Art and design are a part of anything we build, but these designers and artists are particularly informed by the natural order and chaos that surrounds us in our daily lives. Some draw on recycled materials while others find meaning in environmental patterns – some are focused on sustainability with a message and others are interested in aesthetics.
These days people are moving out of the suburbs and back into the cities. So what happens to suburbia? These designers have some environmentally friendly ideas.
Add Comment »»There's something primitive about the sophisticated homes designed by Whole Trees Architecture: they use whole, young-growth trees in amazing, beautiful ways.
2 Comments »»Why park our bicycles in full view, at the mercy of the elements and the unscrupulous, when we can bury them in the depths of the earth?
Add Comment »»Afraid of heights? Even the photos of some of these insanely tall towers, lookouts and glass balconies will make your head swim.
4 Comments »»Winter is here: time to shiver in a bleak, nasty cubicle as you wait for your bus? Not so, as these three eco-innovative shelters demonstrate.
2 Comments »»A Halloween tribute to geeks, gamers, and gory flicks. Here are 114 treats, or cool pumpkin art as jack-o-lanterns with intricate carvings from freaky to geeky.
Add Comment »»If you thought plastic drinking straws were only good for one thing, think again. These projects upcyle the single-use item into permanently awesome art.
Add Comment »»Outdoor photos touch our emotions, hearts, and minds. Here are 14 of the best and brightest contemporary outdoor photographers and 37 breathtakingly creative images.
One Comment »»Live plants bring aesthetic and practical benefits to vertical surfaces in the form of vertical gardens, moss graffiti, vine curtains and living walls.
One Comment »»Are we making the most of the creative possibilies of LEDs? Take these four ways of making our lighting wacky yet practical, fun yet functional - and ask yourself, do we really need 'bulb-shaped' bulbs?
One Comment »»The Bottle Village in Simi Valley, California is a recycler's paradise: it's a beautiful landmark made entirely of discarded bottles and other "trash."
2 Comments »»Solar panels still need a huge surface area - so, no good for our favorite modes of personal transportation? These 3 vehicle designs disagree.
2 Comments »»Trying to limit the environmental impact of your kitchen? Here are two designs from the forefront of the kitchen sink eco-revolution.
One Comment »»Landscapes often spark an emotional response and inspire environmental protection instincts. Here are 23 stunning still life photos and stirring landscapes.
One Comment »»Food cans aren't usually seen as beautiful, and they aren't the standard choice for sculpture. But Canstruction uses them to make beautiful things happen.
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