Sustainability97 Stories

Curious about sustainable design and building an environmentally friendly home? From standards to costs, three experts address top questions

This passive designed house is a light, bright and eco-friendly retreat for a family of 7

Hi-tech kit and green additions bring a rustic retreat in Somerset into the 21st century

Extending off a once-derelict barn, this striking house adheres to Passivhaus standards, for a home that’s both gorgeous and green

This impressive home in the countryside manages to be family friendly and super sustainable at the same time

Generous windows, mountain views and an open floor plan bring sunlight and spaciousness to an ecofriendly coastal home

Beautifully bold against its wilderness backdrop, this home stands out for its abundant earth-friendly features, too

Packed with pretty flowers, attractive to insects and low maintenance – wildflower planting is great for everyone from the birds to the bees

Solar panels, ship-inspired features and minimal possessions make this tiny Washington home kind to the planet and cosy for the owners