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In our search for beautiful interiors that minimize the toll on the earth, we’ve found a multitude of products that marry ecological awareness with crisp and innovative design. From clean-burning fireplaces to home accents made from recycled glass, these items will enhance environments both inside and out.
The gentle curves and neutral palette of Roche Bobois’ Tie Break collection complements its organic composition – the pieces are upholstered in bamboo fabric, a highly durable, naturally anti-bacterial, and fire-resistant material that doesn’t require treatment with additional chemicals. At Roche Bobois, 202.686.5667, or rochebobois.com.
Eagle One crafts classic, rustic pieces out of highdensity polyethylene – a 100-percent recycled plastic that’s almost impervious to the wear-and-tear of the elements. The Newport Lounging Collection cultivates a homey, down-to-earth vibe without sacrificing trees. At 800.448.3160, or eagleoneproducts.com.
Phillip Jeffries Ltd. uses sustainable Manila hemp, a recycled paper backing, and safe vegetable dyes to produce this Embroidered Hemp wallcovering with a swirling, organic motif that’s available in six earthy colors. At Holly Hunt, 202.554.2910, or hollyhunt.com.
This ASKO dishwasher (Model D3232XLSS) is not just minimal in appearance: It uses only five gallons of water per load, as opposed to the usual eight to 10, and about 50 percent fewer kilowatt hours than the average consumer model. Combine these specs with quiet elegance and you have a winning appliance. At The Fretz Corporation, 866.987.2123, or fretz.com.
MIO Culture uses recycled material to bring a do-it-yourself ethos to its striking Bendant lamp. Its customizable design means it can ship paper-flat with minimal packaging and then blossom into a sculptural masterpiece. At MIO Culture, 215.925.9359, or mioculture.com.
Oceanside Glasstile makes its iridescent architectural tiles using more than two million pounds of glass from a curbside recycling program in addition to silica sand, an abundant natural resource. This glowing, milky-white Pearl field tile from the Elevations line is one of our favorites. At Renaissance Tile & Bath, 703.549.7806, or renaissancetileandbath.com.
The soft, cylindrical simplicity of La Mediterranea’s fluid Jarra Siesta pitcher echoes the environmentally gentle way it was made. The award-winning line is hand-crafted by Spanish artisans from 100 percent recycled glass. At OwenLawrence, 404.869.7360, or owenlawrence.com.
Eco-Smart Fire’s slick Zeta fireplace packs a visual punch with an enviable eco-friendly pedigree. The 3-foot-by-3-foot pod is made of recycled stainless steel and formaldehyde-free medium-density fiberboard and burns denatured ethanol, a clean and renewable fuel. At Studio Snaidero DC, 202.484.8066, or snaidero-usa.com.
BoConcept’s new Como line proves that great design can work for a space of any size. Take the sofas, for example, which can be free standing or joined together any way you want. With their soft and elegant stitching combining two, or more, together creates the ultimate streamlined look. At BoConcept, 202.33.5656, or boconcept.us.
