Hemp. It’s one of those wonders of the world that every generation finds a new use for. Naturally, we don’t advise inhaling, but the many uses of hemp have widened from rope-making and clothing fibers to this newest usage, which has been making quite a splash in the U.K. construction industry. (more…)

In a breakthrough that has been years in the making, Philips has recently unveiled the world’s first LED replacement for the 60-watt light bulb—the most commonly used in households across the country. So what does this mean for the everyday consumer?

Most importantly, it means a hefty 80 percent in energy savings and a significant increase in the life of each individual bulb. The new LED 60-watt bulb can last up to 25 times longer while saving up to 32.6 terawatt hours of electricity across the United States each year. That amount alone is capable of powering the lights of 16.7 million households, or about 14.4 percent of the total number of households in the country. (more…)

As an innovative London designer, it seemed only fitting that Benjamin Garcia Saxe transform his mother’s makeshift Costa Rican home into a spectacular eco-friendly retreat. Made almost entirely out of bamboo, the home fits perfectly into its awesome jungle environment.

Saxe capitalized on the unique look and feel of the bamboo by using it to creating interesting patterns on the walls and ceiling. This also allowed for ample ventilation to make lounging comfortable. (more…)