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Photosynthesis in Your Living Room

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:53:16 +0000

New from French company, La Corbeille: a combination standing lamp and plant container. The fabric lampshade rests on the top rim of the pot until you pull it up to turn it on–providing light for the plant and illuminating your…

Upcycled Tea Time for the Birds

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:05:03 +0000

On my the hunt for objects repurposed into cool things for two garden rooms and a garden we are doing for the September Stamford, CT Designer Show House, I came across these teacups and creamers upcycled into bird feeders.

Working with the theme…

Gardens by the Water Closet

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:00:30 +0000

Dubbed “un homme/une femme” (a man/a woman), these water-tight porcelain guy and gal wall vases could mark the entrance to your toilet–er–toilette, while adding a bit of botanical interest to your decor–er–décor.

And once you’re inside the commode, why not carry the…

Modern Classic Garden Chair

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:00:32 +0000

I love these classic mid-century hoop chairs. (Really, it’s just a coincidence that they go so well with this blog’s color scheme.) A combo of style and comfort made from zinc-coated steel frames with a powder coated finish and long-lasting vinyl…

Vintage Silver Garden Markers

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 15:00:10 +0000

Continuing down the path of reuse and repurpose, we come across these charming garden markers created from vintage utensils.

They are custom produced by Woodhive, aka Northern New Jersey registered emergency room nurse and mother of a three year old daughter.

She makes…

Patio Garden: Sow in So Little Space

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:17:30 +0000

Short on space or without a garden? Garden in bed. Scout Regalia’s bed. The freestanding fully-assembled raised bed SR Patio Garden is designed specifically for patios, balconies, and other hard surfaces. It’s a smart design and did I mention it’s eco-conscious,…

Underground Garden Garage Saves Space

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:19:13 +0000

Some people have bigger problems to tackle than how to store their Porches. But if your garden happens to have enough room above and below ground for off-street parking, this is a pretty cool space saving solution.

The Cardok is an electro-hydraulic elevator system…

These Grills are Hot!

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:00:52 +0000

An improvement on the idea of the grill as a social hub: The Element by Fuego, designed by Ammunition LLC, is an affordable, gas-powered outdoor grill with a high-powered dual-zone cooking system and four-different cook top options.

A recipient of the 2010 Fast Company…

Red Dot Design Awards Come to the Urban Garden

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 18:52:07 +0000

Promoting great design internationally, The 2010 Red Dot Awards have recognized some wonderful product designs for the garden, including Baya (above):

When it’s nesting season, this beautiful and functional garden object will be appreciated by the winged and wingless alike. The…

Fresh Bike Market Baskets for the Urban Cyclist

Robin Plaskoff Horton — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 22:02:34 +0000

Carrie Bike Basket by Marie-Louise Gustafsson

We buy local, not just in support of small farmers and to ensure the freshness of our food, but also to preserve the environment, strengthen our communities, and just to know where out food comes…