Chill Without the Chill on the Patio

May 1, 2010

Life gets hot in the urban garden with Chillchaser chasing away the cold. Warm up with one of this UK-based company’s three eco-friendly patio heaters: Neptune, Zeus and Poseidon. The heating system, which consists of carbon fibre heating–a system used … Read More…

Get Hot and Steamy on the Patio

February 24, 2010

Looking to turn up the heat outdoors? This palm tree doesn’t produce any hot dates, but as I tire of the snow and the forecast for more, I can warm up to this. Maybe a tad kitsch, but as I … Read More…

Get All Fired Up in Your Garden

January 8, 2010

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I’m on the east coast and, baby, it sure is cold outside. Nonetheless, I am intrigued by the idea of  bundling up, surrounded by snow, next to a hot crackling fire. Add a hot toddy and something good to eat … Read More…

There’s a Light Wind Blowing

July 12, 2009

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Inspired by the Dutch windmills of the their homeland, designers from Demakersvan have created Light Wind, a contemporary self-sustained light source that, with every breeze, stores enough energy for you to enjoy every summer evening forever. Constructed of high-end Read More…

Plant Doctor Makes House Calls

June 15, 2009

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Doctor, doctor, give me the news, I’ve got a bad case yellowing yew! A few days ago I published a post about black thumbs. With all the knowledge out there and, now, with some of that even available on … Read More…

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