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Top 5 Sexy Sustainable Solutions
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NOW  We can help you with your LEED Certified Project

 
Deserving Design Update
KIPP Infinitly Harlem
 
 
Months ago I reported on the work we've been doing for KIPP Infinity Charter School in Harlem, NYC. We've come close to reaching our goals and hope to unveil the new entry in June 2009. We still need donations! Please visit our Facebook site and support the cause today!
 
Many thanks!
Nirmada Causes
 
Join us in our volunteer efforts for Dining by Design benefitting
 
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Every spring in New York, DINING BY DESIGN premieres in a brilliant blast of cuisine, creativity, and spectacle. The event features design luminaries and culinary giants in a feast for the eyes and palate.
 

 
Refresh and Renew
Winter Newsletter
Spring is at last eminent, and after what has been a difficult winter for many of us, I feel a sense of renewal and hope in the air. While financial concerns have forced many of us to forgo purchasing that new apartment, I encourage you to consider invigorating your current environment. Nirmada has the experience and expertise to help make a difference in your space and your life.

As I was studying to sit for the LEED AP exam, I found myself becoming even more aware of ways in which we can integrate responsible principles in everything we design. But how can we incorporate sustainability in a way that our clients can realize the financial benefits of energy efficiency? How can we create "green" space that doesn't look "granola"?

Please see our Top 5 Green Tips on home design below for hints you can use for creating your own Green environment -creating beautiful spaces that just might save you a buck or two!
 
Nirmada's Top 5 Sustainable 
(and still sexy) Home Design Tips

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1. Buy Antiques - Why deplete the world's resources when our city is filled with amazing pieces (not Grandma's armoire, but modern, sophisticated stuff) just waiting for a new owner? Our faves Craig van den Brulle and R Gallery can set you up in style.

2. Install reclaimed wood floors - Who needs to contribute to rainforest destruction when our own LV Wood floors provides gorgeous green and reclaimed flooring solutions that look more ravishing than recycled.

3. Use Energy Star Appliances and Home Electronics - A no-brainer. Energy Star appliances and electronics  can look hot and will save you 30% + on your annual energy bills. A win-win! In fact, our number one fave Bosch won the 2009 Energy Star Partner Award.

4. Select natural textiles with Low or no VOC emissions - Without getting too technical here, go au naturale with carpets and fabrics. Buy CRI Green Label Plus carpets, cotton and silk fabrics, with recycled content-even better! Carnegie has some of our favorite high-wear commercial fabrics which we also use in residential applications for high-style with a responsible edge.

5. Use low or no VOC paints and coatings - Safecoat and Benjamin Moore have great high-pigment (read: less coats) products that can save time, money, and toxins in your home or office.
Everything in our environment contributes to our sense of well being. We can help you to realize your vision for a healthy and responsible future.
 
Sincerely,
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Kati Curtis
Nirmada Interior Design, LLC