What is good design? Iconic works of architecture and technology, such as Frank Lloyd Wright’s homes or an iPhone might come to mind first, but when it comes down to it, nothing can beat the evolutionary process of nature that has been refined for millennia. In nature, energy … [Read more...] about These circular eco-friendly companies are inspired by nature
Sustainable Design
Sustainable aircraft design helps to reduce fuel consumption by 70%
The moniker “frequent flyer” used to evoke a certain sense of luxury and adventure, but these days as humanity strives for sustainability, the label provokes unfavorable thoughts of fossil fuels and carbon emissions. Pressured by the escalating climate crisis, the commercial … [Read more...] about Sustainable aircraft design helps to reduce fuel consumption by 70%
Rekstur’s innovative home design can adapt to rising and falling sea levels
Rising sea levels are another symptom of human-induced climate change that we must contend with. New York City-based architecture firm Rekstur, recognizing that rising sea levels put homes on the coast at risk, has designed a floating container home that can adapt to the rising … [Read more...] about Rekstur’s innovative home design can adapt to rising and falling sea levels
Fixing Fashion reduces textile waste with consumer education
Dutch designer Dave Hakkens has launched a new sustainable fashion collection, but he doesn’t want you to buy any of it. Instead, he uses this line to illustrate the different techniques he teaches users on Fixing Fashion, a platform that features instructions and video tutorials … [Read more...] about Fixing Fashion reduces textile waste with consumer education
This zero-emissions school sets the bar for sustainable design
What better way to teach future generations about the importance of sustainability than by integrating it within the very own institutions responsible for their education? That's exactly what a team of architects aimed to achieve by putting sustainability front and center when … [Read more...] about This zero-emissions school sets the bar for sustainable design
