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sustainable design

An alternative approach to home building

Affordability hurdles led to lateral thinking for this architect’s own home in the Tasman region of Aotearoa New Zealand. Sited on leasehold land, the small, modular house for two is relocatable and extendable.

Authentic design is the catalyst at RAAS Chhatrasagar

Deep in an Indian forest, aside a tranquil lake, the RAAS Chhatrasagar creates its own magic. Designed by Studio Lotus, the property is a perfect place for people who understand that design can both enhance and complement the natural world.

Building community before designing the building

Working out of Carlton, Melbourne, Andrew Maynard and Mark Austin refuse the binary choice between a fun working environment and serious design. Find out about the ideas and values guiding their work.

Habitus #55 hits newsstands this week!

Introducing the latest issue of Habitus – the sustainability issue. From homes rebuilt after the Black Summer Fires to artisans keeping traditional crafts alive, this issue looks at what lies ahead for a greener future.

Two for the price of one

There is a lovely quality to this home – designed by Welsh + Major – that expands a semi-detached house with its own counterpart, and not just because it’s a sensible expansion.

Edge of the alps

Passive house principles defined the form and planning of this architect’s own home and office to achieve maximum energy efficiency within a tight budget.

Planetary boundaries

Designer Kit Willow is blazing a trail with KITX. Her second fashion label – which came into being in 2015 – has a powerful mandate to champion planet conscious fashion for future generations, without sacrificing style and quality.