It’s not old. It’s not new. It’s secondhand.
Jennifer Brown Jennifer Brown

It’s not old. It’s not new. It’s secondhand.

It is a certain personality that actually enjoys thrifting or shopping for antiques. After all, it is a lot of work. You walk into the store with very low expectations and are surprised if you find something you like.

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    The many ways you can give antiques a new life

    They can be restored, recovered, repurposed and more. You can also use these techniques to customize new furniture.

    Read the article on The New York Times.

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    The key to a strong local economy? It must be circular.

    Localization––of industries, supply chains and jobs––is gaining momentum in cities and states across the country.

    Read the article on Closed Loop Partners.

  • Smiling woman in a clothing store with tape measure around her neck, surrounded by racks of colorful clothes and accessories.

    The shopping mall in Sweden where everything is recycled

    At the ReTuna shopping mall in Sweden everything for sale is recycled, thanks to its clever location.

    Read the article on BBC.

  • Interior of a stylish living room with green walls and wood accents. A large plant and a colorful artwork are prominent features. The room includes unique hanging lamps, a black table, and a woven hat on the wall.

    These colors will be everywhere in interiors in 2025

    Whether you’re planning to color-drench the living room or simply swapping out some lamps, these are the shades you should know about now.

    Read the article on Vogue.com.

  • Cozy living room with gray sofa, wooden table, and plants

    Is ‘fast deco’ the new fast fashion? Landfills are piled high with cheap, throwaway home decor

    Read the article on euronews.com.

  • Contemporary living room with blue walls and ceiling, featuring a gray sofa, two armchairs, a round wooden coffee table with white flowers, and a patterned rug. A tall plant stands by the window, and a cabinet with a woven design is against the wall. Artwork and decorative items adorn the space.

    Every 2025 color of the year we know so far—and inspiration for how to use each in your home

    Read the article on Martha Stewart.