Photo courtesy of ecofirstart.com
We respect when a product is made from recycled materials while also being elevated to a piece of art. This Birdseye Bed is a prime example of sustainability, functionality and wholly artistic in the finished presentation. While it is available as a center post model, we appreciate the clean lines and open space afforded by the suspended version. Made from reclaimed Birdseye maple culled from the floors of Southern Mills, the designer states, “I am more concerned with using recycled materials in different arrangements than standardizing each piece. It is those variables that make the furniture interesting.” We certainly agree that they hit the nail on the head with this piece.
Photo courtesy of Plexi-Craft
Continuing on with reclaimed wood, these cabinets mix a bit of the old with the new. Sitting atop a new-made base, old cabinets are repurposed in new light. With dimensions of 42″ H x 34″ W x 20″ D, these eye-catching pieces offer a valuable storage space that tells an engaging story. Each piece is unique with its own story, color scheme and numbering.
Photo courtesy of ecofirstart.com
Handmade in rural Pennsylvania, this table is perfect as an entry table or the “landing strip” for your household to keep keys, phones and pocket collectibles organized. And we guarantee it will also be a conversation piece with its construct of barn beam tabletop and a base made with two pieces of recycled steel hoops that are hand cut and bent into shape. Sanded smooth and covered with clear coating, durability and shine are included for free. (Dimensions: 36″h x 33″w x 11.5″d)
Photo courtesy of Catherine Mui
Photo courtesy of Husmus by Muungano
We came across this design by Muungano called the Husmus which means “house mouse” in Swedish. In general, the idea of a house mouse sends us a little over the edge but with this darling container we can’t get enough of them. It certainly brightens any recycling effort with the many different color and size options offered. These can just as easily be set out on display, as they can be stored under any kitchen cupboard. The Husmus is made from recycled plastics that are held together with plastic rivets. We love and support companies who create from recycled goods! The Husmus is easy to install and can be flat packed for easy transportation. These range between $20-$30.
Photo courtesy of Elfa
A good read from Popular Mechanics on the topic of recycling provides a couple of fresh options on recycling in the home. Don’t get too hooked on labels because we like the look of Elfa’s Medium Mesh Laundry Sorter (above) as a recycling solution. A clean, neat, contemporary style while utilizing space efficiently; this is exactly what we look for when it comes to organizing. The article also illustrates several ways to approach recycling through hanging, spinning and sliding your containers depending on how your home is structured (see illustration below). For the full article, please click here.
Illustration courtesy of iconwerk
Whatever your recycling style, we applaud the efforts everyone takes to help cut down on waste and preserve our environment. Go! Go! Gadget! Recycling!
Opening night at the Armory Art Show in NYC. Hangers, paper clips, and requests to be removed from mailing lists. I’ve seen organization work its way into the related realms of architecture and interior design but after tonight at the Armory, I suspect that the desire for order has permeated our collective consciousness.
This hanger sculpture puts the Container Store to shame!
I’m seeing paperclips.
I wish I had this much space to store my handbags.
Down with junk mail!
I’m not suggesting anyone needs more than one stove-top espresso
maker, but who doesn’t dream of this kind of storage??
