>> Eco-fugly lamp, or Duchamp-inspired found art? Apparently the rich are paying good money for upcycled household goods that look cheap. The price tag on the broom-lamp to the right: $850.
>> FastCompany has a slideshow of the 29 best buildings in Los Angeles., many of which are sustainably designed and community-oriented. Vista Hermosa Park in downtown L.A., Pasadena Bike Transit Center and Treepeople Center for Community Forestry are among those featured — alongside a gas station and parking structure. The buildings were recognized at the 39th annual Los Angeles Architectural Awards. (thanks for the tip, Rodney)
>> Want your home to make that list? Try entering the competition for a big green home makeover, complete with everything from an energy audit to eco-insulation to energy-efficient appliances — to green furniture from Cisco Homes and home furnishings from VivaTerra.
Image via ritabotelho.com
I think it’s high time for me to go get some brooms, some plugs, some lamp wire, light sockets, and shades and get busy making mon-nay!
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Comment by Will Campbell — June 9, 2009 @ 4:49 pm
Thanks for posting the LA Best Building list! I totally would have missed it and it was rad to see.
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Comment by katie — June 10, 2009 @ 9:18 am
Will — Make sure it looks a lil different; can’t just copy this original design! :)
Comment by Siel — June 11, 2009 @ 6:54 pm