Hospitality Furniture

There has been a movement in industrialized nations to go “green”, and for good reason. If we don’t start taking care of the environment, it might not be here for our grandkids to enjoy. Small things can add up to make a big difference, like switching to low-energy light bulbs, using alternate energy sources, and recycling.

The third one brings me to the point of this post: recycled furniture. Not hand-me-downs from your crazy aunt, but bona fide recycled furniture. That is, furniture made from recycled items. It’s something you can feel good about buying, and it looks really cool. Check out this love seat made from maple wood and recycled seat belts:

The Arbor Tandem Love Seat comes in your choice of fifteen different wood stains and eight different colors of seat belt webbing. Now that’s versatile! The seat weighs a svelte thirty pounds. Its dimensions are 33 inches high, 47.5 inches wide and 20 inches deep. It’s just the right size to cuddle on with your environmentally conscious loved ones.

I never would have guessed that if you threw maple wood and used seat belts together, that you would come out with something so slick and modern looking. I like the Arbor Tandem, and not just because of its looks; it could be used in a children’s area to impart a visual lesson about the value of recycling, or it could be a nice addition to trendy restaurants or night clubs. It’s got the sort of unusual appeal that can go anywhere and perform any function, from American beach benches to UK bistro chairs. With the right art and low tables to accompany it, the Arbor Tandem would even look at home in a swanky private residence. Just think: you could show off your style and your commitment to the environment all at once.