Photo by Steveconcerto via flickr
In an upper-class neighborhood of Asheville, NC, the first Hemp House in the U.S. has been built by Plush Designs, putting a whole new perspective on high class living. “We heard that we could have a really great neighborhood party if it ever caught on fire,” jokes Karen Korp with CNN in this video about her and husband Russ Martin’s new home.
Architect, Gary Chang, has found a way to make his small living space in Hong Kong into a versatile, eco-friendly room. In the video below, he shows how he transformed his 330 sq. ft. apartment into a fully functioning home. The TV is in front of the kitchen, guest bed hovers over the bathtub, and bed folds into the wall. Mirrored ceilings keep the place looking spacious, as well as provide alternative, natural light. The intricate 24-suite sliding system he created allows this tiny space various arrangements for living and practical methods for adaptation.
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A Trip to Paris to Steal a Sustainable Idea
After being together for almost 2 and a half years, my boyfriend W and I finally took our first proper holiday together last month. For four wonderful days we went to Paris. We took the Eurostar over (or should that be under?) from London, and stayed in a great little hostel within walking distance of just about everything.
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