The source of toxins in paints and finishes is a variety of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which, until recently, were essential to the performance of the paint. New environmental regulations, and ...

A remodeled home is inherently sustainable because you're minizing your use of new materials and taking advantage of existing infrastructure. Imagine you live in your green dream home. It’s extremely ...

What is passive solar energy, and how can passive solar be incorporated into energy efficient home designs? A natural builder shares tips on building an energy-efficient home. To me, the art of ...

If you thought green home design was big in 2007, wait until you see 2008. And say hello to warmer colors, goodbye to too-cool-for-school minimalism. Here's what a sample of interior designers and ...

The U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is the most widely recognized green building certification in the U.S., followed by the Environmental Protection ...

Home trends are driven by ever-developing technology, changing demographics, and increasing interest in healthy and sustainable living. “Green” has been one of the fastest growing trends for new homes ...

For those looking to combine green living with productivity, designing an eco-friendly home office has become a priority, says Persimmon Design founder Anu Kurup. Working from home has become the norm ...

If you thought green home design was big in 2007, wait until you see 2008. And say hello to warmer colors, goodbye to too-cool-for-school minimalism. Here's what a sample of interior designers and ...

Sustainability is not a trend it’s a movement that’s changing the way we live, furnish, and design our homes. And it’s in the spotlight this year with the green home design trend leading the charge on ...