Live Green, Love Earth, Leave a Legacy
There is no better relief during the boiling hot summer months than going for a dip in a pool; and what could possibly be better than being able to jump into one, as soon as your feet touch the soft grass of your own backyard? However, most people use chlorine to make sure sanitary conditions…
“Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race”, said Herbert George Wells, prolific English writer. Bicycling is a great physical activity, beneficial in so many levels you cannot even imagine. Besides the obvious health benefits, it is a way to enjoy nature on…
Sustainability is the latest buzz word in the world of architecture and construction and this trend is helping to shape skylines across the world in an environmentally friendly fashion. This infographic from Classic Window Replacements explores some of the world’s most efficient buildings. From geothermal heating systems to built-in wind turbines the buildings outlined on…
For many homes with the space to fit them, outdoor pools are the pride and joy of any residence. However, they’re not exactly cheap to run through traditional means. Fortunately, help is at hand with a number of natural or eco-friendly solutions. These tips won’t just keep your bills down, they will help reduce your…
The clothes we wear and the materials they are made of can have a negative impact on the environment and on our health. The plethora of cheap clothing and the constantly fleeting fads are contributing sufficiently to the enormous amount of waste. As a result, many people are turning to sustainable fashion. Don’t imagine uncomfortable…
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Although most people believe renovations to have most to do with aesthetics, this is not always the case. Shortage in resources, financial issues and pollution are the plights of the 21st century, and the proper way of dealing with this problem lies in equipping your home to be more energy-efficient and therefore more earth-friendly, as…
There’s little that will add greater value to your home and provide benefits far beyond the aesthetic than trees. Many of us take these beautiful plants for granted when designing and planning a maintenance routine. However, they improve both individual properties and offer their benefits to the entire community. Below, we’ll talk about how you…
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