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Retracing Darwin’s Steps, and Managing the Human Impact on the Galapagos Islands

When considering history, it’s important not to get too stuck on just looking at what’s already behind you. All photos credit: Collin Dunn The difference between visiting the islands largely untouched by humans and those once habited by people is pretty stark. After seeing the pristine, un-invaded island of Fernadina, we stopped in Egas Port, on the island of Santiago, to retrace a few of Darwin’s steps, and see what can happen when humans have a hand in writing the natural history of the Galapagos. … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Flatpack Never Looked Better Than Joe Doucet’s Screwtop Table

Louis Sullivan said “Form Follows Function” and designer Joe Doucet listened. He has designed a flatpack table that proudly shows how it is put together. Core77 writes that it “wears its joinery method on its sleeve, so to speak.”… Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Cork Furniture and Cardboard Bars by Marina68 (Photos)

At TreeHugger we like cork, that warm material that can be harvested without chopping down trees, is fully renewable and biodegradable and can be shaped into many funky objects apart from stoppers to keep the wine in the bottles. The designers at studio Marina68 in Barcelona have worked with this local material and created a series of furniture, that embrace craftsmanship and eco-friendly materials. Have a look below for some of our favourites…. Read the full story on TreeHugger

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The Lace Collection, Matteria shows off the romantic side of eco-design

Lace is back! A while ago Lloyd wrote about the California-based Eurolaces , believed to be the first company to offer 100% certified machine-made macramé style organic cotton lace trim for apparel or curtains. Now lace has become a theme amongst the eco-designers, and Matteria , who sell charming objects for living made as sustainable as possible have picked up on it. Check out the beautiful Lace Glasses and the gorgeous hand-made Lace Carpet…. Read the full story on TreeHugger

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You Are A Dining Room Table

Barney Frank: “Ma'am, trying to have a conversation with you would be like trying to argue with a dining room table. I have no interest in doing it.” [ Editor's Note : The Internet works fast! Watch this for context

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