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Sale Alert: Save 25 Percent at VivaTerra's Bed and Bath Event
Looking for an excuse to splurge on the Gustavian bed frame? Or are you simply interested in stocking up on some organic cotton sheets? Then head to VivaTerra's Bed and Bath Sale.
Love It or Hate It? Bulb Chair
The shape of Belgian designer Gaëtan Van de Wyer's Bulb Chair (price available upon request) reminds me of a Dr. Seuss illustration. It's made of eco-friendly materials like rattan and water hyacinth, and eliminates the need for a reading light, since one is built right into the chair.
Method Debuts New Line of Laundry Detergent
One of my favorite green (and local) companies, Method, has just debuted a new line of laundry detergents. Available in Fresh Air, Peony Blossom, and Free + Clear scents, the detergent's ultraconcentrated formula allows for a much smaller container, 50 percent of it being from recycled plastic. The detergent is made using 95 percent natural and renewable ingredients and is biodegradable and nontoxic.
Ideas For Decorating With Houseplants
As many of you already know, adding houseplants to your home can really improve the indoor air quality, as well as the view. However, sometimes it's hard to know how to gracefully integrate the plants into your home. So I've come up with a few suggestions for making the most of the greenery in your home.
How-To: Keep Your Stovetop Clean
One of my biggest pet peeves in my kitchen is a dirty stovetop. If you cook regularly, it's often hard to avoid spills and stains on the shiny surface of your stove. However, if you can keep up a regular regimen of cleaning it after you cook, you can ward off deeper cleaning sessions that may take an hour or more.
Casa Verde: An Eco Glam Office
Earlier today, I showed you the impressive before and after pics from Bollare's office renovation. However, I only teased you with one of many photos of the gorgeous space. When Bollare, a full service fashion, beauty, and lifestyle public relations firm located in West Hollywood, CA, decided that it was time to move its office, the company turned to Green Tangerine to help transform the raw space into something both fab and green.
Before and After: From Raw Space to Chic Eco Office
When Bollare, a full-service fashion, beauty, and lifestyle public relations firm located in West Hollywood, CA, decided that it was time to move its office, the company turned to Green Tangerine to help it transform the raw space into something both fab and green.
As you can see, the space was basically an empty canvas waiting to be filled. To see how it turned out, read more
Guess What This Console Was Made From?
This pretty console table was upcycled from a salvaged architectural element. Can you guess what it was made from?
Found It! The Real World: DC Wallpaper
Watching the trailer for The Real World: DC a few weeks ago, I spotted this cool yellow damask wallpaper. It looked familiar to me, but I couldn't remember from where. Eventually, I stumbled across it, and as it turned out, it's made by one of my favorite wallpaper companies!
Target Acquires Smith & Hawken Brand
Gardeners and decorators have been in mourning since Smith & Hawken closed its doors last June. But there is hope for us yet: Target has acquired the Smith & Hawken brand! Executive Vice President of Merchandising Kathee Tesija says, "We're thrilled to own such an admired and iconic brand.
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