Eco sustainable homes and sustainable urban architectural design are at the forefront of the Batimat show in Paris. The aptly named Be-Green Houses prove it really is easy being Green, and it can be done in total comfort and style. This pair of contemporary house plans incorporates all the essentials into a colorful, bright design. [...]

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It’s the weekend again and I think making this bench would be a great way to spend it.
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MID CENTURY MODERN CHROME BENCH EAMES ERA

US $450.00
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It’s a new year. Why not snag a fresh pair of organic jeans in a sleek trouser cut and a creamy white wash from fresh company… the Gap? That’s right, the original home of the boring basic seems to be switching things up a bit. Fingers crossed that this is a [...]

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How adorable is this? Some entrepreneurial gals from Philadelphia got the rights to all the iconography from The All American Girls Professional Baseball League (you know, from that famous movie about their first women’s baseball team?) Happily, they chose to show off these vintage prints on organic tees with chemical free printing [...]

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So what if I have been hoarding Nimli a little. They’re just such a perfect find, you’ll want to keep them all to yourself — thier huge selection of Ecoskin finery, their ridiculously inexpensive handmade wraps, their thoughtful collection of gifts for any budget, and of course, their constant coupon codes (try [...]

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Ikea sent us their “new for Summer 2009″ catalog today… our picks were all lighting; the 5-stick SOLIG solar cell LED light chain (above), SOLIG solar-operated half globes, battery-operated mushroom shaped SOLIG lighting and the battery powered cylindrical SOLIG lantern (up to 60 hrs with 3x AAA).
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Oh my! Woodsy wrapping paper, I absolutely adore.

NEW VINTAGE – 12 DESIGN – GIFTWRAP WRAPPING PAPER MISP

US $1.50
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I love the look of Hansen’s eco hardwood. These bathroom sinks are pure modern with a great organic purity. Simple lines look wonderful with this rich wood grain. All product are hand built by cabinet makers using eco-friendly Danish hardwoods. They do great kitchens as well.

Standing before a room of oil company executives in June, John McCain flip-flopped and declared support for coastal oil drilling. Now the Washington Post is reporting that, within days, oil and gas execs ponied up nearly $1 million to elect McCain.1 It’s another piece of evidence that in a McCain White House, oil [...]

Tom Friedman on how America can regain its international stature by taking the lead in alternative energy and environmentalism.  The New York Times
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In honor of earth day I have been looking around for eco friendly packaging. I came upon this packaging for Sennheiser CX 300 ear phones. The packaging is made from cardboard and is 100% recyclable – no nasty plastic clam shell to clog up land fills.
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ANNE TOP
30% organic cotton
67% bamboo
03% spandex
With a breezy trapeze shape and adjustable twill tape straps, the Anne top is flattering on all. Beautiful 1-3/4" cotton lace tops the double pleated front. Slightly curved hem and gathering throughout the front and back. Hits below hip.
style#1012 price:$102
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You don't need an allotment and a giant fork to grow your own fresh and delicious herbs these days. In fact, it's easily done from the comfort of your own home, provided you've got a window…

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1989 Book 35 GARDEN BLUEPRINTS designs [...]