Forest micro-cabin explores simplicity and sustainability

Michael Quirk designed this micro-cabin to demonstrate the efficacy of sustainable building practices. Named the Magnolia Eco-Cabin, it was built with locally sourced and recycled materials, and runs off-the-grid with solar power.

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Forest micro-cabin explores simplicity and sustainability

Michael Quirk designed this micro-cabin to demonstrate the efficacy of sustainable building practices. Named the Magnolia Eco-Cabin, it was built with locally sourced and recycled materials, and runs off-the-grid with solar power.

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Building material made with lemons and coconut could help heat a home

Energy prices around the world have been rising alarmingly since 2021. While some have shared advice on how to heat the person rather than the home, researchers at KTH are working on a building material that could help regulate indoor temperatures.

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Building material made with lemons and coconut could help heat a home

Energy prices around the world have been rising alarmingly since 2021. While some have shared advice on how to heat the person rather than the home, researchers at KTH are working on a building material that could help regulate indoor temperatures.

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World’s first bio-material toilet swaps porcelain for composite wood

Some people like to install a wooden seat on their toilet for its warmth, but the Block goes further. Described by Woodio as the world's first bio-material toilet, it ditches porcelain in favor of a modern toilet that's made from composite wood.

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World’s first bio-material toilet swaps porcelain for composite wood

Some people like to install a wooden seat on their toilet for its warmth, but the Block goes further. Described by Woodio as the world's first bio-material toilet, it ditches porcelain in favor of a modern toilet that's made from composite wood.

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