Sustainable Homes35 Stories
ArchitectureEco-Smart: The 5 Principles of Passivhaus Design
Want a home that offers year-round comfort without the huge power bills? That's what Passivhaus is all about
Full StoryGardeningOdour-Free Composting Made Easy
Think composting is too smelly and unappealing? Think again. Here are some tips for simple, odour-free composting
Full StorySustainable HomesCan Affordable Housing Be Designed to Support Our Wellbeing?
Nature, sustainability and mental health are the key drivers behind the designs of these new UK housing estates
Full StorySustainable IdeasKevin McCloud Shares Surprisingly Simple Eco-Home Solutions
Kevin McCloud caught up with Houzz to talk sustainable design, eco materials and how to be green on a budget
Full StorySustainable IdeasAre Rammed-Earth Walls the Next Big Thing?
Rammed earth has natural warmth and beauty, plus the benefits of sustainability, durability and fire-resistance
Full StorySustainable IdeasCan I Have a Lawn-Free Garden That’s Kind to the Environment?
Try these tips to help you plan a garden without grass that’s still leafy, lush and eco-friendly
Full StoryEco LivingGoing Green: The 7 Best Eco-Friendly Building Materials
Going green with your new build? Here are the seven most popular, eco-friendly building materials you need to know about
Full StorySustainable HomesStay Cool: 6 Ways to Boost Natural Ventilation in Your Home
Keep your house comfortable, your bank balance in check and look after the environment while you're at it
Full StorySustainable HomesClever Thinking: 7 Small Changes That Can Greatly Reduce Landfill
When it comes to creating a greener world, it's the little habits at home that can make a big difference
Full StorySustainable HomesEco Houzz Tour: Sustainability Lessons Lived and Learned
An old Melbourne worker's cottage showcases the best new trends in design, technology and sustainability
Full StoryArchitectureRenovation Insight: How to Choose a Sustainable Architect
Thinking of going green? Three experts share their advice on finding and choosing a sustainable architect for your build
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