Parker provides bath with jewel-like look

In its rough form, a diamond is a lusterless, translucent crystal that resembles a chip of glass. For it to be transformed into a jewel, it must be cut into a gem shape and polished, facet by facet.

Exotic woods often need that same kind of nurturing to be transformed into distinctive furniture that defies the law of optics with reflections and refractions formed from the careful hands of American craftsmen. Their decades of experience are obvious to the most discerning urban dwellers who seek the extraordinary in their furnishings.

Such is the case with Parker, a five-piece bath furniture collection with an urban landscape theme. Forms + Fixtures, designers and manufacturers of fine furniture for the bath, makes black cherry sparkle with a refined elegance that reflects the sophistication and discriminating taste of New York's famous Park Avenue. Pieces within the collection were created with the precise angles of a diamond design on three sides.

"The reflective quality of light in the individually cut and hand-applied facets creates a dramatic effect in any environment," said MM Reynolds, designer and president of Forms+Fixtures. "Our customers expect the best quality and design for their money. They also want beautiful, well-crafted bath products that also look like pieces of art."

The series was designed to blend function and a chic feel. And, in keeping with the trend toward free-standing furniture for the bath, sinks have become the centerpiece, offering a handcrafted look and a quality reminiscent of pieces found only in the finest metropolitan apartments and homes.

Parker features a 66-inch tall tower, mirror, connector drawer unit and two sizes of vanities. Pieces have adjustable levelers and antiqued- brass pulls.

For additional information, visit the manufacturer's Web site at www.formsand fixtures.com.

Information courtesy Forms + Fixtures