Rivers Eight is a company founded by my friend Amanda Schoun. They design and produce handbags and travel accessories for those who crave luxury without cruelty. Meticulously handcrafted in Los Angeles, their faux skin bags celebrate the majesty of exotic creatures without negatively impacting their populations. How wonderful is that? So to celebrate the holidays […]
JH: What was the impetus for you to get into the vitamin market? CG: Because there were vitamins that were affordable, there were vitamins that used the best ingredients and there were vitamins that were enjoyable to take (and therefore we or our kids would stick with), but they were three different products. We thought we should […]
JH: How did you get started in sustainable urban gardening? LP: I have always loved the outdoors, and had a particular interest in environmentalism. I grew up in a household where we were fortunate enough to have a veggie garden, and early on I gained an appreciation for what growing your own food means to our health […]
JH: You are based out of Venice and in your own words “create designs that positively impact the community”. How does green / sustainable practices play a role in how you approach a project? MR: I try to incorporate as many green features as I can into my designs. I have solar panels of course, some projects […]
JH: Can you briefly describe how you set the table? Is there a main centerpiece or several smaller pieces? Are there any items you should always include besides dishware and silverware? MD: For a lunch I did for you, knowing that you love ceramics, I put together a collection of handmade, vintage stoneware vessels and plates. I […]