Understanding the Importance of Eco-Friendly Solutions in Public Space Design
Design-wise, times are changing: More and more eco-friendly solutions are being developed & implemented in the sphere of public space design.
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Students and Alumnae Install Mural at the University of Toronto to Call For the Dismantling of Systemic Racism in Design
The “Support Black Designers” mural at the University of Toronto’s Daniels Faculty contributes to a larger discourse on equality.
Mahani Teave and NGO TOKI Rapa Nui: Easter Island’s Youth and Living Heritage
TOKI Rapa Nui is a school of arts and music dedicated to restoring and promoting the broken heritage of Easter Island, and to encouraging its youth to explore and nurture their creativity.
On World Savings Day, GoParity launches a Green Savings Plan
World Savings Day: GoParity launches a four-step Savings Plan, that promises to make the world a better place while increasing its user’s personal income.
Modular Construction: More Efficient, More Environmental
Greater focus on sustainability in recent years has led architects and builders to put the environment in focus with their creations.
How Remote Working Contributes to Energy Conservation
Remote working offers, amongst other benefits, the general sense of satisfaction that one is having a beneficial impact on the environment.
Ideanco Climathon to connect innovators in North America and the Middle East
Ideanco Climathon 2020 is an innovation platform and hackathon to find entrepreneurial ideas for tackling local and global climate challenges
Simple Switch: Ethical Shopping as the New Normal
Sustainable Shopping: New ethical Amazon alternative Simple Switch is raising money to make exploitation obsolete.
Apexgray Launches Eclipse, A Sports Legging Made From Sustainable Polyester
Apexgray’s new sports legging, Eclipse, uses Eco-Circle fabric, a recycled polyester fiber made from used polyester products.
Stitch by Stitch – A Textile Company Supporting Sustainable Cotton Production
Stitch by Stitch: A socially responsible textile brand committed to working with sustainable materials while supporting marginalized communities.
Impact Investing App GoParity Launches First Green Energy Project in Africa
GoParity, an impact investment platform based in Portugal, is now launching its first project in Africa.
What Led These Three Artists to Explore The Diverse World of Sustainable Art
As we all become more aware of the degrading impact we have on our home planet, more artists are stepping up to talk about it.
How to Select the Right Sustainability Certification Program for Your Organization
A Guide to Sustainability Certification: 8 Criteria that will help you to Select the Right Sustainability Certification Program for Your Organization.
Thinking Huts Launches First ‘Building Minds Project’ in Madagascar
Thinking Huts, an innovator in humanitarian technology, aims to provide quality education infrastructure faster, at a lower cost, and with decreased waste.
Are Biofuels Our Future?
Biofuels are a hot topic amongst those in the know at the moment, especially as they offer a more sustainable and carbon-neutral alternative to traditional fuels.
Uneako: An Innovative Approach to Pollution and Poverty
Pollution and poverty—two critical issues, affecting people the world over, that Uneako founders Ankit and Atul Tripathi are taking steps to address.
Covid 19 Will Drive SMEs to Sustainability Certification
A press release by Edenark Group: Covid 19 has the capacity to drive SMEs (Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises) to Sustainability Certification
How to Choose the Best Saw for DIY
Few things can match the joy of working with materials like wood and creating something to fill your needs with your very own hands. But when it comes to the cut, just what type of saw do you need? This simple guide will help.
Infographic: Does Your Home Get Enough Natural Light?
Exposure to natural light is so important. Especially now, when many of us find ourselves spending most of our time in our homes due to the current global health crisis.
To Mask or Not to Mask
To mask or not to mask, that is the question, or at least one of them, that all of the people who are not desert island hermits are asking themselves today.
What Does Sustainability in Interior Design Really Mean?
In recent years, concerns over consumer behaviour have compelled interior designers and home decor brands to consider how their work will impact the world.
ECOncrete: Sustainable Development For Battered Coastlines Revives Marine Life
Concrete coastlines are not only unsightly, they are also frequently an environmental hazard, but a group of forward-thinking ecologists is working to change that.
Do We Really Need to Buy New Furniture? Your Simple Guide to Upcycling Using Chalk Paint
This guide will show you how to upcycle your furniture using 3 easy chalk paint techniques [blending, frottage and gilding] to create a textured, aged look.
A Super Simple Knitted Owl Hat
A quick and easy hat for the novice or experienced knitter. Perfect for cold nights, for lovers of homemade creations, and for lovers of owls.
The Naked Truth About Natural Interiors
Give the interior of your home a boost by creating an eco-friendly environment: nature-inspired hues, earthy textures, and natural fiber furnishings.
Why I Shoot Windows
For some reason I can’t precisely define, photographs of windows are evocative—sometimes calming, sometimes unsettling—but nearly always intriguing.
Lily
This portrait, translated from an old photograph into a painting by Varla Bishop, shows us an image of happiness in spite of poverty.