Here’s a home design that will get you living “smaller” and in affordable style.  Stillwater Dwellings designs modular homes that strive to provide the perfect combination of style, cost and sustainability.  The Seattle based firm’s one story, “mini” line (sd-m) comes in two models, the miniONE (370 sq. ft.) and the larger, miniTWO (585 sq. ft. – see floorplan, below).  Designed as a first home, cabin or mother-in-law abode, these pre-built units (more…)

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Ladies, want to kick things up a notch but remain cool and comfy?  Check out Tanga, the latest sustainably stylish panties from Sophie Young’s French-based, eco lingerie brand, g=9.8.  Designed to fit all body types by featuring adjustable sides, and made from sustainably managed wood — the soft, Lenpur fiber has amazing properties whereby it regulates temps so that you won’t feel too hot or too cold; never loses its shape; washes well and dries quickly; and it’s both anti-bacterial and biodegradable.

“Only certain parts of the trees are chosen and selected while harvesting coincides with normal pruning. The water consumption is limited, and g= 9.8 uses eco-friendly and non-toxic dyes certified by Oekotex.”

In Stormy Blue, Grenadine and Blackcurrant (£14.95) via favorite UK-based, (organic, Fair Trade and ethical retailer) byNature.co.uk.

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(2.4.09) g=9.8 intimately eco undies