Italian architect Gio Ponti designed the graceful Pirelli Tower in Milan in 1956; among the details was this slender Door Lever, which “succinctly embodies his refined aesthetic.” The lever (plus a companion bathroom turn) is available from UK-based company Izé, a manufacturer of fixtures and fittings designed by architects ranging from David Adjaye to Walter Gropius. Go to Izé for more information.

Finally, get more ideas on how to evaluate and choose the hardware items for your bathroom in our Remodeling 101 Guide: Bath Hardware.