Turning Oldies into Goodies: Eco Couch Upholstery
Date: November 16, 2009 | Category: Guides, Home Furnishings, Stores & Resources
By ecofabulous founder, Zem Joaquin. Presented by The eBay Green Team.
This past summer Ecofabulous designed the interior of the Reclaimed Space showhouse at Dwell on Design. Since the cottage was diminutive, everything had to be scaled down and easy to move. When we were sketching out the space I instantly thought of my grandmother’s couch from the 1940′s (I’ve been coveting it for over 20 years). It took some puppy dog eyes to convince grandma and some imagination to make it work with the rest of the decoration, but the process was well worth the end result. (more…)
Turning Oldies into Goodies: A Kijiji Cabinet Conversion
Date: November 9, 2009 | Category: Green Building, Guides, Home Furnishings, Stores & Resources
By ecofabulous founder, Zem Joaquin. Presented by The eBay Green Team.
I can get obsessed with my eBay searches but when stalking furniture, keeping it local is best (no shipping charges and less fuel needed to transport). Kijiji, eBay’s local classified site, makes it simple to search for listings in my area and meet up with the seller to view the furniture in person.
Turning Oldies into Goodies: Transformed Phone Bench
Date: November 3, 2009 | Category: Green Building, Guides, Home Furnishings, Stores & Resources
By ecofabulous founder, Zem Joaquin. Presented by The eBay Green Team.
I love buying vintage furniture and adding new life to a piece that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill. eBay and their local classifieds site, Kijiji, both have millions of great treasures that, with a little TLC, can be turned into something totally unique and fabulous. Now the eBay Green Team brings together thousands of eBay users who are shopping pre-owned not only because it’s chic and affordable, but because they know that the greenest product is the one that already exists. (more…)
Back to Basics
Date: November 3, 2009 | Category: Furniture, Green Building, Home Furnishings, Office, The Home
If getting back to basics means getting a chance to build and create custom furniture made from a revolutionary new material, then sign us up! Way Basics eco-friendly modular furniture line is taking the industry by storm using their patented zBoard, made of 99% recycled paper (the other 1% is the final new veneer sheet). (more…)
A Treat for Your Seat
Date: November 1, 2009 | Category: Green Building, Home Furnishings, The Home
EKLA HOME has transformed the practice of furniture manufacturing by removing dangerous toxins from their practice. Few companies producing furniture in the United States follow as strict a set of sustainability practices at each step of the manufacturing process, but EKLA HOME certainly is one of them. Their eco-conscious mandate results in healthful practices for you, their craftspeople and the earth.
Their line beautifully combines FSC Certified Poplar, natural rubber, 100% organic cotton grown and milled in the United States, Low VOC stains, and non-toxic water-based glues to create timeless pieces designed to last a lifetime.
EKLA HOME brings peace of mind to every piece you have in mind.
Humble Abode
Date: October 8, 2009 | Category: Home Furnishings, The Home
It’s hard to say what room wouldn’t be complete with the addition of a metallic gold Humble Seahorse Pillow (we must confess, it is the new ecofab office obsession). Made of 100% organic cotton in the USA, printed with non-toxic, water based inks (retailing for only $60!), the nautical chic number will perk up any pad. (more…)
Oil is History
Date: October 1, 2009 | Category: Art, Events, Home Furnishings, Lifestyle, Media
Art can take on many forms, from Pollock’s chaotic splatters on canvas to large scale light installations. What’s rare, though, is hearing about pieces made with low VOC paints, energy-efficient bulbs, or sustainable materials. But an upcoming exhibit at artist Louise A. Marler’s stylish L.A. Marler Studio has turned art into environmental commentary. From staging to printing, the photographs in Marler’s “Oil is History” series send a direct message about transportation, pollution, and how both affect our surroundings. (more…)
Spread the Warmth
Date: August 31, 2009 | Category: Home Furnishings, The Home
When the weather outside is frightful (or just when you’re in need of something cozy to cuddle up with), wrap yourself in one of Ladak’s sustainable, handmade blankets.
Appropriate for both indoor and outdoor activities, each blanket is assembled from a base of recycled sweaters, blankets, jeans, and mattresses before being adorned with ribbons and rich fabrics. Each product is truly a unique piece of skilled handicraft—no two are exactly alike. As a result, the blankets may vary slightly in size, yet their standard measurement is a roomy 78” x 55”—perfect for a day at the beach or a picnic in the park!
In addition to its commitment to sustainability, Ladak also supports social responsibility. This mission is not only reflected in Ladak’s corporate philosophy, but also in the products themselves—each blanket is named after an inspirational homeless hero (Arie and Willem are shown above) and 15% of Ladak’s profits will be donated to an Amsterdam shelter for the homeless.
Ladak blankets will be available online and at Anthropologie stores this fall.
This Little Light O’ Mine
Date: August 20, 2009 | Category: Home Furnishings, The Home
Now that you’re a responsible adult, summer may not exactly mean three months of sweet freedom, grape popsicles for breakfast, or running through the sprinklers ‘til the sun goes down. Cheer up, grown up: summer now means outdoor parties, and no one is telling you to “go home kid, it’s getting dark!” (more…)
Sleeping Beauty
Date: August 19, 2009 | Category: Home Furnishings, The Home
As much as we’re constantly complaining about not getting enough sleep, truth is that our hours of shut-eye are likely still amounting to a minimum of 30% of our life! So when your head does hit the pillow (even if it’s much later than you’d hoped), make sure the resting spot isn’t going to contribute to more headaches or health issues. (more…)
