The Smarter Kitchen Photo courtesy of LBL Lighting When it comes to green lighting, light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are
becoming the lights to get, and now they even come in chic pendants.
They use dramatically less energy than traditional bulbs and have an
extremely long life. Opposite page: LBL Lighting’s onyx cone, $344,
available at Lighting Concepts. |
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for kitchen curtains, this smart fabric helps purify and filter air
while it neutralizes odor. It also prevents bacteria from breeding and
spreading. ADO ActiBreeze BioProtect fabric, $93 per yard, from Kreative Kamaaina.
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These kitchen towels are 100 percent natural cotton. Set of two kitchen towels, from The Natural Fiber Resource, $9.80, from SoHa. |
This sushi platter is crafted entirely from recycled glass, $15, from Red Bamboo.
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All-natural materials comprise these stylish, textural placemats. From The Natural Fiber Resource, linear in sage and taupe, $6 each, from SoHa.
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The Sustainable Living Room Photo courtesy of HomeWorld The EcoRowe line of furniture and fabric features three elements: more
than 200 natural fiber fabrics, wood from replenished, domestic forests
and the choice of two eco-friendly cushion cores. Shown here: EcoRowe's
Sanibel line, prices vary, available at HomeWorld. |
Photo courtesy of So'mace
This reclaimed piece was recovered and revived with low-VOC paint. From the Renew Collection, $325, at So’mace. The accompanying pillow is made from 100 percent linen, $120, from So’mace.
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Photo courtesy of Stray Dog Designs
Made from recycled cement bags, this stool doubles as an accent table. Stray Dog Designs flower stool/accent table, $375, from So'mace.
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This 100 percent polyester upholstery fabric is made of recycled material—and it's recyclable. Kravet Green fabric (pattern 29125 in color 615), $67 per yard, from Kreative Kamaaina.
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These machine-washable blankets are made of half organic cotton, half bamboo. Available in solid colors or decorative patterns. Yumi and Lauri BlanQuettes, $245 to $255 each, from So'mace. |
The Eco-Fabulous BedroomThis bedroom is filled with eco-friendly finds, including the
mango-wood bed outfitted with a 100 percent bamboo fiber and
antibacterial coverlet and shams. Bali Queen bed, $1,725; Homesource
International Queen coverlet, $300; and king shams, $100 each; from Pacific Home. |
Perfect for draperies, bedskirts or bedding, this machine-washable, wrinkle- and stain-resistant, flame-retardant fabric is made completely from recycled polyester. Samelson-Chatelane Green Dreams, (in doodle pattern, color 05 glade), $31 per yard, from Kreative Kamaaina.
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Kauai-based company Malie Kauai features fragrant home and body products that reflect the green essence of Kauai’s ancient rain forest, Kokee. A percentage of sales goes to the Kokee Resource Conservation Society. Malie Organics Kokee soy candle, aroma mist and body cream, $28.50, $33 and $24.25, respectively, from SoHa.
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Haitian artisans handcrafted this lamp with papier mache from recycled materials. Funky Floor Lamp by Stray Dog Designs, $495, from So'mace.
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Photo courtesy of Sunburst Shutters
Polywood shutters save energy by promoting natural ventilation, and they're entirely recyclable. They contain up to 20 percent recycled Polywood content. When you’re ready to change them out, Sunburst Shutters will pick up your unwanted shutters for reuse. Prices vary.
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The Great, Green Backyard Photo courtesy of 1st Look Exteriors Made from FSC-certified ipe wood, a strongly dense material that
resists splintering, this outdoor dining set is as durable as it is
stylish and sustainable. Jensen Leisure Furniture Emerald Alpha Dining
Group, price upon request, from 1st Look Exteriors. |
Photo courtesy of 1st Look Exteriors
To reduce moisture content, the ipe wood in this chair is kiln dried for four to eight weeks. Jensen Leisure Atlantic Steamer with footrest, price upon request, from 1st Look Exteriors.
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Photo courtesy of 1st Look Exteriors
The ipe in this chair and ottoman resists rot, decay and mold naturally. Jensen Leisure Emerald lounge chair and lounger, price upon request, from 1st Look Exteriors.
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Made from reclaimed wood from boats, houses, railroad ties and fences, this trellis adds some pizazz to your yard while showcasing potted plants. Teak arbor shelf, $1,900, from Tropical Garden Accents. |
The Earth-Friendly BathPhoto courtesy of LBL Lighting
Who says you have to sacrifice style to be energy-efficient? This CFL
fixture, (shown in shower at left), gives a sleek, industrial look to
any bathroom and uses up to 75 percent less electricity than
traditional bulbs. LBL Lighting Maro/G in chrome with solid-brass
housing, $468, from Lighting Concepts. |
It's made of one of the fastest-growing renewable woody plants in the world. Bambou double-weave tissue box, $24.80, from SoHa.
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Photo courtesy of So'mace
Made naturally from rainwater and real flowers and plants, these fragrant soaps are available as individual, 4-ounce bars or as whole, 64-ounce loaves. Trillium soap, $6.95 per bar and $105 per loaf, from So'mace.
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These 100 percent reclaimed-teak interlocking floor tiles are easy to install and can be arranged any way you like to create an entire floor, a runner or even “stepping stones.” They’re perfect indoors or out, $6 per square-foot tile, from Bali Pacific Trading Co. |
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