And turn up the gas—sink and tub fittings in the Gas range from Rogerseller bring color back to the bathroom. Powder-coated in an utterly modern red, white, blue, or black as well as pop-art fuchsia, the smartly crossed brass handles sport exaggerated labels for "hot" and "cold." Bulky bases have gone down the drain, thanks to the patented "low profile" technology launched with the previous Profilo collection. 587 Church Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3121, Australia; 61-3-9429-8888; rogerseller.com.au. circle 337

From the Cristal de Lalique collection, Papillon features butterflies delicately perched before fluttering away. The carved handles are clear crystal. The rest of the piece is solid brass, available in gold, silver, bronze, rhodium, or 31 other options. 6601 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek, FL 33073; 954-425-8225; thgusa.com. circle 338

James de Givenchy's Krug ice bucket invites quaffers to share in the luxury of Paris in the 1920's. The red-lacquered surface is studded with an extremely rare type of opal. As if that weren't enough, the interior is sterling silver. Vive le luxe! 685 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-421-6222; krug.com. circle 339

The High Speed oven brings the power and versatility of four-star restaurants to residential kitchens. Housed in a 30-inch-wide stainless-steel unit, high-speed, convection, and microwave elements allow amateur enthusiasts to bake, grill, or roast like a pro. There are 201 automatic settings, too. 250 Bobby Jones Expressway, Augusta, GA 30907; 877-435-3287; electroluxusa.com. circle 340

Zoe, the latest in a line of beautiful sinks named after women, dazzles with a combination of nonferrous metals—bronze, stainless steel, brass, copper—and high-tech polymer binders. The result: a material as easy to care for as it is lovely. Basins made from it can take anything the highest-traffic area can dish out, and they won't discolor or spot. 7310 Alondra Boulevard, Paramount, CA 90723; 562-808-2290; batesandbates.com. circle 342

Proving that tradition need not be dull, the Wall Paper collection's double-fired wall and porcelain floor tiles sport florals with a retro Asian flair. Textured field tiles complete the look. Italian Trade Commission, 33 East 67th Street, New York, NY 10021; 212-980-1500; aspiro.it. circle 341

This company's historically accurate reproductions from the mid-20th century now include Pop Art tiles, which undulate in nine shades. Crystal Spectrum glazes are formulated to reinforce the sculptural form of the tiles. Available in 2-by-4 and 4-by-6-inch sizes. 143 Franklin Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-431-4646; urbanarchaeology.com. circle 343

To produce this elegant Round tub, a solid piece of travertine is carved, smoothed with a high-density epoxy stone powder fill—compensating for the marble's natural porosity—and hand-finished with a natural sealer. Delivery of each custom tub takes 10 to 12 weeks. Also offered in other stone types. 213 South Saint Francis Drive, Santa Fe, NM 87501; 505-986-8883; stoneforest.com. circle 344

John Roth dreamed of the perfect outdoor kitchen—and he may have designed it. The stainless OS Royal has a charcoal grill, two cast-iron gas burners, a sink, work space, and storage. The biggest model measures about 76 by 27 by 45 inches. 51 Birkemosevej, 6000 Kolding, Denmark; 45-76-30-15-35; out-standing.dk. circle 345

At 11 1/4 inches tall, the 1600 Series quietly demands a second look. The faucet is available in finishes including polished chrome and PVD. That's short for physical vapor deposition, in other words guaranteed not to scratch, fade, or tarnish—whether in polished brass or nickel, satin brass or nickel, or gleaming gold. 3280 Corporate View Drive, Vista, CA 92081; 877-621-8383; sigmafaucet.com. circle 346

The pretty but hardworking sinks in the Blanco precision 10 line boast a satin finish on 18-gauge stainless steel. With slightly rounded corners, the super single bowl with integral drain board measures 20 by 47 inches; depth is 10 inches. Extras include a stainless-steel colander and a safety-glass cutting board. 110 Mount Holly Bypass, Lumberton, NJ 08048; 800-451-5782; blancoamerica.com. circle 347

Nature inspired the Pod collection's salad servers and olive dishes. Formed according to ancient forging and casting techniques, each piece combines steel and oxidized bronze. A branch motif unifies both sets, the olive dishes featuring a smaller one for pits. 2102 83rd Street, North Bergen, NJ 07047; 201-758-2551; michaelaram.com. circle 348

A teapot by Daga Kopala, the porcelain Dictator brooks no nonsense. But twin spouts are more forgiving, allowing lefties and righties to pour with equal ease. No word on conservatives and liberals. 107 Sullivan Street, New York, NY 10012; 805-451-4958; modusdesign.com. circle 349

The sunny Summertime collection blends rustic and modern to come up with a "new country" style of stoneware tiles, available in red, yellow, brown, terra-cotta, blue, cream, beige, and gray. Standard tiles measure 8½ by 12 inches. Add variety or define structural details with border tiles, either 2½ by 12 or 3 by 8½. 3 South Middlesex Avenue, Monroe Township, NJ 08831; 877-505-5350; villeroy-boch.com. circle 350

Both C.J. O'Neill and Hannah Tofalos Homeware charm by combining retro transfer-ware patterns and bone-china forms. Consider plates by O'Neill as well as salt and pepper shakers, stackable egg cups, and pitchers by Tofalos. 5 Oak Street, Manchester M4 5JD, U.K.; 44-161-834-3722; makemebuydesign.co.uk. circle 351

Apparently, black is really back. At least when combined with gray in this series of compositional tiles sporting 1970's-style oversize florals. Our favorite is Helleborus. But Dandelion, Poppy Flower, and Daisy also have attitude to spare. Italian Trade Commission, 33 East 67th Street, New York, NY 10021; 212-980-1500; cerviva.it. circle 353

If God is in the details, this simple robe hook is clearly divine. It's part of the S1 collection of bathroom accessories, all made of machined recycled brass and injection-molded Zamak, a zinc alloy. Finishes of polished chrome, matte chrome, or polished nickel are all corrosion-resistant. Amen. 10380 NW 53rd Street, Sunrise, FL 33351; 888-766-4287; sonia-sa.com. circle 352

Outgrown that plastic shower radio? With their moisture-resistant powder-coated grilles, a matched pair of 70-watt two-way Mr. Steam's In-Shower speakers are ready to belt out crystal-clear music from almost any source. 151 Carlingview Drive, Unit 12, Rexdale, Ontario M9W 5S4, Canada; 416-675-3434; nortesco.com. circle 355

The Jura-Capresso Impressa Z6 will automatically grind the beans, steam and froth the milk, tamp the grind, brew the coffee, and pour it through a double nozzle into two waiting cups—like the perfect barista. All that and style, too? Observe such details as the drip tray of hand-polished die-cast zinc. Measures 12 1/5 inches wide, 14½ high, and a touch over 17 deep. 81 Ruckman Road, Closter, NJ 07624; 800-767-3554; capresso.com. circle 354

Delightful Napoli invites escapist bathers to sink into its smooth, organic form. The extra-large freestanding soaker—75 inches long, 34 wide, and 19½ high—is made of white Englishcast, a blend of volcanic limestone and high-performance resins that helps maintain water temperature. 1201 Main Street, Suite 1980, Columbia, SC 29201; 800-421-7189; englishtubs.com. circle 356

Unleash any bathroom's inner child with Domino by Interior Design Hall of Famer Matteo Thun. Each of these radiator modules from Radiatori Tubor carries an individual connection for easy wall installation. At slightly under 8 inches square, the die-cast aluminum units are offered in a glossy or satin finish. Via dell'Informatica, 28804 San Bernardino Verbano, Italy; 39-0323-553572; tubor.com. circle 357