Design Finds 0811 – Add a metallic shine with the traditional 10th-anniversary gift of aluminum or tin.

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Sleek Simplicity Du Verre’s “Lotus” collection of contemporary hardware by William Harvey is made with recycled aluminum and comes in black matte, oil-rubbed bronze, satin nickel and polished nickel finishes. Elegant Additions, www.elegantadditions.net; $14-$29	Organic-Inspired Top your table with this shimmering leaf-shaped serving dish hand-formed out of hammered recycled aluminum by artisans at Noah’s Ark International Exports. Ten Thousand Villages, www.tenthousandvillages.com; $28	Disco Fever Inspired by recollections of whimsical childhood toys, this disco-ball-inspired pendant light by Varaluz is made with recycled aluminum that has been cut and twisted into miniature pinwheels and attached to a simple sphere. Varaluz, www.lightsonline.com; $350	Pamper a Pet Made with rust-free recycled aluminum recycled, this elegant wall-mounted feeding station can be personalized with your pet’s name. Wind & Weather, www.windandweather.com; $99.95

A Pop of Color Sturdy aluminum construction and a perforated seat that drains water makes this contemporary stackable chair—available in five colors—ideal for outdoor use. IKEA, www.ikea.com; $49.99	Get Organized Keep mail, keys and other necessities in order with this matte-aluminum wall organizer featuring three hooks and a handy storage pocket. Umbra, www.umbra.com; $13	A Classic Touch Try contrasting these traditional nickel-finished aluminum candleholders—plus your favorite taper candles—with a rustic table or tray for an eclectic look. Pier 1 Imports, www.pier1.com; $10-$16	Old World Artistry This 22-inch hand-embossed aluminum vase is suitable for displaying on a mantel by itself or with a fresh bouquet inside. Pier 1 Imports, www.pier1.com; $129.95

It’s About Time Winner of the 2005 Good Design Award from the Chicago Museum of Architecture and Design, this whimsical kitchen timer with a matte-aluminum finish features a tape-measure ticker that goes down as time passes. Kikkerland, www.kikkerland.com; $20	Heavy Metal This aluminum wine rack by India Handicraft brings sculptural elegance to the table with space for storing six bottles of your favorite vino. Nandina Home & Design, www.nandinahome.com; $39	Bell Ringer Add a touch of nostalgia to the yard with an old-fashioned 15-inch-diameter farm bell made with rustic cast aluminum mounted on a wooden post. Wind & Weather, www.windandweather.com; $249	Cubed Libations Inspired by traditional box-shaped Japanese sake cups, this compact aluminum cube jigger triples the capacity of the typical double-sided bartending tool. Kikkerland, www.kikkerland.com; $30