Remodelista

Spotted (and coveted) at American Furnishings: Belgian linen pillows with leather tabs. The 18-inch-square Belgian Linen Pillow is $56 and the 25-inch-square Belgian Linen Pillow is $99 (both sizes come with feather and down inserts).

The under-utilized space beneath the stairs presents an opportunity for creating thinking. This staircase, by the duo behind Treviso, Italy–based MN*LS creative consultancy, is one of the more interesting solutions we've seen. Designed to fit into an existing living room in Bassano del Grappa, Italy, the structure is made of laminated marine plywood, with steps of solid beech wood reclaimed from a local woodmill.

On my wishlist: the new industrial luxe Darryl Carter–designed Shaw Light at Urban Electric; shown in zinc finish with standard white interior (other finishes available); $1,550.

We love the work (and workmanship) of Pinch Design in London; a collaboration between husband and wife team Russell Pinch and Oona Bannon (the former was senior product designer at the Conran Group). Their furniture is both classic and simple with a contemporary overlay that would go well with either "concrete or country," as they say.

Above: Boyd Four-Seat Sofa; available with walnut or oak legs, prices start at £2,785.

Above: Yves Writing Desk, solid walnut desk with leather top and two drawers for £1,975.

Above: Contore Bench, shown with oak legs for £1,325 or with aluminium legs for £1,265.

Above: Clement Coffee Table with oak top, solid walnut legs, and painted shelf; £825.

Above: Joyce Cabinet with sliding glass doors and cherry-lined interior. Available with a painted exterior from £4,656 or with walnut, oak, or cherry exterior from £4,375.

Above: Imo Stool made with solid walnut frame and solid elm top (the stool can be hung from the wall when not in use); £220.

A couple of years ago, Neal's Yard Remedies (the company specializes in natural and homeopathic products) moved their base from London to Dorset, commissioning the eco-conscious firm Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios to build an environmentally sustainable headquarters. For the interiors, Neal's Yard turned to Pinch Design to create "a positive working environment" using bespoke furniture and design. We particularly like the multifunctional chalkboard cupboards and the cafeteria furniture and lighting.