The overgrown sliver of land connecting the back of two Portland, Oregon, boutiques—Tumbleweed and Grasshopper—might have stayed that way if not for the creativity of its owner, Kara Larson. The designer, whose shops are located in the new “It” neighborhood of Portland’s Northeast Alberta, had a different vision for the tiny parcel, one that would make for a healthier and more inviting work environment for her staff. read more

No longer just found in the form of itchy bags we used as kids in an awkward potato sack race, burlap is being taken seriously by designers and home owners looking for a rough-hewn alternative to traditional fabrics. read more

We're kicking off a series featuring designers in a variety of categories who make it easy to be at once eco-friendly and fashionable. read more

In a virtual world bursting with green shopping sites for women, by women, Brad Bennett’s eco-menswear blog Commerce with a Conscience gives the guys a shot at sustainability read more

After years spent on the fringes, green designers are becoming as ubiquitous at Fashion Week as editors wearing black and bloggers sitting in the front row. We asked three talented designers, all of whom showed during February's Fall 2010 Fashion Week, to tell us about the inspirations behind their collections and to share their eBay picks. read more

Nancy Mims, Co-Founder and Creative Director of organic fabric and wallpaper company Mod Green Pod, believes that a healthy home need not be a boring one. Just one look at her funky Austin abode, which she’s dubbed the “Mod Green Pod test lab,” and you'll see what she means. We talked with her about green-meets-gorgeous design, and then went shopping for vintage furniture pieces that just need a little dose of tender loving (re)-covering. read more

With two thriving businesses—online shelter magazine Lonny and eco-textile company Rubie Green—entrepreneur Michelle Adams demonstrates a keen eye for interior design and a commitment to a green living. read more