Some birds’ nests are cup-shaped, some have domes, others have been likened to apartment complexes. How do birds build their nurseries? Captain Cook collected a hummingbird nest during his trip to Brazil. That nest, just 6 cm (2.4 inches) high was in the fork of two branches, camouflaged with lichen, lined with fluffy seeds and … Read more
Over the course of 13 years, Mira and Krsna’s property in Tasmania has grown to consist of a residential dwelling, yoga space, biodynamic garden and an Earthship. The Earthship is made primarily from tires, glass bottles and cob. It was built with the help of volunteers who came to learn the couple’s methods of earth … Read more
Separo House, located in the village of Separo, Iran was designed by Hypertext Architecture Studio. It features vaulted roofs that reflect regional architecture while providing essential shading and thermal comfort in the hot, arid climate. It is constructed primarily from adobe so its color echoes the nearby mountains. Its double-shell structure enhances indoor thermal comfort, … Read more
This collection features items crafted from bamboo, willow, branches, reeds, and other natural materials. All of these undergo selective cultivation, specific harvest timing, and natural drying, with each product undergoing a phytopathological inspection. At least 75% of the natural materials come from FSC-certified sources. The wallpapers also meet certifications for fire retardancy and waterproofing. Highlighted … Read more
After discovering an abandoned World War II bunker while on a hike in northern Norway, Henrik Lande Andersen spent two years transforming this former German lookout into an overnight refuge open to all. Over the course of two years, Henrik made the hike from town – the only way to access the site – carrying … Read more
Yama-Tani is a small residential project in Paris designed by the Japanese architecture studio Kengo Kuma. The project aims to recreate the intimate scale of a village within the urban environment of the French capital city while incorporating nature into the design. One of the project’s key strategies is its stepped composition, which allows maximum … Read more