A new book published by Taschen, Sustainable Living: Homes for Our Time, by Philip Jodidio, showcases the quiet revolution in green residential architecture, from living roofs to rainwater harvesting. “Twenty or 30 years ago, sustainability was often treated as a specialist concern,” said Philip Jodidio. “Today it shapes almost every discussion about housing, from materials … Read more
A root cellar may sound like a relic from another era, but it’s still one of the most effective ways to store homegrown produce without electricity. Its naturally cool, humid environment can keep everything from onions and potatoes to apples and winter squash fresh for months, helping you enjoy your harvest long after the growing … Read more
In 1968, Charles Bello and his wife, Vanna Rae, moved onto 240 acres of redwood forest looking to live a simpler life off the land. They had spent their savings to purchase the land so they got to work building their home themselves. Their first structure was a panelized A-frame that they erected in 5 … Read more
Roberts Gray Architects of New Zealand has completed a coastal home wrapping two contrasting courtyards with rammed earth. Named Double Courtyard House, it sits atop a sand dune that is hugged by a pine forest on one side and faces expansive coastal views on the other. One courtyard is shaded and the other exposed – … Read more
In Arizona’s high desert, Jonathan and Ashley Longnecker are building an off-grid homestead that relies on earth walls, solar power, rainwater catchment, and a lot of hands-on labor. Their project is a real-world test of whether a modern family can reduce consumption, live more independently, and build a home that works with a dry, demanding … Read more
A growing collection of bamboo structures has transformed National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University into one of Taiwan’s most distinctive hubs for bamboo innovation—a place where architecture, engineering, digital fabrication, and sustainability converge. What was once associated primarily with traditional craftsmanship now appears in architectural installations, public spaces, and experimental structures that explore new possibilities … Read more