Optical illusions play a pivotal role in surrealism, as seen in designer Vanessa DeLeon’s New Jersey powder room, which features library-shelf-esque wallpaper by JF Fabrics and a custom sink shaped like an open book. 

Courtesy of Fornasetti

Modeled after a neoclassical column, Fornasetti’s hand-decorated Capitello Jonico chair provides an architectural place to perch.

Courtesy of Hein Studio

No, the cabinets aren’t melting—they’re just adorned in Hein Studio’s striking silver Ripple knobs.