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All In One: Tent and Sleeping Bag Inspired by Spacesuits

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Is going on adventures one of the coolest things you love to do? Then really get the most out of the experience and don’t worry about the equipment you have to take with you. Of course you should remember to pack some important items, but from now on, don’t stress about bulky camping gear anymore. Because the all-in-one camping gear is your solution! The Polarmond company has developed a tent that Continue reading “All In One: Tent and Sleeping Bag Inspired by Spacesuits” »

Casa Chontay in Peru: A habitat in harmony with the surrounding tones of nature

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This home from Peru is absolutely amazing. Impressing with its complexity and fine care for detail, the Casa Chontay will become your favorite shortly. Designed by Marina Vella Arquitectos, the residence is not only a beautiful but also a sustainable building. The use of natural materials is present throughout the two independent volumes. One other thing is the fact that they’re both encircled by vegetation, Continue reading “Casa Chontay in Peru: A habitat in harmony with the surrounding tones of nature” »

DIY Project: How To Make LEGO Pencil Holder

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Keeping small things organized is really hard and a real challenge for most of us. But solving this matter is so easy, as all you need is the perfect organizer. If you are looking to organize your kid’s pencils, this tutorial will come in handy. You create an awesome pencil holder out of Lego pieces which won’t only help you in the battle for keeping things in order, but will also look very cool. Continue reading “DIY Project: How To Make LEGO Pencil Holder” »

Share if You Think Every School Should Have a Year-Round Gardening Program!

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Gardening is an art form you get to love especially if you encounter it when you’re little. That’s what the school featured on this webpage does. The Waldorf School of Cape Cod has started a gardening program for its pupils which should be the stuff of inspiration for everyone. The 24 x 48 feet hoop house is the central point of the whole thing. Here, the children, together with the grown-ups plant and harvest carrots, spinach, kale Continue reading “Share if You Think Every School Should Have a Year-Round Gardening Program!” »

10 Smart Hidden Storage Solutions You’ll Wish You Had at Home

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At one point, we all have struggles with finding optimal storage space in our homes. If or – better said – when you find yourself in this kind of situation, the best thing is to have some options available. Like these 10 clever solutions we shared with you. They aren’t science-fiction or even expensive trends, but clear solutions available to replicate at any time. A slide-out bathroom drawer that has the role of styling station, Continue reading “10 Smart Hidden Storage Solutions You’ll Wish You Had at Home” »

POD Tents: Modular Camping System

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Is going camping your favorite hobby? Then this next equipment will definitely be to your liking. Heck, you and your friends are going to love this connectable modular pod tents! POD Tents, as it is called, will allow you to build a social community composed of tents. What’s great about this system is its adaptability. You can choose between a large version (8-person Maxi) or a smaller one Continue reading “POD Tents: Modular Camping System” »

The Hunting Lodge by Snohetta, Norway

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Norway is best known about its beautiful landscapes and breathtaking scenery. Spotted among its amazing mountains, the Hunting Lodge designed by Snohetta fits in perfectly, without creating a disruption in the landscape. The home is located near the Akrafjorden Fjord and looks as if it were a part of the scene. The moss-covered top of the lodge completes the image, by creating a perfectly integrated shape which harmonizes, Continue reading “The Hunting Lodge by Snohetta, Norway” »

Garden Igloo designed both as a winter garden and a summer canopy

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Having a garden is such a big advantage, as it is an extra space that can be organized in any way you desire. If you want to create an intimate and protected space in your garden, here’s a stunning idea. This beautiful canopy is called Garden Igloo and it is a transparent, canopy-like structure that helps you create a very private and welcoming space in your garden. The transparent and dome shape of the igloo, lets you see the entire scenery surrounding you and even go out in the night and watch the stars. The Garden Igloo is seven foot tall and has a sustaining frame, Continue reading “Garden Igloo designed both as a winter garden and a summer canopy” »

University of Michigan student fed up with $800-a-month rent on campus builds his own tiny house and uses solar power and compost toilet to live off the grid – and saves himself $6,000

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Desperate times call for desperate measures, but sometimes these measures may prove to be pure gold and turn into great ideas. This is exactly what happened when this Michigan student who was buried in depth, built his own off-the-grid tiny home. Living in a campus is part of a student’s life, but can be really expensive as it may be even more than $800 a month. Christopher Cerk, who studies at Michigan University Continue reading “University of Michigan student fed up with $800-a-month rent on campus builds his own tiny house and uses solar power and compost toilet to live off the grid – and saves himself $6,000” »


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