Many of us have a passion for sustainable design. However, it comes as no surprise that salvaged materials from 100+ years ago may not exactly fit with current green building standards. Is there a way to marry your passion for sustainability and the quality of reused materials? Let’s discuss:
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Every year brings new trends and challenges to the changing needs of our customer base. Some years we were selling salvaged wood windows for DIY greenhouses, and lately we’ve seen interest in Midcentury modern design. We are determined to help each customer discover something perfect for their next big project. Here are the top 8 questions we’ve been asked this year.
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Frank Lloyd Wright was largely considered one of the greatest American architects of all time. Wright designed well over 1,000 architectural works, creating interesting and innovative spaces across the United States. Without a doubt, we love objects that tell a story. For instance, the one and only Frank Lloyd Wright designed this very large planter currently sitting at Earthwise.
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With over thirty years of salvage under our belts, we recognize not only the importance of this...
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In January, our Director of Operations Aaron Blanchard was invited to the Science and Math Institute (SAMI) in Tacoma. As a part of a series showcasing different green industries, Aaron showed the importance of salvage through a presentation along with materials for the students to look at and feel for themselves. From describing how Earthwise works to the history of Tacoma, Aaron showed salvage in a tangible, hands-on way.
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