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- This LA startup turns spoiled milk into biodegradable T-shirts Fri, 17 Jul 20, 4:30amDid you know that 128 million tons of milk are wasted every year? LA-based startup Mi Terro is using biotechnology to turn a portion of that food waste into sustainable fibers for biodegradable T-shirts.[...]
- How to replace single-use and plastic items in the kitchen Sat, 16 May 20, 3:30amScientists are predicting that by the year 2050, the ocean may have more plastic than fish. While countries around the world are beginning to take a stand against single-use items and plastics in grocery stores,...
- Off-grid geodesic cabins by FUGU can handle harsh climates Fri, 14 Feb 20, 3:30amFrom remote snow-covered mountains to idyllic beaches in far-flung corners of the earth, Parisian studio FUGU has you covered with its new line of geodesic cabins...
- Biodegradable tableware made from wheat bran debuts at Toronto's Green Living Show Tue, 26 Mar 19, 1:30amThis week, Toronto citizens learned that wheat bran is good for more than enhancing digestive regularity. An innovative Polish company displayed its disposable, biodegradable tableware made from unprocessed wheat bran at...
- Hokusai's 'The Great Wave' inspires beautiful home design in California Fri, 17 Mar 17, 5:15amCalifornia-based architect Mario Romano's motto "live in art" is clearly visible in his design of the stunning Preston House, inspired by Hokusai's "The Great Wave." The home's exterior was clad with layers of brushed aluminum...
- Douglas Varey builds vintage electric go-karts with ber sustainable materials Thu, 30 Jun 16, 10:49pmThe Austin Boulogne is made out of FSC-certified Okoume marine plywood and is covered in Xorel from Carnegie, the most sustainable, verified textile on the market...
- ‘Beads’ Art Installation Made From Recycled Plastic Bags Pops Up in Israel Wed, 6 Nov 13, 9:00am'Beads' is a community art installation made of used plastic bags that is located in a shopping center in Zichron Ya'akov, Israel. For a period of 2 months Noa Mer and Tali Buchler held an open activity for the public in...
- Rainer Mutsch Uses Recycled Fiber to Create His Incredible Sculptural Pendant Lamps Wed, 6 Nov 13, 8:30amThese gorgeous, handmade 'soft light' pendants by Austrian designer Rainer Mutsch are sculpted from eco-friendly materials. Mutsch created a series of pendants for Molto Luce from recycled fiber cement, using water and cellulose...
- Tiny 120 Sq Ft Studio Wrapped in Reclaimed Redwood Chills in Sunny California Thu, 18 Jul 13, 11:50pmPlaced on a 3,100 square foot lot, the tiny studio was a labor of love for both John McBride, a carpenter, and Sarah. They sourced all of their own materials and did the design and the construction, which allowed them to...
- 120 Sq Ft Small Studio Wrapped in Reclaimed Redwood Chills in Sunny California Thu, 18 Jul 13, 11:50pmPlaced on a 3,100 square foot lot, the tiny studio was a labor of love for both John McBride, a carpenter, and Sarah. They sourced all of their own materials and did the design and the construction, which allowed them to...
- Chamfer Home: Tiny Self-Sufficient House Operates Off-Grid in Any Locale Sat, 15 Jun 13, 5:30amThe Chamfer Home is a tiny self-sufficient shelter with a clean modern design that is made from eco-friendly materials. Designed by S-Archetype, the portable living unit can operate completely off the grid, which means that...
- Adventurous Couple Meanders Down the Pan-American Highway in a Solar-Powered 1967 VW Van Sat, 19 Jan 13, 6:00amRead the rest of Adventurous Couple Meanders Down the Pan-American Highway in a Solar-Powered 1967 VW Van Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: camper, Dangerz, Design, eco-friendly materials, green travel,...
- Villa Lola is a Beautifully Modern Low-Impact Home in Iceland Tue, 1 May 12, 3:00amRead the rest of Villa Lola is a Beautifully Modern Low-Impact Home in Iceland Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: arkis, eco design, eco home, eco house, eco-friendly materials, green architecture,...
- SmartDeco Builds Eco-Friendly and Easy to Assemble Flat-Pack Furniture Fri, 6 Apr 12, 7:20amIf you’ve been looking for some basic furniture for your home, check out SmartDeco‘s eco-friendly creations. Founded in 2011, SmartDeco produces 100% recyclable furniture that is proudly made in the USA. The furniture...
- Bliss House: 6 Men Build 2 Prefab Houses in Just 6 Days in North London! Mon, 26 Sep 11, 11:45pmRead the rest of Bliss House: 6 Men Build 2 Prefab Houses in Just 6 Days in North London! Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: bliss, bliss house, bliss spaces, eco design, eco friendly wood, eco-friendly...