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Jul 31
2009

{Friday Finds} Keep rockin' outta the landfill

Posted by: Susanna Mendiola

Tagged in: reuse , furniture

Susanna Mendiola

Another Friday, another Find...  If you don't always want to get a new piece of furniture, you have an alternative:  reuse existing items!  New is great but used has character!  I've found this beautiful, classic rocking chair online here.   

Design description: A chair should allow freedom of movement and accommodate more than one sitting position. Hans J. Wegner has long held this view so it was only natural that his attention be drawn to the design of rocking chairs. Commonly known by its model number - J16 - this rocker has been in continuous production since it was designed in 1943.

The J16's seat is hand-woven in natural-colored rope. It comes in solid beech that is treated with natural lacquer. Was purchased from the infamous Fillamento on Fillmore street in 2001 very good condition, just wont fit in our tiny house. Classic modern piece with great comfort and design.

24.8" W x 36.6" D x 42.13" H (16.54" seat height)

 Email me anytime susanna@furnicology.com for any find requests!

Jul 29
2009

Green Gardens

Posted by: Amy Swanton Mills

Amy Swanton Mills

If you think the best way to have a green garden is with a huge expanse of lawn, you’re like most people. Lawns are a part of our culture, and are a ubiquitous feature of front yard landscaping. Unfortunately, they also need a lot of water to maintain their lush good looks, and water is a precious commodity in sunny California.

So, how can you maintain your yard’s good looks without that gorgeous lawn? The answer is simple – get creative and go with native, drought-resistant plants.  I was recently inspired by the wonderful landscaping at the Dierberg Winery (http://www.dierbergvineyard.com/) tasting room up in Santa Barbara County. Simple outcroppings of sage and lavender, coupled with rock lined beds and bark, really worked well together.

 

       
 
The Getty Center Villa also has a wonderful herb garden that manages to be functional and beautiful at the same time. Herbs are not only easier to maintain than a lawn, they are useful in cooking (who doesn’t love fresh basil in their bruschetta or a lovely sage and brown butter sauce?) and add a lovely fragrance to your yard.

Jul 29
2009

Eco Friendly Shade Options

Posted by: Meghan Field Lopez

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Meghan Field Lopez

Making selections for drapery for your home can be confusing as it is with dimensions, shade transparency and fabric selection... Adding the Green factor can complicate your decision even more...

Look no further! Check out this great site that makes shade selections responsible, easy and fun! www.theshadestore.com/green-matters

                     

Jul 28
2009

Zody Chair- a sustainable alternative of seating

Posted by: Flavia A. Giraldo

Flavia A. Giraldo

 


 

      Zody chair by Haworth is a great option of sustainable seating. Specifically designed for offices, this chair is certified as a Cradle to Cradle™ Gold product by MBDC (McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry, LLC).. Zody is assembled using 100% renewable power, contains up to 51% recycled content and is up to 98% recyclable. Zody is GREENGUARD® Children & Schools Certified and chrome and PVC free. 

Jul 27
2009

Monday Funday- A.A.G.F- Affordable, Accessible Green Finds

Posted by: Meghan Field Lopez

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Meghan Field Lopez

Would you believe CB2 is sporting some recycled products? Take a look at these great finds ! These cute little stools could be great outdoors with your patio table or could be bunched to make a flexible coffee table.

 

 

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