It's easy being green when quartz countertops are as attractive as Elements by Durcon Pure quartz and post-consumer glass are fused together through a unique manufacturing process to make quartz countertops in the Elements collection by Durcon. The result is a product suitable for use in the kitchen, laundry and bath. Unlike natural stones, this surface is non-porous so it … [Read more...]
Stylish Dog Beds
Fetching dog beds for our four legged friends. An often repeated question on decorating forums is where to find dog beds. We want our homes to reflect who we are and look their best, but that's hard to achieve when Fido's lair is tattered. This microsuede bed is reversible, so even the pups can enjoy a change now and then. The removable tufted seat can be used for their … [Read more...]
Hip Eco-Friendly Rockers
Modern eco-friendly design blends functionality with the comfort and beauty of rocking chairs It's long been proven that a rocking motion brings health benefits -- your breathing slows, blood pressure falls and a pleasure center in the brain is stimulated. That's why everyone adores rocking chairs like the Pant Rocker (above) whether they are designed for grown ups or the kid … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Tools
Twist combines design and environmental responsibility into cleaning alternatives. Earlier this week I posted imaginative solutions to the common kitchen dilemma - where the $%## do I put the paper towels?! For those who want to lessen their dependency on paper products or have been looking for alternative cleaning tools, Twist has the answers. The Dish Dumpling is a scrub … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Round Place Mats
Replace rectangular mats with simple round place mats for a fresh summer look. The first step in creating an understated yet elegant table is place mat selection. The natural materials of the hand dyed cotton [above] and hand felted [below] round mats bring interesting textures, soft shapes and subtle colors. Crafted by fair trade artisans from sustainable materials, they are … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Geometric Rugs
Machine washable geometric rugs from Sweden -- for active households If you are in the market for geometric rugs or runners, pay attention. Plastic foil and polyester are woven into organic floor coverings by Brita Sweden. They are perfect for high traffic areas, food spaces, wet places and anyplace children roam and they wear extremely well. Built to last and virtually … [Read more...]
Bamboo In Home Decor
As a material and a motif, bamboo has been used for centuries on many continents. A versatile material in decorating, bamboo is equally at home in a comfy cottage or modern urban loft. This bed is new, but the motif has a vintage feel. The hand-blocked textiles add an exotic influence. Note the vintage screen to the left of the bed. Contrary to popular belief this tropical … [Read more...]
