
Airy Santa Monica Canyon home embraces views of nature and art
Reclaimed materials, a world-class art collection and an indoor/outdoor lifestyle combine in this recently completed...

This Brazilian beach house is made from locally-sourced natural materials
The architects at MNMA Studio have created a natural beachy oasis made of eco-friendly elements in the region of...

This modular orphanage in Thailand was built using local and recycled materials
This cluster of tiny shelters for Burmese children in Thailand was built using reclaimed wood and locally sourced...

Solar-powered family retreat beautifully blends into California’s rolling hills
San Francisco-based Schwartz and Architecture completed a handsome home that complements, rather than detracts,...

Arca is a gorgeous arched retreat in the Brazilian rainforest
The 130-square-meter home is elevated on a concrete pier foundation and topped by a single metal shell that forms...

The Collapsible FLIO Laptop Stand Puts a New Angle on Sustainable Workspaces
If you're one of the millions of people who spend their days typing on a laptop, check out FLIO: it's a slim, collapsible...

Salvaged Beauty's On the Menu at San Fran's New Kusakabe Sushi Bar
Kusakabe is a new kaiseki-style sushi bar that has elevated sustainable building to a new level of elegance. Designed...

DIY: Homemade Insect Repellent Sprays and Lotions
'Tis the season for camping trips and beach parties, barbecues and patio drinks, and you can bet that insects of...

Andy Goldsworthy Uses Natural Materials to Make Ephemeral Art Installations at the Presidio in San Francisco
Andy Goldsworthy is a world-renowned artist, known for constructing complex and elaborate site-specific sculptures...

Eucalyptus House is a Low-Impact Brazilian Cabin on Stilts
Eucalyptus House's big windows provide great views into the valley and make good use of natural light, while small...