Chicago is a favorite city of ours. It has consistently been rated as one of the most environmentally focused cities in the US. From a well developed bike system, to LEED certified buildings and to an appreciation for locally produced foods. When we were asked to be a part of a marvelous event, called Putting the Garden to Bed. The...
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This post brings together several things we feel pretty strongly about. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, we have a deep appreciation for the Pacific Salmon. The salmon is a symbol of the region, revered for its power and beauty, and certainly its taste. Today, the salmon and its habitat are under extreme threat. Through our association with 1% For...
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We held the second Shanghai Eco-Fair on Saturday, October 25th outside at URBN Hotel, China's first and only carbon neutral hotel. URBN was designed by our friends at A00. (A00 is also a one of the other brands involved in our retail project, NEST where they display some of the fine furniture pieces.) The event was a huge success attracting...
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We love it when we see bamboo be used creatively and beneficially. Inhabitat great example of utilizing bamboo's qualities and strengths. The Origami-Inspired Folding Bamboo House: " Ming Tang’s beautiful origami-inspired Folded Bamboo Houses are intended to be used as temporary shelters in the aftermath of an earthquake. Brilliant in their simplicity, the geometric shelters are constructed from renewable materials...
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