Powerlight, Inc. is a lead designer, manufacturer and installer of photovoltaic integrated building systems - in other words, they deal in solar energy. Fittingly, when Leger Wanaselja Architecture was hired to complete Powerlight’s office space, they went solar. This may be one of the best looking office spaces I’ve ever seen; take […]
From time to time we do have an offbeat emergency. Usually it involves me not being able to sleep until I post something amazing. Today’s emergency comes smack in the middle of the day which is new. I’m in the middle of building a monster city with my son but I took a break to […]
Rockhill and Associates aren’t an entirely sustainable architectural business but they do incorporate green touches that stand out in their unique structures. They play heavy with how nature and landscape can be utilized with their structures which I like a lot.
Here are some of my favorites; for more information on the eco-incorporations of each project […]
Eco-architecture and architects comes in many levels and flavors. From easy green to extreme but every bit counts. Here are some beautiful (and cool) green structures. To learn more simply click on the links.
DeBoer Architects — the Gatehouse
One World Design — the Drew Residence (I love this home)
San Luis Sustainability Group — The first […]
So, lame me; I’m a day or so late in reporting this but for some reason I thought the post I read about this project at CNET said that the WIRED installation was happening next week. I was so excited and then later felt this sinking sensation that I had speed read too quickly. […]
In case you haven’t heard, West Coast Green is coming on full force this year.
West Coast Green, the largest residential green building conference in America recently released it’s full line-up of presenters and exhibits for this year’s show taking place on September 20-22, 2007. The show, which will be held in San Francisco, has two […]
That’s right; it’s road trip time. In just a few short weeks it’s time for the annual Taos Solar Music Festival. From the TSMF homepage:
“Come experience good music, interactive alternative energy displays and exquisite views at the 9th Annual Taos Solar Music Festival in Kit Carson Park in downtown Taos, New Mexico. Taos is […]
[photo via Treehugger & Ted Owens]
Straw bale homes have been receiving a lot of attention. With promises of high insulation values, low energy cost, and the comfort of using renewable materials. All of this positive promotion is good, it highlighting an alternative method of construction, but I also feel a need to point out the […]
The unique, odd and freaky homes of today and tomorrow.
Written by Jennifer Chait [email] for b5media.
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