Consider eco-friendly home upgrades like using natural materials. Image from Carpetright If you have been thinking more about the planet and the impact that humans have on it recently, then you might be thinking about what you can do to make a difference, no matter how small. Well, one of the best places to start, is actually with your home. Switching up your decor and making a few changes to the appliances in your home, can actually make a huge difference to your carbon footprint. Below are some of the best ways to make eco-friendly home upgrades right now. 1.…
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How Sustainable Window Coverings Enhance The Aesthetic Of Your Home With natural and organic textures, colors, and patterns, sustainable window coverings add warmth and character to your home. They create a cozy and inviting ambiance that truly is Elegant Simplicity® Functionality Precedes Aesthetics, Until Aesthetics Deliberately Embody Function. Once functionality is determined for your window coverings (i.e. the size, shape, and all considerations are made for location), we can now begin to consider your personal style and what makes sense for the window treatments given that functionality. And really, because sustainable window coverings come in a wide range of materials,…
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When Aaron and Anna Schiller began thinking about building a new home in Brooklyn where they could start a family, Mr. Schiller knew he could use his training as an architect to his advantage. It was 2017, and housing prices were already soaring. Mr. Schiller, 39, the founder of the architecture firm Schiller Projects, assumed the couple would buy something “that was relatively unattractive to the rest of the market,” so they could get a good deal. But he had another agenda. “I was seeking an opportunity to do something I couldn’t find a client to do at that point…
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Heating and cooling costs account for about half of a home’s total energy consumption. That’s why a new roof is one of the best ways to reduce energy costs. Modern shingles are designed with reflective materials that help keep the attic cooler and reduce your need to crank up the air conditioning. Plus, many of these eco-friendly roofing options are made from sustainable materials! Lower Utility Bills Older roofs are less energy-efficient and greatly strain home heating and cooling systems. A new, energy-efficient roof reduces this stress and helps homeowners lower their utility bills. Modern roofing materials are designed to…
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If you want to change your life and lose weight, you won’t want to turn to extreme methods that can leave you feeling deprived or unhappy. Luckily, there are many sustainable strategies out there that help you reach your goal weight and keep your motivation and energy levels high. Instead of getting stuck in a dieting cycle, use these simple yet effective techniques for long-term success. Pixabay 1. Make Use of Peptides Peptides are a great way to boost weight loss and overall health. Referred to as ‘the building blocks of life,’ peptides are small proteins that act as messengers…