Beatifully Crafted Eco Bathrooms - so hard to find!

Native Trails combines sustainability, artistry and modern design to create beautiful kitchen and bath products. Their sinks, basins, tubs and vanities are handcrafted from natural resources of reclaimed wood and copper, which actually contains capabilities that kill harmful bacteria. What could be better than a household product that does your cleaning for you?

To create the beautifully crafted designs, talented artists use a traditional method that requires 30,000 thoughtful hammer strikes to transform a reclaimed piece of copper into a practical and stunning work of art. The patience and precision of the artists is beautifully illustrated in its final state.

We love that Native Trails values creating unique kitchen and bath products from sustainable materials. No doubt, their designs are absolutely breathtaking. We admire their passion for the environment and believe their products are truly inspiring, transforming living spaces through eco innovations and contemporary design

Eco Wallpaper Feature: Eco Se

WOW!

 This Swedish Eco Wallpaper company launches collection after collection of vibrant, young and trendy designs that emphasise the creative and individual space.

The paper they use in production is taken from one of the world’s most environmentally friendly forestry operations, with no clear-felling and with meticulous replanting of extracted forest.  No harmful solvents or PVC are used, and all the printing inks and surface layers in our wallpapers are water-based.

At DesignerEco we always take a look at the company HQ for their own business efforts at sustainability and environmental impact and we are pleased to report that Eco Se has their own water treatment facility and conduct all production in combination with energy recovery. Good job!

Eco Friendly Pendant Lamp: CorruLights by InhabitLiving

Fabulously chic and made of 70% recycled content, Corrulights by Inhabit are a trendy addition to any interior. The airy design casts beautiful shadows of light and dark against the circular array of silhouettes, which surround a central industrial-style sprocket.

Corrulights are Class A fire retardant and contain zero VOC’s, making them absolutely non-toxic. So exhale because these eco-conscious, savvy lights, are Corrulights are Class A fire retardant and contain zero VOC’s, making them absolutely non-toxic. So exhale because these eco-conscious, savvy lights, are safe for any space and support our environment. With ten stylish options and four sizes to choose from, design for any space and support our environment. The Corrulights are fantastic in a kitchen, hanging atop a dining table, or above a bed.

These pendants might be just the spark to light up your imagination. :) Emily

New I80West Eco- Friendly Wallpapers & Latest Picks of Eco Wallcoverings

So DesignerEco has a hot new lead in on the latest eco wallpaper developments in the USA. Finding eco wallcoverings made from FSC certified wood sources (and for every one tree chopped down in the making three are planted) and printed with no VOC inks is thankfully not too tricky these days. We love the  traditional wallpaper patterns but now as the selection/technology and demand for eco products increases, we are on the scout for more choice. See below a few of our latest picks.

Eco-Se

 Eco Centric Wallpapers

 Graham & Brown Eco Wallcoverings

 Mod Green Pod

For a more sculptural feel,  we also love the low-relief, chemical free Inhabit Living wall panels that are made from 100% bamboo pulp and are fully 100% biodegradable. These are fantastic for creating dimension, texture and atmosphere particularly as you can customise and paint them. See our other blog post for more info on them!

However we  want MORE as eco interior designers. 

These hot new mural-esque wallpapers from I80west.com, made in San Francisco, are a very cool new eco friendly collection made from 31% post consumer waste.  The wallpaper collective, the company behind this brand new eco friendly line, also offers to recycle the papers again when (if you ever feel the need) it comes to changing them. Better still, for those working towards LEED certification these snazzy new green wallpapers are worth 6 LEED credits.

There are actually a lot of eco wallpaper options out there - and even customizable ones. It is always worth asking the question if you are after a particular color to go with a certain palette. 

Contact us with your eco design questions.

Wall Flats: The Next Big Thing

Wall flats may have been an unfamiliar concept, but let us guide you into the incredible world of eco friendly wall flats by Inhabit. We’re sure you’ll be glad you came along.

  

Inhabit’s wall flats are no doubt the next big product to create cool, chic, and stylish rooms. The environmentally friendly wall panels are durable, biodegradable, and made from bagasse, one of our world’s best renewable resources. Lightweight and versatile, the wall tiles can be trimmed or painted to create a large-scale design that transforms rooms from simple to striking. Any scraps not used can be composted or recycled. Wall flats contain no VOC’s, no urea-formaldehyde, no plastics and no chemical fillers, keeping you healthy and safe.

We are certainly infatuated with Inhabit’s wall flats, what with the many dimensional varieties and creative design opportunities. And now that you’ve seen them, hopefully you’ll be excited to take a look at the website or even incorporate them in your next design project. Whatever it is, you are no longer in the dark, but have been awakened to the fantastic universe of innovative wall flats. Emily

Eco Bathrooms - Native Trails Stylish Eco Sinks

Eco bathroom and kitchen products supplier Native Trails is one of DesignerEco's favourites. They go to great lengths to design things that are stylish but also use recylced and sustainable materials.

We wanted to share some new products recently released:

This is the new Kohani
16 gauge hand hammered, recycled copper, 1.5" drain, IAPMO Listed / cUPC Certified Vessel

20" x 15" x 4" - OD
20" x 15" x 3.5" - ID

Available in two finishes: Antique - CPS257: $1,298* & Brushed Nickel - CPS557: $1,595*

And we totally love the new mirror and shelf option - Solace.
French cleat provided for easy installation, Shelf sold separately, Low VOC finish
Sizes and pricing below:
22" Woven Strand Bamboo
Mirror - MR222: $348*
Shelf - MSH222: $125*

28" Caramel Bamboo
Mirror - MR281: $398*
Shelf - MSH281: $138*

28" Woven Strand Bamboo
Mirror - MR282: $398*
Shelf - MSH282: $138*

If you know any other good suppliers for eco friendly bathroom materials please share them - we would love to hear from you.

Five Easy Ways to Decorate Your Home Green

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DesignerEco has put together a few ideas to help you get on your way to a greener, healthier home.

1 . Paint

 One of the best ways to make your home green is to use paint that has low VOC’s, (Volatile Organic Compounds). This goes for sealants and coatings too. Eliminating these toxins in your home is crucial for maintaining healthy indoor air quality, not to mention keeping you and your family healthier.  To make research simple, try these top brands for your next green painting project: Bioshield, Benjamin Moore Natura, Frazee UltraTech, and Sherwin-Williams Emerald.

2.  Flooring    

Bamboo and cork are two eco-chic flooring materials. Bamboo, a grass not a wood, is extremely sturdy, low maintenance, and springier underfoot than wood. Its price is also comparable to most other woods. Cork is resilient, flexible, and comfortable, giving a cozy feel. Even better, its natural properties guard against mold, mildew, pests and rot. If you’re sold already, check out these sites to see more eco friendly alternatives: Ecofriendly Flooring, Natural Home, the Environmental Home Center, or Greenfloors. We did bamboo floors recently in both a bathroom and kitchen.

3.     Window Coverings

For a no-construction eco project, consider replacing your drapes or shades with a sustainable option. Companies like The Shade Store and American Draperies & Blinds value using environmentally friendly materials and don’t sacrifice style at all. If your drapes need a facelift, take the plunge now. We think you’ll be happy you did.

4.     Furniture

Another amazing way to make your home green is to use only natural lacquers and finishes on your furniture. Doing this eliminates VOC’s, thus creating a healthier home and a cleaner environment. Check out Designereco’s stylish Caribou Bed Frame, which is finished with a water based satin polyurethane.

5.     Accessories

Last, decorating your home with eco friendly pillows like our Wabisabi Jellyfish and Sea Urchin Organic Cotton Pillows are a fantastic way to design without compromising the environment. Double-checking the materials your accessories are made from keeps your home trendy and, of course, green.

 We hope these easy tips will help get you on your way to transforming your home into a green and stylish haven. After all, decorating your home green is said to make people healthier and happier, so why not give it a try?

Please write to use if you have ideas or want supplier suggestions - we are always happy to help.