Finally, people are beginning to take this issue seriously.

A group of the drones were sent to fly around the massive mountain and take HD photos that were then made into a rich 3D model.

More than 90 percent of weather stations studied showed the climate was warming, a percentage too high to purely be from natural climate variability, say researchers

Templar Marine introduces a Torqeedo powered dayboat that is a thing of beauty.

A mix of modern and traditional design elements that are appropriate for the Northeast make these very interesting houses.

This modular design can adapt to any situation, meaning more usable space can be freed up.

This loft-less tiny home makes quite a statement, both inside and out.

After a volunteer accidentally burned down its office, Bustan, an environmental justice organization based in Israel's Negev desert, decided it was time to

Artist/inventor Michael Jantzen's new concept for a Solar Winds Desert Power Plant envisions a large public gathering place, inspired by the shape of a flowering plant, to be located in a public park in a hot, dry climate.

Hand-made with high quality, sustainably harvested woods, this is one desk meant for both kids and grown-ups.

FC Modular, that "cracked the code" of tall modular, is no more.

The Brooklyn Journalist covered this project like a blanket, and looks at some of the detailed claims.

Inspired by arthropods, this minimalist all-wood home features a spacious-feeling interior and energy-efficient, passive heating and cooling strategies.

The inside of this updated caravan is surprisingly chic and comfortable.

The static, traditional lecture classroom is slowly on its way out. Here's how the flexible classroom of the future might be furnished.

Metsä Wood design competition produces very interesting entries, like this one from Sigurd Larsen.

An old garage shed is transformed into a spacious little home for one grandmother, living near her kids and grandkids.

Located in the heart of Florence, Italy, this small apartment features a minimalist stair, sleeping loft, and a view out onto the city's Renaissance treasures.

This is, whether we like it or not, the future of furniture design.

The wonderful world of birds, painted in life size and all together on a huge 2,500-square-foot wall.

The American Institute of Architects just announced its 2007 Housing Awards; among the winners were our beloved Loblolly House and in the Special Housing Category, the Designhabitat2 house, from The DESIGNhabitat 2 Studio School of Architecture,

In rural Alabama, an existing landmark building is converted into a new community gathering spot, instead of being torn down.

An experienced Chicago builder is making a big investment in it.

Built for a sculptor and his new family on the site of an old gold mine and sawmill, this house uses reclaimed concrete blocks weighing a ton each.

Computers and technology let designers do things that were unimaginable just a decade ago.

Mac McClelland at Modern Farmer ponders the term "humane slaughter" and visits Prather Ranch, a certified organic beef ranch, to see how it is done

Synthetic fertilizer is likely to become significantly more costly for US farmers. This trend will make manure a valuable commodity once again (as it was prior to the 1950s). There are two main reasons for the

The findings could help us deal with environmental changes happening now and in the future.

Aircraft will have to fly new routes to avoid major bumps.

A suitable celebration of Pi Day.

This company creates modern, energy-efficient versions of the backyard 'granny flat'.

A derelict garage is transformed into a compact, minimalist living space.

Intended for short-term stays in nature, these prefab units can be transported and 'dropped into' almost any location.

This impressive home features a lot of great multifunctional ideas, plus a custom-built cat run for two felines in the back.

The future will look nothing like the past when it comes to energy. Chances are, our utilities will look pretty different too.

From cocktail shakers to terrariums, is there anything the mighty mason jar can't do? Rethink this humble vessel with new uses for an old standby.

Perfect for small city apartments, this system allows you to use a variety of add-on components to build your own indoor garden.

Plants get a stylish home with these eye-catching, handmade wooden planters made for the wall.

The sharing economy is built more on convenience and the desire to save money than a mission to save the world. But does that matter?

If you've been around the green scene for some time, you may feel some ideas get a little tired over time. That could have been the case for bags from recycled tires, but ever since I got one (not from this brand, of course) I've

Handcrafted with softwood, natural oils and waxes, this furniture unit makes a tiny, narrow bedroom feel much bigger.

Molded out of plant-based bioplastics and sitting on a wooden base, this curvaceous piece combines traditional craftsmanship and new industrial design.

Maio Studio turned an old, dark launderette into a bright new co-working space for creative professionals.

This small-but-dynamic, renovated apartment in Barcelona takes its design cues from boat design and hides some delightful surprises.

Once a dark, partitioned off single family abode, this newly renovated space now features two independent live/work areas that are linked together by a communal space in the middle.

The Internet is a surprisingly powerful tool for shopping locally.

An Oregon couple built this spectacular houseplant-filled yurt, and are offering a detailed online guide for free.

The Joshua Tree is a 231-SF timber-framed tiny house on wheels – and has the cutest interior.

It would be nice to hang out in one of these right now.

But let's not oversell wood construction.