Our Sustainable Living Blog
Window Insulation: Preparing for Winter
These warm days are a bit of a gift right now, especially given how wet and cold this summer has been here in Wellington. I still remember my very first March here. I’d just moved down from the usually balmy Waikato to study. A little windier, perhaps, but not too cold… yet. We all know…
Making Space: Our Sustainable Sale for Beautiful Home Goods
For 15 years, we mostly avoided a sale at Verdant. We’ve preferred to believe that every piece of fabric, cushion, or lampshade we bring in or make is beautiful and that it will eventually find a home. And, mostly, it does. But over time we’ve realised we need to shift some stock. Sometimes, trying to…
Managing the Summer Sun
Practical Ways to reduce glare, heat and early wake ups. It’s already February and it feels like summer has only just begun. Summer brings bright days and early sunrises. While we love the light, too much direct sun indoors can lead to glare, heat build-up, faded furnishings, and disrupted sleep. A few simple changes to…
Why Verdant is part of a collective
When people first step into our shop, they’re often surprised. It’s not filled with fabric swatches but instead brimming with artisan goods and local art, from handcrafted pots to unique pieces by local creatives. Verdant is part of the South Coast Collective, which might seem unexpected for a shop specializing in sustainable interiors. But to…
A short intro
Janette our owner and founder has created a short video about why we do what we do! Get in touch with us if you’d like to know more.
Green Celebrations: Easy Tips for a more Earth Friendly Season
You may have noticed we didn’t participate in the recent Black Friday Sales. (Even though we already had a fabric sale on!) The notion of the day contradicts what we do, especially at a time of year when it can easily get out of hand. The environmental impact of the season, with its excess wrapping paper,…