APRIL 2008
FEATURES
Why Build Green?
In just a few short years, green commercial building has gone from an arcane concept to one that’s fast becoming mainstream. From sustainable materials to energy-efficient systems to recycling, local developers are creating buildings that are healthier for employees and the environment—and make good financial sense. Contributing writer Judy Dahl offers the who, where and why of this building trend.
Eco Chic
Being green doesn’t have to mean paying a bunch of money, spending a bunch of time or, well, donning a burlap sack to support the cause. Madison retailers have become hip to the green scene and we’ll show you the latest in what they have to offer for gifts, for your home—even fashion. Style editor Shayna Miller picks the best earth-friendly products from Madison shops.
25 Green Heroes
Think globally and read locally to acquaint yourself with our picks for green heroes, twenty-five of the areaÂ’s savviest, smartest, boldest, creative, well-intentioned and hardest-working stewards of justice, humanity and the environment. They might be working in our little corner of the world, but all of the world is better because of it. By Jennifer Garrett
Habitat: Easy on the Earth
By now, we’ve all heard of the small things we can do to live green. But big decisions, actions and changes aren’t just for the enviro hardcore anymore. Materials and products for the home—including solar panels—are simpler than ever to find, use and, yes, love. In Habitat Handbook, contributing writer Jennifer Garrett proves it can indeed be easy living green.
YOUR TOWN
For the Record A Museum for All By Neil Heinen
Fabulous Finds: Whistle while you spring clean with these eco-friendly products
Window Shopping Hempen Goods has got a green thing going
Style Sheet Paper or plastic? Neither, actually
A New Leaf Is it possible to vacation green? By Pat Dillon
Politics The Purple State: Why WI is Hard to Pin Down By Colin Benedict and Jenny Price
Picture of Health Thai massage heals with motion
MADISON BUSINESS
On the cover:
Why Build Green? The new trend in local commercial building
Big Shot UW Alumni AssociationÂ’s Paula Bonner
HABITAT
House of the Month Style meets eco-friendliness in a new east-side home
Dining In Seared scallops on spinach By Nancy Lynch
Garden Talk Spring remodel: transplanting trees
On the cover: Habitat Handbook Find more home materials that are easy on the eyes and the earth
Pro Profile Brando Lawn & Landscape takes a natural approach to yards
Eco Home Tips 19 reminders on going green
OVERTONES
Arts Profile John DeMain celebrates 15 years at the Madison Symphony
Arts Highlight Designers put their spin on spaces in a MMoCA show
A&E Calendar April
DINING OUT
On the cover:
ItÂ’s tapas time at State St. newcomer The Icon. By Dan Curd
Restaurant Listings HereÂ’s 390 reasons to dine out.
Bottle Half-Full Of basketball and brown ale. By Kent Palmer
Off the Vine Five favorite wine vintages. By Michael Kwas
On the cover: Hip Sips Spring into the season with a Bumble Bee. By Katie Vaughn
Genuine Articles An NYC chef comes home to Harvest. By Nancy Christy and Neil Heinen
Out There By John Roach
