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4 Eco Friendly Shed Ideas for a More Sustainable Backyard

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What better place to build green than in your garden? Check out these four eco friendly shed ideas to compliment your eco friendly yard. When Devin started constructing our rather large garden shed from reclaimed materials I have to admit

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5 Reasons to Consider Composite Cladding for Your Sustainable Home

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Looking to learn more about composite cladding and all of its benefits? From sustainability to maintenance and everything in between, here are five things to consider when choosing composite siding for your home. We had to make a lot of

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Canada’s 7 Most Sustainable Cities: Which City is the Greenest?

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Learn more about Canada’s seven most sustainable cities, including eco-friendly initiatives and how they’re leading the way in green living. Whether you’re a fellow Canadian, you’re thinking of moving or visiting here, or you just really love reading about all

larissaswayze February 29, 2024April 10, 2024 Sustainable Living 2 Comments Read more

5 Ways to Level Up the Energy Efficiency of Prefab Steel Buildings

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Interested in learning more about prefabricated steel buildings and how to boost their energy efficiency? Here are five ways! When it was time to construct an outbuilding to accompany Our House in the Trees, there was no question in our

larissaswayze January 4, 2024May 20, 2025 Sustainable Design 1 Comment Read more

5 Unique Earth Tones Color Palettes for a Stylish, Nature-Inspired Home

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Earth tones are the perfect way to create a warm, stylish interior space that is cozy, nature-inspired – and uniquely you! First, let’s clear up what colors are earth tones and why you’d even want to incorporate them into your

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How Does Wind Energy Work + Building Durable Wind Turbines

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So you’ve heard of wind power and now you’re wondering, “but how does wind energy work?” The answer is actually pretty simple! Did you know that every June 15 the world celebrates Global Wind Day? I only recently found this

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30+ Green Housing Materials Explained: The Ultimate Guide to Eco-Friendly Building

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Looking for green housing materials to up your home’s eco factor? You’ve come to the right place! Here are over 30 green building options to incorporate into your upcoming construction and renovation projects. The world of sustainable house materials is

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6 Places to Find Affordable (Or Free!) Reclaimed Building Materials

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Building a home? Who says all the building materials have to be brand new? Reclaimed building materials are a much more sustainable option and can often save you money. Plus, reclaimed materials and fixtures can add a level of character to

larissaswayze April 5, 2022February 11, 2025 Sustainable Design 4 Comments Read more

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Pick Paint Colors for Your Home

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Trying to figure out how to pick paint colors for your home and feeling a little overwhelmed by all the choices? This step-by-step guide walks you through the entire process. So you can feel confident that you’re going to love

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