New International WELL Building Institute HQ achieves Platinum
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) hired midtown Manhattan studio COOKFOX to design its new headquarters...
Kudmai Collection repurposes vintage fishing boats into unique wood flooring
The Sacred Crafts, a San Diego-based brand focused on adding character to the home by sustainable methods, is giving...
Top 5 sustainable products from IKEA to add to your home
IKEA has become a household name because you can buy just about everything you need for your home there. Not only...
These pendant shades shine a light on recycled materials
Innovative companies around the world are looking at everyday objects in a new light, and custom lighting fabrication...
Nina+Co sustainably furnishes a zero-waste London restaurant
In an industry notorious for food waste, award-winning chef Douglas McMaster has achieved the seemingly unattainable...
These adorable fish lamps raise awareness of plastic pollution
Single-use plastics are everywhere. No matter how small they are, these plastics often end up in either landfills...
1971 Airstream gets glossy modern makeover, off-grid power
Although we’ve covered some gorgeous Airstream renovations over the years, there’s always one project...
This lamp is a work of art that cleans the air
The Guilin Lamp-scape by SUGO uses photocatalysis technology to clean and circulate the air you breathe, eliminating...
Odor-free Sepura makes home composting easier than ever
If you’ve ever wanted to start composting at home but got put off by the hassle and the smell, the Sepura could...
This lovely lampshade is made from cabbage
Lighting can set the tone of a room, so a lamp with a natural and compostable lampshade can create a cozy, gorgeous...
DPR office hopes to become Austin’s first WELL-certified workplace
Construction management firm DPR Construction has recently moved into an impressive new workplace of its own making...
This furniture collection is made from repurposed military parachutes
Innovative design firms Layer and RÆBURN are known for creating stunning items out of repurposed materials....
Repurposed coffee grounds provide sustainable clothing pigment alternative
Scientists from Iowa State University (ISU) recently unveiled a natural alternative to synthetic clothing pigment....
Student designs a chic wooden stand mixer that requires zero electricity
Look into any typical kitchen, and you’re likely to discover cupboards full of gadgets, utensils and devices...
Algae Lamps are a work of art and natural shade in one
Algae is one of the newest materials to hit the market as a multi-purpose fiber. While it has been hauled out of...
Plumen Hive shade is 3D-printed and biodegradable
Light bulbs and lamp shades go together like peanut butter and jelly so when Plumen had an idea for a natural looking...
Couple converts an old school bus into a chic skoolie for travel
When you are ready to explore the country, why not take your home with you? Sure, there are motorhomes and travel...
Go green in your bedroom with these sustainable decor picks
Whether you’re building, have just moved into a new home or are renovating your current room, considering eco-friendly...
One-of-a-kind Wilhelm Lamp is 3D-printed from recycled polycarbonate
Challenged by Milanese design gallerist Rossana Orlandi to “give plastic a second life,” Italian architect...
Energy-efficient light bulb production could take a major hit
The production of energy-efficient light bulbs could be hurt by a new proposal. The Trump administration is looking...
9 ways to introduce nature into your dull work space
Your home, office or home office can be your sanctuary even when deadlines loom. Mitigate the stress of your work...
8 ways to make your bathroom more eco-friendly
An outdated bathroom isn’t just an eyesore; it can also be quite harmful to the environment, because old toilets...
10 easy eco-friendly home decor tips
Decorating a home is intimidating enough without taking the environment into account, but choosing eco-friendly...
Baux unveils sustainable acoustic panels made out of chemical-free pulp
Acoustic products manufacturer Baux has just unveiled a truly innovative design for some stylish, plant-based...
Harbor town in Germany unveils urban-chic hostel made out of repurposed shipping containers
Berlin-based Holzer Kobler Architekturen and Kinzo Architekten have collaborated on Germany's first upcycled hostel...
A London office boasts biophilic design for a healthier, happier workplace
A new experimental office on the 12th floor of The Shard in London offers a breath of fresh air ... literally....
Reclaimed materials and a massive green wall transports Denali shoppers to the great outdoors
Earlier this fall, Connecticut-based, multidisciplinary design practice Pirie Associates completed a biophilic...
A gorgeous houseboat with a shockingly spacious interior can be yours for $375K
Tiny home builders are always popping up with new and ingenious ways to make a small space seem larger, and this...
Carbon-neutral home in Australia conceals its energy efficiency with minimalist design
Perth-based firm Whispering Smith has unveiled a beautiful, concrete home that combines the best of brutalist...
Fight food waste with these 11 ways to use leftover greens before they spoil
While they are chock-full of nutrients, greens such as spinach, kale, chard and romaine typically do not make for...