Sustainability
30 articles
Sustainable home organization tips for eco-friendly living
Many people believe decluttering inherently leads to more sustainable living.
What are smart home energy management systems and their benefits?
A simple reengineering of lighting loads alone can save up to 4.
Sustainable fall gardening nourishes pollinators & enriches soil.
Instead of raking leaves to the curb, savvy gardeners shred them to create nutrient-rich compost, feeding their soil for months.
France's Ornamental Horticulture Market Sees E-commerce Surge Amid Sustainability Push
Over 60% of French ornamental plant purchases are now influenced by online research, shifting consumer behavior, according to a Consumer Survey 2023.
What is a Smart Home Energy Management System and How Does it Work?
Christian Doczekal's home cools itself during the summer using over 91% of the energy generated from his solar panels, showcasing the silent power of a Home Energy Management System (HEMS).
Fall tasks transform gardens with sustainable techniques
At the Horniman Museum and Gardens, 25 tonnes of waste concrete aggregate have been transformed into a thriving xerophyte landscape, challenging conventional garden creation.
Sustainable Teak Sourcing Is Changing 2026 Garden Furniture: Where Chairs and Tables Stands
As 2026 approaches, the UK garden furniture market is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by a growing consumer demand for sustainability and durability. Homeowners are no longer just buying tables and chairs…
Community initiatives shaping 2027 garden design trends
A 7-foot-high, 300-pound pollinator sculpture now stands in Sharpsburg Community Garden, a tangible example of how emerging garden design trends are taking root at the local level.
Why Biophilic Design is a Growing Trend for Well-being
Specific biophilic design choices now embrace weathered metal for a 'fall ocean' archetype or charcoal gray and suede for a 'winter mountain' retreat.
Suisun City urban gardening project faces engagement challenges
Despite 70% of Suisun City residents initially expressing interest in urban gardening, only 15 out of 100 available plots are consistently maintained.
7 Essential Electric Tools for Professional Landscapers
A new Bainbridge Island-based electric lawn care business, Even Keel, launched this summer and already serves five clients, anticipating future local bans on gas-powered tools.
What Are Smart Home Energy Management Systems and How Do They Work?
Homeowners can slash their energy costs by an astonishing 57.
Sustainable Decluttering vs Aspirational Trends: Why Minimalism Wins
Instead of merely selling unwanted clothes on Vinted or donating them to charity, a truly sustainable approach to decluttering begins with asking: 'Do I really need this?
Fast decor trends are fueling a landfill crisis.
Over 12 million tons of home decor items, equivalent to 26.
How to Conduct a Home Energy Audit for Maximum Savings
Implementing recommended energy efficiency upgrades from a home assessment typically cuts a home’s energy use by 5-30%, according to NYSERDA .
Homeowners: Adopt Climate Resilient Gardening for Drought
In Fort Collins, July was just recorded as the warmest month in the city's history, according to The Coloradoan .
What Are the Benefits of a Home Energy Audit?
Addressing issues identified in a home energy audit can reduce household energy use by up to 30 percent, directly impacting monthly utility bills.
Heirlooms Aren't Clutter: They're the Soul of Your 2026 Minimalist Home.
Reupholstering a single inherited armchair can instantly elevate your living room, making it appear more expensive and distinctly unique.
Vintage & Second-Hand Home Decor Trends See Market Boom
The market for furniture inspired by vintage aesthetics is set for substantial expansion, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.
Designers embrace layered planting for 2026 outdoor shaded healing gardens
Homeowners now achieve deep garden seclusion and natural cooling not with towering fences, but through artful combinations of drought-tolerant plants and subtle screening panels.
CMU Cuts Campus Watering 20% with Sustainable Landscaping
Colorado Mesa University slashed campus watering by 20%, replacing just under one acre of grass with water-efficient landscaping.
Why Biophilic Design is Trending in Built Environments
In 1964, the Phoenix Financial Center pioneered biophilic design with a starburst skylight and a nest-like mezzanine, demonstrating that integrating nature into architecture is not just a modern trend
Why Homeowners Prioritize Sustainability Over Cost in Remodeling
In 2025, 68% of homeowners declared they are willing to pay more for sustainable materials, signaling a seismic shift in the remodeling industry's priorities.
How to Create a Pollinator-Friendly Garden Step-by-Step
A single patch of well-chosen native plants, a few flat stones, and a shallow water dish can transform your backyard into a bustling sanctuary for declining bee and butterfly populations.
Traditional landscaping trends face decline as sustainable alternatives rise.
By 2026, the traditional landscaping market, valued at $105 billion in 2023, is projected to begin shrinking by 8% annually.
Hornbach details long-term strategy to meet rising home improvement demand
Hornbach Group, operating 171 DIY megastores across nine European countries, just linked its EUR 500 million syndicated loan directly to CO2 reduction, product range, and female management targets, ac
Pollinator Gardens: Why Your 'Good Intentions' Aren't Enough for Real Impact
Over 1 million pollinator gardens now dot the American landscape, yet the specific impact of these well-intentioned efforts on biodiversity and community well-being remains largely unmeasured.
IKEA Offers Free Spare Parts for Furniture Repair
Many IKEA customers don't realize they can obtain small spare parts for their furniture completely free of charge, potentially extending the life of their items for years.
Understanding the Impact and Benefits of Mindful Minimalism
Higher levels of 'few belongings' and 'mindful' minimalism directly lower your ecological footprint, according to research from openresearch-repository.
Volunteer plumbers fix homes, but sustainable solutions remain elusive.
In a small, aging home in rural Kentucky, a leaking pipe had forced 72-year-old Martha Jenkins to collect water in buckets for months.