So, you want to build green. But where do you start? What are the latest and best materials? Well, online sustainable materials library Ecolect has the answer. They've just launched an annual materials subscription service called GreenBox. Released every 3 months, GreenBox contains a sampling of 8-12 cutting-edge green materials complete with clever info tags to keep you informed of all the latest innovations. Jump below to read more...

Material samples included in the kit have been chosen for their innovative and environmentally-friendly design and building solutions. Perfect for designers, architects, or those just looking to stay informed or plan for a future project, a subscription to GreenBox will provide you with your very own eco-materials library of over 50 different products by year end.

GreenBox is available in 5 categories: Architecture & Interiors, Product Design, Fashion & Textiles, Graphic Design & Packaging, and Sampler (materials from each field). Each GreenBox contains:

8-12 cutting edge material samples
Material information
Sustainability specs
Performance overview
Cost profiles
Distributor information

A year's subscription is $850, so perhaps not for the merely curious. Check out Ecolect for more information.

Via Design Green