Kitchen and Bath Products

Agape: With the sleek Woodline range of bathtubs and washbasins, Benedini Associati miraculously makes plywood posh. Available in natural oak or a wenge-stained finish. 79 Via Po Barna, 46031 Correggio, Micheli, Bagnolo San Vito, Mantua, Italy; 39-0376-250311; www.agapedesign.it. circle 329

Kallista: This sophisticated island, with a Carrara marble countertop and an oversize sink, is part of For Loft, Michael Smith's latest kitchen-and-bath collection. Although informed by an industrial sensibility, the lines are softened to work in a number of settings. 444 Highland Drive, Kohler, WI 53044; 888-452-5547; www.kallistainc.com. circle 330

Kohler: Made of cast iron, the Oceanview utility sink is just the place to rinse muddy boots or give Fido a bath. The fixture measures 48 inches long and 7 inches deep. 444 Highland Drive, Kohler, WI 53044; 800-456-4537; www.kohler.com. circle 331

Alessi: Cartoon-worthy curves inform Alessi's first foray into bathroom fixtures. But be patient. These faucets, accessories, and sanitary ware, designed by Stefano Giovannoni, probably won't bestow their brand of bathroom humor on the U.S. for another year. 155 Spring Street, New York, NY 10012; 212-431-1310. circle 332

Vetrosystems: The sinuous lines of the Le Cob bath, created by Joseph Licciardi, welcome serious soaking. Designed to marry ergonomics and luxury, the freestanding bath features pristine glass sides and a supportive interior form made from DuPont Corian. 399 Gore Street, Fitzroy, Victoria 3065, Australia; 51-3-9486-0844; www.vetrosystems.com. circle 333

Columbo: The Viva soap dish might be small, but it already looks destined for a big design future. Orion Hardware, 80 Marycroft Avenue, Unit 2, Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 5Y5, Canada; 905-850-8456; www.orionhardware.com. circle 334

Duravit: Vanity units, sideboards, mirrors, and medicine cabinets from the In the Mood collection deftly mix color and light. Glass panels are available in transparent blue, orange, or white; shelves are backlit. Frames can be specified in light maple, white aluminum, and white wood. Created by Sieger Design, the program is based on 14-inch modular squares. Plus, vanity units accommodate practically any sink. 1750 Breckinridge Parkway, Duluth, GA 30096; 888-387-2848; www.duravit.com. circle 335

Driade: Kuoko is equal parts ergonomic and elegant. 30 Via Manzoni, 20121 Milan, Italy; 39-02-7602-3098; www.driade.com. circle 336

Boffi: The recessed stainless-steel Cut tap by Mario Tessarollo and Tiberio Cerato exhibits a minimal profile and maximum style. 31 1¼2 Greene Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-431-8282. circle 337

Dornbracht USA: Successfully introduced last year, the Interiors collection of bath furnishings has expanded. Among the topflight European designers commissioned for 2002 are Jean Marie Massaud, Christophe Pillet, and Rodolfo Dordoni, whose smart shelf system is shown here. 1700 Executive Drive, Suite 600, Duluth, GA 30096; 800-774-1181; www.dornbracht.com. circle 338