Master craftsman Aaron Paul has elevated the hobby of creating beautiful antique fan lighting fixtures. Not only that, Aaron makes sure that the historical narrative of said antique is included with each work of art whenever possible. He does this because he sees his work in a greater context, he wants people to know “they are buying a piece of history – some are 100 years old,” he says. He pines philosophically about his work and about the crafter who first brought life to the object to which he will provide a second life. He speaks in earnest and I am moved by his desire to infuse each piece with love in hopes of creating a ripple effect into the lives and homes of his customers. Read More
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How to Save a Glacier with Bamboo – BamCore Prime Wall System
No, I’m not suggesting you fashion a magic wand out of bamboo, as the title might imply. However, according to BamCore CEO Hal Hinkle, timber bamboo is the most eco-friendly building material on the market today. Bamboo, in general, is also super strong and has many potential applications. BamCore Prime Wall System is just one example of a product that uses the often overlooked raw material. Not only is bamboo eco friendly and strong it is pretty and (in some cases) soothing to look at. From keyboards to baby beanies to building materials bamboo is an underused raw material that has a lot to offer. Read More
