The role of the construction industry in combating climate change is a relatively new consideration, but one that is gaining prominence on sustainability agendas at a global scale. At the recent U.N.

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The next generation of homeowners continues to shift their priorities—and according to a recent RE/MAX study, they're steering away from flashy tech and extravagant amenities. Instead, prospective ...

In the past few decades, eco-friendly and sustainable features within homes have become a necessity. While more people are conscious about where they live and what they consume, many are also ...

This futuristic-looking transportable pod blends the immersive design of an observation lounge with the comfort of an ...

3D printing is undoubtedly one of the most groundbreaking technologies of our times and has a plethora of applications. Now people are also using it to build eco-homes. With a name seemingly inspired ...

For many, the term “energy-efficient” is more likely to conjure images of cars or refrigerators than stunning luxury homes. It’s time for that to change. In honor of Earth Day, we explored a variety ...

A newly constructed contemporary-style “healthy” home in Los Angeles, the first in the city to meet the stringent sustainable building standards of the Passive House Institute US, is being listed ...

Residents at Optima Kierland Center in Scottsdale, Arizona, have access to lush rooftop landscaping and an outdoor Zen garden. Stuck at home on Earth Day? That shouldn’t preclude you from figuring out ...

KNUTSFORD has been chosen for a pioneering £32 million project to create eco homes for the future. The town is one of only three areas in the country selected to create a blueprint to show how ...