I know this is not furniture, but it can be considered an accessory so I felt compelled to let you all know about it. In the ever growing world of "green" and "eco friendly" products the Ecopod is a great idea to assist in recycling. Ecopod along with BMW Designworks conspired on this combination compactor/storage unit that flattens and stores cans and plastic bottles with ease. Designworks wanted to help assist in making recycling one of the most commonly used items simple and rewarding. Of course BMW has a way of making even a trash can look good. $328 At vivavi.com
Whether you are furnishing your home or office one American made manufacturer is a wise choice in shaker and mission style furniture. Spectra Wood started more than 35 years ago as a family hobby and has grown, but is still a smaller company with around 70 craftspeople. This allows for a close attention to detail as well as a guarantee things are hand created. Using American cherry with finger joints and dove tails they make furniture the old fashioned way, and the quality is very evident. I really love the way natural cherry gets richer with age taking on a very warm feel and its own character. The line includes several styles with office, bedroom, dining, as well as a number of armoires and chests for various purposes.
Armed with the slogan" if your home doesn't stand out don't blame us" Bo Concepts designs are as bold as their claim. Know originally as Club 8 this reinvented Modern furniture company has covered all the bases and has something for every room of your home. I really like their hanging wall units and low profile platform beds with their clean lines and beautiful selection of wood veneers. Bo Concepts represents a very good value and manages to offer great styles that play of the modern classics at a less than collector price tag. The Diva sofa in indicative of the upholstery line but the picture does not do the fabric justice, they really have a great selection!
For many of us life is so busy that we tend to eat quickly and move on to the next task in life. There are those of us that still relax and converse during dining catching up on the lives of each family member. Spending more time at the dining table is what Marie-Christine Dorner had in mind in creating the Ivy chair. Notice how the chair curves back and seems to fit the posture of the back for an extended period at the dining table. The height of the chair will also support the head and shoulders when the body is leaned back. If your family spends time at the dining table then a chair design similar to the Ivy chair might make your dining experience more comfortable.
We have all heard the saying "details matter" and they definitely give some added character to a complete décor. The beautiful iron works of Shawn Lovell will certainly finish off your home with a delicate botanical theme. From fire screens, trellis, and railings, to the more mainstream furniture items like beds and table and chair sets. Shawn Lovell Metal works will add natural beauty to your interior and exterior. Shawn uses traditional forging and modern welding to create each of her one of a kind pieces.
