August 21, 2006

Peace Offering

Branch Online Store

You’re big on olive branches, peace talks, and the whole “why can’t we all just get along?” thing.

But when it comes to your own domestic affairs, you could use some help on the harmonizing front.

Think of Branch, the San Francisco-based online home store devoted to sustainable wares, as a peace broker of sorts between good design and the environment. Deck the couch with adorable hemp bird pillows, spruce up the bathroom with beech wood fiber towels, and add some texture to your table with cork serving bowls.

Aspiring green thumbs without a lot of space can start small with an organic herb garden in a bag, rubber plant-me pets, and modern-style bird feeders. Ecosavvy brides and grooms can register for gifts; there are also tons of thoughtful knickknacks, like a sweet recycled glass terrarium or reclaimed vintage magazine note cards — perfect for a quick “thank you” or “sorry.”

Good to know for the next time you need to wave the white flag.

Available online at branchhome.com.