
Angus Hutcheson's exquisite Chrysalis Sky floor lamp is as elegant as sustainable design gets. Conceived as a surreal glowing orb for the living room, the lamp's diffuser is made from randomly configured silk cocoons, each attached to a hand-soldered wire matrix. Produced by Hutcheson's lighting Argo brand, the lamp continues with the brand's design narrative of fusing nature......read more
Polyethylene terephthalate, aka PET, is one of the most common plastics in consumer goods, which means it's also one of the most problematic sources of waste. Luckily, the textiles industry has found novel new uses for discarded PET plastic, using the strong, light fibers to create new fabrics like felt, which Bay Area designer Josh Jakus uses to create the Stola Table Lamp. The "light sculpture"......read more
Pasadena-based artist/designer William Stranger makes unique pieces from salvaged walnut wood -- landfill-bound urban trees that have been downed by development, storm or disease. “Tree Screen” merges art with functional design, and can be installed as a piece on the wall or used as a headboard or even a door. ...read more
Sapling Stacker block toys made from sustainable Maple and Walnut. Finished with local beeswax and organic jojoba oil, so totally non-toxic. A tree is planted with Trees for the Future for every toy sold....read more