We don’t think much about floors. We walk all over them, treat them like doormats; we don’t think of them as something that might be around for years and years, bringing us a quality of life we would otherwise lack. We might forget a floor’s ability to improve the air quality in our homes, help reduce landfill, or fill the gap in your sustainable local marketplace. Surprising news? They can. This is just a preview...Read the rest... Read More →

If our grandparents heard about carbon footprints, they probably would have been looking down at the carpet for tracks. Today we are looking at airplane tickets to the Midwest, and wondering how many trees need to be planted in order to give back what we are taking. This is just a preview...Read the rest... Read More →

The seasons are shifting. The economy is shifting. Days are long, the weather is warm, and money is tight. Focusing on ways you can capitalize on what is already available to you at home is one way to make the most of the weather, your dollar, and the dog days of summer. Instead of driving to destinations this year, create a destination in your own back yard. A porch, patio or deck can be the perfect venue for summer gatherings, barbecues or simply relaxing. This is just a preview...Read the rest... Read More →

The recipe: 1. Mix wood flour, pine rosin, linseed oil, limestone, and pigment. 2. Heat and calendar to jute backing. 3. Allow to cool. 4. Fold in history, color, and creativity. The result? Linoleum. This is just a preview...Read the rest... Read More →

Today’s kitchens are more than places to prepare food; they are family spaces, places of gathering, socializing, creating, and sharing. Open floor plans, work and cooking islands, and the elevation of cooking and nourishing our families from a chore to an exercise in education, living sustainable values, and creativity have changed the function of a kitchen in the home forever. This is just a preview...Read the rest... Read More →

A door defines a room, as entry and exit; it is both introduction and conclusion to a space. A door exists for purposes of privacy, sound insulation, heat, and airflow. Doors lead us to new discoveries and are integral to the “flow” of a home. The perfect door can be an elegant way to express the unique personality of your home. This is just a preview...Read the rest... Read More →

One of the first places that many people look to make eco-conscious changes to their homes is right under foot. “Green” flooring has been widely known, until now, as bamboo or cork because of their renewable harvesting properties. But while they are beautiful materials, there is an ever-expanding assortment of different products hitting the market, giving rise to new looks and trends. This is just a preview...Read... more