Photo by David Moore

EDITOR'S PICK

The striking form of this antique walnut steeple, an architect’s model for a cathedral tower in Belgium, attests to an appreciation for design details and to the beauty they convey. Originally used to assist the architect in the 3-D examination of an important building element, the 41"-high spire would add character and intrigue whether displayed in a foyer, library or great room. I found the eye-catching conversation piece
at Relics Architectural Home & Garden, (602) 265-7354.

WALL ARTKunqu Damask, a hand-printed grasscloth from Thibaut’s Grasscloth Resource collection, offers a fine way to bring natural texture and a sense of nature indoors. Find the environmentally friendly wallcovering at the Dean-Warren showroom in the Arizona Design Center in Scottsdale, (480) 990-9233.

MIDAS TOUCH Inspired by simple and elegant forms, designer Kevin Kolanowski gives a nod to nature with his handcrafted Acacia table lamp for Fuse Lighting. The customizable piece features metal seed pod-shaped “leaves” with gilded interiors. It stands 15" tall, including its round shade and tripod base, and a high-low switch regulates brightness. For purchase information, go to fuselighting.com.

X FACTORAward-winning designer duo Daniel Hellman and Eric Chang have added the Z Dining Table to their repertoire. Constructed by hand of ebonized walnut, the Asian fusion beauty measures 78"W x 48"D x 29"H and is available with rectangular or oval tops and double pedestal bases, or with leaf-extension options that separate the bases. Go to hellmanchang.com for additional details and price quotes.

GEOMETRY LESSONBold in scale, Dakota Jackson’s Grand Cocktail Table combines Macassar ebony, satin-rubbed English figured sycamore, tempered glass, and inlays of aluminum acrylic to make a Modern statement. It measures 54"W x  36"D; purchasing information can be found at dakotajackson.com

CURVES AND ANGLESA juxtaposition of curves and angles distinguishes Rose Tarlow’s Rising Moon Lounge Chair for Melrose House. Design details include an exposed-walnut frame and a tight seat and back. Find it at rosetarlow.com.