Sustainability Month
Sustainable Build of the Week:
Designed by: Natalia Pierce | Detail by Design
Location: Ottawa, ON
Sustainability is more than about the materials selected—it’s about how the space fits the end user, and how the design can support them for years to come. Quality, locally sourced materials (cabinets), add to the overall sustainability, as do ethically manufactured products (countertops).
What We’re Reading
Smart homes are getting smarter—not just in technology, but also in sustainability.
An increasing interest in sustainable design and environmentally friendly products extends to a range of products in the kitchen, bath, and beyond.
Australian brand Tiny Solar Homes has designed the Wanda, a single-level home that can host up to four people.
There are a lot of things to consider when making your home more eco-friendly. Your roof is one of them. Metal roofing is an eco-friendly alternative for homeowners interested in reducing their environmental impact without sacrificing energy efficiency.
EPA’s annual Fix a Leak Week ran from March 17 through 23—but remember that you can find and fix leaks inside and outside your home to save valuable water and money all year long.
A tiny house could offer a big solution to climate change and housing shortages.
