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ENOTA's Velenje car park is a brilliant alternative to parking lot sprawl

[gallery_extend] Instead of expanding the footprint of the parking area, ENOTA opted to dig under the existing space and then cover it to create two levels of parking. A double entrance at the front of the building allows cars to enter either level, and there is no annoying circling to get from level...
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Basic House is a Golden Self-Inflating Home That Fits in Your Pocket!

[gallery_extend] Made of metallic polyester, the basic house is like a tiny, self-inflating prefab home. As soon as it interacts with either body temperature or heat from the sun, the inflatable shelter transforms from a flat sheet of material to an insulated home that provides shelter against the elements....
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Hivernacle: Barcelona's luscious hidden garden center is a renovated wonderland

[gallery_extend] At the back of the hall there’s a small pagoda and a peaceful “Zen garden”, where a Buddha statue faces outward beside a table and chair where visitors can relax. There is even a small children’s play area with a few toys scattered around to entertain kids while parents peruse...
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Kouichi Kimura's Cozy House is a secluded space in a busy Japan neighborhood

[gallery_extend] Kimura created a variety of spaces enveloped with minimalist facades that protect the family privacy. He integrated the furniture into the architecture, with small niches that function as benches. An open-plan living room dominates the ground floor, with three bedrooms and a hallway...
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California issues first-ever mandatory water restrictions to combat disastrous drought

As record low snow packs threaten to increase the severity of California's already-devastating drought, Governor Jerry Brown has issued the first mandatory water restrictions in the state's history. Under the executive order, 400 local water supply agencies—who provide water to around 90 percent of all of California...
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This cave-like studio is an inspiring retreat for its resident writer

[gallery_extend] The dwelling houses one bedroom, a bathroom and a small pantry. “Once the writer is in it, he is cozy and protected. He has everything he needs, as in a womb. He is secure enough to get in touch with all his most inner thoughts, demons and illusions, so when he gets out of it, he...
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Tower of Refuge is a self-operating Noah's Ark that fights extinction

[gallery_extend] We are witnessing a dramatic increase in global deforestation, extinction of species and global sea level rise. In order to slow this trend down, Chen proposes to build structures which would serve as facilities for the artificial reproduction of animal and plant species. Tower of Refuge...

[gallery_extend] We are witnessing a dramatic increase in global deforestation, extinction of species and global sea level rise. In...
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Unusually brief 'blood moon' lunar eclipse happens this Saturday

In just a few days, unusually brief total lunar eclipse will delight skywatchers in North America, Australia and East Asia. Expected on April 4, the total eclipse will be its strongest at 6:34 am ET, with shadows beginning as early as 4:35 am. At this time, the Sun, Earth and Moon will be aligned so that the Moon...

In just a few days, unusually brief total lunar eclipse will delight skywatchers in North America, Australia and East Asia. Expected on April...
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This pallet-based patio proves that even renters can have stylishly-remodeled spaces

When it comes to architectural style, rental apartments can be bland and lifeless, with little room for creative design expression. So what's the renter with a dream of having a beautiful outdoor space to do? Here's an inspiring story of how two renters turned a bland outdoor patio into a gorgeous tropical-style...

When it comes to architectural style, rental apartments can be bland and lifeless, with little room for creative design expression. So what's...
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Crowdfunding is under way to build a wildlife sanctuary castle in England

Plans to build a new castle in England are underway, but this isn't a stereotypical building full of royal folks in startling hats; it's going to be a wildlife sanctuary and permaculture training facility, with buildings that can house thousands of animals, including endangered English Shire horses. From a gravity-driven...

Plans to build a new castle in England are underway, but this isn't a stereotypical building full of royal folks in startling hats; it's going...
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Toyota debuts the 2016 RAV4's new hybrid powertrain

[gallery_extend] The RAV4 competes in one of the most crowded segments in the auto industry. Other compact SUVs on the market include the Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox, and Nissan Rogue, however none of these models offer a hybrid powertrain. Toyota's 2016 RAV4 Hybrid will...

[gallery_extend] The RAV4 competes in one of the most crowded segments in the auto industry. Other compact SUVs on the market include...
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Environment

New study shows global biodiversity loss can be reversed by tackling climate change

You would be hard pressed to find someone who can deny that humanity has had a drastic and dire impact on nearly every other species on the planet over the course of our species’ existence. A new study published in the journal Nature offers a broad view of exactly how much biodiversity has been lost since the...

You would be hard pressed to find someone who can deny that humanity has had a drastic and dire impact on nearly every other species on the planet...