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Welcome to the blog for the Canvas Design Panel. I am thrilled to sponsor this blog for Canvas; and to work with all of you on upcoming projects. Together we will use this blog to share our designs, photos, and inspiration. I also plan to provide information on products, design, and promotion opportunities for you to take part in.
Lise Richards
Artistic Lifestyling
www.artisticlifestyling.com
Monday, July 30, 2007
You're In The Lead - It's All About The "RE"
As the designer, you have a leadership opportunity. You can introduce hundreds of new products to your clients that can also make a significant difference in protecting the environment. Don't stop at Redesign - be sure to include the following:
- Use compact fluorescent bulbs in new lighting fixtures you have installed. Your clients will thank you when they save money on electric bills.
- When designing winter draperies, use heavier weight fabric with a lining for its insulating properties.
- Consider reusing vintage materials for lots of interest in your design.
- Include aerators with every fixture you recommend. These inexpensive additions save water at the sink and the shower.
- Look for smart renewable materials - hemp, grass, bamboo, cork, linoleum, and eucalyptus. Find these materials in floor, wall, and window products.
- Buy recycled products and support manufacturers with great recycling programs for the products they sell.
- Don't take it to the dump - give old furniture and fixtures a new life in your design. Recover, repurpose, reuse, and repaint.
You see - it is all about the "Re"!
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www.CanvasCorp.com
You're In The Lead - It's All About The "RE"
posted by CanvasCorp LLC on 12:26 PM
