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The Furbish Company: Eco-Innovations
Michael Furbish sees life these days in shades of green “the darker the better.” After all, pale imitations and downright imposters of green products deluge the country—but Furbish is “the real thing.”
Though straw bale walls, solar and geothermal radiant HVAC systems, and living roofs are his standard fare, Furbish is especially excited about two innovative [...] -
Avant Garden
Upon entering Paul and Beth Babikow’s private, artistic garden, one is immediately struck by the plant selection. Instead of planting what Paul sells at his wholesale nursery—annuals and perennials—the garden reflects Paul’s predilection for American woody natives and Asian introductions.
But the signature feature of the garden is the marriage of modern art and horticulture throughout [...]
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Super Sustainable Decks
Stylish, eco-friendly decks and outdoor rooms.
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Approaches To Eco-Friendly Landscaping
By Trey Palmisano
The push toward a greener earth begins in your backyard. But even if you’re not sold on the environmental Doomsday scenarios heralding the end of the world, you need not exert a mighty effort to reap the immediate benefits of landscaping in an ecologically-friendly manner.We spoke with experts from around the Mid-Atlantic region [...]
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The EcoManor
The Atlanta-based “EcoManor,” which recently garnered “green” certification by the notoriously demanding U.S. Green Building Council, proves that eco-friendly homes needn’t look commercial or utilitarian. The 6,000 square foot, traditional Tudor manse defies stereotypes that environmentally sensitive homes are not for the luxury set, and tend to be small with spartan amenities—EcoManor is not only [...]
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How To Green Up Your Home
So you’re ready to start a home remodeling project or are planning a new custom home. But with recent concerns over conserving natural resources and health problems associated with chemicals found in many construction materials and household products, you might be wondering if there’s a way to change your home’s look without endangering the environment [...]
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Shades Of Conservation
With utility bills skyrocketing and more energy-rate increases possible, it’s no wonder homeowners are doing whatever it takes to save money on heating and cooling expenses.
That’s why amenities such as blinds, shutters, and draperies have morphed into more than just aesthetically pleasing accoutrements to beautify a space or provide a little privacy. These days, window [...]
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Furniture A La Mode
At one point in time, modern furniture seemed synonymous with the proverbial little black dress: simple, daring, spare (and often, barely there). In the hands of early 20th century designers hungry for change, less became more.
Traditional ornamentation, materials, and European-influenced forms vanished. In their place were arcing cantilevers, steam-bent rails, Plexiglas, a sweep of shining [...]
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Wooded Retreat
Mid-century style enhanced by a view.
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Sculptor Jan Kirsh
Be it a brash habanero, a plucky ear of corn, or a haughty stalk of asparagus, Jan Kirsh’s sculptures make you believe the garden has come alive from a vividly imagined storybook.
Each of Kirsh’s fruits and vegetables is a character in its own right, replete with personality—from the quirky to the lazy to the demure. [...]
