Eco-friendly or Green Design Cheshire CT

As part of the worldwide fight to combat climate change, eco design has become a fully developed movement within the realm of interior design. It is more than just recycling, reducing energy use and reusing products and materials. Eco design can be used to generate stylish spaces that work in harmony with the surrounding natural environment. The principle may be quite simple; however, balancing costs, functionality and design style can be daunting. Fortunately, we now ...

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From Here to Antiquity
203-453-5448
101 Fair Street
Guilford, CT
Greene Art Gallery
203-458-2881
29 Whitfield St
Guilford, CT
Guilford Art Center
203 453-5947
411 Church Street
Guilford, CT
Mary Lou Fischer Gallery
203 453-3243
37 Boston Street
Guilford, CT
Gallery Decor
860-953-5099
1142-A New Britain AVE
West Hartford, CT
Arts Center Killingworth
860-663-5593
276 North Parker Hill Raod
Killingworth, CT
Signature Home Interiors
860.490.2722
1429 Park Street
Hartford, CT
Danard Louis E Sr & Sons Building & Painting Contractors
(203) 272-6302
180 Wiese Rd
Cheshire, CT
Rock Building & Remodeling Llc
(203) 272-6015
1331 Highland Ave
Cheshire, CT
Frenco Construction
(203) 250-7000
30 Hidden Pl
Cheshire, CT

As part of the worldwide fight to combat climate change, eco design has become a fully developed movement within the realm of interior design. It is more than just recycling, reducing energy use and reusing products and materials. Eco design can be used to generate stylish spaces that work in harmony with the surrounding natural environment.

The principle may be quite simple; however, balancing costs, functionality and design style can be daunting. Fortunately, we now have an expanding amount of available “green” products so that even the smallest changes can make a big difference in improving the environmental friendliness of your home.

Here are some steps you can take towards achieving better and greener living spaces:

  • Look for products and furnishings that come from sustainable forest wood which is both durable and has low-toxicity
  • Choose low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints
  • Buy local and vintage furnishings
  • Replace light bulbs and look for energy efficient lighting systems
  • Create an efficient recycling centre in your home
  • Reuse and reinvent furniture and accessories
  • Use steam and biodegradable, homemade or natural products for cleaning
  • Reduce your energy consumption
  • When it comes to construction, renovation, design and decor, I always strive to create spaces that flow with one another and with the property as a whole. My vision and practice of eco design also considers the connection between the home and the surrounding environment. Functionality and comfort can be achieved by using the right combination of different materials that fit within the “green” framework. In this way, eco design can embrace the principle of economic, social and ecological sustainability without sacrificing style.

    This article was provided by TO DESIGN CO. Whether you want to go “all green” or just are considering taking some steps towards environmentally friendly finishes and products, TO DESIGN CO can do it all. Visit our website at www.todesignco.com or call Lucy at 416 799-3224, lucy@todesignco.com.

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    From Here to Antiquity

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    Guilford, CT
    Buying and selling fine arts, sculpture, antiques, jewelry. An eclectic mixture from the 16th Century to mid 20th Century Modern.

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