environmentally friendly

Renovation expert Jen Jones shares how to integrate sustainable finishes into your home Photography by Nic Gossage When it comes to a makeover or renovation, you need to consider decorative wall claddings, floor coverings, windows, doors and tapware. Think about including sustainable choices here when you tackle your kitchen or bathroom. The kitchen finishes that’ll […]

When it comes to doing your bit for the environment at the end of an unfinished meal, the answer could be right in front of you – in your kitchen sink. With the help of InSinkErator, we grind down a few myths about this surprisingly eco-friendly system for dealing with unwanted food scraps. Why this […]

Design and drama may take centre stage on The Block NZ but the quiet hero of this year’s homes are the eco-friendly elements. The Block NZ site foreman Peter Wolfkamp talks us through the details The Block NZ 2017 is embracing high-density living with four teams building semi-detached terrace housing in Northcote, Auckland. While not typical […]