More people are wondering how to have a more natural lawn. Here are a few tips to get you started! By Sarah Lawson For most people, a lot of effort, thought and money goes into creating the perfect yard.…
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Love Island got it right. Now get some sustainable patio decor for your own garden! By Diane Small If, like me, you’ve been glued to the set, watching Love Island (yes, it’s my guilty pleasure!) then you may also…
There’s no doubt that living off grid is eco-friendly. But is it really a practical solution for most of us? By Chere Di Boscio A few years ago, I decided it was time to leave the big city –…
Living in a small space? These decluttering tips will make it feel bigger – and better! By Diane Small For most, living in any big American or European city means living in a small space. Space is at such…
Learning how to greenify your home makes a hugely positive impact on your health – and the planet’s! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Sure, you’ve started thrifting to greenify your wardrobe. And you’ve probably been using organic and natural beauty…
These recycled DIY decor ideas for your home are easy to do, and turn trash into treasure! By Diane Small As the saying goes: one woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure, and never is that truer than when it…
Is it time to give your bathroom a makeover? Here’s how to do it as sustainably as possible By Diane Small I don’t know about you, but I love spending time in the bathroom. And not for any disgusting…
The Farm in San Francisco by Feldman Architecture is a wonderful example of how old homes can be transformed into ecological masterpieces By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi When most people think about ‘sustainable architecture‘, the first thing that comes to…
Love decorating your home, but hate buying more stuff? These recycled home decor accessories can be incorporated into your interiors guilt free! By Diane Small Recycled home decor accessories used to be something that maybe a creative student might…
By Arwa Lodhi We’ve long admired the glamorous ‘zero waste‘ home guru and blogger, Bea Johnson, who lives by five simple rules that fuel her zero waste lifestyle: Refuse what you do not need Reduce what you do need;…
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Whether its the beauty of a still lake, the feeling of a campfire at night, or the firey hues of autumnal leaves, the Echo House aims to encapsulate them all, somehow. This naturalistic abode is…
By Jody McCutcheon As a child, I loved visiting my grandparents’ farm. The barn in particular held me in total thrall: it was a place that smelled of oil and machinery, which to this day I associate with the…
By Arwa Lodhi Every little thing you can do for the environment makes a difference, and this applies to work as well as at home. Whether you own a company and want to create an eco-friendlier environment for your…
Architecture gets eco with these houses that can help fight climate change By Diane Small Here’s a shocking fact for you: private homes are estimated to be responsible for about one fifth to one fourth of global carbon dioxide…
Think more is more? We found three sustainable minimalist buildings that will change your mind! By Jody McCutcheon The term ‘clean living’ has recently entered the modern lexicon, and generally refers to eating pure, healthy food, and avoiding alcohol,…
By Rose Burke There can be little doubt that tiny homes are a trend that’s not going anywhere. This is especially true when the hugely expensive housing market in most cities means that buying a home is out of…
By Katy Caric When we think of ways to boost our mood, most of us immediately think of doing something fun, like watching a comedy or hanging out with friends. But what you may not know is that your…
The Da Vinci Tower in Dubai offers a new ‘spin’ on architecture. Literally! By Jody McCutcheon Dubai is known for its excesses and indulgences: crystal studded cars, 7-star hotels and indoor ski runs mean this emirate isn’t well-known for…
By Diane Small Tiny homes have become an (ironically) huge trend in recent years, as people move away from the stress-causing, energy-consuming clutter of everyday life toward a simpler existence. Moving into a tiny home forces you to re-evaluate…
You’ll definitely want to add these objects made from ocean plastic to your lust list this year! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi You know when you see some guy inventing a ‘new’ plastic from food fibres or something, and you…
Feeling a bit dull or down when you’re at home? These easy ways to change the mood in your home with lighting may help! By Diane Small As anyone who has suffered through a grey, rainy day knows –…
These eco friendly Hawaiian homes will make you want to run out of the city and live your best life By Jody McCutcheon Living in a lush, Hawaiian paradise would be good enough for most people. But considering that…
Want to change your living space a bit? These simple interior design tips from the pros can help! By Arwa Lodhi Getting tired of your living space? You don’t need to make radical changes to glam it up! Knowing…