Sustainable Furnishings Council
2017 Year in Review
We asked, “How was business in 2017?” Here’s what they’re saying.
“2017 was a year of growth and introspection for Terracotta. We completed the expansion of our office, broke ground on some very…
Why Do I Care What It’s Made Of?
When designers look at a sofa, they notice the color of the fabric, the shape of the arms and the materials used to hold it all together. When clients look at a couch, they might consider the color…
SFC Announces #GetYourGreenOn Competition Winners
The Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) this week announced the winners of the second annual #GetYourGreenOn interior design competition.
The competition recognizes interior designers who feature…
Sustainable Furnishings Council Update
“What’s it Made of?” Initiative
The Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) has joined together with partners American Sustainable Business Council, Center for Environmental Health, Healthy Materials…
Style Board: Eco Style
Making environmentally friendly furniture, lighting and decor selections will not only affect the planet positively, but it can contribute to personal wellness. This new crop of sustainable products…
Eco Thoughts
I have a hard time saying “Go Green,” as the pride for my alma mater Michigan will never fizzle out, but I’ll make an exception for this issue.
The environment has been in the news a lot these days…
“What’s It Made Of?” 5 Answers that Raise a Red Flag
We’ve all heard the saying “You are what you eat,” but many health and design industry experts are concerned that you are what you sit on – and they’re not alone. As we learn more about the harmful…
Get Smart! 3 Easily Accessible Educational Seminars for Busy Interior Designers
Emblazoned in black and white against the red brick of an office building on a busy corner of Chicago’s River North Arts District are the words of Italian design master Massimo Vignelli: “Styles come…