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Bring the Hygge of Summer Home this Winter

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

So, what is Hygge? 
Hygge (pronounced HOOG-uh) is a Danish word which, roughly translated, means coziness. Much like the Pacific Northwest, Denmark has long, gloomy winters and the people there survive the dreariness by creating a bright, warm feeling at home. Candles, warm colors and good friends all contribute to the experience of hygge.
 
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The Vermont Street Project, a timber frame home

Friday, August 14th, 2009

Ecohaus has joined New Energy Works to supply finish materials to The Vermont Street Project in Portland.  This residential project is the result of nearly three decades in the business of custom timber work and environmentally sensitive construction. It is believed to be the first LEED H Platinum timber frame home in Oregon.  The project… »

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Ecohaus gets a Color Splash

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009

David Bromstad, host of HGTV’s “Color Splash” and spokesperson for Mythic Paint will be  making an appearance at Ecohaus in Seattle on Saturday, August 29th at 2pm.  Come hear him talk about design, answer questions, and then watch as he paints one of his signature pieces of art! The piece that he creates will be… »

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