Stefano Boeri will revitalize Genoa with sustainable energy-producing urban design
A Stefano Boeri Architetti-led design team has won a competition to design a new urban project to transform the...
Designers made this pavilion out of upcycled paper waste
Originally created for the Copenhagen Art Fair to showcase a new sustainable method of design, the Paper Pavilion...
Old power station in Berlin is converted into off-grid arts center that runs on energy generated by woodchips
The former industrial town of Luckenwalde now has a beautiful new arts center that not only aims to bring a little...
This plant-based ski wax keeps nasty chemicals off the snowpack
For those looking to hit the slopes as the weather cools down, a new eco-friendly ski wax will not only help you...
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...
Olson Kundig unveils stunning net-zero family home in California
Prolific Seattle-based firm Olson Kundig has just unveiled a magnificent home that manages to combine the best...
Two sustainable rental units dressed in reclaimed brick are self-sustaining through solar power
Melbourne-based firm Breathe Architecture has brought a bit of California flair to a Melbourne suburb. Using the...
Spectacular rammed-earth dome home is tucked deep into a Costa Rican jungle
Costa Rica has long been renowned for its commitment to protecting its natural environment, but one home nestled...
This rechargeable camping headlamp is made out of sustainable wood and recycled aluminum
Most adventurers do what they can to leave no trace when exploring, but sometimes it is nearly impossible to find...
Engineers invent origami-inspired self-watering pots that are made from 100% recycled materials
The summer months are a wonderful time to go exploring unknown parts of the world, but traveling for weeks on end...
Cheer Project creates zero-waste products from pine needles
Sourcing materials is the foundation of every design process, but the practice often doesn’t align with sustainable...
These waterproof shoes are made of recycled coffee grounds
Another innovative sneaker design is headed our way with the #RENS shoe coming from designers in Helsinki, Finland....
A solar-powered, concrete home in Brazil is a powerhouse of sustainability
São Paolo-based firm Steck Arquitetura has just unveiled the Julieta House, a concrete home that spans nearly...
This solar-powered home in Brazil blends into its environment with a massive green roof and an open-air ground floor
When it comes to modern homes, most architects focus on creating a soothing harmony between the indoors and outdoors,...
Cyclo is the packable and sustainable helmet made from recycled plastic
Study after study shows that wearing a helmet saves lives and reduces injuries during an accident, yet some statistics...
Sustainable floating dairy farm in the Netherlands is home to 40 blissful bovines
Years of urban development in the harbor area of the Merwehaven in the Netherlands have led to decline of traditional...
This minimalist prefab playhouse features locally sourced timber, recycled rubber flooring and all-natural finishes
While many children's playhouses might be filled with overly complicated bells and whistles, sometimes the minimalist...
Architects envision a 3D-printed sanctuary tower for Monarch Butterfly
New York City-based design firm, Terreform ONE has unveiled a stunning design concept for an urban Monarch Butterfly...
Sustainably-sourced sunglasses built to last a lifetime rather than a season
Living a sustainable lifestyle is about more than backyard composting and prolific use of Mason jars in lieu of...
This egg carton is made out of seeds that sprout when replanted
As the world teeters on the brink of suffocating from single-use products, some designers are quickly coming up...
Ingenious design sees two tiny homes connected by a light-filled sunroom
When a family of four moved from Hawaii to Portland, Oregon, they desperately missed the tropical climate that...
TREDJE NATUR develops sidewalk tiles to capture and reuse water runoff
As the saying goes, when it rains, it pours. And when it pours, streets flood. This causes problems with the infrastructure...
A firefighter’s stunning skoolie features a bespoke interior design
A man with big dreams now has a big skoolie to bring them to fruition. This beautiful bus conversion by Paved to...
A 1923 building in Quebec is now a light-filled public market complete with aquaponics systems
Discerning foodies in Quebec will soon have a beautiful new market to buy their locally grown fare. Local architectural...
A pair of minimalist cabins is a serene retreat in a Portuguese forest
While most architectural firms often work with demanding clients, Portuguese firm Studio 3a only had two very...
An apartment complex in Amsterdam follows biophilic design principals
Dutch architecture firm GG-loop has wrapped an apartment building in Amsterdam with a beautiful facade of timber...
A decaying shop in Cambodia gains a new life through adaptive reuse principles
Phnom Penh-based firm Bloom Architecture has unveiled a beautiful renovation of a decaying building in Kampot,...
Sublime net-positive energy farmhouse pays homage to the local vernacular
These days, homes are being constructed with any number of sustainable features, but this modern farmhouse in Lincoln,...
Beautiful vacation home in Brazil is crafted from upcycled stone and salvaged bricks
Designed by Curitiba-based firm Solo Arquitetos, the Lake House sits overlooking the expansive wetlands of the...
The reusable LastSwab might just be the last ear swab you ever buy
You may not think about it each day when you toss that cotton swab into the garbage after touching up your make-up...