I saw lots of furniture made from reclaimed woods. These are woods that were previously used for other purposes. The woods have a rustic, weathered look, which has become very popular. Many of the manufacturers who don’t use reclaimed woods are creating furniture that has the same rustic look and finish.
This reclaimed wood table is one example of
the many I saw. Note the grayed, rustic look of the wood. This
finish creates a warm, inviting feeling, as if the table had been in
your family for generations. The wicker chairs are also made from
natural materials.
These natural wood lamps caught my eye in
one showroom. Their rustic, natural shapes create lots of personality.
And they’re not just for a rustic home. These lamps would look
fabulous in an eclectic living room that blends contemporary and rustic
pieces.
I really enjoyed seeing the designs in one
of my favorite area rug showrooms. Their new introductions included
area rugs made from recycled denim jeans. Four by four inch squares of
denim were sewn together to create a fun, one-of-a-kind area rug –
perfect for your favorite teen’s room. They also had an area rug
created from recycled men’s ties. The ties were sewn together to create
a unique rug that is also a piece of art. In another showroom I saw
throw pillows sewn from recycled clothing. Now that’s something I’d
never seen before!
Anything we can do to minimize our carbon
footprint improves our environment and helps save the earth. Watch for
more and more options in eco-friendly design. Let me know what you find! If you missed my post on Fall Color Trends Direct from the Las Vegas Market, just click here.
Until next time,
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