Interior Design Show’s sustainable designs
By Laurie Posted on January 9th, 2009 in Design, Latest News, Must ReadsFrom salvaged trees transformed into dining tables, to recycled glass reinvented into flooring, the recent Interior Design Show in Toronto highlighted some innovative designs developed into functional home furnishing.
PaperStone products are developed from recycled paper and post-consumer waste – primarily cardboard and standard office paper.
Boasting “steel-like strength in span” and a “stone-like beauty”, this innovative and cost-competitive company is a great alternative to granite.
And they look really slick.
Cost-efficient, environmentally friendly, and aesthetically appealing, this open fireplace is the next step in home warmth. Run by renewable green energy, it burns clean and is virtually maintenance free.
And with the selection they have to offer, there is a version for everyone.
Hailing out of Vancouver, Live Edge Design is a company that salvages trees from storm damage or manual forest labour, their pieces resembles smooth carvings akin to contemporary sculpture.
Furniture is custom made, expertly crafted, finely finished and built to last.
Rustic but gorgeous, they’ll fit your home in the city, or your rural cottage up north.
Say goodbye to bottled waste and hello to the Ovopur, the newest filter to fit in your eco-chic home. Using gravity to filter your tap water, it gives you fresh tasting water at the pull of a knob. The company is keen on recycling and reusing, and offers a rebate on refills.
Other models are available, to fit the needs of your home, adding ambiance to your space, and satisfying your thirst.
For more information, featuring past events and next year’s show, visit the Interior Design Show’s website.
Images courtesy of:
alwaysbuildgreen.com
uniquehomes.com
ecosmartfire.com
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Ian, on March 25th, 2009 says:
That table is awesome. I like the rustic look – like being up at the cottage, but being at home.
andreas, on September 13th, 2009 says:
i am interested on eco smart fireplaces!!! i live in cyprus and i would like you to inform me about your products, prices and if you are able to send them to me! thank you!