With the abundance of green products available today, designing your home while being kind to our environment is a rewarding and creative process.  Gone are the days of searching for eco-friendly products only to find a few expensive items. Now that green has become mainstream, you have a variety of selections at your fingertips.


With Elizabeth’s knack for repositioning and repurposing your current items, you can even save money by going green. In addition, by using energy efficient products, you can see a return on your investment while feeling good about leaving the earth a better place for tomorrow.


In creating her designs, Elizabeth focuses on using sustainable materials such as Forest Stewardship Council certified wood as well as no-VOC or low-VOC paints and adhesives. Recycled and recyclable materials get first attention. Using local sources is another tenet of green design which is good for the environment as well as your local economy.


All these green steps add up to a healthier world and a healthier you!



Green Design
good for you & good for the planet
Green Tips
Going Green Starts at Home

Add Fresh Air with Plants  
Plants can act as natural air filters, removing harmful chemicals like benzene and carbon monoxide from the indoor air. And they look great too, giving your home a more natural and vibrant feel. The best plants for improving indoor air quality include the peace lily, bamboo palm and gerber daisy.

Use Your Window Treatment Wisely   
In cold weather, leave drapes and blinds open on sunny days, but close them at night to reduce the amount of heat lost through windows. Close shades and blinds during the summer or when the air conditioner is in use or will be in use later in the day.

Use Energy Efficient Lighting  
By replacing 3 frequently used light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs, you’ll save 300 lbs. of carbon dioxide and $60 per year. But remember to recycle properly...they contain a small amount of mercury! 

Choose FSC Wood Products  
Much of the wood that we buy comes from unsustainable operations in endangered forests. The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is the only credible international certification organization for sustainably harvested wood and wood products. Look for the FSC label.

Reuse, Repurpose & Restore  
Before purchasing the latest item of the moment, think how you can reuse the items you already own. Avoid the landfill with a creativity session. May the sock monkey be your muse!

Opt for Low VOC Products 
Many common household products, including paints, carpets and furniture, emit gaseous volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can be harmful to human health. When buying these products, look for those with low, or better yet, no VOC content.

Buy Locally 
Locally produced products travel fewer miles to their end destination, resulting in less air and global warming pollution from transportation.

Vote! 
The most important step you can take in the fight against global warming is get involved in the political process. Vote for candidates with progressive environmental policies.
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