Reclaimed. Repurposed. Recycled. However you re-name it, old wood is in high-demand. And for good reason — it’s an economical, sustainable and soulful alternative to fresh-sawn lumber. I rec...
Permeable pavers help improve the quality of water, reduce pollution and the impact on local storm water and sewage systems, while still providing a solid and sturdy surface, sometimes even suitable...
While we don't know if we'd be able to spend the whole day standing at our desks, we do like John Knox's vision. His entire desk is made of salvaged wood he's found laying around on the streets, and ...
This isn't the first time we've mentioned the work of Austin's two dumpster diving designers behind the furniture company Ref-use. They're known for their environmentally-friendly practices, and now ...
What is expected to be one of the most energy-efficient homes in Boston began as the workshop for an 1850's gunsmith. Abandoned since 1980, the building was initially destined to be renovated into a...
We've seen a lot of furniture made from salvaged materials and while we're nowhere near tired of it, London-based Rupert Blanchard's handmade pieces certainly stand out from the crowd....
We thought bricks were pretty green to begin with thanks to their durability, but here's an even greener (and just as durable) option: Pozzotive Plus bricks are made from a mixture of recycled glass g...
We just got a great tip about a new DIY on Instructables. This wood scrap table was made completely of salvaged wood rescued from decaying buildings in and around Hale County, Alabama. It was comm...
After renovating most of my own home, there are certainly some things I'd recommend doing myself, and somethings that are better left to the pros. The renovator of a 1920's bungalow in L.A. recently...
There is nothing more frustrating than gutters that are clogged during the fall and then ice-damaged during the winter. It's bad for your house and a nuisance to repair. RainTube, one of Sustainable...
A few years ago we accompanied our mechanic on a trip to an auto graveyard — row upon endless row of old cars scavenged for their parts, with more cars on flatbeds waiting to be squeezed in be...
Spencer Peterman turns fallen, rotting trees into beautiful bowls that can stretch far beyond the kitchen. These natural beauties, filled with something colorful, could be used as permanent centerp...
Concrete is one of those materials that is associated with green building (countertops, home construction, etc.), but it does take a large amount of energy to produce. However, its durability makes ...
This small retreat is nestled in the fire prone Hills of Los Angeles and was designed to be both fire resistant and reasonably low impact. The 700-square-foot residence is designed with modern detai...
Every day we pass a local hardware store on our bike ride home, and in the corner of their parking lot, next to the street, sits a pile of shipping pallets. The pile slowly dwindles throughout the w...
Are you thinking about building a solar powered and water-efficient home? Then you might want to get yourself to Washington, D.C. next month and check out The Solar Decathlon, a Department of Energ...
Fortis Arbor Wood Mosaics, produced by Flux Studios, are tiles made from sustainably harvested and sourced bamboo, teak and rosewood. Partnering with a small furniture company, the wood is taken fro...
Okay, we’ve finally decided to do it – get a bench made for the landing strip. We’ve been thinking about it for over a year, and have started the process to work with Green Sawn to make a cust...
Title: Reclaimed wood table and bench Name: Ted Gore Time: 2 weekends Cost: approx $75 for wood, $200 for legs (depends on the legs you get), $10-15 for hardware This project is a bit bigger th...
If you’re looking to replace or upgrade your existing siding, cement fiberboard is a great material to consider. Less maintenance than wood, more durable than vinyl (and less toxic) and guaranteed...
With last month's New York Times article touting the benefits of cool roofs, Energy Secretary Steven Chu promoting them, and Energy Star now offering tax credits for having them, we think it's about...
Reclaimed wood is a sustainable, beautiful material. And it can be used in modern residential applications to add a feeling of warmth and age. Here, we share a few modern homes from the portfolios o...
I was impressed to learn that these "barrel-style" roof tiles pictured above actually contain photovoltaic cells that generate electricity. They're constructed from a light-weight performance polyme...
Engineered flooring has gotten a bad rap because of its thin veneer counterparts, but FSC-certified EcoTimber flooring is out to change that misconception with its 3.6mm wear layer, providing enough...
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