Kristy Alpert

Freelance writer Kristy Alpert has been covering the green scene since before it was the “thing to do.” Her work has been featured in publications such as D Magazine, Omni Escapes, Home Comfort Style, Oregon Bride, among others. When not crafting stories at her refinished Victorian writing desk, she can be found traveling the globe or … Read more

Something old, something new

2011_GreenLiving_SomethingOldSomethingNew_03Reusing, or upcycling, an old item to furnish or decorate your home helps the environment, saves money and carries forward a piece of history. 

Green dream haven

2011_GreenLiving_GreenDream_01A foodie and a green builder create a contemporary North Portland home that deftly combines their sustainability values and socializing lifestyle.

 

Eco-conscious kitchens

2011_GreenLiving_KitchenConscious_01The most meaningful ways to green the kitchen for every type of eco-doer.

Jill Cropp, green goddess

2011_GreenLiving_JillCroppMeet Jill Cropp, a native Portlander who believes in living small, ditching the car and keeping a lid on stuff.

Ira Glass Dirties My House

CleanI love my house. I do not love housework. Sweeping floors, wiping down countertops and erasing fridge door smears makes me cranky. I’ve tried to practice mindfulness with the moping. Tried to get Zen with window washing. I really want to embrace an Oprah-like gratefulness for being lucky enough to own a house that needs vacuuming but I have never quite managed to convince myself.

Pet-friendly gardens

The newest class from The Oregon Garden’s “Garden University” series will teach you how to create a pet-friendly garden.

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