Eco-Friendly

Staff -- Interior Design, 5/31/2005 12:00:00 AM

André Joyau

Made entirely of recycled-hardwood beams, the Reclaimed hardwood table and Zebra chairs by this Brooklyn designer are as friendly to the environment as they are to dinner guests. Blending organic influences with brawny elegance, this dining set is available in ebonized, clear, and dark brown finishes. The table is 102 inches long by 35 inches wide. 20 Van Dam Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222; 718-963-2616. circle 682

JGood

Hung alone or as part of a luminous constellation, the Helios pendant is guaranteed to be the brightest star in the room. Bubbles of hand-blown glass within an external orb scatter light in concentric circles. Helios is made from partially recycled glass, recyclable aluminum, and bamboo and comes in seven colors. 24 Fifth Avenue, Suite 709, New York, NY 10011; 212-475-0479, x2; jgooddesign.com. circle 683

Curtain Call

Machine-washable contract curtains may sound too good to be true, but with this manufacturer's clean, green line of window coverings, it's simply a matter of detaching, washing, and re-hanging. Customers can select fabric made from woven bamboo or soybean fibers, as well as an array of cottons and silks. Styles include classic Roman shades, balloon shades, and drapes. P.O. Box 231267, New York, NY 10023; 646-505-0730; curtain-call.biz. circle 684

Knoll

Micro, Mezzo, and Macro denote three weaves of textured recycled- polyester fabric intended as both wall coverings and panel fabrics. The three weaves have stark geometric motifs and palettes that evoke architectural surfaces like stone, wood, and metal. Micro and Macro come in seven colors; Mezzo, in six. 76 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10011; 212-343-4001; knolltextiles.com. circle 685

Mayer

This manufacturer has added to its collection of Terratex, eco-friendly fabrics produced using renewable energy. The upholstery line includes Foundation (available in 30 colors), Links (13 colors), Constructure (nine colors), and Electron (two colors). Best of all, they're offered at budget-friendly prices—so you don't have to part with a lot of green in order to be green. P.O. Box 1812, Indianapolis, IN 46204; 800-428-4415; interfacefabrics.com. circle 686

Avonite

As subtly textured and serene as the beaches that inspired it, Cozumel is one of three new shades in this manufacturer's recycled collection. Fragments of reclaimed glass find a new life jazzing up this sandy neutral, making it a popular choice for kitchens, baths, countertops, cabinets, and more. 7350 Empire Drive, Florence, KY 41042; 800-428-6648; avonitesurfaces.com. circle 687

el: Environmental Language

Seemingly floating on winged legs, the graceful Pegasus dining table could hardly be more tethered to the earth. The eco-friendly piece is available in three sustainably grown woods: walnut, rift-cut oak, and cherry. Finishes—ranging from clear-coat to dark ebony—are nontoxic and derived from tree sap. The table is 54 inches long, 102 inches wide, and 29 inches high. 425 Park Barrington Drive, Barrington, IL 60010; 847-382-9285; el-furniture.com. circle 688

Xeno Objects

Thoroughly modern with more than a touch of whimsy, the Klom Series end and cocktail tables are made entirely by hand: bamboo fibers and natural resins create the initial form, which is then set with an environmentally friendly epoxy. This jolly group is as comfortable in a hip interior as it is in the great outdoors. 1 La Costa Center, 1016 La Posada Drive, Suite 240, Austin, TX 78752; 512-371-9908; xenoobjects.com. circle 689

ECOSurfaces

A veritable feast for your feet, ECOearth is available in scrumptious shades like Pesto Change-o, Pumpkin Patch, and Hot Tamale. The latest in this manufacturer's fun and durable recycled-rubber floor collection debuts in 14 speckled colors. Available on rolls or in 18- and 36-inch-square tiles. This is one floor you just might want to eat off of. P.O. Box 989, Lancaster, PA 17608; 877-326-7873; ecosurfaces.com. circle 692

HBF

Made from recycled and recyclable polyester, the Re:Stitch Collection by TVS interweaves durability and style; witness chic Oblique. The two-tone grid design lends the fabric an illusion of gentle motion. The collection includes 39 upholstery fabrics and 39 wall coverings in earthy hues. 900 12th Street Drive Northwest, Hickory, NC 28603; 828-328-2064; hbftextiles.com. circle 691

Teragren

This manufacturer uses sustainable bamboo from China's Zhejiang province to create rich, resilient floors that look great and spare our diminishing timber supply. The newest collection, Signature Colors, is available in four water-based stains: charcoal, cherry, espresso, and walnut. 12715 Miller Road Northeast, Suite 301, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110; 800-929-6333; teragren.com. circle 690