http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk A guide to a modern and sustainable house Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:46:33 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=266 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/renewable-sources-energy-home/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/renewable-sources-energy-home/#comments Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:46:33 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1881 If you have been considering more sustainable sources of energy to power your home, taking that step is a big move to make that requires careful thought and consideration. Understanding how renewable energy works is important to ensure that you are making a choice that suits your and your family, as well as the environment. [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/renewable-sources-energy-home/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/go-green-garden-offices/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/go-green-garden-offices/#comments Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:33:07 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1878 There are, of course, all manner of different forms of office around the country, but the greenest way to work in the UK is from home. With no commuting and the use of your own gas and electric as opposed to powering a large business complex, it is no wonder that many people chose to [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/go-green-garden-offices/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/dyson-airblade-awarded-carbon-reduction-label/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/dyson-airblade-awarded-carbon-reduction-label/#comments Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:12:11 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1874 The Dyson Airblade has become an industry phenomenon and here we look at how it’s changing our environment. A recent research paper written by scientists at Massachusetts Institute of Technology reveals that paper towels are the most environmentally damaging hand drying solution that business owners can choose for their lavatories, whilst the high efficiency hand [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/dyson-airblade-awarded-carbon-reduction-label/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/environmental-responsibility-furniture-manufacturing-companies/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/environmental-responsibility-furniture-manufacturing-companies/#comments Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:59:45 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1871 In addition to the packaging and transportation costs all businesses have to consider if they want to be more green, furniture manufacturing presents its particular environmental challenges. The furniture manufacturing process itself consumes resources like raw materials, water and power. Areas which can be tackled with significant benefits to the environment include product design, purchasing, [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/environmental-responsibility-furniture-manufacturing-companies/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/things-should-know-about-eco-friendly-gu10-leds/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/things-should-know-about-eco-friendly-gu10-leds/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:47:29 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1868 We all know that LEDs are far better in quality and lighting capacity than a standard halogen or incandescent light bulb, which makes them a far better option. Most people nowadays prefer items or products that are more eco-friendly. That’s why GU10 Led bulbs are becoming more and more popular on the market. For starters, [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/things-should-know-about-eco-friendly-gu10-leds/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/garden-furniture-eco-friendly-choices/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/garden-furniture-eco-friendly-choices/#comments Sat, 08 Jun 2013 14:37:11 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1865 When it comes to choosing garden furniture, eco warriors may find it difficult to find a set of outdoor table and chairs that are as kind to the environment as they wish. If you’ve created an eco-friendly garden, finding sustainable materials for your garden furniture is something that is high up on your priority list. [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/garden-furniture-eco-friendly-choices/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/save-energy-natural-light/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/save-energy-natural-light/#comments Fri, 07 Jun 2013 19:48:47 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1862 There’s nothing more beautiful or flattering than the natural daylight. Not only is natural sunlight the most true form of lighting there is but it’s also completely free of charge. If you want to do your bit in saving energy in the home, it’s crucial that you make the most of the sunlight during the [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/save-energy-natural-light/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/improve-your-homes-exterior-outdoors/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/improve-your-homes-exterior-outdoors/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:34:52 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1859 Improving the outside of the house can bring a completely new appearance to your home. Whether you add quick fixes just in time for the new summer season or make bigger changes that will ultimately raise the price on the buyer’s market, try our suggestions of low cost outdoor improvements. Our five fixes can make [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/improve-your-homes-exterior-outdoors/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/garden-birdhouses-environment/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/garden-birdhouses-environment/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:30:33 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1856 There are so many benefits to building a birdhouse in your garden. If you are looking for ways of becoming more environmentally friendly or more in touch with nature, a birdhouse is a great place to start. If you are building your own birdhouse, make sure you have the right tools and equipment to avoid [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/garden-birdhouses-environment/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/preparing-to-rent-property/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/preparing-to-rent-property/#comments Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:19:52 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1854 Renting out a property involves quite a bit of preparation to make sure that the house attracts tenants and that you can keep it in good condition in the future. The good news is that demand for rented homes is huge at the moment, as many people are unable to get onto the housing ladder [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/preparing-to-rent-property/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/save-money-environment-used-upcycled-goods/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/save-money-environment-used-upcycled-goods/#comments Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:38:07 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1849 With irreversible damage to the environment becoming an ever increasing problem today, the need to cut back on the earth’s resources is more important than ever. In order to reduce our carbon footprint and to lessen the effect of pollution on the planet, we should all play out part in the following areas; conserving energy, [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/save-money-environment-used-upcycled-goods/feed/ 0 http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/transform-your-garden-pond/ http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/transform-your-garden-pond/#comments Fri, 31 May 2013 01:37:39 +0000 admin http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/?p=1846 Garden ponds are great for making our gardens look pretty, and if well kept, they can even add value to our properties and make our homes appealing to potential buyers. Garden ponds look fabulous in the summer and they provide your family with a fun outdoor activity, one that can hopefully keep them entertained for [...]]]> http://www.greenhomedesign.co.uk/transform-your-garden-pond/feed/ 0