Donatella Versace created a chaise longue in crystal, called Ninfa and presented as part of the annual international furniture show, in Milan, Italy.

Donatella’s crystal forms the core of a chaise lounge, a three-tiered curving formation, white leather on luminescent crystal on metal, that invites you to relax.

This year, during Milan Furniture Fair, Veuve Clicquot is revealing DesignBox - its own exclusive eco-friendly gift box - and showcasing three interpretations of DesignBox by Tom Dixon, Front Design and 5.5 Designers.

These collaborations are being presented as part of an installation called “Out of The Box” at Superstudio+.

These are the latest in a string of collaborations between Veuve Clicquot and some of the best names in the world of design including Andree Putman, Porsche Design Studio, Pablo Reinoso, Christophe Pillet, Karim Rashid, Fredrikson Stallard and Jason Bruges.

Japanese designer Shige Hasegawa has created the Hana Table, which he will be exhibiting at the SaloneSatellite event during the 2009 Milan Furniture Fair.

“Hana” actually means flower in Japanese, which is pretty clearly the inspiration for this table.

Inspired by origami, the Hana table is constructed from five flower pedal-shaped plywood legs which collectively hold up the glass table top without the use of additional screws or bolts.

The sculptural edge of Roberti modern outdoor rattan furniture will appeal to those who love to surround themselves with beautiful things.

Sofas, sun loungers, tables and chairs, and sun shades: the shapes and style of each piece is carefully considered to combine comfort and functionality.

Three new lines of outdoor furniture will be on show at the upcoming 2009 Milan Furniture Fair in April.

Two leading Swiss and Austrian companies have collaborated with the University of Art and Design Lausanne to exhibit original and offbeat snowboards at the 2008 Milan Furniture Fair.

Students studying Industrial Design and Visual Communication were able to “customise” snowboards manufactured by Nidecker by graphically inlaying Swarovski crystals.

The snowboards are made available in varied patterns to match individual taste. No word on the price yet.

Veuve Clicquot Globalight is a multi-functional holder, a portable cooler with a soft halo of light.

This is actually the second collaboration between Veuve Clicquot and Karim Rashid, following the Loveseat, last year. It will be launched today, (on 16th April), during Milan Furniture Fair.

It is a design jewel with pure and sensual lines. Its brushed aluminium structure fits perfectly in modern design surroundings or a more traditionally styled room.