Eco Friendly Home Furniture Design Ideas

Yes, I’m afraid it’s that time again. Time to start thinking about packing up all of your wonderful holiday decorations and colorful Christmas tree ornaments. And, if you got a real tree this year, you might be wondering what to do with it! Perhaps you have a larger property, so you can toss it in a chipper or chop it up and use it for mulch or firewood. A standard fir tree can yield more than 13 pounds of firewood.

If you have a pond in the backyard, or if you live on a lakefront, throwing in your tree actually is beneficial as it gives shelter and nutrients to the water creatures. Many towns and communities have drop-off locations near bodies of water for this purpose.

If you are having your tree collected by the city – inquire about what exactly happens to the trees when they are removed. Often the trees are just taken to a landfill and dumped with the rest of the unrecycled trash.

There are, especially around larger cities and towns, companies that will come and pick up your tree for a small fee, and will then properly recycled it.

Ideal for those of you who like a fridge in the living room and love the plush feel of the backseat of an old car, the Fridgecouch is made from recycled refrigerators and car seats, making it the perfect fit into any contemporary eco-friendly home. Designed by Canadian artist and designer Adrian Johnson, the Fridgecouch combines recycling with modern design aesthetics to create a stunning piece of eco-friendly furniture.

“Fridgecouch has become a purpose for me, a chance to bring recycling to people in a way they never imagined. But it’s only the beginning. Design never stops, and where there’s a will there’s always a way,” explains Johnson.

These awesome looking chairs are totally unique and super eco-innovative. They are made from old model, fossil fuel burning Vespa mini motorcycles. These upscale chairs are made by the reputable Spanish design studio Bel & Bel. We haven’t heard anything about costs of manufacture or pricing OR how to get them but we think its a cool idea on how to reuse old vehicles so we will keep you posted on the details of where and how to get your green hands on these recycled Vespa chairs.

We love the look and idea of these reclaimed sailcloth duffle bags ! This eco-friendly duffle bag in bold, windsurfer sail design is a real eye-catcher. Constructed of reclaimed windsurf sailcloth, this bag will take to you to the gym, shopping and back again. You’ll stand out from the crowd with this spirited duffle; and you’ll be helping by being a part of the solution.

Designed by Philippe Starck, this version features a swivel base with tension and pneumatic height adjustment, as well as beautifully shaped arms that add to the design. This fancy armchair improves with age, resists rust, resists bacteria, mildew, stains and odor AND is eco-friendly ! The Phillipe Starck swivel armchair uses recycled materials and is itself recyclable. Our advice : go and buy this cool chair.

Cat’s are lazy. I know because I have one of the laziest around. And what do lazy cats need to maintain their abundant inactivity? A chaise to lounge on of course! This Recycled Material Kitty Chaise is the perfect solution for lazy cats everywhere. Made of their favorite material, cardboard, the chaise is very sturdy and will give your cat loads of comfort and a surface to scratch the hell out of. So get your sluggish cat off your nice couch and let them ‘laze it up’ on this Recycled Material Kitty Chaise. I bet they never leave.

Waste not want not. This beautiful bench is made from recently retired oak wine barrel staves. Constructed of pine and oak, this recycled oak wine barrels bench is a perfect accent piece for any room in your house. Perfect for the wine enthusiast or the environmentally conscious, this recycled wine bench is a classic looking bench that’s sure to add some refined beauty and prestige to your decor.

Made from recycled polyester, this eco-friendly tote bag will help you get from one point to another in a way that’s fun, unusual, and gets you noticed. Carry what you need in a stylish bag that’s comfortable and unique. Complete with an ergonomic strap, inner organization dividers etc. This bag is so versatile and practical you will find yourself using it for almost everything. Carry your laptop, textbooks, workout gear, yoga mat, baby bottles, water bottles – you name it.

Working for the likes of Target and Kikkerland, this design duo aims to deliver clean, functional designs. The design lines are clear and the geometry is simple. They believe that design should bring the most of the best to the greatest number of people. The Recycled Rubber Wood Doormat is both quirky and classic at the same time. The recycled rug is made from recycled rubber!

Inhabit has a line of eco and environmentally friendly throw pillows perfect for your living space and bedroom. The pillows have several different positive and thought-provoking themes printed on them such as “You are”, “Why Not” and “Change Your Life”. They are made from 100% sustainable recycled polyester with environmentally-friendly inks with no chemical waste or disposal generated. The Inhabit Since When pillow is also recyclable at the end of its life-cycle. A thoughtful gift for a friend!