Homewares reviews
BMW 118d in class of its own
Tuesday, 23 February 2010There's a reason BMW's 118d sports hatch won the 2008 World Green Car of the year. Not only is it efficient, but it's just beautiful to drive.
Alpine Habitats
Wednesday, 9 September 2009My first impression of the Alpine Habitat, is that they're reminiscent of school demountable buildings - simple and rectangular. But the angular, basic exterior belies its classy, warm interior.
Sophisticated salvage
Friday, 19 June 2009Brisbane-based husband and wife Jan and Alison Schutt have created these futuristic Haasch PCB lamps for hanging and table lamps, from salvaged computer circuit boards.
Retro fittings
Wednesday, 17 June 2009Neco director Esther Bailey spotted these glass lampshades at the Sydney Surry Hills Markets. Buying pre-loved goods prevents landfill build-up, and you end up with a unique product for a satisfying price!
Barking up the right tree
Monday, 15 June 2009These Fairtrade Lightshades are handmade by Nepalese village women from the bark of a shrub known locally as lokta.
Having a ball
Wednesday, 10 June 2009These balls of light can float! Plus, they have a solar panel and extra-bright LED's, which shine continuously for 24 hours after 12 hours of sunlight.
High-flying homewares
Friday, 5 June 2009This lampshade is covered in the stylish 'vine leaves' pattern from Bird Textiles, a 100% carbon-neutral company based in Byron Bay.
From munch to mulch
Monday, 18 May 2009Plates for picnics and parties made in India from palm leaves, which can be composted or used as garden mulch afterwards.
Aluminium illumination
Wednesday, 13 May 2009These sleek, egg-shaped pendant lamp fittings are made from lightweight, recyclable aluminium, the most cost-effective material to recycle.
Composting made easy
Monday, 4 May 2009An odourless composting system designed for indoor use, available in both recycled and virgin plastic versions.
