Asian Expression

Adding a little polish to the bath is the Asana Bamboo sink. Merging matte and mirrored finishes elevates a basic stainless bowl to a subtle artistic statement. Nice! elkayusa.com

Hang It All

Everything in its place. That goes double for the Erika storage system, where each wall panel is designed specifically to house a particular item; there's even one for a sink. So choose [or should we say curate] your kitchen essentials—from spoons to coffee filters to goblets—with care. moormann.de

Tradition with a Twist

The inventive palette of materials and confident use of shape make this otherwise ordinary bath a standout. The way the mirrors just eclipse the tile, how the marble apron boldly defines the vanity, the window sitting level with the raised section of counter—pushing the details in ways like these gives the room memorable character.

Play Ball

Making waves at the recent Milan design fair, these refreshingly free-spirited Beach Ball pendant lamps would bring summer color and a sense of fun to a vacation home bath or kitchen. tobyhouse.org.uk

Precious Metals

A good idea has just gotten better, I think: A hit in its original silver finish, the Karbon faucet is now out in black, bronze and gold tones; the joints of the articulating fitting are also available in new hues. kohler.com

Illuminating Idea

The diffuse, ethereal glow emitting from the Luminist tub gives a new dimension to the phrase 'bathed in light'. Simply looking at the fixture soothes; soaking in it could prove a transcendental experience. totousa.com

Not-for-the-Birds Bath

This outdoor portable shower, called "Under the Tree", was created by the talented brothers at Sieger Design. The uppermost "branch" acts as the showerhead; toss a towel on the lower limbs. conmoto.com