It seems logical to me – coconuts and good design. I’ve heard of stranger things, so when I heard that Bahia coconut shells were being used to produce an interior design surface material, I didn’t even flinch.

In fact, I thought it’s about time. Okay, not exactly, but it is innovative and ultra exotic.

EKOBE is the Brazilian company responsible for these 100% natural, chemical-free, environmentally-sustainable tiles. The range of colors, textures and patterns must be witnessed first hand – words can’t quite do them justice. View the three lines – Aoba, Aoba Elements and Membira – to see for yourself.

From powder rooms to conference rooms, EKOBE tiles can be used for walls, furniture and flooring. Recommended for indoor use in low traffic areas, the number of potentially stunning style statements is endless. And the finished look is all kinds of sexy.

Detailed instructions for installing, finishing and maintaining the tiles are available on the website, and should be followed carefully. Ekobe tiles are available at Nemo Tile Company in New York.

via Josh Spear

Melon is bringing a fresh slice of life to spring, showing up everywhere from dresses and jewelry to wall accents and fabrics. I’ve always loved the coral family, especially layering various hues from the spectrum – baby aspirin swimming alongside salmon, terracotta seasoned with spice. The names alone conjure all that is pure, soft, light and oh-so-femme. Here are some tasty seasonal offerings ripe for picking:

Mythic paints in shades of summer from the red and orange color palettes. All are non-toxic and delicious!

Pixel Organic Swaddling Blanket $24.90 at Bunny Baby.

Warm red Suzani Pillows $89-129 at VivaTerra.

Tile organic duvet, $60 from Pottery Barn.

Dalia Upholstery Fabric From Designtex.

Ceramic tile slab in deco coral from Eco Wise.

Slabs
120″x 48″ x 1/4″, 1/2″ , 3/4″, 1 1/4″ or 1 5/8″

Tiles
24″x48″x1/2″
48″x48″x1/2″

Thomas Paul handmade 100% New Zealand wool rug in orange and cream, $150 at Feel More Human.

Catalina Organic Market Sling, $109 from Serena and Lily.

Eco Bamboo Forrest Pillow in poppy and seagrass, $68 from Cottage and Bungalow.