Green Design, Traditional Look

November 2nd, 2009 | Leave a Comment

With green design being the “it” thing these days, many people are looking for ways to incorporate eco-friendly aspects into their home. However, one of the things that can hold people back is the fact that green design can often carry with it connotations of extremely contemporary style. This does not have to always be the case. Below are examples from Coastal Living Magazine of eco-friendly rooms with a traditional look.

These rooms utilize techniques such as protecting the mechanical systems and ductwork from extreme temperatures, bamboo floors, formaldehyde-free fabrics, all natural plaster free of VOC’s and mold, and sustainable furnishings. When you use green as the backbone for the construction of the room and take care to use the most sustainable products possible, even recycling and re-purposing antiques, you have the freedom to create a room that is traditional and pretty in style while using contemporary ideas for eco-friendly homes.