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Monday, May 14, 2007

PapCorn BioPlastic Dinnerware

Dinnerware made from bioplastic, which can be used as many times as you want...and then composted. Made from materials such as wheat maize and lactic acid, colors and styles vary. Perfect for picnics, parties, or light meals.

www.papcorn.dk

Friday, May 11, 2007

Flower Power

Whether you're dining on the terrace or hanging out in your post-mod garden with friends, these recycled rubber retro style flower coasters should get plenty of use. Set of four in red, orange, green, and blue. 3.25 in. x 4 in.

www.escapeconcepts.com

Thursday, May 10, 2007

Wootex Cell Phone Holder

Made from Wootex, a woven recyclable plastic exclusive to Tote le Monde, this mod Hollywood cell phone pouch has a buckle that allows you to attach it to a handbag, belt, or anything with a strap. Avaialable in blues and greens or reds and oranges. 5.5 in. long x 4 in. wide.

www.totelemonde.com

Wednesday, May 09, 2007

Reclaimed Teak Barstool

This environmentally-friendly "stump" barstool is made from reclaimed teak and can be used inside the house or out in the garden. Paint it or leave natural, it's up to you. 30 inches high, 13 in. diameter.

www.bar-stools-barstools.com

Tuesday, May 08, 2007

Prezioso Engineered Stone

Engineered stone made from recycled glass mosaic grit can be used to create wall panels like these. Available in 1/4 inch thick tiles or slabs in a variety of colors. Tile sizes ranging from 12 x 12 inches to 48 x 48 inches. Slab sizes are 24 x 120 inches and 48 x 120 inches.

www.stonesource.com

Monday, May 07, 2007

"Ivory" Cabinet Hardware

These "ivory" cabinet knobs are made from the tagua nut to resemble ivory. Not only that, they are actually LEED eleigible. If you love the color and clean contemporary look of ivory this collection is worth a look.

www.natureshardware.com

Friday, May 04, 2007

Eco-Friendly Switch Plates

I am amazed at how many objects can be created using discarded and recycled traffic signs, including this light switch plate from one of my favorite stoes Eco-Artware. I just love the bold, graphic black and white color and the funky shape. It kind of reminds me of those old oval-shaped doorknobs used in many homes built circa 1910 and 1920s.

www.eco-artware.com

Thursday, May 03, 2007

Environmental Sculpture: Totems

These amazing totem sculptures are made by environmental artist John Dahlsen from found objects--including plastics and stainless steel--that litter Australian beaches. Approximate size of totem is 2.2 m x 50 cm (~7 feet x 20 inches).

www.johndahlsen.com

Wednesday, May 02, 2007

Piassa Room Divider

Room dividers are a great accessory for loft spaces or the open-plan post-modern home.Crafted in Mexico, this classic and tres elegante room divider is the creation of designer Emiliano Godoy. Handmade from FSC-certified (sustainably harvested) beech, maple, or pine, and stitched together with cotton rope. Measues 83 in. tall and from 6 to 30 feet long.

www.branchhome.com

Tuesday, May 01, 2007

Smile Plastics Garden Bench

Recycled plastic sheets made from a variety of plastic waste and polymer types (mobile phones, wellingtons, plastic water bottles, and more) can be used for a multitude of projects--including counter tops and these garden benches from Bart Baccarne.

www.smile-plastics.co.uk

Monday, April 30, 2007

Glass Jewels: Wind Chimes

These beautiful wind chimes look like glass jewels and are handmade from recycled glass. 40 cm long (about 16 inches). Available in several colors including transparent ice and transparent water, amber, light green and dark green, and blue.

www.metamorphosi.net

Friday, April 27, 2007

Recycled Glass Dinnerware

The Form Collection, like all of the dinnerware collections from the Riverside Design Group is made from post-industrial, pre-consumer recycled glass that is hand colored, textured, and bent. Microwave and dishwasher safe, it's available in three lovely colors; pearl, pear, and citron.

www.riversidedesigns.com

Thursday, April 26, 2007

Eco-Friendly Notebook

As a consultant who bills by the quarter hour, I've always found notebooks like these indispensable for keeping track of my time and activities. Even though software may have replaced the notebook when it comes to time-keeping, what better way to flaunt your eco-chicness than by whipping out this recycled tyre notebook at meetings? The paper is recycled too. Print your company logo on the cover. Comes in A5, A6, and A7 sizes.

www.print-gifts.com

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

Good Egg Footstool

This nifty looking (and sturdy!) footstool from artist Inna Alesina is made from 100% recycled paper pulp egg cartons. Colored using a water-based fabric dye, it is available in four colors; terra cotta, green, blue, and beige. Color will fade in direct sunlight. 18" high x 22" wide x 12" across.

www.eco-artware.com

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

Recycled Cardboard Playhouse

This eco-friendly playhouse for kids is made from recycled cardboard and of course is also recyclable. Easy to assemble, paint and decorate it any way you and your kids choose! 90 x 78 x 120 cm

http://the-green-apple.co.uk

Monday, April 23, 2007

Recycled Ballpoint Pens

These nifty ballpoint pens are made from recycled computer printers. Available in a variety of bright colors, all with black ink. Twist to release the ball point, comes with a clip as well.

www.emcadgifts.co.uk

Friday, April 20, 2007

Ecospun Shoelaces and Lanyards

Perfect for the eco-minded sports and outdoor enthusiast, these shoelaces and lanyards are made from Ecospun, a fiber made from 100% recycled soda and water bottles.

www.ritextile.com

Thursday, April 19, 2007

Eco-Chic Handbag

These amazingly chic, and often retro looking handbags reminiscent of the mod sixties, are made from recycled truck and tractor tire inner tubes. The tires are collected, cleaned using an environmentally-friendly cleaning solution and hand crafted into fashion accessories.

www.passchal.com

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Viesso Divan

Vieeso makes furniture, including this exquisite divan designed for lounging in your tres mod apartment, using sustainable earth-friendly materials. Wood from sustainable forests, "green" fabrics made from recycled or natural materials, and filling that is 100% natural latex or feathers and down.

www.viesso.com

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Bamboo Countertops

Remember when maple butcher block countertops were all the rage? Well now there's bamboo, one--if not the--most sustainable material on the planet. Bamboo countertops are made using layers of laminates to create a solid countertop sheet that is 16% harder than maple.

www.totallybamboo.com

Monday, April 16, 2007

ReView Mirror

Here's another clever use for those traffic signs--and another piece of artwork from metalsmith Boris Bally. Accented with copper rivets and bottle cap studs to give it a retro, yet mod look, the 17 3/16th inch diameter mirror is available with either orange or yellow rim.

www.eco-artware.com