Bond Newcastle Propane Gas Fire Table

The Bond Newcastle Propane Gas Fire Table

This beauty has a stacked faux-stone base and marble tabletop with a wide border for plates and drinks. Its center cover opens to reveal lava rock and open flame. Puts out 30,000 BTU’s for lots of warmth on the deck or patio. A stainless steel burner with push-button igniter allows for easy starts and maintenance. Measures 35 by 32 by 24 inches.

California Outdoor Concepts Monterey Chat Fire Pit Table

The California Outdoor Concepts Monterey Chat Fire Pit Table

Capturing the iconic California experience, this is a dashing addition to any backyard landscape. Combining aesthetic beauty with practical function, its mahogany-colored base and slate-like top are sleek and modern. Featuring an all stainless steel burner assembly filled with glass that provides a dramatic back drop for the flames. Measures 42 by 42 inches.

Alfresco Home Umbria Fire Pit Chat Table

The Alfresco Home Umbria Fire Pit Chat Table

This is an undeniably elegant and durable piece sure to add warmth to any space. Its frame is made from top quality wrought iron with a durable powder coat finish. A hand set and grouted travertine mosaic table top is finished and sealed for long lasting appearance and durability. Its bowl is iron with a copper finish. Measures 36 by 21 inches.

Outdoor GreatRoom Mocha Fire Table Fire Pit

The Outdoor GreatRoom Mocha Fire Table Fire Pit

This marvel combines the beauty of stacked stone with a durable, natural-looking super cast top to create a very sophisticated outdoor fire pit table. Switch on the flames with the crystal fire burner; its built to run on propane with an access door to conceal a standard tank, but it can be converted to natural gas with a conversion kit. Add a realistic looking log set (optional) to create a rustic look or convert it into a beverage cooler with an optional stainless steel bowl. Measures 22 by 48 by 36 inches.

Stone Forest Vesta Fire Table

The Stone Forest Vesta Fire Table

This designer is truly peerless when it comes to creating products from natural materials. Featuring a blue/gray granite slab with a contrasting polished top and chiseled sides, and a stainless steel base. It includes a match lit trough burner kit for natural gas. Measures 18.4 by 42 by 24 inches.

Man may have discovered controlled fire hundreds of thousands of years ago, but it wasn’t until these fire tables that he learned how to maximize its potential and make it look so appealing.

Xylem Bambu 36″ Vanity in Dark Bamboo

The Xylem Bambu 36" Vanity in Dark Bamboo

The eco-renewable bamboo veneer is the starting point for this versatile and fresh design vanity. Highlighted with natural bamboo accents, it can be wall mounted or floor-standing using either of two floor stands that provide comfortable heights for vessel applications or under-mount lavatory installations.

Stone Forest Bamboo Quattro Vessel

The Stone Forest Bamboo Quattro Vessel

This piece elevates “green” living to its full potential. Lightweight and water-resistant, this captivating sink is crafted from the laminated exterior of a bamboo shoot, making the vessel a durable and smart decorating option.

Organize It All Bamboo Stationary Caddy

The Organize It All Bamboo Stationary Caddy

This bathroom shower caddy can sit in the corner of your shower stall, or beside the tub, to keep soaps, hair care products and sponges close at hand. Made of carbonized bamboo, the shower shelf has a modern eco-friendly look that will never go outdated.

Bali Bamboo Bath Collection

The Bali Bamboo Bath Collection

Bring the quality and freshness of nature inside your bathroom with this perfect bathroom collection made from 100% natural bamboo. The multi-piece set features a cotton jar, lotion dispenser, soap dish, toothbrush holder, tray, tissue cover, toilet brush and holder, tumbler and waste bin.

Anji Mountain 2′ × 3′ Bamboo Kitchen/Bath Mat

The Anji Mountain 2′ × 3′ Bamboo Kitchen/Bath Mat

This mat offers an exquisite inlaid bamboo design and glossy finish that adds a natural sophistication to your kitchen and bath. Made from 100% eco-friendly bamboo from the Anji Mountains in China, its high-gloss finish is both beautiful and durable. Non-skid rubber backing provides cushion and keeps mat in place. Feels warm under bare feet in winter and cool in summer. Water-resistant surface.

Undoubtedly, with such products as the ones above, it’s easy to turn any bath environment into an eco-chic setting that is certain to make you feel good

Shia LaBeouf

Success is not easy to come by in Hollywood; millions of hopefuls try, but only a fraction of a fraction actually succeed. There is no doubt that Shia LaBeouf, 25, star of hit films such as “Transformers”, “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull”, “Eagle Eye” and “Wall Street 2: Money Never Sleeps”, is breathing in that rarefied air of success that so few will ever get to experience. With such success comes all the perks including the seven-figure salary and the palatial movie star home; not long ago, LaBeouf plunked down $1,825,000 for a 2,463 square foot bachelor pad in Sherman Oaks, California.

Shia LaBeouf’s Sherman Oaks Bachelor Pad

Set on over ½ an acre with natural, panoramic, mountain and city views, LaBeouf’s hip 1958 mid-century home features 4 bedrooms including a large master bedroom, 3 bathrooms, a sunken living room, floor to ceiling walls of glass that offer views over the L-shaped swimming pool, an ultra-modern cook’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances as far as the eye can see and a separate office (for reading “Transformer” sequel rewrites, we presume). The sunken living room is actually wrapped in glass, features a fireplace, saltillo tiled floors, and is the perfect pleasure den for LaBeouf to romance his numerous female guests. For that matter, so is the backyard with a plethora of mature, shade giving trees and the aforementioned L-shaped pool from which guests can peer far off into the distance at Encino, Tarzana and even Calabasas. To park his eye-catching automobiles, Labeouf’s home features a stunning, stone-floored private motor court and a two-car carport. It’s hard not to admire LaBeouf for this relatively reasonable home purchase; with all the “Transformers” money that’s been flowing his way, the star could have dropped ten times the dough he spent here on some overblown Beverly hills estate. Instead, the first time home buyer, who reportedly had previously lived with his parents in La Canada, chose this tasteful, sound residence perfect for someone of his age and with his bachelor lifestyle.

With plenty of privacy, awesome views, opportunities to enjoy both the indoors and out, not to mention a plethora of romantic sunsets, there’s no doubt Shia LeBeouf’s home will keep him happy for years to come. Or at least until he decides to flip it.

Greenbuild 2010

The Greenbuild International Conference and Expo– taking place November 16-19, 2010–is the world’s largest expo dedicated to green building. Each year thousands of building professionals from all over the world come together for a  few days to take part in networking events, green building tours, educational sessions, listen to renowned speakers and to see all the latest innovations in eco-friendly building products. This year’s event will be returning to Chicago, IL at the McCormick Place Convention Center, the site of Greenbuild 2007. Chicago is a fitting location for such an event as the city is home to more LEED-certified buildings than any other and has shown a true commitment to a greener future.

If you plan on attending the event this year we’d like to give you a heads up on a few products you’ll want to keep an eye out for and a couple events worth checking out.

Caroma USA  – Booth #1601
Caroma is among the world leaders in quality and innovative eco-friendly bathroom products. In 1982, Caroma revolutionized water conservation by introducing the first dual flush toilet system. This year they will be displaying a collection of products that are sure to continue their tradition of innovative water conserving bath products. In addition to the products that will be on display, Caroma will be conducting a fun promotion involving the giving away of iPads, iPods and a variety of other prizes. For details visit www.caromausa.com/greenbuild. Among the products on display will be the Sydney Smart 305 One-Piece Toilet and the Caroma Flow Showerhead.

Caroma Sydney Smart 305 One-Piece Toilet

Simple in aesthetic, yet advanced in operation, Caroma’s new Sydney Smart 305 1-piece toilets feature their industry leading ultra-low smart dual-flush technology at a 1.28gal/4.8L full flush and 0.8gpf/3L liquid flush.  The Sydney Smart 1-piece is one of the lowest consumption High Efficiency Toilets (HET) in the market with an average flush of .9gpf (3.6L).

Caroma Flow Showerhead

The Caroma Flow high-efficiency showerhead with a nominal flow rate of l.5gpm/5.7L at 80 psi, includes a precision engineered nozzle that pressurizes water to produce a uniform, and soft yet powerful spray of water; maximizing comfort while saving up to 10 gal more water than the standard 2.5gpm showerhead for a 10-minute shower.

Teknion – Booth #2007
Teknion is a leading international designer, manufacturer and marketer of mid- to high-end office systems and related furniture products. Their products range from mobile furniture, architectural wall systems, seating, storage and filing, freestanding casegoods and accessories.Their District furniture system earned the Gold Sustainable Product Award in the annual Ontario Waste Minimization Awards.

Teknion District Furniture System

GreenGrid Roofing System – Booth #939
Green roofs have been popular in Europe since the 1970’s but are a more recent development in the green building community in the United States. With soaring energy costs and stormwater management requirements, U.S. builders are turning to green roofs and among the premier green roofing systems is the GreenGrid modular green roof system.

GreenGrid Green Roof

General Colin Powell

Opening Keynote Address from General Colin Powell

Since returning to private life, General Colin Powell, USA (Ret.) has shown a dedication to green building and affordable housing. In his childhood neighborhood a LEED Platinum affordable housing building now bears his name. The General Colin L. Powell Apartments in the South Bronx, NY –a cutting-edge 50-unit multifamily project—now exists thanks to a partnership between Habitat for Humanity and Blue Sea Development. General Powell is expected to bring his leadership experience to this year’s opening keynote address and should serve as an inspiration to the entire green building community. The keynote address is scheduled for Wenesday, Nov. 17 from 8:30-10:30 a.m.

USGBC LEED Workshops
The USGBC (United States Green Building Council) will be offering a wide selection of LEED workshops this year taught by highly qualified LEED Education industry experts. All USGBC LEED education programs meet GBCI eligibility requirements for the LEED Green Associate, as well as credential maintenance requirements for the Green Associate and all LEED AP credentials. One workshop being offered this year is the Interior Design + Construction workshop for the aspiring eco-friendly interior designer.

ID+C 301: Implementing the Interior Design + Construction LEED Rating System
November 16, 2010
8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Early: Member $375/Non-Member $450
Regular: Member $375/Non-Member $450

Learn how to apply the LEED for Commercial Interiors rating system by walking through the phases of a typical project and the key decisions that project teams must make, including key stakeholder considerations. Engage in interactive, case-based activities to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and rating system tools, including LEED Online project forms. Required prior coursework: LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies or equivalent knowledge; familiarity with the rating system a must.

French Rosette Fountain

Antique columns and urns, wrought iron railings, topiaries and finials are just a few of the pieces that lend age to a new garden. However, to really complete the look – every traditional English garden, Spanish courtyard and French Villa needs a fountain as its focal point.

Stone Forest’s Old World Collection features several vintage-style fountains which provide the perfect accent to everything from the Victorian to the English Manor. These are the type of fountains best used amongst formal terraces and layered hedges to create an established, romantic and radiant outdoor setting.

Provencal Fountain

Stone Forest’s Provencal Fountain is typical of an 18th Century watering trough and adds stately elegance and ambiance to any outdoor space. It is available in two pieces at 36” tall or in three pieces at 60” tall. For larger outdoor areas, their French Rosette Fountain is hand carved from solid rose granite and is made up of 12 separate pieces of granite, which should be assembled and joined by a stone epoxy. Other fountains in their Old World Collection include the Alpine Planter and classic Three Tier Fountain with pool surround.

Three Tier Fountain

Stone Forest uses natural materials to create items that evoke the feeling and tranquility of the outdoors. The company offers collections for the landscape, garden, kitchen and bath. All Stone Forest products are made using a form of a natural element, such as granite, copper, bronze, onyx, marble or iron. By using a hammer and chisel, the individual character of the rock, as well as the inspiration of the stonecutter, lend each sculpture a unique quality. Stone Forest’s collections are the perfect addition to enhance residential, hospitality and commercial properties.

Sienna Benches

An indispensable element for enjoying the garden on a particularly splendid day, the garden bench has been given an extra dose of style. Now in an array of different designs and intriguing natural materials like basalt, travertine and even sustainable hardwood – a good bench can transform any area from drab to fab. Here are a few benches from boutique design studio Stone Forest:

The contemporary Sienna Bench in silver or beige travertine are slabs cut from large masses of natural stone with a clean and contemporary Italian style. The integrity of travertine gives Stone Forest carvings a radiant mass or presence not realized using man-made materials such as cement or cast stone.

Basalt Bench

The Basalt Benches are comprised of 100% basalt, which is a common extrusive volcanic rock. They are handmade by hammer and chisel, wherein Stone Forest leaves the sides with their own rough exterior, and then polishes the top facet. They are six to eight feet in length and are also available in custom sizes.

Boulder Slab Bench

The Boulder Bench Slab and Legs is fashioned from a single boulder. This unique bench is certain to add a modern twist to any outdoor garden.

Stone Forest also creates functional sculpture crafted from thick slabs of sustainable hardwood. Handcrafted using mortise and tenon joinery, the Windsor Back Bench’s design emphasizes the natural or outer edge of the tree as well as other unique characteristics including burls, knotholes and naturally occurring checks. (For indoor use only).

Windsor Bench

Wood Benches

Stone Forest has been creating contemporary elements for the kitchen, bath and landscape using natural materials since 1989. Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico the boutique company has a unique understanding of the tolerances of different stones and precious materials. All of their architectural designs are sculpted from an organic source such as limestone, marble, bamboo, copper and onyx. Stone Forest’s collections include an extensive selection of vessel and pedestal sinks, bathtubs, furniture, fountains and outdoor sculptures. Raw stones are obtained from quarries located around the world, in countries such as Italy, Spain, Norway and Brazil. Stone Forest’s products express the beauty of nature because they are made from materials from the earth and are not manipulated by machine. The absence of machines and minimal use of chemicals in the crafting process ensures that no harmful emissions are released into the atmosphere. Stone Forest has won numerous awards including the Good Design Award and Interior Design magazine’s Best of Year Award.