There is an increasing need for change when it comes to living conditions. A real-estate bubble always lurking by and fossil fuels prices as volatile as they are, can get you thinking about living off-the-grid. Meet the most fascinating passive solar earth home there is. The owner, Cody Lundin, is living a unique lifestyle for over 20 years, in which he embraced the natural world and wildness around him. He is an author of books on survival and even founded the Aboriginal Living Skills School in Arizona in 91. The home you see in the pictures is a truly off-the-grid structure. Heat insulated, the 700 Continue reading “Cody Lundin’s Sustainable Home” »
Solar technology isn’t new. James Cameron creates giant solar sunflowers for Malibu school. This project were recently installed on the 22-acre Malibu Canyon campus and are generating roughly 300 kilowatt hours per day, with expectations to offset the non-profit school’s power usage between 75 percent and 90 percent — possibly 100 percent at times — depending on available daylight. Continue reading “Solar Sun Flowers Project” »
You would be surprise to find out how many objects can be turned into a living space or even a house. You already know about grain silos, but did you ever think about a school bus as your next home? This amazing 1998 Thomas Built school bus has been turned into a tiny house. The designers did such a stunning work and this tiny home looks very cozy and welcoming, not to mention awesome-looking from the outside. This tiny bus home can be easily moved from one place to another and the 39 square feet interior is more than sufficient for a family of 3. Continue reading “39 foot Thomas Bus Conversion to RV” »
Gastineau Log Homes designed this beautiful oak log home on wheels that can be your next permanent residence. It’s a spacious 400 square feet construction, suitable for those who need to relocate frequently because of their job. This log home is part of the Log Cabins 2 Go collection, all of which have been built on trailers. The only tricky part is that due to its size (wider than 8’6″), they require a professional to be moved and you will need to hire a specialized company. But until then, you can enjoy the beautiful and cleverly divided interior, with a large living space, Continue reading “400 Sq. Ft. Costum Log Cabin on Wheels” »
A temporary swimming pool is a nice option for anyone who has only some limited space available in their backyard or don’t want to invest in a permanent one. Having a classical swimming pool requires a lot of money for maintenance, so a makeshift swimming pool is a more practical option. The great thing about these types of swimming pools is that they come in many kinds of shapes and sizes. Depending on your skills and the time you want to invest in the building of the pool, you can use a wide variety of materials. The following article features a set of creative and Continue reading “18 Cool Makeshift Pools” »
Transforming your yard or garden shouldn’t involve large amounts of money. All you need to do in order to really beautify your propriety is use a few stones; and some imagination obviously! As you can see from the projects featured in the pictures, there is a whole variety you can implement. From simple footprint arrangements to intricate car statue, you can use any of the DIY projects Continue reading “Use A Few Stones To Create A Beautiful Landscape For Your Yard” »
Spending time in nature is inherent to human nature. We wish to relax surrounded by trees, water and fresh air. But whenever you go, by yourself or with friends, in the middle of nature, you would want to bring some of the benefits of living in civilization. If not the comfort of electricity, than at least a decent meal! The way to achieve the latter is via this awesome campfire cook set. It’s actually a few metal pieces and utensils, but they will make a Continue reading “DIY Campfire Cook Set” »
Here’s an interesting and useful idea. This is a common practice in Third World countries and a very clever money saving idea. You will need an empty plastic soda bottle, water and bleach to make your own solar bulb, providing 55 watts of light. You will find below the list of materials and a video tutorial for this project. If you are planning to go off the grid or just save some extra money, keep this project bookmarked and try it when you have some free time. Continue reading “DIY Solar Water Bulb” »
If you’re looking to add an extension to your house, then the Toulouse pavilion might be exactly what you’re searching for. The pavilion is a fabulous garden building, made out of high quality materials and a great addition to any backyard or garden. The two-floored pavilion can be used as a guesthouse, office or entertainment area, as it has two spacious and fully equipped floors. Continue reading “The Toulouse Pavilion: An Amazing Garden Building” »
