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6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat From The World

03/27/2012
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  • 6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world
    In a world with an increasingly virtual connection between humans, CCTV cameras everywhere, new <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="https://www.facebook.com/" target="_blank">social networks</a> sprouting all the time and too much information thrown at us, quiet cocoons might be the objects we really need. From zero-waste recyclable nests to golden pop-up homes you can fit in your pocket, we've rounded up six of our favorite green cocoons to share now with you. Click through the images to discover peaceful, cozy and <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://inhabitat.com/cabin-porn-6-awesome-lil-isolated-shelters-from-around-the-world/" target="_blank">tiny shelters</a> made from innovative eco-materials.
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  • 6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world
    Made from an innovative eco-lux material that is recyclable, non-toxic and weatherproof, <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://www.dedon.de/en/" target="_blank">DEDON's</a> Nest Rest is the perfect cocoon for snuggling in the wild. Designed by <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://www.danielpouzet.com/" target="_blank">Daniel Puzet</a> and Fred Frety, its production implies <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://inhabitat.com/zero-waste-vegetable-packaging-you-can-also-plant/" target="_blank">zero waste</a> as every little scrap piece gets sold or recycled back to make a new product.
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  • 6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world
    Made from thick grey <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Felt" target="_blank">felt</a> that is biodegradable, soft and very warm, <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://www.freyjasewell.co.uk/" target="_blank">Freyja Sewell</a>'s Hush pod was designed for retreating from the world within public spaces. A hiding space, seat and bed all-in-one, Sewell's design offers a quiet, dark, soft, and natural place to take a break from the stresses of daily life and other people.
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  • 6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world
    Made from cold-bent plywood and designed by a group of people within the Victoria University of Wellington, cradle is a rocking cocoon for giving <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autism" target="_blank">autistic</a> people a space to calm-down through movement. Safe, comfortable and also flat pack, neatly designed <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://synergy341.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">Cradle</a> is a home within a home.
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  • 6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world
    Made from brilliant recyclable polyester and designed by Spanish<a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://www.martinazua.com/eng/downloads/basic-house-2/" target="_blank"> Martin Azua</a>, Basic House is a self-inflating shelter that fits in your pocket. As soon as the material interacts with body temperature or the heat from the sun, the <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://inhabitat.com/bubbletree-clear-prefab-bubble-tents-for-romantic-exhibitionism-in-the-wild/" target="_blank">prefab home</a> takes the shape of a glowing cube for snuggling inside, anywhere you want to take it.
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  • 6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world
    Made from plant fibers <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rattan" target="_blank">rattan</a> and designed by <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://www.bertariera.net/" target="_blank">Berta Riera Pomes</a> and Yunwei Zhu, Iglu is a cute woven shelter that offers a natural space to hide. Eco-friendly, biodegradable and breathable, Iglu is delicately hand-made and will sure rock your world.
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  • 6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world
    Made entirely from local compostable materials like wood, bark and branches, Cape Town-based <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://www.animal-farmacy.blogspot.com.ar/" target="_blank">Porky Hefer's</a> Nests are inspired by <a title="6 Cozy Cocoons to Retreat from the World" href="http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/weaver_bird.aspx" target="_blank">weaverbirds</a>' nests but made for humans. Weather they are hanging from a branch or placed on stilts, Hefer's natural pods are the perfect cozy cocoons to retreat from the world.
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6 cozy cocoons to retreat from the world

In a world with an increasingly virtual connection between humans, CCTV cameras everywhere, new social networks sprouting all the time and too much information thrown at us, quiet cocoons might be the objects we really need. From zero-waste recyclable nests to golden pop-up homes you can fit in your pocket, we've rounded up six of our favorite green cocoons to share now with you. Click through the images to discover peaceful, cozy and tiny shelters made from innovative eco-materials.

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