Cork Décor

In a world full of "green impostors," finding furniture that truly is eco-friendly proves to be difficult. Recently, cork-based furniture has burst onto the market. These items are as cleverly designed as they are environmentally sound, and they'll make any room look like a million bucks - cork also happens to be water resistant and mold-proof.

Sway Stool by Daniel Michalik

The sway stool is a clever combination of solid and perforated cork that fluctuates according to the weight of the user. Not only is this stool comfortable, it also ensures that a user's core muscles are constantly working, which promotes balance and correct posture. Available at: Inhabitatshop.com

Iannone Design Noggin Desk

This desk (brought to you by 2Modern.com) is both eco-friendly and made entirely in the United States. If you are looking for a tough and durable desk that will last for a long time, then this is the desk for you. Add colored drawers to this desk, and you'll create an instant classic. Photo credit/available at:2modern.com

Vitra Cork Chair

The way that this chair plays with empty space is interesting and intense. If you love the look of contemporary furniture, then you'll want to put this chair in your favorite room. Contact VITRA for product details and pricing. Photo credit: Design4now.com

Skram Cork Stool Cube

Use these cubes to make a bold, and modern, design statement. Made from 100% pure cork, you can feel good about placing a SKRAM stool inside of your home. These stools are also weather-resistant, so go ahead and place them indoors...or out! Available at: Shop.gessato.com

Cub Children's Chair

Providing your child with an eco-friendly, non-toxic, entirely resistant cork chair is easy to do with this lovely design from Daniel Michalik. Solid, sturdy, and completely made from recycled cork, this is one chair that your children will love! Photo credit: Littlewhirl.Wordpress.com

Kenneth Wingard Cork Lamp

Why buy a regular lamp when you can have one made entirely of cork? Light shines through this lamp by Kenneth Wingard in a surreal fashion making any room warm and inviting. Photo credit/available at: Inmod.com