There is a lot of demand for micro-apartments, especially in large cities such as New York, Paris and even Kharkov, Ukraine. The firm One Studio recently complete a renovation of one such apartment there, which is tiny, yet still very functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Deltec Homes, high-performance prefabricated homes, introduced their line of homes specifically targeted to do-it-yourselfers. Using the same material and prefabrication method as their custom homes, the DIY Collection consists of predesigned, standardized home packages ready to go straight to production, eliminating design fees and reducing lead time.
From spending less time tidying, to clearing out the clutter, there are a number of reasons to get organised at home. However, saving the planet is probably the last thing on your mind when you start. Although it’s easy to overlook, everything we buy has an impact on the environment.
When considering building and development sustainability, hospitals are a primary candidate. They consume approximately twice as much energy as the traditional office building and produce much more waste. Additionally, promising studies are under way linking improved patient health to more environmentally friendly buildings. (more…)
Los Angeles, CA – May, 2015 – Local software engineer Markus Loeffler today announced a Kickstarter project to help consumers reduce dependency on the electric grid while saving on electric costs. “One Fridge off the Grid” was initially conceived during a power outage caused by severe storms in 2011. (more…)
(Model: Aster, a tiny round home)
Deltec Homes introduces three new models to their line of high performance and net-zero homes, the Renew Collection. The new models include the Aster, an 861-square-foot tiny round home; the Chestnut, an Arts and Crafts-style home; and the Highland, a modern design.
