ReBurbia

Dwell Magazine and Inhabitat.com have teamed up to create a design competition dedicated to re-envisioning the suburbs.

For all future-forward architects, urban designers, renegade planners and imaginative engineers: design how you would re-invent the suburbs!  Dwell & Inhabit want to see how you’d design future-proof spaces and systems using the suburban structures of the present, from small-scale retrofits to large-scale restoration—the wilder the better!

DePloy, When One Becomes Two

DePloy features innovatively-engineered womenswear that allows each garment to effectively become two items in one. DePLOY’s approach to responsible and sustainable fashion is focused on developing a design and manufacture processes that minimises human and material resource waste.

Buy a Painting, Build a Museum…

Scottish artist, Peter Howson has donated a never-before-seen 6×4ft painting, estimated to be worth £50,000, of Robert Burns to help fundraise towards the completion of a new museum being built in honour of Robert Burns.

The painting can be seen here, where it has been completely covered in pixels. Site visitors can purchase a block of pixels for £10 (which will go towards building the museum), and have a chance to win the painting.

Ethical Fashion Forum Launches New Networking Site

The Ethical Fashion Forum, global leaders in ethical and sustainable fashion, have launched a new, innovative social networking site for anyone interested or involved in the industry. Through this growing international network, individuals can make connections and interact with one another in order to stay updated with current issues. Sign up here.

The Homemade Collective

Never be stuck for creative thoughts again with this amazing ‘Homemade’ book which will give you literally hundreds of ideas for things that you can make and do on a budget. Even better, give this book as a gift and you will be the most thoughtful friend in the world…

The Closest Thing To Going Barefoot

I absolutely am in love with my new Candy Terra Plana Viva Barefoot Shoes. It has been proven that our feet are in the worst condition in history because of our continued use of foot-restricting shoes. These special shoes help realign your posture, strengthen your foot muscles and stimulate every nerve ending in your body to enhance your sensory perception and bring your whole body back into natural balance. Get your own pair here and just be sure to ease into wearing them gently, your body will thank you!

Photography by Juliet Greig, 2009

First Look Narciso Rodriguez A/W 2009

Although not technically eco in any way, I just love the designs of Narciso Rodriguez. The simple elegance and lines make these pieces future friendly, in that they won’t date and should last a very very long time. So simple and yet so flattering…

Create Good Kharma This Summer

Take a first look at these beautiful, simple stylized flower sculptures created by Award Winning Designer Katy Holford. As part of a new collection for Ethical home and lifestyle company, Kharma Home, they create interest to any green or outdoor space.

The Art of Garden Photography

It must be the season for learning… Art Organics photographer Gill Orsman is holding a photography course in picturesque Cornwall. Book your place here now.

Eco Summer Shoes

Are these just not the most perfect pair of summer shoes from American Eco Shoe company Born? With tips on how to style your shoes with clothing, there’s no excuse for looking less than gorgeous this summer!