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Rusty tin shed transformed into beautiful two-story studio in Sydney

  Tin sheds are a part of Australia's building vernacular - which is why a dilapidated shed in Sydney was revamped...

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The Grandview Barrel Sauna is a backyard oasis for the entire family

Saunas at resorts are great - but having a personal one in your own backyard is even better! This barrel-shaped...

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Striking rammed earth home blends into the hills of Santa Fe

This incredible Santa Fe residence by Studio GP Architects was inspired by the rich landscape of New Mexico's Chaco...

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Escape to this dreamy Airbnb eco retreat in a pristine Yucatan reserve

Although Airbnb is chock full of luxury beach condos, it's rare to find an eco-friendly retreat tucked into a secluded...

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INHABITAT INTERVIEW: Green Architect & Cradle to Cradle Founder William McDonough

[gallery_extend] INHABITAT: What inspired you to write 'Cradle to Cradle' (the book) and launch the Cradle...

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These solar-powered apartments in Sweden generate more energy than they use

Although the US may be moving backwards in terms of clean energy, countries like Sweden are going full throttle...

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Vietnam's "Forest in the Sky" apartment building is topped with 50,000 trees

This lush residential complex in Hanoi takes green living to the extreme. More than 50,000 trees, shrubs and colorful...

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Old mountain retreat renovated into sublime off-grid refuge

The challenges of renovating older buildings are already numerous, but when working deep in 8,100-foot-high mountainous...

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Cover's $50k algorithmic tiny houses are 80% more efficient than conventional homes

A California-based tech company is looking to bring tiny homes to the masses by streamlining the construction process...

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Disturbing photoshoot imagines our meals in a climate change-induced dystopia

If countless scientific studies can't convince climate change deniers of the imminent threat to the world, perhaps...

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INTERVIEW: Architect David Benjamin on Building The World's First Mushroom Tower at PS1

What's the only room with no walls? If you guessed a MUSHROOM - you're right! Architect David Benjamin is flipping...

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Kengo Kuma's Turkish art museum is made of stacked timber boxes

Prolific architect Kengo Kuma just unveiled plans for an amazing timber museum in Turkey. According to the architects,...

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This crazy boot-shaped tiny house could only exist in Texas

Only in Texas, people. This whimsical boot-shaped home may look like a quirky roadside stop, but it's actually...

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INTERVIEW: Model Summer Rayne Oakes On Transforming Her Brooklyn Apartment into a Greenhouse with 200+ Plants!

Some people collect stamps, other people collect cats. Summer Rayne Oakes collects plants - in a big way! The Brooklyn-based...

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San Diego's spectacular new Aquatic Center is a beacon to sailors entering the bay

Sailors cruising into San Diego Bay will now be met by the sophisticated new National City Aquatic Center. Designed...

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