Sustainable Design

**Cultivate Your Urban Oasis with "Urban Harvest" – The Essential Guide to Balcony Greenhousing** Transform your balcony into a flourishing greenhouse! "Urban Harvest" is the definitive guide to mastering the art of small-space gardening, designed for those eager to embrace sustainability and autonomy in the heart of the city. This comprehensive eBook unveils the secrets to creating and maintaining your own personal oasis, even in the most compact urban environments. Dive into our opening chapter where we unwrap the marvels of balcony greenhouses, revealing how they can offer fresh ...

Get ready to delve into the world of naturalist gardening with "Rooted in Nature," an insightful eBook designed to guide you through the art of creating a garden that is one with the natural world. Embrace the knowledge within that shatters the glass barrier between man and nature, creating a harmonious symbiosis to the benefit of both. Walk through the basics of a naturalist garden in the first chapter, broadening your understanding of the philosophy and components that go into this distinct genre of gardening. Learn to see your space from a new perspective as we guide you through ...

Step into the rich and tactile world of leather crafting with "Crafting with Tanned Hides," the ultimate guide for hobbyists and professionals alike who are passionate about transforming this timeless material into stunning, handcrafted pieces. Whether it's a soft, supple leather pillow or a robust storage bin, this extensive compendium opens the door to a treasure trove of projects that will not only enhance your living space but also ignite your creative spirit. Dive into the fascinating realm where artistry meets tradition, as this comprehensive guide eases you into the leather crafting ...

Frugal Value contests the notion that companies can rise to the great challenges of our time by adopting so-called "sustainable business" practices. Instead, the acute ecological crisis requires an all-round rethink of what business does and how it does it. This book explores what business responsibility looks like today and how it could be put into practice through far-reaching changes to companies, ranging from new approaches to product design and business models to reconfiguration of operations and innovative ownership structures.

Simple, practical advice on how to design your home for health and happiness. Create a healthy, happy home with 100 design ideas to support your physical and mental wellbeing. Using the latest evidence and research in wellbeing and Biophilic Design, learn how to transform every space in your home to create a restorative and nurturing environment. Discover the many benefits of connecting to nature, maximising natural light, improving air quality and the right way to add colour, texture and pattern to create spaces that improve relaxation, recuperation, social connections and sleep.

Discover the secrets to creating luxurious, eco-friendly bamboo pajamas and turning your handmade creations into a profitable business! This comprehensive guide is perfect for aspiring fashion entrepreneurs, sewing enthusiasts, or anyone looking to start a sustainable brand from the comfort of home.

Anleitung für eine bessere Welt: Grün gewinnt. Marie Nasemann ist heute die wichtigste Botschafterin für faire Mode in Deutschland. Über ihren Blog und Social Media schärft das Model das Bewusstsein einer ganzen Generation für grüne Themen. Nachhaltig leben, damit unsere Kinder und Enkel auch noch über diesen Planeten laufen können, das wünschen wir uns doch alle! Aber geht das so einfach? Marie Nasemann erzählt anhand vieler persönlicher Geschichten, wie sie versucht ihren eigenen grünen Kompromiss zu leben.

What are tiny houses and why do they seem to be so popular nowadays? By definition, tiny houses are houses that do not exceed 400 square feet in terms of livable space. This is very small when compared to a typical American home which is upwards of 2,600 square feet at the very minimum. This recent shift in housing preference has taken the world by storm. Nowadays you have tiny houses, tiny communities, tiny living and other space minimizing ideas and there doesn't seem to be any end to this “trend”.

If you, or a friend, are in the market for a pool this season, this guide is for you. This easy-to-read concrete pool buyers' guide will help answer the five most-often asked questions from prospective buyers of pools: 1. How do I choose my pool builder/designer? 2. What kind of pool should I buy? 3. How do you build a concrete pool? 4. What features should I consider? 5. How do I know if it’s a fair price? The information in this book will answer those questions and give buyers peace of mind when they consider buying a pool. Written by The Water's Edge Pool Design and Landscaping team, ...