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- Green, sustainable design, fun and creative design, product development, expansion, licensing and marketing.
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- NYU
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- Continue to grow my company. Start up InteriorDesignSupplies.com
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- http://www.artisticlifestyling.com
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AIA Architecture News
Each project in the "Top Ten Green Projects" awards by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) for 2008 was evaluated on ten measures, documented extensively on the COTE Web site. These include design innovation, community context and land use, longevity, bioclimatic design, water and energy conservation, materials, and indoor environment.
The ten winners — plus one honorable mention — approach sustainable design through an exemplary integration of architecture, technology, and natural systems
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Jetson Green
Eco-friendly EcoTimber, Green Realtors, Solar Phoenix Suns, + Cost of LEED
Green cement may set CO2 fate in concrete. NAR establishes new green designation for realtors. EcoTimber benefits in eco-friendly wood flooring market. Eight strategies to improve the performance of existing...
Green Innovation at Design Shizen
Just a couple days ago, we launched Design Shizen, and although it's only in beta, the submissions have been surprisingly good so far. Design Shizen is a community-based website that...
Swedish Energy Ball Changes Look and Feel of Small Wind Tech
This technology by Swedish company HomeEnergy has taken the web by storm over the past couple days. The Energy Ball is an aberration in a small wind market that seems...
Design Shizen for Green Inspiration
I'm psyched to announce and introduce a sister site to Jetson Green called Design Shizen. Design Shizen was built to become a source of inspiration for people seeking the best...
Sneak Peak: Venice Live/Work House
How about kicking out a shout to the newly established blog by EcoSteel? I was emailing with EcoSteel's Kelvin Findlay about their new projects and the blog came up. So...
Aviator Energy Efficient Live/Work Units Planned for Steamboat Springs
I just received an email about an interesting project on the cusp in Steamboat Springs, Colorado called Aviator. Aviator is a mixed-use, multifamily and storage units facility that's targeting LEED...
The Second Annual Plenty Twenty
I always find these lists interesting, but here's the idea: "There are game-changers and then there are world-changers. From Internet giants working to make renewable energy cheaper than coal, to...
Eco-friendly Founding Farmers Restaurant Seeking LEED Gold in D.C.
The green design and sustainability movement is gradually taking over all types of real estate and the restaurant industry is no different. Later this month, and pending certification, Founding Farmers...
Shop Etsy for Vintage Furniture and Accessories
Etsy, the popular new site used by artists and crafters, is also a gem for vintage finds such as furniture and accessories. The prices on Etsy are usually quite reasonable...
TechVille Green Concept Home by ZED
I really like the homes featured on Zero Energy Designs' portfolio page. One home in particular, the TechVille Concept Home, caught my eye. It's strikingly modern and absolutely incredible. It's...
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Found on Flickr - Thomas Wold
Gorgeous custom walnut cabinets designed by oh so cleverThomas Wold - more of his wonderful and fun creations can be found here - thomaswold.com.
The Good Mod - Portland, Oregon
The Good Mod in Portland, OR consigns and sells vintage modern furniture, housewares, and artwork. This seems like a great place for hard to find rare pieces, as well as more common pieces such as the Eames Lounge Chair - and they ship!
(Images via The Good Mod)
Fun Finds @ Urban Outfitters
Scandinavian Branch Armchair - $380.00Log Lamp - $24.00
Sunburst Clock - $98.00
I've never been a big fan of Urban Outfitters, but I am a fan of mixing affordable pieces with quality and vintage ones. I was surprised to find some pretty new items on their website - though I am unsure of the quality of the pieces above, I think they are fun without killing your pocketbook.
Branch Table @ DWR
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Balance
(Images via Balance Associates)Seattle based architecture firm Balance designs modern homes with a warm and cabin like aesthetic. The land and surrounding views are all taken into serious consideration and the floor to ceiling windows blur the lines between indoors and out.
DM Shop - Design Directory
Design Milk recently asked me to be a part of their new website - DMShop, a fabulous design directory full of links to shopping and design websites and blogs.
A big thank you to the people at Design Milk for having Twenty Twenty-One be a part of such a great site!
A big thank you to the people at Design Milk for having Twenty Twenty-One be a part of such a great site!
Found on Flickr
(Image via jakeliefer)Retro TV from Wilkerson Furniture
The M21 Flat Panel Television - An LCD nestled in a retro walnut cabinet.I'm not sure there are words to convey exactly how badly I want to own this.
Mile Hi Modern Real Estate - Denver
Swanky and fun and currently for sale outside Denver for the cool low price of $295,000.And what I wouldn't give for the collection of Catherine Holm bowls displayed in the kitchen!
(Images via Mile Hi Modern)
Furniture Store Blog
Affordable Kritter Children's Bed from Ikea
For under $100, Kritter from Ikea is an affordable option for a children's bed. The bed was designed by Anna Efverlund of Sweden. The fun blue color of Kritter is a good choice for a boy's room and an easy...
Decorative Wall and Table Clocks with an Asian Theme
I found a great source for some really uniquely decorative wall, table, and desk clocks that are more scenic than most of the clocks you may see out there. Here are a couple with an "Asian theme" from designers Julie...
Wogg 24 Modern Aluminum Bed
Wogg 24 features an aluminum frame made of 8 components that are easy to assemble and disassemble. This bed was designed by Atelier Oi for Wogg Furniture. The belt that you see going round the frame and legs secures the...
Glass Art and Vases from Chris McCarthy
Glass art is a very specific and creative talent that offers a beautiful and timeless addition to any home or commercial office setting. Artist Chris McCarthy applied his skills to his glass art in its liquid and solid state deliberately...
Danny Kuo Staircase
Staircase was created by designer, Danny Kuo. Cleverly, he combined a tall cabinet with the ability to reach the top shelves. There is no need to grab a step-stool here as you can pull out the bottom sections and use...
D1 Desk Lamp from Louis Poulin by Alcove Editions
In 1930 French designer Louis Poulin released his famous D1 desk lamp which can be found today at auctions for upwards of 15 thousand dollars. Poulin, who was a brilliant forerunner in the modernist field designed lamps for the famous...
"Soft Pill" Contemporary Occasional Chairs
You have probably heard of taking a chill pill, but here it is taking a "Soft Pill". The contemporary furniture pictured here are two occasional chairs from SpHaus in red and white. Soft Pill was created by designer, Fillipo Dell'...
Sony S-AIRPLAY Wireless Multi-Room Audio System
Here is a great new gadget for the music lovers. The Sony S-AIRPLAY is the latest in wireless audio form the leader in home entertainment systems. The compact iPod docking station allows you to listen to music in any room...
"Big Box" Storage Containers by SpHaus Furniture
Red and white meet to create a contemporary look in "Big Box" by SpHaus. Designed by Enrique Cesana this furniture piece is based on a linear system featuring three modules with a complimentary L-shaped component. Construction features matt lacquered MDF...
Runtal Radiators : The New Face of the Modern Space Heater
In a previous post Furniture Fashion started preparing you for the colder weather and presented a few room radiators, some of which doubled as towel racks. Here is a much more modern and interactive version by Runtal Radiators that allows...
Interesting Alcohol Drink Dispenser
For active entertainers this bar dispenser may have some appeal. This project was created by ten Swedish designers for a Beefeater competition where the object was to solve a bar's issue in servicing customers. You can see that the "drinks...
Stratton Platform Bed with Underneath Storage from Pottery Barn
Having a bed with storage drawers underneath the mattress provides a great place to store extra sheets, pillows, and other items that would be found in a linen closet. For smaller spaces I like the effect since you may not...
Bridge Coffee and End Table from West Elm Furniture
West Elm continues to be a good source for reasonably priced modern and transitional furniture, and here is another find. The "Bridge" coffee table and end table work well in almost any décor and offers a generous 56"w x 24"d...
Cool Modern Modular Home Benches by Council Design
Section is a series of modular home benches created by Derek Chen for Council Design. The concept is to let the home owner create the arrangement of their choosing. This modular approach allows us to be the innovative ones and...
West Elm : Sawhorse Trestle Work Table
If the Mason trestle desk from Williams Sonoma is a little out of your price range then the new Sawhorse Work Table from West Elm may be the right alternative. The "modern industrial" look of the black nickel finish over...
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Tried calling! May have the wrong phone number. Would like to chat before you leave on Friday.
My cell: 702-408-5099
I checked out Valaries' work...it's very good. Do you sell her work? I do have some textiles from west africa.........you know....mud cloth, batiks, some kente.... the usual stuff. My business partner is from Nigeria so we import lots of artifacts, custom made african clothing and of course the fabric. What's up, are you looking for products?.
Call me when you have time. Looking forward to catching up with you and your business!
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