green design

Nokia announces plans to introduce 40 green phones. Also unveils e-cycling program.

"Open source" is a term that's used mostly in Software, no so in the fashion world. A new German label, however, has embraced the principles of open source in its launch of a new line of eco-conscious clothing. Eco clothing lines are increasingly common, but the sharing of designs takes it into new territory in the fashion world.

Many people who lived near rivers and oceans have used fish skin throughout history. It's not an original idea and tanned fish skins have long been used in Russia and Japan, where they were employed to bind sword handles. What's new is the way these discards are put to use in this brave new world. Two of them show a promising future.

Impressive green architecture!

Lists the most ambitious clean energy and environmental-sustainability projects in the world today.

 

5 innovative and cool buildings that use nature to their advantage

This Massachusetts based company, founded by designers Alanna Mallon and Kate Browning, features adorable t-shirts and lunch bags made from organically grown cotton, among many other green products for your child.

American cities with the biggest buildings and the smallest carbon footprints.

Here's what the hippies (and me) like.

Bahrain builds world's largest building-integrated wind-turbines and they sure are gorgeous.

One of the largest circulation home and design magazines, Metropolitan Home, has gone green. The April issue is all about green (the practical and the beautiful) design.

An interview with Professor Tim McNeil of the UC Davis Design Museum on the ExhibiTricks blog.

Filled with great information and resources for everyone interested in green design.

 

 

 

 

How many paper cups hit the trash everyday to feed your coffee habit? Maybe this is the start of a solution...

How does a business go from an idea in your head to a functioning venture that runs smoothly and turns a profit? It helps to get your ideas on paper, and this is where a business plan comes in. A business plan is essential for materializing your business and getting on the road to success.

The innovative people over at MotoArt recycle old airplanes into functional art. This small international company is located in Southern California, at Torrance Airport. They salvage airplane parts - propellers, engines, wheels, doors - into furniture. Last year the company sold $1.5 million worth and business is soaring.