With climate change forefront of many people’s thoughts, mindful citizens are constantly looking for ways in which they can help ease their carbon footprint and live more sustainably. One of the many ways this can be done is by curbing energy consumption. Some people may think that an energy efficient house is too expensive to […]
Whilst we’ve all been a little distracted by politics over the past 12 months, one thing that does seem to be on everyone’s lips is the environment-namely, how to protect it with eco-friendly practices. Sir David Attenborough, the highly-respected naturalist, recently stated that “climate change is our greatest threat” and “could lead to the collapse […]
Getting ahead financially is not just about increasing your income. Reducing costs and expenditure also plays a vital part and a good place to get started is reducing your electricity bill. With our increased use of technology, in kitchen appliances and for our personal use, the average home is increasing their electricity consumption and it’s […]
Chances are you have been hearing about green building practices, especially if you’re interested in building new or buying a new home or commercial building. Resource-efficient buildings that save power and have a low environmental impact are more than a trend and there are many ways to build smarter and greener, from wall gardens and […]
Heat islands, or the built-up areas in a city, have temperatures that are 1.8 degrees to 5.4 degrees warmer than surrounding rural areas. Temperatures can be as high as 22F higher in these areas. Heat islands have led to the rise of the green roof, which has been able to reduce cooling costs, air pollution […]
If you’re a fan of Instagram, or you like to keep your finger on the pulse when it comes to news and technological advances, you may have stumbled across incredible images of living walls and green roofs. Commercial gardens are commanding more and more attention, and a growing number of businesses and property owners are […]
Globally, property aka real estate markets are cyclical and this is known as the property cycle. Cyclical means the events that affect property purchasing power and sales prices are recurrent. As the market transcends from one stage to another, there’s lots of media attention, and rightly so, as each stage has a big impact on […]
For most people, the idea of relaxing in their own hot tub often comes when the temperature begins to drop and the weather becomes colder. But who wouldn’t enjoy taking a nice dip into a hot tub after a long day at work? It doesn’t matter whether it’s a summer’s day or a cool winter’s […]
There’s no doubt that sites like Airbnb offer incredible opportunities to make a bit of extra cash on the side. Income from unused bedrooms can exceed £900 a month – not bad when you consider that the room would have lain empty otherwise. What’s more, income from vacationers can help you afford your next holiday, […]
From single-family homes to yurts, your housing options are as varied as the people that live in them. Buying a home, or even renting one can be a big commitment and that’s why Co-living is now hugely popular offering the occupier private rooms and shared communal spaces. Co Living Has Global Reach In the UK, […]
