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The term “eco-friendly” is on a lot of people’s minds these days. Eco, of course, is short for ecology. When you use eco-friendly to talk about your domicile, what you usually mean is you’re taking simple steps to reduce energy consumption and lessen your carbon footprint. This is a great thing to do whenever you can […]

Choosing to remodel or renovate your home instead of building another house with scratch is one of the most incredible choices you will make to make an impact on your community and those around you positively. Traditionally, remodeling means making changes in the existing structure of the house to upscale it. On the other hand, […]

If you have just moved into a new condo, the little things you do can help preserve the air, reduce landfill waste, and protect our natural landscape. A green living is one that makes efficient use of resources and energy with minimal impact on the environment. Being environmentally conscious will not only help you contribute […]

Are you thinking about selling your house in the near future? If your answer is yes, then you’ve come to the right place! Getting the best deal is not an easy thing to do, but there are some effective ways to increase the value of your property. You need to remember, though, that not every […]

Looking to go green in your bathroom? You can have a green bathroom with these easy ways to save water and energy. Your shower, your toilet, and your sink can all be eco-bathroom fixtures. You’ll lower your water and electric bills, too, with these green bathroom ideas. The Green Bathroom: A Royal Flush Toilets use more […]

A material used in medieval times and which is now being rediscovered: bamboo is environmentally friendly and has amazing properties that make this wonderland plant perfect for the houses of the future. The bamboo is a plant that has a spontaneous and incredibly fast growth (even 1m per day) and that has the resistance to traction comparable to that of […]

With greater awareness of a greener lifestyle, many of us are looking to reduce our environmental impact when it comes to cleaning our home. And that means replacing harsh chemical cleaners with natural, planet-safe alternatives. But does making the switch mean a reduction in cleaning effectiveness or can you be eco-friendly while saving money at […]

This is the season for cool weather and high heating bills. During winter, our home heaters keep us comfortable and warm, but they can also cost us a lot. Did you know that space heating can make up 45% of your energy bill? Your wallet doesn’t have to suffer this winter season. If you prepare your […]

Bats are our allies. The presence of these small flying mammals indicates that the environment in which we live is safe. To protect them an house to defend them has been built. We are talking about the “Bat-Box”: let’s find out together the importance of this innovation. The Bat-Box is the ecological house which has […]

Some children dream to become a good doctor or an astronaut, someone wants to get married or to travel the world. Vilson dreamed to build a stone house, where he could live in total connection with nature. He got the chance to realize what he wanted, after working and travelling a lot. He made it […]