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Jan 28, 2012Michelle Kaufmann Studio Is it possible to design and build an affordable, eco-friendly modular home that is also stylish and beautiful? The idea of using modular or prefabricated construction techniques is becoming increasingly popular as more people are looking for ways to build homes that are convenient, affordable and efficient. Thanks to the work of architect and home designer Michelle Kaufmann, through her boutique design firm, Michelle Kaufmann Studio, people are able to add sustainable, healthy and beautiful to that list of… READ MORE
Jan 12, 2012Grounds for Growth Grounds for Growth is a Chicago-based landscape design company with one thing in mind: the earth and the protection of its natural beauty and endangered resources. While many landscape designers are in their profession because they like the challenge and rewards of taking a yard, park or other outdoor space and making it beautiful, that doesn't mean they always have the earth's best interests in mind. This is what sets Grounds for Growth apart from other landscape design companies.… READ MORE
Dec 16, 2011HP Chances are, you have access to an HP product in your home or office, or have used one in the past. Hewlett-Packard's printers, computers, tablets and other electronic devices are part of the reliable, trusted brand that is recognized worldwide. What many people may not know is that the company committed to making consumer friendly tech products also has a strong commitment to the environment. HP's global focus is on the bigger picture of environmental protection and climate change,… READ MORE
Dec 5, 2011Carlisle Wide Plank Floors Your floor is one of the most important surfaces in your home or business. It receives the most wear-and-tear, frequent washing with a wide range of products and still must maintain the same beauty and character it did the day it was installed. If you are looking for unique, beautiful, earth friendly flooring, you may not need to look any further than Carlisle Wide Plank Floors. This company had humble roots in rural New Hampshire but quickly grew in… READ MORE
Nov 20, 2011Amenity Home It is only natural to furnish and decorate your home with beautiful things that inspire you and bring you and your family a sense of peace and joy. That is exactly what Nicole Chiala and Kristina de Corpo, the owners and co-founders of Amenity Home, wanted to provide when they began making items for the home such as duvet covers, pillows and wall art in 2004. Since that time, they have fulfilled their mission of bringing people beautiful products… READ MORE
Nov 20, 2011The Community of Serenbe If you’ve ever wished for a way to mix modern convenience with an old-fashioned sense of community, then Serenbe may be a wish come true. The Serenbe community is located 45 minutes from Atlanta, GA in the Chattahoochee Hill Country, a 40,000 acre parcel of protected land. Just twenty percent of that acreage was allowed to be developed. But the Serenbe community isn’t just any development. This community was built with a plan to integrate the homes, shops and… READ MORE
Nov 3, 2011John Spears of Sustainable Design Group The future of home design and construction looks greener than ever. More homebuilders, construction companies and designers are creating homes and commercial properties that are more energy efficient, healthier and more eco-friendly than ever before. Designing and building in harmony with nature, although seemingly more popular in recent years due to increased news coverage and media attention, is an idea that stretches back several decades. It is a building philosophy that John Spears of Sustainable Design Group, an architecture… READ MORE
Oct 18, 2011Neuton Mowers You’ve reduced your environmental footprint by making your home and your car more efficient, but did you know that taking care of your yard can also be done in a more environmentally friendly way? Traditional mowers and yard equipment emit oil and gas fumes and increase noise pollution, but Neuton Mowers hopes to change all that. They are a small company in Vermont that makes lawn and garden equipment that is better for the environment and helps your yard… READ MORE
Sep 26, 2011Fire & Light Have you ever looked at the bin of glass bottles you’re about to recycle and wondered what happens to them once they leave your possession? Recycled glass is often re-purposed into something useful, but you may have not given a second thought about what those bottles will become once they are recycled. People who live in Arcata, California know exactly where their recycled glass is going. They also know their recycled glass will be turned into something useful and… READ MORE
Sep 11, 2011Safecoat Paints Anyone who has a sensitivity to chemicals or the materials used in many normal building products knows the relief of finding a product that is safe to use and safe to breathe in after application. No more headaches, no more allergic reactions, no more worrying about the effects of the substance on yourself or your family members. Having a chemical sensitivity, or even making a personal decision to use a finishing product, that is safe, environmentally friendly and healthy… READ MORE
Sep 11, 2011Nokia It seems difficult to remember what life was like before cell phones. Today, you can stay connected to all the people in your life anytime, anywhere. But did you know your cell phone could also help you stay greener? If going green in all areas of life is important to you, then you may be interested in how Nokia phones not only connect you with your world, but also help you take care of your world.
Nokia is leading the… READ MORE
Sep 5, 2011Saddlehorn If you’ve ever watched a large development go up in what was once open countryside or a wooded acreage, you may understand the panic Doug Averill felt when he learned a developer bought 440 acres located on a ridge near Bigfork, Montana. Doug is a lifelong resident of the Bigfork community and his family had settled there in the 1920’s, living true to the cowboy way of life: family, community, and nature. However, instead of helplessly watching while a… READ MORE
Aug 31, 2011Associates III Interior Design Interior design tends to have a lot of “buzz words” associated with it. Oftentimes, designers will offer the latest look or build their design ideas around what is currently in vogue. Associates III Interior Design follows a different path. Instead of giving you design ideas according to the latest design trends, their designers take time to listen to your ideas, likes, dislikes and way of living. The team of designers then creates your room or home design based on… READ MORE
Feb 25, 2011Clean Air Lawn Care Everybody loves a beautiful, healthy, fertile, and green lawn that can be the center of attention in the neighborhood. It is even more satisfying when you are the one tending to the project. Don’t feel bad if you need help to transform your lawn into an enviable oasis. This is where a professional lawn care service comes in. They are trained, experienced, and equipped to safely to efficiently take care of your lawn. With the upstart of environmentally friendly… READ MORE
Nov 16, 2010Panasonic 3D The 3D experience is literally everywhere today. James Cameron’s Avatar was recently released in 3D. Earlier this year, at NYC’s Arthur Ashe Stadium, the U.S Open was broadcast in 3D TV. Now Panasonic’s new HD 3D product line is bringing that 3D experience to our own homes.
For your viewing pleasure
Imagine feeling like your whole body is part of the scene you are watching and listening to. Image looking at a screen that seems so real you feel you could… READ MORE
Nov 1, 2010Luxury countertops Elegant and luxurious countertop surfaces for homes and businesses are relatively easy to find. However, it is not so simple to source a surface that is as sustainable and gentle on the planet as it is beautiful and robust. To help you out, IceStone has created a collection of luxury green countertop surfaces.
The concept of IceStone was born out of a deep commitment from the company to innovate beyond the harmful materials in traditional stone and the harsh… READ MORE
Oct 22, 2010Anna Sova
Anna Sova Luxury Organics offers one of the most beautiful and sumptuous range of organic cotton linen, eco-silk and hand woven ikat bedroom and bathroom furnishings. These are all designed to make your bedroom and bathroom as inviting and comfortable as possible. She has also included in the collections eco-friendly draperies, eco window hardware and essential oils, all of which are perfect accessories for the most luxurious of homes.
Learning From The Past
As a young child, Anna Sova read… READ MORE
Oct 15, 2010Luxurious Eco-Comfort For Your Home Furnishings
An exciting collection of luxury furniture has been designed by Environment Furniture. Created from sustainable materials and textiles, their focus is to provide the discerning consumer with fabulous home furniture that has been constructed using processes and materials with a low impact on the environment.
Environment Furniture is now gaining a global profile amongst the luxury market. Celebrity clients, such as Leonardo DiCaprio and Julia Roberts, are praising both their designs and their eco-awareness. TIME Magazine recognized Environment Furniture in… READ MORE
Oct 6, 2010Wild Rock Tucked away in the mountains of West Virginia is a unique community built on the foundations of sustainable development. Wild Rock is a luxury eco-village set in the New River Gorge National Park. Off the beaten path, Wild Rock offers community residents both a natural sanctuary and the adventures of an outdoor lifestyle.
The birth of Wild Rock
The concept of Wild Rock is “to demonstrate to people that a thoughtful community development can live in harmony with a national park… READ MORE
Aug 15, 2010Tina Govan
Sometimes a house isn’t a home until you've played a role in adding the finishing touches, especially when your ideas fit into personal viewpoints regarding the environment. Today, green architects allow eco-conscious homeowners to create tranquil, cutting-edge, and inviting living spaces fashioned out of recycled materials, sustainable woods, and energy-saving features.
Helping to shape the dreams and visions of clients, Tina Govan is an award-winning green architect who works with residences and businesses to create… READ MORE
Jul 13, 2010Danze & Davis Architects
Modern green architecture can be amazingly luxurious – especially when the building is designed by Danze & Davis Architects in Austin, TX. Serving the Austin area for nearly 50 years, Danze & Davis creates residential homes and intriguing commercial structures for clients around the world. Within the past decade, the award-winning design team has added functional and beautiful eco-friendly blueprints to their portfolio.
The Truth About Today’s Eco-Friendly Architecture
While eco-friendly building practices are becoming more… READ MORE
Jul 8, 2010Q Collection
Your home should be soothing, comfortable, and peaceful; a place of retreat for you. It’s important that it’s filled with furnishings that make you happy and that you love. The last thing you want to do is fill it with items that are unsafe or pose a threat to the environment. With the Q Collection of eco-friendly furnishings and home accessories, you can make sure that doesn’t happen.
About the Company
Opening in 2004, Q Collection opened… READ MORE
Jun 17, 2010NYC Ecobroker Susan Singer
Also known as “The Green Queen”, Susan Singer became New York City’s first ecobroker in 2006 and has since become the number one resource for NYC residents searching for a greener, more sustainable home. Susan is much more than an eco-friendly realtor; with her extensive experience, she also plays a leading role as an eco consultant for residential clients that are ready for a more sustainable lifestyle.
About Susan Singer
Beginning her love affair with green living… READ MORE
Apr 9, 2010Eco-Block So you're considering building a new home. Congratulations! Now it's up to you to decide what materials your new home will be constructed from. If you're eco-conscious, you may have already started thinking about materials that will save energy and be more earth-friendly. If you haven't been introduced to Eco-Block, it's certainly a building material worthy of your consideration.How it Works: This is one of the easiest ways to build in existence. There are multiple manufacturing locations throughout North… READ MORE
Mar 16, 2010Eco-Friendly Radios
Over the years, MP3 players and the Internet have really given radios a run for their money. The majority of radios today typically serve as an early morning wake-up call. However, not everyone has abandoned the radio – especially lovers of retro interior design. In some cases, an eco-friendly radio even doubles as a piece of home emergency equipment during power outages. Answering the demand of stylish and innovative technology that keeps the environment in… READ MORE
Mar 15, 2010VivaTerra
Whether you’re shopping for intriguing eco-friendly end tables, luxurious bamboo bedding, or creative recycled glass dinnerware, VivaTerra is your one-stop solution. VivaTerra is committed to providing you with the finest handcrafted artisan furniture and home accessories, made from the best eco-friendly and sustainable materials available.
Reclaimed and Sustainable Wood Furniture
From exquisite vintage beds to railroad tie shelving and end tables, the furniture line at VivaTerra is as unique as it is eco-friendly. Bring nature into… READ MORE
Feb 24, 2010Issaquah Highlands
With gorgeous townhomes and houses, plenty of places to play and exercise, and top-notch shopping, Issaquah Highlands brings the true meaning of ‘community’ to Northwest Washington. It’s a close-knit neighborhood, where the residents place eco-consciousness at the top of their list – right up there with family values and fun!
About the Community
Located north of I-90, Issaquah Highlands is a planned community that is a diverse mix of single and multi-family homes, as well as people… READ MORE
Feb 10, 2010Low-E Argon Windows
With the effects of global warming and constant climate change knocking at our doors, using energy-efficient and protective building products helps lessen the energy strain on the environment. When we require less energy to heat our homes, we're helping our planet recover from the damage of many years of environmental abuse. Choosing low E argon windows for our homes utilizes insulating properties that satisfy a green home initiative.
What's Wrong with Regular Windows?
Unfortunately, the average… READ MORE
Jan 25, 2010Vast Pavers
The way your home looks from the outside is just as important to you as the way it looks inside. Whether you want to increase curb appeal in order to sell your house, or simply to enjoy the beauty yourself – landscaping is important. Vast landscaping pavers are an environmentally-friendly way to enhance the way your deck or lawn looks.
What are Vast Eco-Friendly Landscape Pavers?
Traditionally, landscape pavers are created from concrete or clay, and aren’t… READ MORE
Jan 25, 2010Mickey Muennig Designs
For nearly 40 years, Mickey Muennig has created architectural masterpieces within the majestic mountains of Big Sur. The 90-mile stretch of pristine California coastline known as Big Sur is home to a diverse population of rare and endangered plants and animals. Big Sur is also one of the few places in the US that hasn’t experienced the effects of industrialization.
The Big Sur Coastal Land Use Plan strictly governs development in this virtually untouched region of… READ MORE
Jan 12, 2010EcoBalanza
When outfitting your home with the finest eco-friendly furniture, you're sure to come across a multitude of artisan collections that combine organic, sustainable and other environmentally conscious materials. From stylish loungers to family-friendly durable fabrics, EcoBalanza offers sustainable furniture that makes planet-friendly interior design a satisfying and easy experience.
EcoBalanza Fabrics
As you settle into your sofa bed, chair or lounger, take care in knowing that the EcoBalanza materials touching your skin are natural or earth-friendly fabrics.… READ MORE
Jan 6, 2010Green Your Game Time
Electronic video game systems have become a staple in most modern households – but today’s most popular gaming options can be a huge drain on your eco-friendly lifestyle. According to a NRDC report, the average gaming console consumes enough power in a year to supply the entire city of San Diego.
While a truly eco-friendly video game system hasn’t yet appeared on the market, there are several ways to ensure your game time is the… READ MORE
Dec 17, 2009Luxury Green Communities
Thinking green and living green are two different lifestyle choices, but with the luxurious amenities, design, and privacy of Arden Estates, you'll find it hard to ignore the beauty of this clandestine sanctuary situated in the West Portal neighborhood of San Francisco, California. Each home offers an open flow of space with features constructed to maximize light and green initiatives. Expect high ceilings, cozy fireplaces, stunning architecture, and the following elements:
Green Community Features
Going above and… READ MORE
Dec 9, 2009Kirei: Clean, Beautiful and Sustainable Building Supplies
Green architecture and design is more than a low-impact alternative to traditional building when you choose Kirei design materials. Kirei panels and tiles are sustainable, natural, nontoxic – and most importantly, Kirei’s selection of eco-friendly building supplies are elegantly beautiful.
About Kirei Architectural Supplies
Four eco-friendly options are currently available from Kirei, offering a natural and sustainable alternative to builders and interior designers. Since 2003, Kirei has prided themselves in supplying the architectural world with clean, green… READ MORE
Mar 6, 2009A Feast of Rainwater Landscaping is a luxurious part of any beautiful home, but an obvious drain on the water supply. The U.S. Department for Environmental Protection notes that nearly 30% of all household water use goes toward landscape irrigation. Nearly 50% of that is wasted through poor design.Luckily, there is a trendy solution throughout much of the world: rainwater harvesting. The rainwater that normally would run off your home and property and be washed down the drain is redirected for home use… READ MORE
Feb 21, 2009The Experience of Living “A space cannot be truly beautiful unless it functions in harmony with who we are… it’s about pleasure: discovering what pleases us and creating an environment that will celebrate those qualities and sustain us.” – ClodaghAccording to Clodagh’s vision statement, total design is about serenity and simplicity, open spaces and clean contemporary lines. YOUR HOME, YOUR SANCTUARY, published by Rizzoli New York, is a newly released book from world acclaimed designer Clodagh. In the book, Clodagh utilizes the “4… READ MORE
Dec 5, 2008Low-Impact Christmas: Finding the Right Tree
For many people, Christmas is a season of time-honored traditions. The centerpiece of these traditions, in most homes, is a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. Today, as environmental concerns loom, it is just as important to have a “green” Christmas as a traditional Christmas. The verdict is in: it is better for the environment to have a real tree. Artificial Christmas trees are usually made of plastics that have toxic by-products in production, will not biodegrade, and are often made… READ MORE
Nov 2, 2008Thomas Hood – Sustainable Architect Thomas Hood, well known West Coast architect and designer of the 2008 Sunset Magazine Idea House and numerous other sustainable projects, discusses the growing emphasis on sustainability in architecture and his personal views on sustainability going forward. Mr. Hood, you’re known in the profession as a sustainable architect - could you provide your thoughts on what a ‘sustainable architect’ actually is?
“The phrase sounds almost like a title, but it’s actually more a way of thinking about design… READ MORE
Nov 2, 2008Home stereo equipment that’s good for the ears and the earth Looking to upgrade your home stereo equipment? Well, if you are, that could be the perfect opportunity to invest in some sustainable products like speakers, amplifiers, or whole-home audio systems. Earlier this year, Knoll Systems in Point Roberts, Washington, a supplier of audio and amplifier products for the home theater market, announced a new circuit design for some of its multi-channel amplifiers.
Called the “Eco-System circuit,” Knoll’s technology automatically turns off any channels that are not being used,… READ MORE
Nov 1, 2008The Green Way to a Green Lawn With varieties like Bluegrass, Bermuda, St. Augustine, Zoysia, Centipede, Tall Fescue and Buffalograss available, you’d think that buying sod can’t get much more complex. However, that’s not entirely the case.
Increasingly, in hopes of preserving the ecosystem, sustainable sod is being produced. This allows home and business owners to have their lawns or property grounds designed, constructed and maintained without adverse effects to the environment.But what makes sod sustainable? Is it really different than the traditional sod many consumers have… READ MORE
Nov 1, 2008Eco-Brokers: It Actually Is Easy to Be Green! "The more I researched, the more I realized that the knowledge of Green building and the benefits would help every single client that I met. In more ways than one this certification was common sense. I can help my clients and help the environment at the same time. Amazing.” - Stephanie Edwards-Musa, Certified Eco-Broker
White has long been the most popular color for home exteriors, with beige taking a close second. This year, homes all across America seem to… READ MORE
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