Lotus Flower Chandelier @ Viva Terra in Pearl finish.
With the nature theme popping up everywhere in home décor trends, I’m not surprised to see the return of Capiz shells , which were all the rage in the 1970’s. We’ve actually been seeing them in the jewellery realm for a while, but they’re now appearing in product designs for the home.
On account of their translucent quality, Capiz shells were traditionally used in windows and are still known as the “windowpane oyster” or “windowpane shell” to many. This time around we’re seeing these delicate shells used more creatively and often presented with a modern aesthetic in lighting and accessories.
Of course, GDG would urge you to purchase products made from sustainably harvested Capiz shells, and fortunately, we are seeing more and more of this eco.friendly practice today. According to Style Hive , the handmade Lotus Flower Chandelier’s shells are sustainable and are CITE...
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Bamboo Ottoman by Bettencourt @ Vivavi.
The eco.chic Bamboo...From: greendesigngirl.com
Post Date: 2008-03-05 21:17:01
Bamboo Ottoman by Bettencourt @ Vivavi .
The eco.chic Bamboo Ottoman is made by Bart Bettencourt , a Brooklyn based furniture designer and cabinet maker whose focus is to merge sustainability and innovative design. He is also known for utilizing recycled materials and for his work with the Certified Forest Products Council , now known as metaFore .
Bettencourt has a great contemporary line of furniture available at Vivavi , a favourite green design shop of mine, from whic...
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Post Date: 2008-03-05 21:16:00
Bamboo Dining Table + Chairs by Bettencourt @ Vivavi .
Bettencourt does it again with beautiful and sustainable bamboo, this time merging it with a contemporary stainless steel frame. I love this pairing of materials, which supports the growing trend of “modern organic”. : intro post :...
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