How to Design an Eco-Friendly Home - 8+1 Ways!

Are you building your new house or want to reconstruct the one you already live in by incorporating sustainable practices and materials? The ideas you’ll find in the following lines will have you covered.

Here they are:

When it comes to renovating or building your eco-friendly house from scratch, opt for materials that are renewable, recycled, or have a low environmental impact.

Great options can be bamboo flooring, reclaimed wood, and recycled steel. These materials not only reduce waste but also give your home a unique, natural aesthetic.

It’s not only the frame and construction of your house that can be environmentally wise. You can design its interior with the same mindset as well. Natural materials align with healthy living and can be reused and recycled.

For instance, you can use rockflowerpaper’s wooden serving trays that come with a twist of art to brighten up your serving style.

Or, you can add a colorful and funny touch to your kitchen with our cotton kitchen towels . Why waste excessive paper towels (to the detriment of Earth’s trees) when you can make the most of these reusable cotton pieces?

Using the power of renewable resources that are abundant and free of cost on this planet can elevate the eco-friendliness of your house. Solar energy is only one of these resources.

You can harness the power of the sun by installing solar panels on your roof or garden. Solar energy can power your home, reduce your reliance on fossil fuels, and lower your energy bills.

It’s a win-win scenario with a guaranteed ROI (return on investment). Give it a thought.

Although exploiting the power of water (another renewable resource) may be a bit more difficult in modern housing, what you can do instead and take pride in having an environmentally friendly home is to use water-efficient fixtures.

By installing low-flow faucets, showerheads, and toilets you can reserve a lot of water. You will see their impact on your water supply bills as time goes by.

Additionally, if you want to take it a step further you can consider installing a rainwater harvesting system to collect and reuse water for gardening or other non-potable uses.

Yes, selecting sustainable fabrics is another way to level up the environmental stamp of your house.

Start with the basics, like our sustainable extra-absorbent and quick-to-dry beach towels . Each towel is made from 10 recycled plastic bottles! If that isn’t a mega eco-friendly movement, then what is?

If you are more of an athletic person, then opt for our sustainable sports towels and eco-yoga mats . Combine exercise with a mindset that doesn’t hurt the planet. It’s effortless but counts a lot!

When you buy electrical house appliances choose those with the highest energy-star rating. It’s a real investment.

These appliances use less energy and water than standard models. From refrigerators to washing machines and from air-conditions to TVs, these appliances can significantly reduce your household’s energy consumption.

Don’t underestimate the eco-friendly impact of small home accessories. It can be great.

Home accessories made from recycled materials contribute to your waste-eliminating efforts while serving their decorative and practical purpose at the same time.

Take a look at our explicit collection of sustainable home accessories like our scratch-resistant and cork-backed coasters , our fun and reusable cocktail napkins (good to know that with every set sold a 5-cent donation goes to Ocean Observatory) as well as rockflowerpaper’s high-performance, anti-bacterial and sustainable dinner napkins .

All of them are perfect for adding an eco-friendly touch to your home while entertaining your guests. Feel free to find your matching sets here ! 

Ever thought of creating a green roof for your house? Well, it’s one of the best ways to enjoy an eco-friendly home.

A roof covered with vegetation offers excellent insulation and reduces stormwater runoff. It also improves air quality while adding an eye-catching element to your home’s design.

Why not take it a step further and plant some native plants on your balcony or garden? Designing such a landscape will improve your microclimate and offer you the chance to cultivate your chemical fertilizer-free veggies! Can you think of anything better for your health?

Finally, consider the impact of your purchases. Opt for companies and trademarks that use environmentally friendly practices and give back to planet Earth in multiple ways, as we do!

Don’t forget, to opt for making the most of reusable bags while shopping like our trendy, highly durable, and lightweight bags and totes . You won’t only save unnecessary waste from plastic bags. You’ll help Ocean Observatory’s mission to protect the ocean from today’s climate change challenges.

By choosing products from companies like ours, which prioritize sustainability and ethical production, you’re supporting a more eco-friendly lifestyle.

Designing an eco-friendly home is not that difficult after all. Nor does it have to cost you a fortune.

Even if you can’t incorporate all the sustainable ideas found in this article, you can always add a substantial environmentally friendly touch with our signature.

Feel free to visit our webpage to explore our wide range of eco collections and embark on your journey for a greener home today!

Ready to make an eco-friendly difference for your house?