Thursday, October 31, 2019

This mountain-biking getaway is an energy-efficient base for adventure in Tasmania

Australia’s new mountain bike trails in northeast Tasmania are now more accessible than ever thanks to Dales of Derby, a contemporary, purpose-built group housing that is the perfect base for adventure.

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/this-mountain-biking-getaway-is-an-energy-efficient-base-for-adventure-in-tasmania
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Learn about polar bears during a free virtual field trip to the Arctic Tundra this November

Students from K-12 and teachers everywhere are welcome to virtually observe the polar bears of Canada’s Hudson Bay in their natural habitat.

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/learn-about-polar-bears-during-a-free-virtual-field-trip-to-the-arctic-tundra-this-november
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Climate change heightens Californias drought and wildfire risks

Global warming and climate change are to blame for creating the strong winds and low humidity that are currently turning California into a tinderbox.

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/climate-change-heightens-californias-drought-and-wildfire-risks
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LEED-certified 'Cocoon House' has colored skylights that create rainbows inside the home

The Hamptons have long been known as a summertime haven for busy New Yorkers, and one architect has created a personal retreat that pays homage to the region's vernacular in a very unique way.

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/leed-certified-cocoon-house-has-colored-skylights-that-create-rainbows-inside-the-home
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Prefab alpine shelter boasts phenomenal views and a small footprint

On the border between Italy and France, a new alpine shelter with breathtaking views has been gently placed atop a remote landscape. Paolo Carradini and his family tapped Michele Versaci and Andrea Cassi to craft an all-black mountain hut to honor the memory of their son, Matteo, a passionate mountaineer. Named the Bivacco Matteo Corradini, the sculptural dwelling was prefabricated off-site in modules, transported by helicopter, and reassembled on the construction site to minimize site impact.  Located...

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/prefab-alpine-shelter-boasts-phenomenal-views-and-a-small-footprint
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Wednesday, October 30, 2019

This durable luggage is made with replaceable and recycled materials

Introducing PHOENX, a modular luggage brand with a focus on sustainability through its use of recycled and regenerative materials.

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/this-durable-luggage-is-made-with-replaceable-and-recycled-materials
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Tesla revives its clean energy business with new version of its solar roof tiles

Tesla’s newly released version of solar roof tiles is promising to be a better green energy alternative.

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/tesla-revives-its-clean-energy-business-with-new-version-of-its-solar-roof-tiles
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