Brussels practice Notan Office completed a roof extension and water tank project in a crowded urban area of Beirut, Lebanon. The unconventional extension has a total surface of 250 square meters (2,691 square feet). “In Beirut roofs are inhabited, private or shared, terraces or technical roofs,” the architects explained. “The extension was built on a flat roof that had to host water […]

Here’s one of the more unusual housing ideas we’ve come across in a while. The OPod Tube House, by James Law Cybertecture, is a micro house made from concrete water piping that measures just 2.5 m (8.2 ft) in diameter. Its snug interior features an apartment-style layout suitable for one or two people. Access is gained by a glazed door and […]

A Chilean beach house provides comfort all year around while allowing guests to enjoy the amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. Architect firm Veronica Arcos achieved this with the “Two Skins House,” which stabilizes temperatures with two insulated layers. The minimalist home offers plenty of sunlight throughout the day and is created to mesh with the landscape around it. The […]

Built to target environmental and social sustainability, the timber-framed house minimizes its energy and resource footprint and is designed for aging in place. Set on 30 acres of forested land, the 2,900-square-foot Pound Ridge Residence opens up to the outdoors through ample full-height glazing and covered walkways. “The structure is formed of exposed heavy timber construction, a rarity today, which, in addition […]

Fynoti is a Danish-based startup company that aims to deliver the most cost-effective home, personal and neighborhood security solutions to its clients. Customers can buy a Fynoti for as low as $9 with no ongoing monthly fees. This is a steal compared to most other home security systems on the market and will appeal to budget-conscious consumers. The Fynoti home […]

Making homes smarter shouldn’t be rocket science. At Torchcity smart light bulb, making homes smarter is as simple as installing a light bulb. Its intuitive mobile App allows users to have full control of a suite of smart home features, including a surveillance camera that enables convenient surveillance and remote communication. With its custom settings and built-in intelligence, Torchcity will be able […]

Egloo is a new eco-friendly way to heat, scent and humidify your room enclosed in a smart product with a unique design. Egloo gives users a simple and sleek cost-effective heating method. Egloo utilizes the natural heat given off by candles to increase the degrees in the room. It works by placing the candle under the terra-cotta domes, and after […]

PollyCloth has developed a patented cleaning cloth that removes more bacteria than disinfectant wipes with just water.  Independent lab tests show that Polly removes bacteria better than bleach and paper towels. At last, you can finally remove bacteria from your home without using chemicals. Ditch the paper towel. Polly works better. With it’s durable build you can reuse time after time.

Biotrem’s disposable tableware is perfect for home use. Plates, bowls, dishes are all made from wheat bran which is an environmentally friendly alternative to other disposable products that are made from treated papers and card or plastic. Production of these alternatives is often far from eco-friendly often requires the use of bleaches and chemical coatings. The Biotrem production process does […]