Bottega Piston Stool (2003) swivels 360 degrees and instantly adjusts between counter height and bar height – and anything in between – with the press of a lever that operates a gas cylinder. Furthering this accommodating experience, Bottega is wrapped in smooth-as-silk stain-resistant leather that’s hand-sewn onto the slender but strong steel frame to hug every angle and curve. The seat is lightly padded, creating a combination of suppleness and strength that’s not always easy to find. Made in Italy.