We don’t think too much about the air we breathe in our homes. Unfortunately, there can be many unwanted toxins lurking in the space we live. While air purifiers can tackle air purifying and detoxifying, they can also be noisy and expensive. Luckily, there are a wide variety of plants that can be used just […]
These angled bricks deflect heat from buildings’ surfaces while creating textured façades.
This tiny modern rolling home, constructed of larch wood and sheep’s wool, is sustainable both on- and off-grid.
These easy-to-make planters are so stylish, you’d never guess they’re DIY.
The highlight of this modern home is a grassy path that winds around all three floors.
Ever considered solar panels for your home? As costs decrease and climate awareness increases, more homeowners than ever are opting for sun-powered energy in their own homes. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) reports that the total U.S. households to have installed solar panels has surpassed 700,000, and the number is rapidly rising. The first […]
We love it when museums take a step forward in creativity, highlighting the design trends of the moment. The bold look of the Biesbosch Museum in Werkendam, The Netherlands, is the result of an eight-month renovation project led by Studio Marco Vermeulen. A new wing that accommodates a restaurant and a display area for contemporary art was added to the […]
It’s no secret that the energy you use in your home adds up fast. Between heating, cooling, electricity, water and everything in between, it’s easy to become dismayed at how much energy goes into everyday life. Add family, friends and the chaos of a busy schedule into the mix and energy usage tends to be […]
Reader & Swartz Architects imagined a 1970’s farmhouse rekindled to its old flame with a twist of modern design. transformed from plain and boring into a contemporary example of modern design capabilities, the Virginia Farmhouse renovation literally brought back life and health to its inhabiting family. Architects inform us that “the house had mold problems, and, consequently, its inhabitants […]
As this is being typed, the current world population is 7,260,873,955, according to the real time Worldometer. By the time this article is edited and published (assuming four to five days from now), the population will have approximately increased by 316,000 people! Isn’t that amazing!? According to World Population Balance, the current global population is […]