Showing posts with label Kirei. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kirei. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Eco-Friendly, INSPIRING Wood Furniture

I am very drawn to the furniture pieces of Iannone Design. I'm surprised it took me so long to share their wonderful designs with you! What really catches my eye is the large graphic patterns and use of materials. Michael Iannone uses a variety of eco-friendly materials and layers them expertly to create a beautiful story - his structures are simple, but the design details make them truly awe inspiring.

What makes Michael Iannones striking furniture eco-friendly? They are:
  • constructed with FSC formaldehyde free plywoods, locally sourced lumber from managed forests, reclaimed wood, bamboo, and sorghum board also know as Kirei Board
  • finished with a low-VOC water based topcoat or an all natural hand applied oil wax finish
  • made in the USA




Thursday, April 9, 2009

Eco-Friendly Wood Substitute


A substitute for wood!! Kirei Board is made from reclaimed sorghum straw which is the portion of the straw that is not edible. This waste is usually burned or added to landfills. The boards are created with zero VOCs which means it is non-toxic and formaldehyde-free.

These beautiful eco-friendly boards can be used for almost anything! Millwork, wall covering, cabinetry, furniture... What an interesting wonderful green product!

This product is made by a company called Kirei - Check out their website for some sample applications.