Sustainability97 Stories

This light and airy family home in Hampshire was constructed using local materials and is packed with ecofriendly features

The idea of giving your home a major green makeover may seem daunting, but an eco retrofit could be easier than you might think

Interested in fitting ecofriendly solar panels to your home? Read this expert advice on the benefits and considerations first

An architect uses his south London home as a testing bed for retrofit technologies, creating an energy-efficient, contemporary space

This serene, light-filled home amid the trees combines natural materials with hi-tech energy-efficiency

Help to preserve the quintessential sound of summer and transform your garden into a bumblebee paradise

Green roofs benefit wildlife, the environment and our spirits, plus they can last decades, but how easy are they to install and maintain?

Are you wary of all the chemicals involved in cleaning your house? These simple products and tricks will keep your home spotless naturally

This light-filled, pared-back home in Hackney is more than just beautiful – it’s a model of energy efficiency and sustainability

Made 600 miles away and brought to Aberdeen by lorry, this clever, energy-efficient home is warm, spacious and filled with light

Designed by a team of architecture students, this cost-effective and elegant structure took third place in an international competition