The Eco-Modernist

Recycled Rubber Washer Pendant Necklace

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:41:00 +0000

Comprised of a choker and stylized daisy pendant, this eco-chic necklace is made from recycled rubber washers strung together with steel wire.

www.coolplanetstore.com

Recycled Olive Tin Kitchen Toy

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 10:16:00 +0000

Made from recycled olive tins, these cute "Splish Splash" kitchen toys are handmade in Switzerland and Germany. From Berlin-based Rafinesse & Tristesse. 30 x 25 x 60 cm

www.rafinesse-tristesse.com
via www.lushlee.com

Reclaimed Patchwork Bench Coffee Table

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:05:00 +0000

This colorful patchwork bench from Georgia-based artist Margret Taylor is made from reclaimed wood and doubles as a skinny coffee table--great for tiny apartments! Available in 5 colors, classic (shown here), harvest, natural, pastel, and whites. 47" x 18" x 17"

www.dryadsdancing.com

Karastan SmartStrand Carpet

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 10:53:00 +0000

37% of the fibers used in Karastan SmartStrand carpets are made from a renewable resource--corn based polymers--resulting in an earth-friendly carpeting choice for modern consumers.

www.karastan.com

Dandelion Slate Place Mats

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:43:00 +0000

These beautiful reclaimed slate place mats from London Kills Me make a wonderful addition to the eco-modern table. Sold in sets of 4 or 6, they are individually cut and printed to order. Approximately 29.5cm x 25.5cm

www.londonkillsme.com

Recycled Glass Infused Coasters

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 10:35:00 +0000

These sparkly coasters are made from recycled glass infused pottery. Available in 8 colors including Green Goddess, Tropical Water, and Amethyst Crystal. 4.25"

www.palomapottery.com

Glass Jar Lights

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 10:20:00 +0000

These sleek, contemporary light "pendants" are made from Weck's canning jars and fitted with energy saving CFL bulbs. Handmade to order. From San Francisco based Tehrani Baylis Design. 2.5W x 8.5H

tb-d.com
via www.remodelista.com

Outdoor Living Rooms

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 11:06:00 +0000

What could be better than this comfy cozy outdoor living room overlooking the sea? Comprising a couch and coffee table, each made from a base of straw in which a lush carpet of grass is grown--mowing required! Look for the outdoor living rooms at National Trust properties throughout the UK.

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

via www.greendiary.com

Green Office Pod

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 10:43:00 +0000

Fed up with cubicle life? If you're ready to start working from home, check out this green office pod brought to you straight from the UK. Made from sustainable, environmentally friendly materials, including timber sourced from FSC forests, 100% recyclable aluminum windows and doors, and solvent-free paints.

www.green-studios.co.uk

Recycled Subway Map Box

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:41:00 +0000

This round storage box is made from recycled subway maps. Attractive and trendy, it's the perfect accessory for home or office. 3 ¾’’H x 4 ½’’D

www.recycledplanetstore.com

Maple Wood Twig Plates

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 11:00:00 +0000

Perfect for dinner parties and special occasions, these eco-friendly dinner plates are handcrafted in Dorset, VT, USA from maple wood that is harvested from managed North American hardwood forests. Laser etched with a twig pattern, unfinished. 7 x 7 in.

www.jkadamsdirect.com

Lydia Bag

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 10:01:00 +0000

This practical, yet stylish shoulder bag is made from a variety of recycled materials including Virgin Atlantic seat covers, surplus military fabric, seat belts, and bicycle inner tubes. Available in orange, blue, gray and red. 37×25 cm (approx. 10 x 15 in.)

www.wornagain.co.uk

Eco-Tots Table and Stools

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:57:00 +0000

This sturdy EcoTots Table & Stools is just the right size for your tiny tots. Made from formaldehyde-free FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified birch plywood and finished with a non-toxic water based stain. UV cured finishes minimize greenhouse gases. Easy assembly--no tools required! From InModern. Available in Fire (shown here), cocoa, leaf, and natural. Table: 26.5"L x 26.5"W x 16.75"H Stools: 11.5"L x 11.5"W 10.25"H

www.ecotots.com

Pebble Mosaic Tiles

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 11:00:00 +0000

For a fabulous modern, yet natural look these pebble mosaic tiles can't be beat. Pebbles are hand-picked and sorted by color and size, and then glued to a mesh backing for easy installation. Available in colors from soft taupe to white and shades of gray in green to black, these pebble tiles would be great for outdoor jacuzzis, saunas, or pool houses.

www.bourgetbros.com

Frankie Goes Fluorescent lamp

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 11:27:00 +0000

This contemporary lighting fixture from the Fire & Water collection by David Bergman Architect is made from 100% recycled glass and uses CFC bulbs so it's not only stylish, but energy efficient as well. available with white, green or blue recycled glass. Uses a 26 watt dedicated CFL dimmable compact fluorescent. Measures 5" D x 8" W x 20"D. or 23 watt screw base

www.cyberg.com

Beeswax Furniture Polish

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:31:00 +0000

Have you ever tried a beeswax furniture polish? If so, you know that you will never use anything else on your fine wood furniture again. Made from 100% natural beeswax, with or without the essential oils.

Beeswax Furniture Polish

Aqua Vetiver Table Runner

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:30:00 +0000

Made from cotton and vetiver, an aromatic fibrous root that grows in Indonesia, this beautiful aqua and natural color runner is perfect for your eco-modern table. 14 in. x 76 in.

www.fairtrademarketplace.com

Recycled Glass Furniture

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:22:00 +0000

Robal Glass is a new material made of 100% recycled glass in a clear, soy-based resin that is being used to make eco-friendly furniture like the table shown here from Rochester, NY based Green Grove Designs rescues the glass from landfills, after which it is sterilized before being made into Robal Glass products, which are 82 per cent or more recycled glass content by weight.

www.greengrovedesign.com

Solar Power Shingles

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:24:00 +0000

While still in the developmental stages, solar powered shingles, which would consist of a felxible, thin transparent film barrier placed over a roof like shingles, may one day replace solar panels. Dubbed flexible solar shingles, they use a thin film technology that was developed in the 1990s.

www.vitexsys.com

Green Packing Foam Peanuts

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 09:21:00 +0000

Made from cornstarch and potato starch, these "green" packing peanuts are completely biodegradeable. What I like even better is that they are static free!!!

Biodegradable Packing Peanuts

Rubber Wood Child’s Play Clock

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:20:00 +0000

I love Plan Toys and my kids do too. In addition to being an excellent teaching tool, this clock is also environmentally friendly since it's made from plantation grown rubberwood. No batteries needed!

Plan Toys Rubber Wood Activity Clock

Earthopoly Board Game

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 09:19:00 +0000

Earthopoly is a fun game for the whole family. It's primary goal is to educate about conserving earth's resources. Made from recycled paper and printed with soy-based inks. Ages 8 and up. 2 to 6 players.

Earthopoly

Chaise Longue

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:19:00 +0000

These wonderful chaise longues are made from reclaimed wood by Brazilian architect and furniture designer Carlos Motta. Shown here: Astúrias collection. 96 cm. wide x 200 cm long.

www.carlosmotta.com.br

Recycled Wine Cask Hotel Rooms

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:18:00 +0000

Four of the rooms at the Hotel de Vrouwe van Stavoren in the Netherlands are made from recycled wine casks. And yes, in case you're wondering they are definitely larger than your average wine barrel at 14,500 litres vs. the 225 litres or approximately 59 gallons you're probably used to seeing. Each wine cask is large enough to accommodate two single beds with a sitting room and bathroom.

www.hotel-vrouwevanstavoren.nl

Natural Salt Tealight Holder

noreply@blogger.com (Heleigh Bostwick) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:59:00 +0000

This tea light holder is hand carved from a block of natural salt crystal mined from the earth. In addition to adding a soft glow to your table, as the salt warms from the flame of the candle, it also emits negative ions to purify the air.

Salt Crystal Tea Light Candle Holder