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Our House in the Trees – Episode 5

Our House in the Trees – Episode 5

November 24, 2019November 24, 2019Our House in the Trees, Sustainable Design
Our House in the Trees – Episode 4

Our House in the Trees – Episode 4

October 29, 2019November 8, 2019Our House in the Trees, Sustainable Design
Our House in the Trees – Episode 3

Our House in the Trees – Episode 3

October 6, 2019November 8, 2019Our House in the Trees, Sustainable Design
3 Easy Ways to Go Green Today

3 Easy Ways to Go Green Today

September 6, 2019September 15, 2019Sustainable Living
Our House in the Trees – Episode 2

Our House in the Trees – Episode 2

August 25, 2019September 15, 2019Our House in the Trees, Sustainable Design
5 Handmade Modern Farmhouse Light Fixtures

5 Handmade Modern Farmhouse Light Fixtures

August 6, 2019August 10, 2019Sustainable Design, Sustainable Products
Our House in the Trees – Episode 1

Our House in the Trees – Episode 1

July 21, 2019August 1, 2019Our House in the Trees, Sustainable Design
Simple Ways to Green Your Apartment

Simple Ways to Green Your Apartment

July 10, 2019July 14, 2019Sustainable Living
9 Eco-Friendly Matte Black Bathroom Faucets

9 Eco-Friendly Matte Black Bathroom Faucets

June 26, 2019July 3, 2019Sustainable Design, Sustainable Products
Green This Look: Rustic Industrial Kitchen

Green This Look: Rustic Industrial Kitchen

June 4, 2019July 14, 2019Sustainable Design, Sustainable Products
5 Must-Have Vegan Foods for Beginners

5 Must-Have Vegan Foods for Beginners

May 28, 2019July 22, 2019Sustainable Eating
5 of the Most Energy Efficient Refrigerators

5 of the Most Energy Efficient Refrigerators

May 9, 2019May 21, 2019Sustainable Design, Sustainable Products
DIY Coat Rack from an Antique Header

DIY Coat Rack from an Antique Header

April 30, 2019July 14, 2019Projects, Sustainable Design
5 Tips For Greening Your Next Vacation

5 Tips For Greening Your Next Vacation

April 23, 2019July 22, 2019Sustainable Living
The Environmental Impact of Dirty Laundry

The Environmental Impact of Dirty Laundry

April 9, 2019September 4, 2019Sustainable Living
How to Design an Eco-Friendly Bathroom

How to Design an Eco-Friendly Bathroom

April 2, 2019July 14, 2019Sustainable Design, Sustainable Products
3 Tips For Buying Eco-Friendly Activewear

3 Tips For Buying Eco-Friendly Activewear

March 26, 2019August 31, 2019Sustainable Living
Green This Look: Boho-Minimalist Living Room

Green This Look: Boho-Minimalist Living Room

February 26, 2019June 6, 2019Sustainable Design, Sustainable Products
9 Pieces of Nature-Inspired Jewelry

9 Pieces of Nature-Inspired Jewelry

February 20, 2019February 20, 2019Sustainable Living, Sustainable Products
How to Design an Eco-Friendly Kitchen

How to Design an Eco-Friendly Kitchen

February 12, 2019May 20, 2019Sustainable Design, Sustainable Products
9 of the Healthiest Plant Proteins

9 of the Healthiest Plant Proteins

January 29, 2019January 31, 2019Sustainable Eating
How to Find Land to Build Your Dream Home On + Our House in the Trees Update

How to Find Land to Build Your Dream Home On + Our House in the Trees Update

January 22, 2019July 22, 2019Our House in the Trees, Sustainable Design
The 5 Most Popular Of Houses and Trees Posts of 2018

The 5 Most Popular Of Houses and Trees Posts of 2018

January 13, 2019August 25, 2019Sustainable Living
10 Eco-Friendly Pinterest Trends for 2019

10 Eco-Friendly Pinterest Trends for 2019

January 4, 2019August 25, 2019Sustainable Living
How To Paint a Christmas Tree Sign

How To Paint a Christmas Tree Sign

December 13, 2018July 22, 2019Projects
5 Reasons Why You Should Buy Organic Underwear

5 Reasons Why You Should Buy Organic Underwear

December 4, 2018September 4, 2019Sustainable Living
5 of the Most Innovative Trends in Sustainable Design

5 of the Most Innovative Trends in Sustainable Design

November 27, 2018January 10, 2019Sustainable Design
Eco-Friendly Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Eco-Friendly Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas

November 21, 2018November 22, 2018Sustainable Living, Sustainable Products
5 Current Home Decor Trends That Are Eco-Friendly

5 Current Home Decor Trends That Are Eco-Friendly

November 14, 2018November 15, 2018Sustainable Design
Homemade Tomato Soup in Under 5 Minutes

Homemade Tomato Soup in Under 5 Minutes

November 6, 2018November 6, 2018Sustainable Eating
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  • Here's an update of our eco-friendly house construction process! Complete with LED bulbs, secondhand light fixtures and cork-backed flooring. It's a treehugger's dream come true!Our House in the Trees – Episode 5
  • Want to learn about sustainably-manufactured drywall, zero VOC paint and see some beautiful handmade light fixtures? This eco-friendly house is well on its way to being a happy green home!Our House in the Trees – Episode 4
  • The build of our sustainable home forges onward! Episode three covers the last half of August and includes me fawning over sustainable building materials like our gorgeous steel roof, while also trying to grapple with our decking and siding choices. Plus an appearance from oh-so-fluffy insulation made of recycled content!Our House in the Trees – Episode 3
  • Being green isn't about being perfect. It's about trying to do a little bit better every day. Here are three simple things you can do to get started - right now!3 Easy Ways to Go Green Today
  • Curious about green home design? Follow along as we build our sustainable home to get tips, inspiration - and to join in the fun!Our House in the Trees – Episode 2
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