Green Home

  Homeowners are increasingly concerned about how climate change will impact their homes. As the planet continues to warm, we see more frequent and severe weather events, such as hurricanes, flooding, wildfires, and extreme heat waves. These events can cause significant damage to homes and property and can even make some homes uninhabitable. How can…

Humans have always been drawn to and inspired by nature. Sitting by a river, listening to the leaves rustle in the trees in your backyard, taking a breath of fresh air – nature has a way of improving our physical and mental health. The biophilic home design embraces the human-nature connection by incorporating natural elements…

  You’re probably familiar with the terms green living, sustainable, and zero waste. Still, you might not know how to go about practicing these habits yourself. Having a sustainable kitchen is a great place to start so that you can live an eco-friendlier lifestyle. It’s estimated that between 30 to 50-percent of the food people…

Insects are a big part of our life and can help us stop global warming, they’re some strategies like having a garden with native species that can help attract bugs, but that’s not the only way they can help reduce the impact of climate change. Bugs are also very nutritious and you can add them…

Indoor plant care is an extremely rewarding hobby and a great way to bring a beautiful, organic aesthetic to your home. The demand for houseplants is soaring with an increase in popularity over recent years. Many millennials call themselves “plant parents” because they care for various plants from the germination stage to full growth. In…

Reducing your carbon footprint and saving energy is a smart way to contribute to a cleaner, greener world. Not to mention, it can help you save on your monthly bills. For those interested in environmentally friendly, sustainable living, the greenhouse home movement is the ultimate project. Swedish architect Bengt Warne developed the first greenhouse home…

With the current environmental situation being as unpredictable as it is, a drought-proof home is a prudent and helpful measure to ensure you’ll have the water you need during a drought. It will also help to reduce your environmental impact and save on utility bills year around. Awareness around drought-proofing has heightened in recent years…

When you first look at all the factors that go into planning, constructing, and utilizing a hydroponic growing system, getting started in hydroponics may seem like an impossible challenge. This is especially true if you are just beginning. However, you’ll be delighted with the results once you bring in your first stunning haul. The size…

One of the great benefits of working from home from your own eco-friendly home office is that it reduces our impact on the environment from traditional office-based work. Office work involves burning fuel to commute and tends to have less sustainable practices regarding the food we consume and our recycling habits.  As more companies transition…