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There’s been much interest in green residential design and a heightened sense of awareness of the possibilities of prefab structures. Architect Michelle Kaufmann melds both in her design practice. Kaufmann’s new book Prefab Green (Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2009), written with designer Cathy Remick, explains her architectural philosophy and tours many of her prefab, green projects, including a showcase home for Sunset magazine and one still on exhibit on the grounds of Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry. www.gibbs-smith.com.

HIQ Entertainment and Klaussner Home Furnishings have teamed to create the XS-4D Media Chair, a multi-media motion chair with five-speaker surround sound, patented transducer shaker and wireless technology that can accommodate television, stereo, DVD, CD and gaming. It comes in several styles, and upholstery choices include fabric, leather and COM. Available through XS-4D Entertainment, 16853 E. Palisades Ave., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268; (602) 989-1501.

Sub-Zero’s new built-in, over-and-under Model BI-36UG features large refrigerated storage with a glass door, plus a convenient, roll-out freezer drawer, all in a sleek stainless finish. Highlights include Sub-Zero’s dual refrigeration along with new air purification and water filtration systems. The model is also available in a framed, overlay/flush inset option. Available through Westar Kitchen & Bath, 9025 S. Kyrene Road, Tempe, AZ 85284, (602) 271-0100; 15500 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, (480) 991-6200; 3850 W. Orange Grove Road, Tucson, AZ 85741, (520) 747-0500; and 7370 S. Dean Martin Drive, Suite 401, Las Vegas, NV 89139, (702) 798-6060; www.westar-sw.com or www.subzero.com.

Sunbrella’s Horizons collection is highlighted by unexpected color combinations, such as the use of cool grays with warm tones like taupe, wheat and orange in some 17 patterns. The collection, like all Sunbrella fabrics, emphasizes colorfastness and ease of maintenance, and is appropriate for indoor and outdoor use. Available through SilverState Fabrics, 1010 W. 2610 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84119; (801) 972-6770 or www.silverstatetextiles.com.

Moz Designs provides an easy solution to wall decor with its new Moz Tides collection of easy-to-assemble, modular aluminum panel kits. The collection, which features the Ocean Waves set of panels, consists of concave and convex panels that can be mounted horizontally or vertically, creating a multi-dimensional look reminiscent of the ebb and flow of the ocean. Panels, made with 80 percent post-industrial recycled aluminum, are available in four- and five-foot lengths, and 12-, 16- and 24-inch widths. They also come in 14 hand-etched patterns, 24 colors and gloss or satin finishes. The collection, which comes with mounting hardware in the kits, is appropriate for hospitality, office, retail and other commercial settings. www.mozdesigns.com.

Chilewich’s Pressed Vinyl Dot table dressing adds a retro-modern look to the dining table. The product, available in table runners and placemats, uses a new interpretation of an outdated manufacturing process to achieve a product reminiscent of fine linen, but with the easy maintenance of vinyl. It comes in black, white, gray, yellow, pink and green. Available through Montecito Loft & Home, 241 Robinson St., Basalt, CO 81621; (970) 277-7000, www.montecitoloftandhome.com or www.chilewich.com.