Incredible Brick Scuplture by Brad Spencer

Wish People Cared As Much About The Earth

Now That's a Gazebo!

Interactive Map Shows Climate Change

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Background

Area

Population

Wealth

Responsibility

Extraction

Emissions

Consumption

Historical

Reserves

Vulnerability

People at risk

Sea level

Poverty

Plant-In City: Architecture and Technology for Plants.

Power of a Hug!

Masters of a Plastic Universe

It is only a short step from exaggerating what we can find in the world to exaggerating our power to remake the world. Expecting more novelty than there is, more greatness than there is, and more strangeness than there is, we imagine ourselves masters of a plastic universe. But a world we can shape to our will is a shapeless world.  by Daniel J. Boorstin

Plastic Universe

Recycled green plastic bags create beautiful piece of art available at Eco1stArt.com. 

Buyer Beware Eco NOT

The Green Movement is growing but are all these manufacturers truly friends of the environment?  While protecting our environment it is essential not to be fooled by false claims.  A recent Twitter post caught our attention;

• So very New York! Step into Madison Avenue. This white and beige horn cuff is carved from naturally shedded buffalo horn from Africa.  http://tinyurl.com/EcoNOT

When do buffalo shed their horns? They don't. Their horns are permanently on their heads just like the horns are on a bull or cow. African buffalo are threatened by habitat loss and hunting pressures ( IUCN Antelope Specialist Group, 2008).

Learn more about Africa Poaching
Big 5 - African Buffalo Hunting A New Wave

Jane Goodall Visits Chimps She Helped Free

What Are the Benefits of Purchasing Ecologically Furniture?

Jungle Drum Handcrafted by Guido Brinkmann

Will and Jada Smith recently unveiled their 25,000 square foot Malibu, California home, furnished entirely from handcrafted, ecologically friendly furnishings.  Will told Architectural Digest, “We wanted to feel the love and labor that went into every piece of this place.”  Superstars are not the only consumers demanding the quality and craftsmanship of handmade furniture.  Due to a wide amount of media coverage, we are becoming increasingly aware of the damage we as a population have caused to our environment. 

 

Green Print Recycled Plastic Bags

by John Dahlsen

With scientific studies showing the damage caused to the ozone layer and the ways in which we can help eliminate any further damage, many of us are becoming more conscious about our consumer habits.

As a direct result, the demand for eco-friendly items like furniture has rapidly increased. With furniture being manufactured from a myriad of materials using various methods, many customers now prefer to make an educated decision as to the products they purchase for their home. In some cases, this may be in order to purchase items that are safe for the environment and their family collectively. One of the main advantages of purchasing ecologically friendly furniture is that all pieces will be manufactured using non-toxic, renewable materials. The benefit of investing in these types of products goes beyond the demand for earth friendly.

Vintage Damask Kimono Jacket

by VioletaVillacorta

Since these pieces will not contain harmful substances, you can also be guaranteed that the manufacturing process used to create each piece was not damaging to the environment. Although many wooden furniture pieces may be manufactured using recycled wood, there is still the issue that trees have been cut in order to obtain the wood required and thus some damage has been caused to our environment. When purchasing eco-friendly furniture, all pieces will be made using wood which has been taken from a certified wood harvesting site or ASC certified by the Forest Stewardship Council A.C.  The FSC has been around for almost 20 years and they have been enormously important in formal determination of standards for the responsible harvest of wood (used in furniture, flooring and paper), particularly from the world’s rapidly disappearing rainforests. Within these sites, trees are grown for the primary purpose of harvesting and once a tree has been cut down, a new tree is immediately planted.

Accent of Knowledge Honduras
Mahogany& Marble by Jonathan Cox

Many families opt to purchase ecologically friendly items for health reasons as eco-friendly goods will not harm your health. Some home furnishings may be produced using noxious materials which can be harmful to both you and your children.  This factor is particularly important if any member of your family suffers from extreme allergies. The Mayo Clinic recommends choosing easy-to-clean chairs, dressers and nightstands made of leather, wood, metal or plastic as part of allergy proofing your home. Furniture that is made using toxic substances can be harmful to the quality of air within your home which could lead to health problems in the future. If you saw an item that may work well within your home but discovered it was manufactured using noxious materials or substances, would you still consider purchasing it or would you opt for an eco-friendly alternative? For this reason, it always advantageous to peruse the labels of any furniture pieces you see before purchase.

A growing design trend in ecologically friendly furniture is creating furniture from bamboo, an extremely strong, fast growing grass, rather than manufactured wood.

Zebrawood, Walnut, Slate Entry Table

by ReedHansuld

An often overlooked aspect of purchasing ecologically friendly furniture is that it is cost effective. Unlike mass produced pieces of furniture which may be manufactured using harmful substances, eco-friendly furniture pieces do not possess extravagant price tags. Thus they are not only affordable but beneficial to the environment. With more designers opting to create green furniture pieces, homeowners are now indulged with a range of modern and traditionally designed pieces which are kind to the environment and their wallets without compromising style or aesthetic. Websites such as Eco1stArt.com feature contemporary ecologically friendly furniture pieces that cater to all tastes.

Ocean Driftwood Bench

by Maxwell Newhouse

Last but by no means least; by purchasing ecologically friendly furniture for your home, you will be doing your bit to help prevent deforestation. Purchasingeco-friendly goods will help to prevent global warming and deforestation to some extent and will help to reduce the amount of waste which can be accumulated from manufacturing furniture in a non-ecologically friendly manner.

As more homeowners become aware of the benefits of this type of furniture and see that environmentally friendly does not mean compromised style and quality, we can all collectively help to do our bit to preserve the environment and make some savings along the way.

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Warming to Chic Eco Friendly Décor

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith recently unveiled their 25,000 square foot   Malibu,   California   home, furnished entirely from handcrafted, ecologically friendly   furnishings.  Will told Architectural Digest, “We wanted to feel the love and labor that went into every piece of this place.”  Superstars are not the only   consumers demanding the quality and craftsmanship of handmade furniture.     (Read Article)

This piece is a response to the transition of landscape environment over time as new homes replace forests and fields, an ever changing landscape in which there is not one square inch of unaltered land.
 

New Talent Tuesday

Visit Eco1stArt.com every Tuesday to preview our newest eco-friendly innovative creations by the most talented International artists.







This ornate chair is made from old bicycle saddles collected from bike shops with seat posts assembled around two used bicycle wheels.

 

 

Spikey and ugly-pretty or not. The lamp is made of small brown screws there are a lot, unfunctional, and so purely hypothetical. Are the thousand screws that I had used made me bemused. To make light that's so intense,but altogether makes some sense. A collection of objects with light improvised through form, function, and aesthetic. The concept is simple and widely practiced throughout the product design industry of the past and present. This work is based on reclaiming the functions of used or found objects or materials. Their functions have been re-applied practically into lifestyle to describe new forms from old forms that function mainly as desirable objects with light. Light and sound are the principle mediums that conduct the processes and techniques needed to orchestrate this flurry of materials with forms and functions. These objects use material and form to sculpt light with rendering results that transform interior surfaces into highly decorative picturesque environments.


     

       



This stunning contemporary bangle is handcrafted of sterling silver made from thick silver wire, forged and formed then complimented with copper.










       

Eco Chic Fine Art * Vintage Jewelry * Eco Couture Apparel * Sustainable Furniture * Recycled Accessories * One-of-a-kind Collectibles

Why Invest in Ecologically Friendly Items for Your Home

Cloud Walker Chandelier by Jordy Fu
Recycled Paper

As we have become more aware of the damage we have caused to the environment through various manufacturing processes and so forth, a wide range of ecologically friendly items have been introduced to the market over recent years. These products help to dramatically reduce the use of natural resources and instead, utilize recycled resources in order to produce required goods. Purchasing these kinds of items is incredibly beneficial to the environment which in turn, is beneficial to us as a society also.



Flight In Yellow and Purple I by Jo-Ann Lizio
Repurposed Sheet Metal



As a direct result of studies throughout the years which have shown the issues that stem from constantly utilizing natural resources, a wide number of manufacturing companies have taken the time to develop new and improved environmentally friendly products. These companies are working towards reassuring the consumer that the products and processes used within their company are ecologically friendly. Investing in ecologically friendly items for your home whether you are investing in apparel, furniture, lighting or even art; hold a wide range of benefits which stem much further than being kind to our environment.



Portals by Bill Hess
Recycled Container Glass

 There is often the misconception that ecologically friendly items will not be pleasing to the eye or carry any form of style or sense of ‘chic’. This however, is strictly not true. Although some items may be produced using recycled products which may originate in plain colors or even textures, these items can be dyed in a wide range of colors to add a splash of color and be worked into any room. What’s more, these dyes will not contain any toxic substances, making them ideal for use within your home. So, say you were looking to purchase an ecologically friendly piece of furniture for your home, you are guaranteed to be provided with a range of options in terms of color, style and design whilst being kind to the environment at the same time.



Dublin Bed by Jeff Soderbergh

 Many of the items that are found within our home will not be environmentally friendly, meaning that they will be manufactured using a myriad of natural resources during the production/manufacturing process. These processes will create a large amount of waste and will not help in conserving our natural resources. However, with many products not clearly labeled as to how they have been made, we can be forgiven for our lack of knowledge. Ecologically friendly items are produced using a much lower level of natural resources which helps in eliminating the amount of waste created during production.



Carmel Chair by Samantha Cobos

By investing in ecologically friendly jewelry, art, furniture and lighting for your home, one thing you can be sure of is that these items were produced using environmentally friendly processes. Compared to other production processes which will damage the atmosphere, eco-friendly goods will be processed in a manner that helps to lessen the level of waste within landfills which in turn, will help to decrease air pollution. These processes do not only benefit the environment, but also those working within production plants. Purchasing ecologically friendly goods for your home not only ensures that you are doing your bit to save our environment, but should you opt to purchase an ecologically friendly gift for a friend or family member, you can also help to encourage others to begin investing in these fantastic products too.

 

White Raven & Amber Set by Ola Voyna

Although you may agree that investing in ecologically friendly goods is a great way in which to help the environment, chances are you may be somewhat skeptical as to the level of quality these goods will hold. Many often associate recycled or ecologically friendly goods with low quality and lack of style. In actual fact, these products are of a great quality and with many designers looking to research further into how these fantastic, environmentally friendly materials can be used, we are spoilt with a wide range of stylish, artistic and high quality pieces to add to our home. With an array of high value online stores such as Eco1stArt.com at your disposal, you are guaranteed to find an abundance of pieces of furniture, jewelry and art that are not only affordable and expertly crafted, but also beneficial for our environment.

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Featured Artist: Prizy Sebastian Eco Couture



Jezibelle by Prizy Sebastian

 Inspired by the beauty of Couture, Prizy Sebastian designs elegant dresses with extreme attention to detail, a dedication to the feminine look, a love for technique and the use of natural fabrics.

Originally born in India, she grew up in Houston, and studied fashion while attending the University of Texas. Dress design was a true calling. After honing her skills in the New York fashion industry, she struck out on her own to develop her personal aesthetic and grow creatively as an artist.

Inspiration is also taken from textures and patterns found in  art, nature, and history. With great colors and subtle details, a dress tells it’s own story and transports the wearer to a more elegant time. Every item has great construction, using traditional dressmaking techniques, such as pin-tucking, gathering, and pleating.

In an effort to stay true to craftsmanship and be environmentally friendly, each dress is made in New York upon request. This keeps production to the absolute minimum.  Styles evolve organically.  Silk, wool and cotton are the primary fabrics used, the oldest fibers used in history and still the most natural and biodegradable.

Her work exemplifies the best in the feminine, and accentuates the form.
Prizy Sebastian designs to create beauty, return to a sense of craftsmanship, and add to the timeless in an ever-changing world.

Nationwide Elle Decor December/January 2011

Nationwide Feature Elle Decor Dec/Jan 2011

Preserving History Beautifully

Jeff Soderburgh Isosceles Table

“So much today is temporary, disposable, throwaway. I would like to help preserve the history of our unique surroundings in a tangible way that can be passed down through the generations. Simply, I want to take materials from an era where we were surrounded by craftsmanship and detail and force us to re-examine their beauty out of context.” “Re-claim a piece of history.”-Jeff Soderbergh




 

 Isosceles Tables - Reclaimed floorboards with hand forged steel scroll base.

Organiks by Susan Jablon

Organiks Mosaic Tiles

Benefits of Recycling

Direct from the EPA:

Recycling turns materials that would otherwise become waste into valuable resources. Collecting used bottles, cans, and newspapers and taking them to the curb or to a collection facility is just the first in a series of steps that generates a host of financial, environmental, and social returns. Some of these benefits accrue locally as well as globally.

Benefits of Recycling

• Recycling protects and expands U.S. manufacturing jobs and increases U.S. competitiveness.
• Recycling reduces the need for landfilling and incineration.
• Recycling prevents pollution caused by the manufacturing of products from virgin materials.
• Recycling saves energy.
• Recycling decreases emissions of greenhouse gases that contribute to global climate change.
• Recycling conserves natural resources such as timber, water, and minerals.
• Recycling helps sustain the environment for future generations.

 Steps to Recycling a Product

Recycling includes collecting recyclable materials that would otherwise be considered waste, sorting and processing recyclables into raw materials such as fibers, manufacturing raw materials into new products, and purchasing recycled products.  Collecting and processing secondary materials, manufacturing recycled-content products, and then buying recycled products creates a circle or loop that ensures the overall success and value of recycling.

Step 1. Collection and Processing

Collecting recyclables varies from community to community, but there are four primary methods: curbside, drop-off centers, buy-back centers, and deposit/refund programs.  Regardless of the method used to collect the recyclables, the next leg of their journey is usually the same. Recyclables are sent to a materials recovery facility to be sorted and prepared into marketable commodities for manufacturing. Recyclables are bought and sold just like any other commodity, and prices for the materials change and fluctuate with the market.

Beautiful Daisy Lamp by Sarah Turner Created with 12 Upcycled Plastic Bottles

Daisy Lamp and Lampshade by Sarah Turner

Step 2. Manufacturing
Once cleaned and separated, the recyclables are ready to undergo the second part of the recycling loop. More and more of today's products are being manufactured with total or partial recycled content. Common household items that contain recycled materials include newspapers and paper towels; aluminum, plastic, and glass soft drink containers; steel cans; and plastic laundry detergent bottles. Recycled materials also are used in innovative applications such as recovered glass in roadway asphalt (glassphalt) or recovered plastic in carpeting, park benches, and pedestrian bridges.

Not to mention the beautiful art created by the innovative artists of Eco1stArt.com.

Cola Lampshade by Sarah Turner


Step 3. Purchasing Recycled Products
Purchasing recycled products completes the recycling loop. By "buying recycled," governments, as well as businesses and individual consumers, each play an important role in making the recycling process a success. As consumers demand more environmentally sound products, manufacturers will continue to meet that demand by producing high-quality recycled products. Learn more about recycling terminology and to find tips on identifying recycled products.

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Kimba Expandable Bangle Set

The holidays are coming!  What a great gift for the hip Mom, college student or teen.

Kamba Expandable Wire Bangle Set

Ecologically Educational Presentation by Natalie Jeremijenko.

AF Designs Andrea Felice

Italian Designer Andrea Felice 

Creating unique handcrafted furniture designs prominently featured in idfx Magazine.

Rovi Cabinet as featured by idfx Magazine

Rovi Cabinet is a very minimal and elegant aluminum cabinet. Branches weave through the cabinet's structure - in doing so become one with it. But Rovi's has thorns -making the handles seem almost inaccessible. This playfully reverses our relationship with a piece of fine furniture. You are at risk ... rather than having to be careful of how you handle or open a more delicate piece of furniture. Purchase the Rovi Cabinet at Eco1stArt.com.