-3241; victoriahaganhome.com. circle 497

Aponwao

For its limited-edition Frames collection, this firm has whimsically applied picture-frame moldings to vintage 1950's credenzas, armoires, and cabinets. These dimensional striations hide functioning drawers and doors underneath. Customized pieces, in a variety of picture-frame colors and finishes, are available. 4040 NE Second Avenue, Suite 411, Miami, FL 33137; 305-576-1787; luisponsd-lab.com. circle 498

Brian Fireman

You'll swoon over the graceful lines of the Heron table. Sculpted by hand in solid walnut or cherry, its top is embellished with a highly figured crotch grain. It can also be made in custom sizes. 85 State Street, Asheville, NC 28806; 828-712-6660; brianfiremandesign.com. circle 499

Three H

This manufacturer expands its versatile Go series with the new Asymmetric work surface and Mobile personal-storage unit. The laminate work surface, in one of 28 standard colors, comes on panel or post legs with four modesty-panel variations. The storage units are fully customizable with a range of components. 1 Radley Hill Road, New Liskeard, Ontario P0J 1P0, Canada; 800-767-5374; three-h.com. circle 501

Halcon

Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the Medio conference table anticipates a wireless future while still accommodating present needs. Drawers and a reveal under its table surface—which comes in an array of wood veneers and Chemcolor finishes—integrate cables and other connections so discreetly that, one day, no one will notice when all the wires are gone. 1811 Second Avenue NW, Stewart- ville, MN 55976; 507-533-9106; halcon corp.com. circle 500

HBF Textiles

Barbara Barry's Slice tables feature delicately tapered legs topped by a "slice" of white Corian. Available as a coffee or end table, in two sizes each, it also comes with either round or oval tops in maple veneer. 900 12th Street Drive NW, Hickory, NC 28601; 800-801-8033; hbf.com. circle 502

e15 Design + Distribution

The refined, natural look this company is known for is now even easier to bring into the office with a new range of precision-crafted wire-management accessories: Busy, which is freestanding; Part, which also acts as a privacy panel; and the hanging Clear, which clamps to the desktop. All are of powdercoated, folded aluminum and are offered in an array of colors. Through Cornell + Munzer, 431 NE 94th Street, Miami Shores, FL 33138; 305-757-5882; e15.com. circle 503

Baccarat

The Crystal table, part of Philippe Starck's Darkside collection, gives the Louis XVI style a glittering, modern expression. Available in three sizes, it has a mirrored glass top that rests on an aluminum frame, which, in turn, is dazzlingly encased in fluted Baccarat crystal. Its feet are also aluminum. 625 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 800-777-0100; baccarat.com. circle 504

Groupe Lacasse

This manufacturer has gone to the head of the class with its new Educational Furniture line. Its steel and laminate desks, tables, carrels, and storage and shelving units have been designed for schools and libraries with safety features like anti-tilt shelves and extra-durable components that can easily be replaced. The wide range of standard colors and finishes also makes the grade. 99 St. Pierre, St. Pie, Quebec J0H 1W0, Canada; 888-522-2773; groupelacasse.com. circle 505

FontanaArte

Architect Renzo Piano has brought his design and engineering prowess to the Teso six-shelf bookcase. As with an accompanying three-shelf console, the glass shelves and vertical glass panels are held together using tension from chromed metal ties. 64 North Moore Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-334-1050; fontanaarte.com. circle 506

Vitra

Jasper Morrison has done it again with his Plate coffee table. Combining understated style with simplicity, it comes in four sizes with a top in Carrara marble, white MDF, or veneered oak in a frame of painted aluminum and steel. 29 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10014; 212-463-5750; vitra.com. circle 507

Wonk

Clutter disappears underneath the hinged, lift-up tops of the Mod Quad coffee table. Its base comes in six wood veneers; the tops are available in ten lacquer colors. 68 Jay Street, No. 101, Brooklyn, NY 11201; 718-596-8026; wonknyc.com. circle 508

B&B Italia

Designer Paola Piva's Athos table can seat up to 12 people, thanks to its telescoping extension leaves. As with an accompanying console and bench, the top is available in satin varnish or oak veneer (in gray, brown, light brushed, and cognac finishes), and the drawn steel base is either nickel-varnished or bright chromed. 150 East 58th Street, New York, NY 10155; 800-872-1697; bebitalia.it. circle 509

Jan Jander

The coolly modern Table i lies low with a top and cross-base of smooth, 3/4-inch concrete in integral gray, black, white, or red. You can also choose from varying degrees of matte and reflective finishes, and customize the table's height. 321 South Sang-amon Street, Suite 910, Chicago, IL 60607; 205-218-3510; janjanderad.com. circle 512

Teknion

Make room for the Almanac storage system. Its cabinet, mobile pedestal, mobile credenza, lateral file, and other storage units are 20 inches deep. Whether freestanding or integrated with other of the manufacturer's products, all can be finished in glass, wood veneer, metal, or one of over 40 standard paint colors. 12000 Horizon Way, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054; 856-596-7608; teknion.com. circle 511

Armani Casa

The Paris side table brings back the luxe look and feel of art deco. Its checkerboard pattern comes in mosaic stone (shown) or one of five contrasting wood inlay combinations. Or, select from shagreen, crocodile-embossed leather, embossed woven leather, and onyx surface treatments. 97 Greene Street, New York, NY 10012; 212-334-1271; armanicasa.com. circle 510

Richard Wrightman Designs

You get several tables in one with the Matthiessen Type 2 coffee table. Collapsible solid-walnut scissor legs, with leather straps, support a walnut-veneer removable tray and adjust to console and bar heights. It comes in oiled or limed wood finishes. 44-01 11th Street, Long Island City, NY 11101; 646-382-4904; rwrightmandesign.com. circle 513

Esrawe Diseño

Understated yet bold, the freestanding Zumto media unit, part of a collection that also includes a separate chest and cabinet, contrasts shelves, drawers, and storage in walnut, birch, or wengé veneer against a standard white lacquered MDF backboard. All are customizable. Alfonso Reyes No. 58 Local, Col. Condesa 06140, Mexico; 52-55-5553-9611; esrawe.com. circle 514

Dessin Fournir

Inspired by an early 20th-century French design, the Portage side table for Gérard is an interlocking composition of hand-forged iron bands that cause the table to look different from every angle. It's finished in antiqued silver leaf, with a circular top in glass. 308 West Mill, Plainville, KS 67663; 785-434-2777; dessinfournir.com. circle 515

John Boone

The Directoire library table, part of the Paul M. Jones collection, is richly adorned with a pierced gallery and shagreen top and shelf. Its two-tier frame is of solid brass in a light bronzed finish. Custom sizes and variations are available. 1059 Third Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10021; 212-758-0012; johnbooneinc.com. circle 517

Donghia

The carved-oak or -maple front of the three-drawer Cosmopolitan commode boasts classical, Palladian proportions and a symmetrical organization. It's available in a limited number of finishes, and as a larger, nine-drawer console and two-drawer end table. 485 Broadway, New York, NY 10013; 800-366-4442; donghia.com. circle 516

Lisa Albin Design

Lisa Albin has grown her Igloo line of children's furniture by adding the Lima table. Available in two sizes, its cheerful, organically shaped top in cherry veneer plywood is embedded with colorful plastic coasters and stands on green painted-wood legs. 947 President Street, No. 1, Brooklyn, NY 11215; 718-622-0047; iglookids.com. circle 518

Gufram

When closed, Babele looks like a playful tree. But fold down its lacquered-wood "leaves," and it becomes a multi-tier side table. Its tubular-steel stem is mounted on a marble base, while its tops, each a different shade of green, rotate 180 degrees. Via Fraschetti 27, 10070 Balangero (TO), Italy; 39-0123-346910; gufram.com. circle 519

Milder Office

This manufacturer's library shelving provides a flexible and affordable solution. Constructed of brushed-anodized-aluminum uprights and plywood—in a range of clear and colored tints and custom laminates—it's made to order in both single and back-to-back double modules. 181 North 11th Street, No. 305, Brooklyn, NY 11211; 718-387-0767; milderoffice.com. circle 521

Zanotta

Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, Todd Bracher's Tod side table is as fun as it is functional. Its overhanging top can project over one's seat so that drinks are never far away. Made of polypropylene, it comes in six glossy lacquer colors. Through Domus Design Collection, 181 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016; 212-658-0800; ddcnyc.com. circle 520

Nucraft

Saber training tables offer both flexibility and connectivity. With sustainable wheatboard-core tops in wood or laminate on aluminum frames, they come in stationary, nesting, and folding-leg configurations. Built-in wire management, as well as optional modesty panels, castors, ganging connectors, and table-top power access, enhances its capabilities. 5151 West River Drive, Comstock Park, MI 49321; 877-682-7238; nucraft.com. circle 522

Wendell Castle

As its name implies, the Tokyo table is inspired by traditional Japanese design. Its ample top (shown with center extension leaf) rests on flared plank legs, all in solid walnut and walnut veneer in natural, ebonized, Sherburne, or Olmsted finishes. 9 Lent Avenue, LeRoy, NY 14482; 866-999-4266; wendellcastlecollection.com. circle 526

Longhi

Matte or glossy? You can have both with the 090XL table series. Available in three sizes, its glass surface is lacquered in brown or white, and extends with leaves in wengé or ovangkol that match its chamfered frame and legs. Via Indipendenza 143, 20036 Meda (MI), Italy; 39-0362-341074; longhi.it. circle 523

Varaschin

The Prado sideboard with silk-screened images is available in limed, gray, or wengé-finished oak veneer, and a range of high-gloss and matte lacquers on wood. Its doors come in frosted, smoked, or red or white lacquered glass. Through CGS Group, 71 West 23rd Street, No. 715, New York, NY 10010; 212-366-1777; momentoitalia.com. circle 525

Odegard

Inspired by the arts of India, Alison Spears's White Metal coffee table brings old-world craftsmanship to a simple, modern form. Accompanied by side and console tables, it shimmers in riveted-metal sheets with hand-hammered detailing. Brass, copper, and silver variations are also available. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1206, New York, NY 10016; 800-670-8836; odegardinc.com. circle 524