LoftLust

Next on my list of books to read is the recent edition of EcoDesign: The Sourcebook by Alastair Fuad-Luke, a UK professor of green design. Trolling around for ideas and inspiration I found the book that’s my next must-read. Having flipped through a copy of the ‘02 edition, I was so excited to see this one just released.

For those of us who seek to juggle eco-friendly and high-style designs into our lives, this book is described as the ultimate one-stop shopping resource. Who couldn’t use a little guidance on this noble quest? Here’s the official description:

The latest edition of this definitive sourcebook includes up-to-the-minute listings for more than 700 consumer products—from clothing to kitchenware, electronics to furniture—that have a minimal impact on the earth while remaining useful and beautiful. This remarkable compendium also directs readers to little known gems and handcrafted objects from artisanal studios. Detailed, illustrated entries describe the products, while an extensive reference section defines new and hybrid materials and provides information on manufacturers, design studios, and green organizations. ecoDesign remains the total resource guide for the new generation of contemporary design.

If you’ve read this gem of a book - I’d love to know what wonderful finds it lead you to. For now, I’m off to Powell’s…

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