Blog posts of '2023' 'February'

The Hippo Farm project by T3 Architects in Vietnam is an exemplary model of sustainable and biophilic architecture. The project, which aims to provide a safe and healthy environment for a pony-club, permaculture garden and ecolodge, has been designed to minimize its environmental impact and maximize its contribution to the local ecosystem.

Cork is a material that has been used for centuries due to its unique properties, and it has now become an increasingly popular choice in the design and construction industries. It is a versatile, sustainable, and renewable material that offers numerous benefits to both the environment and society. One example of how cork is being used in innovative ways is through the Corkbrick modular office furniture system.

When it comes to insulating our homes, businesses or vehicles, we often think of the traditional materials such as fibreglass or foam. However, there is a natural option that offers a range of benefits that are hard to match by any other material. Natural wool insulation, supplied by Havelock Wool on Planitree, offers a fast, easy, and safe installation.

Non-toxic paint is becoming an increasingly popular choice for people who want to protect their health and the environment. One excellent example of non-toxic paint is Ecolour Ceiling White, a zero-VOC, acrylic paint that offers many benefits over traditional paints.

Products made from recycled plastics like Wehlers R.U.M. chairs are an excellent example of how recycled plastic can have a second life and help to protect our planet. The R.U.M. Original Orange chair is made from plastic collected from either the ocean or households, and each chair removes nearly 2kg of plastic from the ocean.

Sustainable furniture has become more popular in recent years as consumers become more aware of the impact their purchases have on the environment. One sustainable furniture product that stands out is Wee Bairn, made from 100% recyclable eco-friendly paper-based material and water-based adhesives. Here are some of the benefits that Wee Bairn and other sustainable furniture products can offer both people and the environment.