Off grid living has grown in popularity in recent years, more and more people are opting out of the conventional style of living to live or more laid back, eco-friendly way of life. When you choose to live off-grid, you have no access to mainstream electricity therefore, you need to …
Windows are essential parts of the home that need attention just like every other part. Installing glass windows not only updates the look of our homes to be in synchrony with current trends, but it also offers the home numerous benefits. Glass windows will brighten up any space as a …
If you are a homeowner, then you will know just how expensive running a household can be – particularly if you have a large family. The good news is that with a little bit of planning, there are many ways you can cut your living and household running costs. Even …
Ever heard the expression, “time is money?” Well, after reading this article, you’ll know that “energy is money” is a more accurate expression in today’s eco-conscious world. Saving energy and saving money go hand-in-hand nowadays. If you need a reason to give your house a green makeover, just take a …
It’s up to every one of us to play a part in protecting our planet, and what better place to start than on our own doorstep. Making adjustments to how you live day to day can do wonders in terms of reducing your carbon footprint, so it’s worthwhile finding out …
In 2008, when Andree Zaleska and Ken Ward purchased a rundown house on the corner of Catherine and Bourne Streets, little did they know that they would be able to turn it around into a fine example of energy efficiency. Very few would have believed until they saw for themselves …
The year 2014 is still trudging through the first part of May, and the yearly event of spring cleaning is surely upon many of us. Now dabbling with drapes and cleaning your carpets is simple enough to manage. But we should also give our attention to those ‘behind the scenes’ …
Compact houses have gone beyond the confines of just posing as spatially efficient residences in urban areas. There is a certain degree of innovation that goes into both planning and constructing such projects, which do allude to their special architectural significance. So, let us check out 8 such compact housing …
At last year’s CES, MPOWERD dazzled the electronic world with their innovative Luci inflatable solar lantern, which was envisaged as a low-cost yet rechargeable LED light. And, now the company has decided to go beyond the bounds of practicality with something more extravagant. The result is the Luci Aura, another …
As human beings, we should showcase our own smartness and common sense in some relevant domestic situations – like saving our electricity and utility bills. As it turns out, the ‘saving’ part is actually is pretty easy to achieve with simple actions that wouldn’t really affect your day-to-day activities. So, …
