Northshore Home magazine highlights the best in architectural design, new construction and renovations, interiors, and landscape design.
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shop shop living, a task that can seem daunting, but in reality, it's something that DiGiovanni and Regan stress doesn't have to be—in fact, "going green" should not cause stress at all. This self-proclaimed "zero waste" store aims to put accessible, plastic-free alternatives in people's hands, helping them create healthier homes and in turn a healthier planet. "Everything in here passes the green test," says DiGiovanni. "We stock a lot of locally made products, we support local makers as much as we can." Regan adds, "The goal is to replace what is disposable in your life little by little. We have floss in store. That's just one example of a tiny place you could make a change in your own life—by ditching the plastic floss you use every day." DiGiovanni says yes, we are a shop but on top of that "we very much want to be available, we want the community and anyone who comes into our store to feel free to ask us questions, we want to be here as a resource." When considering ways to make small changes in your own life, look no further than your bathroom or a kitchen cabinet. From dish towels, to nontoxic beauty products to charcoal toothpaste to shampoo and conditioner bars to kitchen accessories, chances are the shop has a simple and affordable replacement for The duo sell an array of nontoxic home goods. FURNITURE • LIGHTING • RUGS • ACCESSORIES • RARE FINDS 18 RED SPRING RD., ANDOVER, MASSACHUSETTS 01810 978-475-5511 WWW.MAKANDCOANDOVER.COM nshoremag.com/nshorehome/