Most people cannot afford to just donate or dump all of their old furnishings and go out and buy all new pieces. That is just not a realistic possibility for most people. Nor would I necessarily recommend that you scrap everything and start from scratch. Most likely, you have acquired certain furniture pieces, whether handed down or through your own purchasing. … [Read more...]

Repurposing is a fantastic way to conserve! Reduce waste. Save money. Use environmentally-friendly materials to further your repurposing efforts. Work with a piece that you already own or purchase a second-hand piece from Habitat Restore, Goodwill, second-hand store or consignment shop. You can save money and perhaps support a worthy cause. … [Read more...]

Furniture design is constantly changing to stay ahead of the latest trends that appear at market each year. Designs vary from sleek contemporary to traditional Victorian. But the latest rage with designers is the use of "green" or "sustainable" furniture materials. While many of the pieces we see at market now incorporate recycled materials, an exciting new wave of "repurposed … [Read more...]