Biggest environmental news stories of the decade

As we begin a new decade, we’re taking a look over the biggest environmental news stories since 2010.

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3D-printed concrete forest pavilion proposed for Dubais Expo 2020

The solar-powered “Expo 2020 Landmark” will greet visitors from a prominent traffic roundabout.

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The best eco tourism spots in Montreal

Montreal is a lively city at where there’s always something going on. The mix of picturesque old and totally modern makes the city so beautiful and fun.

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How to have a sustainable NYE party

With a New Year to ring in, what better time to begin your sustainable efforts for 2020 than during an eco-conscious NYE party?

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Sustainably shop, eat and travel your way through Vancouver

Tour Vancouver the eco-friendly way — check out these outdoor activities, vegan restaurants, eco-hotels and more.

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This unisex T-shirt is naturally dyed with Japanese cherry blossoms

This lovely T-shirt gets its gorgeous, light pink tone from discarded cherry blossoms.

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Dropps offers chemical-, dye- and plastic-free laundry and dishwashing products

In a world where it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find products free of harsh chemicals, it’s refreshing to discover a company focused on creating simple household supplies that do the job without endangering the health of humans or the planet. Dropps considers it their mission to provide safer cleaning products, minus bulky packaging and unnecessary ingredients.  Chemical and dye free The laundry and dishwashing products offered by Dropps come in clear pods that show...

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Gorgeous tiny home thrives in the California sunshine

The Noyer is a surprisingly spacious tiny home with sleek interiors designed for a client in California.

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We wore Allbirds' Tree Runners around the world here's how they performed

Shoes made from wood pulp that are actually comfortable? Count us in!

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White Sands officially becomes the 62nd national park

White Sands has become the newest national park in the U.S.

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12 good things that happened for the environment in 2019

Between rainforest fires and growing ocean pollution, much of environmental news is grim. However, 2019 also brought good news. Here are a few high points as we go into 2020.

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Sea turtle rescue center mimics the natural ecosystems in Turkey

The Research, Rescue and Rehabilitation Center for Sea Turtles will raise awareness for the wildlife that call the unique ecosystem home.

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PANGAIA presents FLWRDWN, a down alternative made from biodegradable wildflowers

These puffer coats are filled with a fluffy down alternative — wildflowers.

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Award-winning Australian winery adds new, sustainable building

Victoria’s Yarra Valley is an idyllic region known for its award winning vineyards. Now, guests to the Medhurst Winery have a new, sustainable tasting area to enjoy the label's tasty wine selection.

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Planned community embraces luxe, eco-conscious design in Bocas del Toro, Panama

More than 12 years in the making, the 457-acre planned community of Casi Cielo has just begun sales for its first phase.

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Animal rights groups work to "Open Cages" of animals on fur farms

Organizations like Tušti Narvai are working to save animals from fur farms.

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How zip lining impacts tree health, according to experts

Outdoorsy people have long enjoyed hiking on remote trails or rafting on rivers. But aerial views have been harder to come by, until the recent popularization of zip lines.

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This container home in Brazil helps its residents disconnect

A stunning house made of shipping containers serves as a spot for digital detoxing in Brazil.

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White, latticed exoskeleton wraps a LEED Platinum office in Madrid

The energy-efficient building makes the most of its wedge-shaped plot.

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Your essential guide to eco-wellness in Tampa, Florida

Tampa is a big city that loves to live outside. Thanks to recent development along the Hillsborough River, Tampa is very pedestrian-friendly. It’s a winning combination of sunshine, beaches and big city amenities.

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Kuehn Malvezzi tops a brick office building in Germany with an energy-efficient greenhouse

The greenhouse serves as a place for innovative urban farming research.

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16 must-see environmental documentaries

Here are some top environmental documentaries to watch if you’re looking for a show that keeps sustainability in focus.

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Matthew McConaughey unveils tiny eco-retreat in Australia

Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey is jumping on the tiny cabin movement, and it's "alright, alright, alright" with us.

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All-natural, gender-neutral Juniper Ridge fragrances offer new scent options

Almost everyone can agree that using natural ingredients is better than dousing yourself in synthetic ones. Juniper Ridge has released a new line of gender-neutral colognes with nature on the label and in the bottle.

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Stunning new prefab kit home centers on sustainability

Hygge Supply's custom home kits center sustainability. Its new Birch Le Collaboration House joins sustainability with luxury design.

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The fruit of the future is 3D-printed and packed with vitamins and minerals

Neo Fruits is a collection of artificial fruits made out of 3D-printed cellulose skins and filled with a healthy mix of vitamins and minerals.

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Green-roofed sports center adds sculptural appeal to the Augustow riverfront

Topped with a green roof, the facility complements the surrounding park.

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Gift loved ones with classes that teach and build nature skills

Experience gifts can be wonderfully green and intrinsically fulfilling.

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Upcycled materials make up this beautiful cabin retreat in Denmark

Located an hour outside of Copenhagen, this beautiful vacation home is tucked into a lush forest mere steps away from a beach.

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Compostable, portable Stak pods eliminate the need for individually wrapped snacks

Stak is an easy way to transport healthy snacks with zero waste.

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UDEM students and Daan Roosegaarde install a Smog-Eating Billboard in Monterrey

According to the team, the Smog-Eating Billboard purifies the same amount of air as 30 trees every six hours.

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Carbon-neutral, prefab development targets sustainable urbanism for Rotterdams Rijnhaven area

In a bid to revitalize the area of Rijnhaven, a Rotterdam port dating back to 1895, Blueroom and Urban Crossovers have designed a proposal for a new, mixed-use development that could serve as the city’s leading example of sustainable urbanism.

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Vegan holiday cookie recipes for every plate and palate

Whether you’re planning to hand out cookie gift plates, donate to a bake sale or leave a treat for Santa, many people in your community will be seeking out vegan holiday cookies, so we’ve put together a list of possibilities. Get baking!

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Modern townhome in Philadelphia combines functionality and sustainability

Custom, artistic elements throughout the property paired with the sustainable and efficient features give this building its unique, eco-friendly flair.

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MVRDV to transform Seouls concrete-dominated waterfront into a vibrant, green oasis

Seoul has announced yet another inspiring eco-oriented urban project — a waterfront revitalization scheme designed by Dutch firm MVRDV.

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Remote tiny house in the Netherlands has a design inspired by foliage

When a client tasked the team behind Liberté Tiny Houses to create a mobile, minimalist home where she could reconnect with nature, they responded by building the Makatita — a 182-square-foot tiny home with a shape that was inspired by the organic form of a leaf.

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Obra Architects stimulates climate change discussion with a climate-correcting machine

The installation uses greenhouse technology to create perpetual, spring-like weather conditions through the fall and winter in reference to global warming.

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Pamper your partner with these eco-friendly gift ideas

Here are Inhabitat’s recommendations for eco-conscious gifts that will show your partner and the planet plenty of love this holiday season.

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5 sustainable activities to make the most of a winter wonderland

While the chill in the wind can drive some people indoors, you should try your best to get outdoors and enjoy all that this snowy season has to offer.

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A rich vegetable garden grows atop a unique home in Vietnam

In Vietnam’s coastal region of Quang Ngai, a one-of-a-kind home with a roof topped with fresh vegetables has infused new life into a rural village.

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Net-zero community planned for Hamburg will rely on geothermal and solar energy

The formerly industrial borough of Harbugh in Hamburg, Germany will soon get a strikingly modern and eco-conscious facelift.

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DIY: How to make an enchanting terrarium necklace to keep or give as a gift

Highlight life, nature, plants and the planet all in a tiny, encapsulated terrarium. Even better, turn it into a necklace for a unique piece of jewelry that is sure to be a conversation-starter.

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World's largest 3D-printed building opens in Dubai after 2 weeks of construction

Located in Dubai, the 6,998-square-foot administrative building was constructed in just 2 weeks.

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Urban Earth House exemplifies off-grid living in the city

The clients dreamed of an off-grid forever home in Melbourne.

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Modular Aquatecture panels can harvest rainwater from the sides of buildings

Inspired by severe water shortages, one designer has created building panels that can harvest rainwater runoff and atmospheric moisture.

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30,000 recycled water bottles make up this 3D-printed pavilion

Dubai-based design studio MEAN Design has unveiled an eye-catching pavilion in the front esplanade of the Dubai International Financial Center.

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10 holiday gifts for eco-friendly coworkers

If you have coworkers who are eco-conscious or you hope to encourage them to be, then a thoughtful gift will certainly convey that you appreciate all they do as your teammates — all while helping the planet.

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This prefab weekend retreat made from shipping containers can be ordered online

Available to order and customize online, VMD can be fully set up and habitable in just 99 days.

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Earth-friendly holiday gift ideas for your entire family

Wondering what to give everyone on your list — parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins? Here are this year’s green gift recommendations from Inhabitat.

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Fuksas designs a zero-impact public square in the heart of Sofia

Located in front of the medieval Sveta Nedelya Church, the project will bridge the city’s ancient roots and modern urbanism.

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Greta Thunberg is Time magazines 2019 Person of the Year

So far, the 16-year-old is the youngest individual to receive the recognition, thanks to her youthful activism that has brought global attention to the planet’s climate crisis.

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Ark tiny home blends off-grid capability with elevated design

These days, designing an off-grid tiny home doesn't have to mean forgoing attractive design.

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Climate Neutral Certification labels products with minimized carbon footprints

The proposed Climate Neutral Certification would consist of four elements that businesses need to meet in order to earn the esteemed Climate Neutral label.

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Experimental, net-positive energy development in India is a prototype for future sustainable housing

Designed to house up to 500 residents, the sustainable housing complex will be studied for years to come in order to create a future model of sustainable living.

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Kansas City approves free public transportation for all

The program will boost ridership of city transit systems, allaying concerns about equity and the challenges of global greenhouse gas emissions and the climate crisis.

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IUCN finds ocean oxygen levels dropping at record rates

Marine life is in serious trouble if ocean oxygen levels continue to plummet.

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P+365 is turning abandoned festival tents into wearable merchandise

When Tuo Lei came across an image of thousands of discarded tents strewn across festival grounds and destined for landfill, the designer saw potential.

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Sustainable holiday gifts for babies and kids

This holiday season, give out eco-friendly gifts or green presents that your favorite kiddos can enjoy all while helping the Earth, too.

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Paleo-futuristic luxury tower stands out from a Quebec forest

Montreal-based architectural practice MU Architecture has proposed a “self-sustainable” escape in the deep forests of Quebec.

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Climate change-induced melting of mountain ice threatens global supply of freshwater

Ice melt is becoming more pronounced and precipitation patterns are disrupted, in turn placing these water towers’ storage capacity at critical risk.

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These solar-powered, mobile chicken coops help farmers prepare for harvest

Created specifically for the farmers working at the Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano, this automated mobile chicken coop, by Designers on Holiday, allows farmers to combine two important tasks: allow their chicken brood access to fresh grass and the animals fertilize new crops.

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Koala-sniffing detection dog, Bear, helps save koalas from Australian bushfires

Learn more about Bear, a good boy who is an expert in detecting and saving koalas after bushfires.

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Expedition Bigfoot casts new light on famous forest dweller with science and conservation in mind

Expedition Bigfoot, a new Travel Channel show, is using the advanced technology that Sasquatch eschews to track this elusive creature all while celebrating the mysteries of nature and the importance of science and conservation.

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The largest green wall in Europe will absorb 8 tons of air pollution per year

Located in London, U.K., the Citicape House by Sheppard Robson will feature a 40,000-square-foot green wall, the largest in Europe, that sets the standard for urban green development in the city.

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Low-impact Thai home uses modular design to harmonize with nature

Located on a hill in Pak Chong in northeastern Thailand, the home was carefully sited to preserve existing Siamese Rosewood trees and is elevated to reduce site impact.

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Study reveals "ugly sweaters" add to the plastic pollution problem

New research shows the waste generated by ugly holiday sweaters.

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Costco is now selling Beyond Burgers in bulk

Aficionados of plant-based Beyond Burgers, can now rejoice – the Costco warehouse club store chain will soon be selling them in bulk.  The rollout begins in Florida, New York and Texas, followed afterwards by Arizona, California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Virginia and more, with eight-patty packs to sell at around $15 before taxes. Plant-based meat alternatives are accelerating in growth, thanks to the competition between Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods.  Retailers are...

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Slippy turns ocean plastic into versatile and endlessly reusable cup sleeves

Inhabitat reviews Slippy, a reusable cup sleeve that is both functional and stylish.

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Brick cladding conceals a family home's sophisticated, zero-energy systems

Although brick homes are certainly nothing new, the respected building material is having somewhat of a renaissance moment.

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A forgotten railway takes on new life as a new cultural destination in France

Redeveloped with curving, ribbon-like sheets of Corten steel, the area takes on new, artistic life while the dismantled tracks have been adapted for the enjoyment of cyclists and pedestrians alike.

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MVRDV's garden oasis in Utrecht includes a green-roofed convention center

MVRDV has unveiled designs to transform the underutilized area on the west side of Utrecht’s central station into “a garden in the city” with a new, green-roofed Jaarbeurs convention center.

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How to make zero-waste decorations for the holidays

Find out how to make zero-waste decorations and create less trash during the holidays.

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Artist unveils sand-covered traffic jam on Miami beach to protest climate change

Leandro Erlich has unveiled his largest art installation yet — a collection of more than 60 "vehicles" made of sand that are stuck in a traffic jam on Miami Beach.

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Shmas Bangkok Green Link wants to add over 30 miles of greenways to Bangkok

In a bid to reconnect the city to nature and encourage residents to adopt healthier lifestyles, the project links major neighborhoods and transportation nodes with lush linear parks with diverse programming.

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Minimalist home in the Brazilian countryside is made from mining waste

Brazilian architectural firm Gustavo Penna Arquiteto e Associados (GPA&A) has unveiled a tiny, minimalist home with a small stature that conceals a powerhouse of sustainable design.

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Families in China create an eco-community of timber, A-frame cabins

Spanning more than 20 acres in China's Mogan River Valley, Wiki Tribe Park consists of multiple A-framed cabins made out of cross-laminated timber.

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Flowing marine research center inspired by tsunami waves

This proposed marine research center is inspired by tsunamis — inside and out.

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Museum of Plastic pops up at Art Basel Miami

Inhabitat speaks with Lonely Whale executive directory Dune Ives about the Museum of Plastic.

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Impress loved ones with these homemade foods for holiday gifts

Everybody has to eat, and a food gift doesn’t hang around forever, taking up space.

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Study shows how plant-based catering can greatly reduce events' carbon footprints

A recent analysis published by the Center for Biological Diversity’s Catering to the Climate report finds that replacing meat with plant-based menu offerings at conferences, corporate gatherings and holiday parties can greatly reduce the impact of these events.

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Solar-powered Dutch home produces all of its own energy with surplus to spare

The Energy Plant House combines solar panels, passive solar strategies and a highly insulating envelope to achieve its energy-plus goals.

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This durable, recyclable cooler is made from bamboo, wool, steel and aluminum

Called the Wooly Mammoth, this cooler strives to solve the problem of trashed coolers filling landfills, where they remain for generations.

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Luca Curci Architects proposes a self-sustainable Vertical City of the future

Italian architecture firm Luca Curci Architects has unveiled the Vertical City, a futuristic proposal for urban development comprising a series of modular, zero-energy skyscrapers anchored into the ocean floor.

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These DIY backyard saunas are just what you need to stay warm and toasty this winter

Are you dreading the dark, frigid months of winter? A DIY sauna is the cure for those cold-weather blues.

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Historic schoolhouse is reborn into a contemporary hotel in the Columbia River Gorge

Historic preservation meets modern hospitality design in The Society Hotel in the Columbia River Gorge.

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Perkins and Will designs modular, affordable housing for the homeless

In response to the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles, Perkins and Will’s Los Angeles studio has proposed DOME.

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Chic B&B in New South Wales is inside a shed made of upcycled materials

If you are thinking about going down under for a vacation, make sure to check out this beautiful B&B located in a shed in New South Wales.

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Sustainable holiday gift ideas for your friends

Check out this green gift guide to give every friend on your list the gift of sustainability this holiday season.

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Striking, sinuous home outside of So Paulo is inspired by the shape of native pine trees

The Pinhão House boasts a unique, elliptical volume with various levels and a leaf-shaped roof that juts out over a covered swimming pool, which is also integrated into the home's curved shape.

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Cedar Haven is a forest retreat made with reclaimed logs

Blending contemporary design with natural materials, Washington-based residential architecture firm Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture completed a stunning timber home that feels like an extension of its alpine forest environment. Created for a homeowner who wanted a residence that echoed the tranquility of its mountain surroundings, the aptly named Cedar Haven was built mainly from stone and timber—much of which was reclaimed from the site itself. Several salvaged logs and other found objects...

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Olson Kundig designs worlds first Recompose facility for composting human remains

Olson Kundig has unveiled designs for the flagship facility of Recompose, a company that will offer a new and sustainable after-death care service, in which human rains are gently converted into clean soil.

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A family builds an impressive, 300-square-foot tiny home to travel the world

Their custom tiny home on wheels, as functional as it is beautiful, features all of the creature comforts of a contemporary family home.

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Dutch company collects plastic pollution from rivers to make parks and products

Plastic pollution is a worldwide problem, with piles of debris along coastlines, on roadsides, in landfills and floating in waterways. Environmentally conscious companies are looking for ways to clean up the mess while simultaneously seeking out methods to recycle products into other products. One Dutch company, The Recycled Island Foundation (RIF), is tackling both problems with one solution — Litter Traps.

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Patagonias Black Hole Bags are made from recycled plastic bottles

Patagonia is setting the bar for high-quality and sustainable products with its new line of bags made from recycled plastic bottles.

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Students fight urban sprawl with a subdivision for two LEED Platinum houses

In an effort to fight urban sprawl and accommodate the growing population in Lawrence, Kansas, nonprofit Studio 804 has created a subdivision for two sustainable homes to show how urban density can be achieved in established neighborhoods.

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Sigurd Larsen completes a luxurious, treetop hotel cabin in a Danish forest

The tiny treehouse is elevated 26 feet in the air and is accessible by a wooden bridge that leads directly into a stunning, luxurious interior.

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Eco-friendly subscription boxes to gift this holiday season

Giving the gift of a subscription box can provide year-round enjoyment for any recipient.

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Tesla Cybertruck is an electric pickup truck with Blade Runner appeal

Elon Musk has unveiled the Tesla Cybertruck, an impressive, unique and fully electric pickup truck.

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