Conceived by a team of architecture students from the Universidad de Chile, a giant skyscraper will assume the responsibility of purifying the water of the Mapocho River that flows through downtown Santiago, in Chile. The mixed-use, sustainable…
Designology recently bagged the best energy efficiency prize at Victoria State Building Designers Association (BDAV) Awards for its massive “Convertible House.” The Australian design company aimed to design an alternative, environmentally…
Every skateboard deck has a story of adventure, thrill and fun to tell. Marc Ollhäuser combines them to build something truly memorable. He has converted a few skateboard decks into a good-looking, affordable and sustainable staircase. Using a CAD…
Ecosys Korea has recently unveiled a urinal that does not require water. Dubbed the “Aqua FREE” urinal, this innovative design offers a biodegradable and environmentally friendly solution. It includes a cartridge and a sealed solution that will…
The history of art is infused with works that revolve around the relationship between man and nature. The human relationship with nature and the perpetual march to invade and colonize organic landscapes has led to an ecological crisis which endangers…
This looks straight out of Man Vs Wild. Here’s a lesson on how to make your own green shelter called bivouac just in case you find yourself lost in some dense jungle. First of all, look out for an angularly fallen tree and then position branches of…
Presently Europe flaunts the largest offshore wind farm in the world, but China has broken ground to outdo their effort by erecting a even larger farm. Located in Bohai Bay, Beijing, the wind farm will generate 1,000 MW of power when completed. The…
Fuel economy, nil emissions, use of green materials, and state-of-the-art design: you just name any of these features, and you will find them all in the Toyota NORI concept car. Recently showcased at the LA Auto Show’s 2010 Design Challenge, the…
Conceptualized by British architects David Arnold and Alexa Ratzlaff, the “Wind Tower” is a spiraling mega-structure designed to make the most out of prevailing wind currents. The interestingly designed structure is made using steel and concrete..
Philips has recently introduced a new TV to the market that merges entertainment with sustainability. Dubbed the “Econova,” this 42-inch LED television comes with a solar-powered remote. This time the company has one an extra mile to make the new.
