Author: rpalma
Source: Sourceable Whether it is its natural aesthetic, its remarkable durability, or its carbon sequestering credentials, wood is gaining traction as a building material in lieu of conventional steel or concrete. Its potential in construction has also prompted the unveiling of regular “woodscraper” proposals across the globe. Michael Green, a Canadian architect who is globally […]
Raw metal. Rock and Brick. Reclaimed and rustic wood. Mixed materials. What style are we referring to? Whether you said “industrial” or “rustic”, you’re right! What is “rustic”? What’s great about rustic is that anything goes — just so long as it’s comfortable, simple and functional! Found objects and repurposed materials are staples, such as […]
Source: Crested Butte News In 2005, Crested Butte resident Jeff Moffett sat in a wood-fired hot tub on his Gold Basin property several miles south of Hartman Rocks Recreation Area. Looking up at the Douglas fir trees surrounding the tub, he noticed a lot of brown needles. The trees appeared to be dying, but determining the […]
Source: Washington Post Living Near Trees is Good for Your.Health In a new paper published Thursday, a team of researchers present a compelling case for why urban neighborhoods filled with trees are better for your physical health. The research appeared in the open access journal Scientific Reports. The large study builds on a body of […]
Check out what these guys are doing with Beetle Kill Pine. Support and help spread the word! About Beetle Killed Longboards www.beetlekilled.com For us, it all started with a trip to Utah. In 2013 we participated in a project called Designers & Forests where a small group of interested individuals engaged in a conversation about their, and […]