MamaGreen Outdoor Furniture Opens Australian Showroom

December 19, 2009 Filed Under: Home Improvement
MamaGreen Outdoor Furniture Opens Australian Showroom

MamaGreen has finally come to Australia with a brand new outdoor furniture showroom in Newtown, Sydney. Now open to the public, key elements of the Belgian designer range are on display and beckon visitors to sit on, lounge in, and experience MamaGreen. With a focus on eco-chic design, MamaGreen begun in 2001 with two Belgian designers Erik De Winne and Vincent Cantaert. The label wasn’t released until 2007, since which time it has grown to... 

Tournesol Greenwall Systems

August 23, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Home Improvement
Tournesol Greenwall Systems

Tournesol Siteworks offers two exceptional greenwall applications. TerraScreen is an easily installed galvanized grid for hanging plants that looks great inside or out, and has a nice price point. But the Tournesol VGM is even cooler. A direct-planted, commercial exterior system, the generous 4- or 8-inch soil depth allows a wide range of greenery in a variety of climates. The planting modules are 100-percent recycled polypropylene, and the stainless... 

Millenia Wall Solutions® Introduces 90° Corner Units for Retaining Walls

October 30, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Millenia Wall Solutions® is revolutionizing the segmental retaining wall (SRW) industry by advancing the most remarkable technical innovation in retaining walls since the 1980s. Millenia’s recycled polymer retaining walls offer refined aesthetics, outstanding durability, labor-saving installation efficiency, and a lower environmental impact than traditional wall products. Now with 90° corners, Millenia SC100™ wall units can be used for freestanding... 

Hydrofarm Emily’s Garden System

October 15, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Raising your own plants is more fun than ever with Hydrofarm’s hydroponic kits. Emily’s Garden comes with Geolite Growing Medium, a lightweight, pH-neutral clay aggregate that captures just the right amount of moisture. Also, you can give your hydrogarden all the vitamins and nutrients it needs with the all-purpose nutrient solution that’s included. Just mix 1 teaspoon with a gallon of water before initially filling or topping off... 

South Park Streetscape

September 14, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture

A partnership of real estate developers envisioned a complete revitalization of the South Park neighborhood in downtown Los Angeles. Their plan to rehabilitate a complete city block has become the first new residential neighborhood in this area in twenty-three years. The structures are also the first “green” residential high-rise buildings in downtown Los Angeles. Collectively, the development is one block comprised of many separate projects including... 

Ratcliff Designs New Energy-Efficient Windrush School Building to Take Advantage of Its Environment and Achieve a LEED(R) Gold Rating

August 26, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction

On September 2, Windrush School students will return to school and receive hands-on environmental science lessons — indoors. These lucky El Cerrito elementary and middle school students will be learning to make the most of their innovative new library and classrooms, some of the greenest learning spaces in the Bay Area. The building is expected to achieve a “Gold” rating from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in... 

Hydrofarm Emily’s Garden System

August 18, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Raising your own plants is more fun than ever with Hydrofarm’s hydroponic kits. Emily’s Garden comes with Geolite Growing Medium, a lightweight, pH-neutral clay aggregate that captures just the right amount of moisture. Also, you can give your hydrogarden all the vitamins and nutrients it needs with the all-purpose nutrient solution that’s included.

Oxford Garden 101304299/214212199 Classic Dining Set

June 27, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Oxford Garden 101304299/214212199 This simple yet classic wooden dining set allows you to enjoy any meal on your deck or poatio. With a mortise and tenon joinery, strong and durable shorea wood, a well-designed structure and unyielding comfort, this dining set will hold up to everyday use while adding to the comfort and enjoyment to your next dinner party. Features: -Includes 4 Classic Armchairs and 42″ Dining Table -Optional cushions available... 

Oxford Garden 101304299/214212199 Classic Dining Set

May 27, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Oxford Garden 101304299/214212199 This simple yet classic wooden dining set allows you to enjoy any meal on your deck or poatio. With a mortise and tenon joinery, strong and durable shorea wood, a well-designed structure and unyielding comfort, this dining set will hold up to everyday use while adding to the comfort and enjoyment to your next dinner party. Features: -Includes 4 Classic Armchairs and 42″ Dining Table -Optional cushions available... 

Oxford Garden 101314899/214212199 Round Classic Dining Set

May 27, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Oxford Garden 101314899/214212199 This simple yet classic dinig set allows you to enjoy every meal on your deck or porch. With a mortise and tenon joinery, strong and durable shorea wood, a well-designed structure and unyielding comfort, this dining set will hold up to everyday use while adding to the comfort and enjoyment to your next dinner party. Features: -Includes 4 Classic Armchairs and 48″ Round Dining Table -Optional cushions avaialible...