Eco-friendly or Green Design East Chicago IN

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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VOA Associates Inc
(312) 554-1400
224 S Michigan Av
Chicago, IL
Hellmuth Obata & Kassabaum Inc
(312) 782-1000
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847 312 8615
N.Wabash
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Tyionfordesign
847 312 8615
Wacker DR
Chicago, IL
Tyionfordesign
847 312 8615
Wacker DR
Chicago, IL
L Design Group Inc
(312) 226-6052
740 W Fulton
Chicago, IL
ICL Architecture
312-944-8575
445 W. Erie St.
Chicago, IL
24seven Design Inc.
(312) 475-0704
900 N Dewitt Pl
Chicago, IL
A R Designs
(312) 644-9567
505 N Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL

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.

    Read article at HomeRenovationGuide.com

    Featured Local Company

    VOA Associates Inc

    (312) 554-1400
    224 S Michigan Av
    Chicago, IL

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