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Monday, November 10, 2008
Jessica Alba’s eco-friendly home
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Jessica Alba’s new home was recently featured in InStyle magazine.
The two-story home in L.A. is a totally eco-friendly production.
Most of the furniture (except the custom made sofas) was bought used and refinished. Alba searched Craigslist and hunted vintage stores and hotel-liquidation warehouses with decorator Kari Whitman for items with an old Hollywood theme.
Other eco-friendly touches include a chlorine free saltwater pool, non-toxic paints and organic linens.
It’s a great design strategy, one I’d love to employ in my own home, but here’s where Mrs. Alba-Warren and I part ways:
1) I’m broke
2) I can’t afford an interior decorator to help me out (see # 1)
What are your tips for a time and cost efficient path to DIY eco-friendly home design?
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