Socially-conscious living has been a talking point for some years now. But what’s the big deal? Well, there’s that whole let’s-casually-do-something-for-the-world thing, but sustainable design also tends to look real good.
Yes, we’re consumers at heart. And having an appetite for style and art, who doesn’t want to make their home look like somewhere a Will Smith character and a definitely-too-hot-for-him onscreen fling might drink port and listen to Jazz?
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You can do this! Just swap that wine for a whiskey neat and throw on some Trail of Dead, cuz we’ve got a peek at your first steps to creating an environmentally and socially conscious space.
The next time you hit that super awkward long silence with the significant somebody you brought home, you’ll be able to start talking about the coffee table that’s made from a dead tree that fell in the river 20 years ago.
Green Mind: Responsible Home Design
Upgrade Your Living Space With Sustainable Showpieces.
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Serenity Stumps
Take a seat or change that light bulb. These wondrous wood stumps are from a responsibly managed Forest & Maple Syrup Farm in Ottawa, Canada.
Serenity Stumps, $189.60.
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Fair Trade Tumblers
Glass is the most recyclable substance in the world, but you’ll want to keep these wine glasses out on the bar forever.
Recycled Glass Tumblers, $52.
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Bicycle Round Chandelier
Ever hear of Upcycling? Apparently its the process of taking junk or trash and turning it into something cool – and potentially expensive.
Bicycle Round Chandelier, Ridgely Studio Works, $5,750.
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Reclaimed Knife Woodie
Bring some subsistence into your kitchen.
Reclaimed Wood Knife Holder with Bamboo Sticks, $46.
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Mason Jar Pendant Lights
Shed some light on the situation with fixtures upcycled from mason jars.
The Hive - Half Gallon Quart Sized UpCycled Mason Jar Pendant Lights, $130.
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Reclaimed Wood Bed Frame
Handmade of Douglas Fir reclaimed from old buildings , this platform bed is the craft work of Los Angeles designer, Croft House.
Reclaimed Wood Platform Bed Frame, $2,295.
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Burlap Pillow with Antler Print
Lay your head down on something soft, stylish and made with eco-friendly cotton.
Antler Print On Washed Burlap Rectangle Pillow, $48.95.
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Driftwood Shelf
Don’t let your book collection go adrift.
Lake Driftwood and Reclaimed Wood Shelf, $200.
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Sustainable Sideboard
Sustainability isn't just for the handmade artisan. Crate & Barrel has a new line built in tandem with the Tropical Forest Trust.
Crate & Barrel, Fremont Sideboard, $1,199.
