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February/March, 2008
The Fabric of Our Society
In researching for my article on environmentally-friendly fabrics, I began the process of learning about the textile industry and quickly discovered that specifying “green” fabrics is a simple way to have a positive impact on any interior design. Indoor air quality and the health of our soil and water are directly affected by the fabrics that we choose to install in our homes and work spaces.
I have included a few of my favorites in this month’s Kim’s Picks, but have only scratched the surface of what is available. I hope that you will check out the manufacturers below and that this will inspire you to specify earth-friendly fabrics and furniture manufacturers like Furnature. Also included is Loop Organic, producers of luxury linens - delicious! Each of these companies have spent countless hours researching and ultimately presenting you with choices that will support healthy spaces and healthy clients.
One other company that I would like to give special mention to is the Green it Group. These super-green gals create customized sustainability programs for manufacturers (or most any business) and help communicate these efforts to the world through creative marketing plans. I often hear from manufacturers that they want to “green-up” their process, but aren’t quite sure how to do this. I recommend the Green it Group as an ingenious way to get on the right track, and FAST!
Enjoy!
Kim Gordon
kim@todl.com
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Inspired by the natural surroundings, passionate about textiles, and determined to make a difference:
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Make your home a safe haven with organic furniture and bedding made as pure as possible, without chemicals, dyes, polymers, or toxins.
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Green it Group is dedicated to helping your project or organization implement effective strategies to reduce its environmental footprint and communicate those efforts to your core audience.
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Nature's Sleep products are designed with the highest concerns for your health, well-being, hygiene and lifestyle. All of our products are either naturally hypoallergenic...
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O Ecotextiles wants to change the way textiles are made by proving that it's possible to produce luxurious, sensuous fabrics in ways that are non-toxic, ethical and sustainable.
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Indika strives to incorporate ethically responsible solutions for ultimate health and well being for ourselves as well as the earth we inhabit
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harmony art (här’m?-n? ärt)
1. the combination of art and sustainability.
2. where creativity and organic textiles evolve.
3. a harmonious arrangement of design and business inspired by nature...
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We produce high quality linens that are good for people and the environment. It is our mission to educate the public on the ill-effects of conventional cotton growing, and help build the market for sustainable textile goods, within the community and the hospitality industry.
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Live Textiles, Inc. produces a diverse collection of beautiful, colorful and fabulous prints on organic and sustainable fabrics for home interiors. Use as draperies, roman shades, pillows, cushions, bedding and light upholstery...
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About Kim Gordon: Kim Gordon is the Director of TODLgreen, a division of TODL.com (Trade Only Design Library). TODL is an online research and specification database with over 200,000 products spanning residential, contract and hospitality. TODL is a free service for the professional specifier.
A Master Recycler with a B.S. in Environmental Science, Kim has spent more than 15 years working and training in various aspects of the eco-industry.
Kim spends most of her time at TODL assessing and researching the environmental impact of the products that are included in the TODL Green Gallery. She has found the design industry to be the perfect platform to see positive changes in the way we treat our planet.
You can reach Kim for comments or questions at kim@todl.com. For more information on TODL.com or TODLgreen visit www.todl.com.
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