Style ideas and news for your eco-chic home
Posted in News on Jan 27th, 2009
It might not seem like the most likely material for your next sofa, but stinging nettles are the latest new-starter in the fabric world. Designed by fabric manufacturer Camira in collaboration with DeMontfort University, STINGPlus is made from 75% organic wool and 25% stinging nettles. It’s strong, sustainable and biodegradeable and has been called […]
Posted in Lounging, Style Ideas, News on Jan 23rd, 2009
You may have seen in the news over the last few weeks that the standard lightbulb as we knew it is no longer being stocked in stores in the UK. Some people are in uproar that they are having to change to low-energy bulbs - as if they dont want to save money on their […]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 22nd, 2009
Space saving and an eco design delight? That’ll be these gorgeous Pur Magin Chair; there’s one chair when you’re alone, and four for when you’re with friends. A work of art in itself, the chair evolved from a need to be functional and space saving, but also to look good. The four chairs stack together […]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 21st, 2009
Well I never…Treehouses, once the staple of childhood fun, have, quite literally, come up in the world! This week the Guardian uncovered it’s ten best green treehouse designs, for the ultimate in stylish eco living in the treetops.
My favourite is this beautiful structure, the eco friendly Yellow Treehouse Restuarant in New Zealand. Perched half […]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 12th, 2009
What were your new year resolutions? Do you even make any?
After the Christmas period of eating and drinking rich and delicious food (Thanks, Mother-in-law!) it is a common time to think about getting into shape. And the best way we know to get beautiful skin and feel energised is to drink lots of water.
Boris Johnson […]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 5th, 2009
A new year, a new leaf. After a long Christmas break of over indulgence many people at this time of year start thinking about ways to change and improve their life. While the financial predictions for 2009 might not be too rosy, there are several things we can do to help our tightened purse strings, […]