{ The Green in ‘Red Living’ }
I don’t think “Green” is going to go away anytime soon. Sure, a new word may emerge as the latest coined phrase, but I believe the concept is here to stay. Phew… thankfully we’re all becoming more environmentally aware.
I adore some of the new home products coming out with a “Green” focus. We’ve seen sustainable bamboo curtains, hemp sofas, and new furniture hand-crafted with reclaimed lumber.
But I’m also a fan of all things “used”. My neighbour put it right when she said, “I could buy my son every eco-toy imaginable, but often the best ’green’ toy I could buy him is a recycled one.” So.True.
It may be an earth-friendly (and budget-friendly!) option, but Second-Hand-Store shopping isn’t easy for everyone. It takes a good eye, lots of time, a broad imagination, and – did I mention a lot of time?. While I have deffinitly found some amazing pieces, I have spent too many precious hours just hanging around finding nothing.
oh, how this has changed.
Now Open in Courtenay - “Red Living – Recycled Everyday Design”
Every time I set foot into “Red Living” on Cliffe Ave in Courtenay I find treasure. No wasted time. No stretching the imagination. No hunting.
These guys have seriously done all the hard work for us! By hunting down faboulous pieces and displaying them in a design-savy way, they completely take the guess work out of incorporating recycled goods into stylish living.
Joey and Anthony (Tony) at ‘Red Living’ are a design duo you MUST get to know if you’re interested in Interior Design. Originally from Ontario, Joey and Tony developed their eye for style in the design-forward neighbourhoods of Toronto. They have brought that knowlege here to the west-coast – providing our small community with a much-needed venue for all things Recycled Living.
Kari and I have a major design-crush on this store. We think you’ll like it too!
- RED LIVING -
“Recycled Everyday Design”
2790 Cliffe Ave.
Courtenay, BC
250-871-1325
www.RedLiving.ca
I agree, Joey & Tony are absolutely amazing and RED Living is a wonderful place to visit. I highly suggest visting RED Living if you have not done so already.
I will definitely have to check them out for inspiration and shopping! Their set-ups look awesome. We are big fans of used – I married someone in the waste management industry so he has lots of access to things discarded.
RED Living is the best place I’ve been to on the island, such rare treasures and Wow ! knock my socks off fare prices.
I never miss a chance to pop in and visit with “the boys” while picking up a new fabulous piece.
I didn’t even know this place was there—I will have to check it out. Thanks for the heads-up: I love finding a great new little place to shop! :)
i’m excited to see this place!
RED LIVING – WOW! You’ll need to go in every week to keep up with the changes these creative guys come up with – and to shop for really inspiring second hand home decor! Parking is easy too – or you can walk from the Riverway Trail at the lower end of Mansfield Drive.