Timber Woody office in France embraces Paris' largest park

Nicknamed “Woody” after its timber build, the office is located on the eastern edge of Paris right next to the Bois de Vincennes.

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Prefab homes on stilts include solar panels, water collection systems and organic gardens

Bali-based architect Alexis Dornier has unveiled a beautiful, eco-friendly concept for a series of prefabricated homes that are elevated off the landscape on stilts.

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6 helpful ways to give back to nature this Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and it is the best time to reflect on our planet and give thanks for nature and all of its glories.

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This tiny farmhouse features a quaint reading nook

New York-based tiny home builder Willowbee Tiny Homes has managed to combine a comfy farmhouse aesthetic with a sophisticated and space-efficient tiny home.

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9 tips for eco-friendly Black Friday, Cyber Monday shopping

Follow these tips to take advantage of the seasonal deals without damaging the planet.

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Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act is signed into law

In a bipartisan win, the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act has been signed into law, making serious harm to “living non-human mammals, birds, reptiles or amphibians” a federal crime.

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Beachfront hotel in Costa Rica pays tribute to the land and its inhabitants

A new hotel, Hotel Nantipa, located in the Puntarenas area of Costa Rica, has been built with several sustainable features while also paying homage to the indigenous Chorotegan people who first inhabited the area. Designed by local firm Garnier Arquitectos, the hotel is integrated with water-saving systems, solar-powered water heaters, reclaimed building materials and more.

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Amsterdams new circular archives building sustainably generates all of its own energy

The city of Amsterdam has officially opened the Depot Amsterdam Noord, a new repository for the capital’s Stadsarchief city archives.

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These ultra-cool, vintage-style travel trailers can go off the grid for a week

Handcrafted in California by Bowlus Road Chief, these aluminum-clad travel trailers offer race car-inspired aerodynamics that provide the smoothest ride possible. Additionally, the incredible campers can even go off the grid for various periods of time before needing recharged.

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Architects design giant air purifying towers to fight Delhis air pollution

Developed using the principles of aerodynamics, the Aũra air purifiers rely on a curved shape and air pressure differentials to intake polluted air and produce cool, clean air.

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Students propose a biomimetic solution to reduce post-harvest food waste in Nigeria

In a bid to provide a solution to post-harvest tomato waste, a team of Pratt Institute students designed a storage facility for tomato farmers in Nigeria that takes inspiration from the respiratory system of a cricket and the ribs of a cactus.

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Stunning family home in Ecuador offers serenity in an increasingly noisy world

Located just out of Quevedo, this unique home has a massive central courtyard that acts as a serene meditation space for a family looking to block out the noise.

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Minimalist, energy-efficient cabin is glazed in a mirror-like shine

The charming, simple cabin's glazed facade can be specially coated to prevent bird collisions, too.

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San Diego Tropical Fish Societys Annual Show celebrates natural, eco-minded aquascaping

Join Inhabitat on an exploration of the show, its history and its members' efforts — past and present — in sustainability and fish conservation.

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A fairytale-like school lab for math and sciences takes over a tiny London "turret"

Hayhurst & Co recently transformed an existing two-story “turret” on top of a Queen-Anne style primary school in London into an award-winning learning space for children.

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These adaptive reuse hotel suites in Amsterdam are built inside old bridge houses

What were once 28 unused canal-side bridge houses are now a series of hotel suites.

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Squirrel Park turns shipping containers into affordable housing units

In recent years, shipping container architecture has been moving forward as a real-world solution for affordable housing.

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Architecture students design and build a LEED Platinum smart home in Kansas

The group not only accomplished their goal of a LEED Platinum-certified house but also created the program’s first fully integrated smart house.

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7 tips for a sustainable Thanksgiving celebration

Enjoy your celebration and give back to nature at the same time with these sustainable tips for the upcoming holiday.

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ZHA completes LEED Gold-targeted building with worlds largest atrium in Beijing

In China’s capital city, Zaha Hadid Architects has completed the Leeza SOHO tower, a 45-story skyscraper that boasts the world’s largest atrium at 194.15 meters in height.

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PaperTale app shows the ethics and sustainability of clothing with a simple scan

PaperTale is an app that scans smart tags on clothing to reveal the items' materials and how ethically they were made.

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A rundown 1960s structure is converted into a stunning home that operates almost entirely off the grid

Once a tract home, the Saddle Peak Residence is now a contemporary, light-filled space that has been equipped with several energy-efficient features, such as solar power, that allow the home to largely function off the grid.

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FAAB reimagines Warsaws largest public square as a solar-powered cycle park

The redeveloped square would also “promote the creation of urban ecosystems” and become a celebrated meeting place for Polish arts, culture, innovation and more.

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Tofurky Trots offer alternative Thanksgiving races for vegetarians

Thanksgiving is a fun time for walkers and runners of all ages. But as everyone knows, it is not a fun holiday for turkeys — hence, the Tofurky Trots.

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Building homes that fight against climate change

Learn how to design and build resilient homes that are good for the planet from the experts at Deltec Homes.

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Giant, abstract trees hold up the roof of an experimental Korean home

The experimental project blends digital design and fabrication with traditional Korean architecture.

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This smart furniture features solar-powered charging ports

The furniture is outfitted with solar panels to generate clean energy for charging USB ports.

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Turtle-inspired bamboo shelter contracts to half its size in case of extreme weather

Delta is a bamboo structure that retracts into itself when challenged by stormy weather and expands during non-severe weather.

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A homey, floating cabin makes for the ultimate romantic getaway in South Australia

Nothing says romance like whisking your loved one off for a remote getaway in South Australia on a floating villa built for two.

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New architecture learning center in London is built with bamboo and recycled yogurt pots

Architecture lovers now have a new place to convene in London thanks to the recent competition of the Clore Learning Center at the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) headquarters.

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This is one of the only LEED Gold-certified hotels in Spain

Opened in March 2018 and located in Madrid, Spain, the VP Plaza España Design hotel is committed to sustainability efforts in both its design and daily practices.

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Bioclimatic design creates a highly efficient and healthy home in Spain

Spain's Rías Baixas area is a picturesque part of the country. Now, in this idyllic region sits a highly energy-efficient home designed by local firm ARKKE. The architects incorporated several bioclimatic features into the design, taking advantage of the local climate and landscape to help reduce the building's energy use.

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A lush public park grows on the roof of a luxury Wuhan mall

Wuhan North Pavilion supports a lush public rooftop park that’s accessible from the ground level and provides active and passive spaces for children and adults alike.

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12 easy vegetarian and vegan potluck dishes for Thanksgiving

Sticking to a vegetarian or vegan diet on a holiday that revolves around poultry doesn’t have to be a bummer.

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Bushwick bartender makes gorgeous necklaces from NYC's trash

When she's not slinging brews behind a Bushwick bar, designer Lorelei Christensen is scouring some of New York City's darkest corners looking for debris that she can transform into shiny little pieces of eco-jewelry.

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This student housing is the largest Passive House-certified building in the Southern Hemisphere

At nearly 70,000 square feet, Gillies Hall at Monash University in Australia has become the country’s largest Passive House-certified building.

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Recyclable aluminum facade wraps BBC Studios new reusable pavilion

The building is wrapped in a rippled facade made entirely of aluminum scales angled to let in light and to give the pavilion its dynamic appearance.

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A guide to zero-waste holiday travel

If you find yourself traveling this time of year, here are some zero-waste tips to take the edge off your travel shame.

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This private island resort in Panama promises sustainable luxury

Just off the western Pacific shore of Panama lies Isla Palenque, a private island sanctuary with nearly 400 acres of lush jungle and a luxury resort that prides itself on low-impact living.

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Wear jeans on your eyes with these funky sunglasses made of upcycled denim

Who knew that "thigh wear as eye wear" would be the next big thing in the world of eco fashion?

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Research raises animal welfare concerns over "humanely" raised turkeys

While many meat eaters don’t want to think about the actual slaughter of a turkey, they might comfort themselves with the thought that their Thanksgiving dinner was humanely raised. Think again.

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Sigurd Larsen unveils a stunning prefab home in the Austrian Alps

Danish architect Sigurd Larsen has almost entirely relied on prefabrication to construct the Mountain House, an incredible family home nestled deep into the spectacular, mountainous landscape of the Austrian Alps.

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10 vegan myths, debunked

Just in time for those awkward holiday encounters with family, here are 10 vegan myths, debunked.

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This versatile, waterproof parka is made with recycled PET bottles

Oftentimes, less is more — that is where the durable Maium Lightweight Parka comes in to play.

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Double your vacation fun on this gorgeous double decker bus hotel in Wales

Visitors to the incredibly idyllic area of the Teifi Valley in West Wales now have a quirky new accommodation to enjoy.

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Mercedes Benz presents a luxury electric car

Mercedes-Benz recently revealed the Vision EQS show car as an example of how luxury and sustainability can intertwine.

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Zaha Hadid Architects designs BREEAM-targeted terminal for electrified Rail Baltic

Using modular construction and energy-efficient systems, the Ülemiste terminal will be designed to target BREEAM benchmarks and guidelines.

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Climate change is adversely affecting childrens health worldwide

Unless significant intervention takes place, global warming and climate change will negatively “shape the well-being of an entire generation.”

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Community-oriented housing redefines a former industrial site in west London

Taking inspiration from the site’s industrial past, the architecture complements its historic setting with distinctive sawtooth roofs that help funnel light into the buildings.

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Deciphering wine labels: the differences between organic, natural, biodynamic and sustainable wines

‘Tis the season for holiday celebrations, cocktail parties and family gatherings. But before you pop the corks on those bottles of wine, take a moment to understand what you are about to drink.

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Venice's worst flood in 50 years blamed on climate change

Venice is inundated with floodwaters, with more than 85 percent of the city, including its historic basilica and centuries-old buildings, experiencing floods.

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Waterstudio unveils the world's first floating timber tower

Slated for the waters of Rotterdam, the tower is made out of CLT and will house office space, a public green park and a restaurant with a terrace.

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Fukushima on track to become a renewable energy hub

Fukushima, which is Japan's third largest prefecture, is revitalizing and transforming into a renewable energy hub.

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BIGs LEED Gold-seeking school in Arlington features a cascade of green terraces

After five years in the making, BIG has completed The Heights, a new public school building in Arlington, Virginia that not only offers a unique and energy-efficient take on school architecture, but also helps maximize density and open space.

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SunUp is a solar panel system perfect for hikers and adventurers

Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts can finally enjoy a solar panel that combines efficiency and durability with the added ability to fit snugly on top of a backpack.

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Solar-powered Austin home embraces sustainability in more ways than one

In South Austin, Miró Rivera Architects has completed the Westridge Residence, a contemporary home with an emphasis on sustainable design.

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Excessive road salt threatens public health and wildlife

Many people and municipalities turn to road salt to de-ice wintry streets and sidewalks. Unfortunately, road salt poses serious environmental risks.

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Mirrored outhouse disappears into a lush river valley landscape

In Australia’s Kangaroo Valley, Paddington-based design studio Madeleine Blanchfield Architects carefully crafted a freestanding bathroom that all but vanishes into its surroundings.

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Four tiny pavilions make up a low-impact forest home in Mexico

A family that enjoys nature together, stays together — that's the idea behind the amazing, nature-inspired Casa de Bosque.

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Tacoma's Dune Peninsula: from slag heap to beloved park

On a gorgeous fall day, people jog and walk dogs along Tacoma’s waterfront in the new Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park. Locals appreciate the almost miraculous transformation of this land.

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LAVA designs carbon-neutral LIFE Hamburg with an edible green roof

Slated to open 2023, the solar-powered sustainable building will feature a carbon dioxide-absorbing green facade and an organic rooftop garden.

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Look inside BIGs yin and yang-shaped Panda House in Copenhagen

With their cutest new inhabitants comfortably settled in, the Copenhagen Zoo and Bjarke Ingels Group have shared new pictures of the recently completed yin and yang-shaped Panda House, a new home for giant pandas Mao Sun and Xing Er.

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Collection of plant-based shirts raise awareness of endangered species

The collection includes vibrant, hand-drawn images that are printed on seaweed fiber T-shirts using natural dyes.

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Tech-free hobbies that benefit you and the planet

Technology has become an integral part of our everyday life. From smartphones to smart appliances, the advancements continue to make our lives easier while simultaneous distracting us from traditional hobbies and interests. How we spend our time has changed so much over the past few decades that those seeking to reconnect with non-techy hobbies sometimes struggle to think of ways to spend their time that doesn’t involve a screen of some sort. So we’ve put together a list of eco-friendly hobbies...

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Cambridge students create the UKs most efficient solar-powered electric car

Helia is a solar-powered electric car that is so energy efficient, it can travel more than 500 miles at 50 miles per hour on the same amount of power it takes to boil a kettle.

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A young couple creates a dreamy Scandinavian-inspired yurt home in Oregon

The couple’s modified yurt offers 930 square feet of light-filled living space furnished to ooze hygge vibes.

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New e-snowmobiles bring eco tourism to the northern lights

Electric snowmobiles, powered by Arctic winds, are making northern-lights viewing experiences more eco-friendly.

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LARQ: the world's first portable, self-cleaning water bottle

The LARQ water bottle features the world’s first portable, digital water purification system that relies on a rechargeable lithium polymer battery to keep it going.

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Green-roofed addition brings a mid-century home into the 21st century

There are few things we love more than witnessing the transformation of something old into something new — and sustainable.

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Net-zero energy DPR office becomes Austins first WELL-certified workplace

Designed to follow sustainable principles, the net-zero energy office is fitted with energy-efficient fixtures, environmentally friendly materials and health-minded features that have earned the project WELL Silver and LEED Gold certifications.

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Carney Logan Burke thoughtfully inserts a modernist jewel in Jackson Hole

After over twenty years of working with a family on their 180-acre Jackson Hole property, Montana architectural firm Carney Logan Burke has capped their fruitful relationship with the Queens Lane Pavilion, a modernist two-bedroom retreat with spectacular landscape views. Topped with a flat roof and surrounded by walls of glass, the minimalist pavilion was crafted as“art piece” that seamlessly blends into the landscape and the fifth project completed in the wildlife-rich riverine ecosystem. Architect...

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Dramatically twisted timber weaves together in the Steampunk pavilion

In Tallinn, Estonia, a team of designers have merged traditional craftsmanship with digital modeling to create Steampunk, a sculptural pavilion that uses steam-bent hardwood and computer-aided design. Winner of the Tallinn Architecture Biennial 2019 Installation Program Competition, the spectacular artwork uses the laborious process of steam bending timber by hand, rather than robotic production, to call attention to the merits of traditional craftsmanship absent in machine building. Gwyllim...

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Fiji's Cousteau Resort launches a new botanical program for guests

The initiative is part of a larger goal to protect the island’s natural environment.

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First Smart Forest City in Mexico will be 100% food and energy self-sufficient

Milan-based architecture firm Stefano Boeri Architetti has unveiled innovative designs for a nature-infused smart city in Cancun, Mexico that will serve as a model for resilient and sustainable urban planning.

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These glass vases let you grow your own avocado tree no toothpicks required

While most home gardens tend to conceal the roots within decorated pots, Ilex Studio's new collection of glass vases displays one of the most underrated parts of a plant — the roots.

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Snhetta-designed center may provide a rare look inside the worlds largest seed vault

Snøhetta has unveiled preliminary designs for The Arc, a proposed visitor center for Arctic preservation storage on the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard, a remote island north of the Arctic Circle.

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San Francisco breaks ground on new "Tunnel Tops" national park

Today, San Francisco has broken ground on “Tunnel Tops,” a new 14-acre national parkland that will span two sections across the top of the Presidio Parkway highway tunnels.

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This sustainable luxury smartwatch monitors climate change

Just in time for your conscious holiday shopping, Veldt, Inc. is unveiling its newest luxury smartwatch, the LUXTURE AARDE, designed with sustainability and wellness in mind.

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Easy ways to make your home and garden more sustainable this fall

As the final leaves drop from the trees and the temperatures continue to plummet, you’ve likely already prepped the woodpile and dug out your winter wear. But before you head inside to hunker down with movies and hot cocoa, also prep your home and yard to act sustainably throughout the months ahead.

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Lemay injects new life into Montreals Expo 67 site

Using an integrated design approach, Lemay has enhanced the pedestrian experience.

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Architects reveal winning design for Western Sydney Airport

Located in Sydney’s new western Parkland City region, the green-field airport draws inspiration for its form and material palette from the unique local flora and nearby mountains.

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Alliance of more than 11,000 scientists warns that our planet faces a climate emergency

At our current climate trajectory, humanity will likely face “untold suffering,” as reported in a new study signed by more than 11,000 scientists around the globe.

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Copenhagens new eco-friendly bicycle hills hide parking for thousands of bicycles

Danish architectural firm COBE recently completed a one-of-a-kind public space in Copenhagen that not only serves as a multifunctional meeting place, but also provides covered parking for over 2,000 bicycles. Inaugurated in late August, Karen Blixens Plads is one of the largest public spaces in Copenhagen and measures over 20,000 square meters in size. The elevated undulating terrain helps break the large space down into small zones for activities and helps channel and slow rainwater to improve the...

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High-tech wetsuit protects divers and surfers from toxic elements in the oceans

With ocean waters being polluted at an astonishing rate, swimmers, divers and surfers are putting their lives at risk simply by entering the water. Fortunately, Vissla and Surfrider have collaborated on a slightly depressing solution aimed to keep water-lovers safe. The Rising Seas Wetsuit is a high-tech body suit that uses nanotechnology to block the absorption of any harmful pollutants in the water. Additionally, Nitrile pads on the stomach, elbows and knees help surfers maintain their grip on the board, even in seriously slimy conditions.

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Studio NAB wants to rehab parking lots into energy-producing urban gardens

Paris-based design firm Studio NAB has unveiled a proposal for transforming the traditional asphalt parking lot into an urban farming green space with solar-powered parking spaces. Created with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals in mind, Studio NAB’s Car Park 2.0 rethinks the car park as a productive space that could generate green jobs, renewable energy, and food. Retained parking spaces would be set on permeable paving, rather than asphalt, and could be connected with solar-powered...

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Minimalist hotel gym made out of locally-sourced stone features one of the largest glass panels in the world

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To reduce air pollution, New Delhi restricts cars to alternate days on the road

Air pollution in New Delhi has reached its worst levels this year, prompting the Indian government to legislate for a two-week rationing of private car usage.

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Sead Pod offers grassroots solution to air pollution and global warming

Gardening should be good for the environment, adding oxygen to the air, nutrients to the soil, and filtering water for consumption. But plastic and toxins have become ubiquitous, leaving the home gardener to make intentional choices about which products to use. That’s where Sead Pod comes in, a vertical garden made using sustainable practices and recycled materials. Sead (Sustainable Ecology, Adaptive Design) Pod offers a simple plastic planter for bringing gardens into the smallest spaces while...

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Reclaimed materials star in this surf villa with ocean views in Bali

Puri Bukit is an ocean-facing, four-bedroom villa with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean in Bali.

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Costa Rica hopes to end selfies with wild animals

Costa Rica, renowned for its wildlife, has recently launched a campaign to dissuade people from taking selfies with wild animals.

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Survey shows most adults prefer volunteering at local parks and recreation areas

Communities deserve wonderful parks, and individuals can make that a reality through volunteer work.

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Clean your plants and reap the reward of clean air

Although cleaning house plants probably ranks somewhere between wiping down the blades on the ceiling fan and cleaning out the gutters on your to-do list, it’s a chore that’s critical to the plant and, one could argue, to humanity.  Let’s go back to science class for a minute in order to understand why a clean plant is a productive plant. Remember that little thing called photosynthesis? Leaves are a central organ in the process. Technically, the stomata, which are small openings...

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BREEAM Excellent office building keeps London's carbon reduction targets in sight

The site of a former petrol station has been given a new lease on life as 1 Valentine Place, an award-winning sustainable office building certified BREEAM Excellent.

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Swanky hotel made of 26 repurposed shipping containers opens in London

Visitors to London can now stay at the fabulous Stow-Away Hotel, a chic lodging built from 26 shipping containers.

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This amazing tiny solar-powered cabin can be used as a retreat on land or on water

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Foie gras ban to take effect in New York

Fancy feasters in the Big Apple will have to acquire new tastes because New York will soon follow California’s example in legislating for a foie gras ban.

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Keystone Pipeline leaks 383,000 gallons of crude oil, renewing debate on its expansion

About 383,000 gallons (1.4 million liters) of oil has leaked out into the environment from the controversial Keystone Pipeline system.

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Touring restored wetlands at a Wisconsin nature conservancy

Take a tour of the beloved Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy with Inhabitat.

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Decrepit barn in Quebec was converted into stunning modern design by salvaging all of its old materials

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