Get Green with Style Blog


Definition and Product of the Week 07.03.2010

Each Saturday, we post a definition and a product of the week so that you can learn more about going green and what makes particular products green. This week, we’ll define PASSIVE SOLAR and the product of the week is CANVAS HOME STORE.


Green Book Review – Good Green Homes

Good Green Homes is well-presented for a homeowner to understand. Pithy quotes from the book include, “We can’t keep throwing things away – becuase there is no “away.””


Interview with Brenda Thompson of O Ecotextiles – Part 6

As we close out our final segment with Brenda, she shares other information that is important to people learning about going green.


Interview with Eco Remodeler Ira Singer – Part 3

Learn about eco-remodeler, Ira Singer’s expereinces in going green including remodeling his own home.


Interview with Eco Remodeler Ira Singer – Part 2

In this post, we continue the interview of Ira Singer of Mosaic Construction and learn about his favorite products as well as how being eco-conscious affects both his business and personal life.


Interview with Eco Remodeler Ira Singer – Part 1

In the next few blog entries, you’ll get to know Ira Singer of Mosaic Construction and what he is doing to bring eco-consciousness to his work and home life.


What Is Sustainable Design?

Sustainable design is another term for green design or eco-friendly design. Basically it means designing in such a way as to be able to continue doing it the same way indefinitely.


Why I Enjoy Interior Design

It wasn’t until the green movement really started to take hold a few years ago that I felt I was really making a positive difference in people’s lives on a daily basis beyond the aesthetic thrill they would get when I was done. This has made me love my job even more.


Why Am I Going Green?

Today, I choose organic, locally grown foods whenever possible. I bring my own canvas bags to the grocery store, to the hardware store, to the library, and to the mall. I use non-toxic, biodegradable, concentrated cleaners in my home, and I present environmentally friendly design options to my clients whether they are outright eco-conscious or not.


Who Am I?

Generally, I am conservative but this is mixed with a sense of adventure.