The Sensible Approach to Sustainable Housing
Green technology is amazing. You have heard it all. Greenhouses, sustainable homes, solar panels, eco-friendly fuel, and so on. All that new green technology (or greentech) is growing in popularity […]
Why U.S. Building Codes Are Breaking the Off-Grid Dream — And What You Can Do About It
“Doing it legally. So many rules. So many permits. It’s overwhelming.” That’s not an exaggeration. It’s a direct quote from a frustrated off-grid builder on Reddit — and it sums […]
Parked Dreams: Why Living in a Tiny House on Wheels Is Legally So Hard in the U.S.
At first glance, the allure of a Tiny House on Wheels (THOW) feels irresistible—freedom from mortgage debt, minimalist living, the open road just outside your window. For many off-grid enthusiasts […]
Would You Live Comfortably in a House Barely Wider Than a Hallway?
We’ve all faced moments of frustrated energy triggered by limited space: cramped apartments, clutter piles, and rooms so constrained you wonder how to exist comfortably, let alone thrive. The stress […]
The Basics of Window Energy Ratings
Things feeling a little drafty in your neck of the woods? If you notice yourself shivering every time you walk through your home, it may be time to think about […]
Creating a Green Yard the Sustainable Way
Nearly everyone strives to be sustainable, but avoiding chemical cleaners in your home and recycling plastic bottles isn’t nearly enough to call yourself green. In particular, you should look at […]