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Each week we're going to start highlighting 10 new products that we've come across in our research.

eco by Consentino
75% post consumer recycled mirror, glass, porcelain, and stone scraps with corn oil derived binder. Sold through Home Depot and Lowe's for around $70-$80 per square foot. 10 color options with two textures. Slab size is 63"x128".











ABR

Wall curtain panels that can fold up like bi-fold doors made of industrial felt (90% wool, 10% other fiber material) with aluminum structure. Two color options and two pattern options. Designed and manufactured in Spain (customization available)











LZF Lamps

Lighting company that introduced this wooden wall screen at the 2010 ICFF. Other veneer color options available.











Brent Comber Lighting and Furniture

Vancouver based design studio that designs Northwest inspired pieces from reclaimed/sustainable sources. Wood is sourced locally from Vancouver area from fallen trees, cast offs at mills, and the only waste generated is sawdust that is composted.













Emeco 111 Navy Chair

Partnership between Emeco and Coca Cola. Made of 111 recycled plastic bottles (65% recycled material, 35% pigment, glass fiber and fire inhibitor). Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, as well as, commercial. Made in the US and sold through Design Within Reach for $230/chair. 6 colors available.












Corona Solar Light
These light fixtures are currently conceptual but were displayed at the 2007 ICFF that staff member, Tara, attended. These are amazing and we can't wait to see them hit the market. Be sure to sign up on their website to be notified when they are available for sale.







Rainwater Hog
Rainwater catchment tanks manufactured in US and Australia. For above ground use but compact design allows for going under decks or standing upright against house, etc. Made of food grade plastic and is 100% recyclable. Each tank holds 51 gallons.












Coverings, Etc.
Carry a variety of products: 100% recycled glass countertops, terrazo flooring and countertops, fiber cement panels and tiles, porcelain tile, and 100% recycled aluminum panels and tiles comprised from aircraft parts.






Parasoleil
16 oz, 3'x8', +90% recycled content copper paneling with laser cut patterns. There are 5 standard patterns and 3 patina options. Capability for custom patterns, material, and patinas available at additional charge.

Company located in Boulder, CO and all materials and manufacturing is located in the United States.






Building Dashboard

Perfect application for education component in LEED building. Is an easy to read system that breaks down a building's energy/water/consumption/etc. Allows ability to join online network to "compete" with other companies. Can set goals, break down by floor, upload specific green features of building to be highlighted on kiosks, provides green tips, and on and on.





If you know of a sustainable product that you'd like to share, please email Tara at tara@kiefferdesigngroup.com so that she can highlight it in the next post!