Leonardo DiCaprio and the Eco High End

by brooklynmodern | June 2nd, 2009

giramundoGiramundo Swivel Chair, Recycled Multicolored Yarn

A couple of weeks ago, Time ran an article on how DiCaprio, Julia Roberts and the set designers from ABC’s Ugly Betty are buyers of Environment, a furniture store known for their minimalist lines and eco edge. Environment, is an interesting company because they’ve managed to successfully merge and market the concepts of high end and sustainability. They have two showrooms in California and one near Union Square that’s worth a visit. Like the chair above, most of their products are made from sustainable materials. One of their sofas has been upholstered with canvas from Brazilian truck tops and many of the tables are made from reclaimed Peroba harvested from derelict houses, barns and buildings in Paraná, Brazil. marison-diningtable

Marison Dining Table, Paroba, Natural Finish


organica-thOrganica, Enviornment’s publication. Learn about the company and its mission.
Click here to read.

planetCoverThis document focuses on their commitment to sustainability. Click here to read.

Environment
876 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
t 212-780-0051 f 212-780-0061
Mon-Sat 10-7 Sun 11-6
nyshowroom@environmentfurniture.com

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