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"Easy ideas . . . . The kind of guidebook we reference again and again. . . with recommendations for every single room in the house." —Real Simple Learn how to make planet-friendly choices at home with the design experts of Remodelista.comConcerned about the state of the planet and wanting to do your part? Written with urgency, Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home gives clear guidance and inspiration for creating a home that's both sustainable and stylish. The book features room-by-room tips for reducing your environmental footprint, as well as tours of artful living quarters belonging to people who interpret low-impact living in a myriad of ways, from a remodeled apartment inspired by the Slow Food movement to a tree-house cabin to a multigenerational courtyard compound.Every page offers information that you can act on right away—including best practices for choosing household essentials, from lightbulbs to sofas; guidelines for a low-impact, energy-efficient remodel; and how to recycle or donate your castoffs so they don't end up in the landfill. Like all Remodelista books, this manual is both a visual delight and an invaluable resource. Change begins in the home, and it's inspiring to learn how climate-aware living choices, no matter how small, contribute to the greater good. Guidance includes: ·Low-impact remodeling ideas and approaches for every room ·Planet-friendly essentials: paint, rugs, bedding, furniture, and more ·The Vintage 75: favorite tried-and-true objects for everyday use ·Plus the lowdown on composting, energy-efficient appliances, insulation, HVAC, roofing, and more
Contents
Contents
Introduction
The Low-Impact Manifesto
Call to Action: 7 Easy Habit Shifts
1 | 12 Low-Impact Houses and Gardens
2 | Room by Room
Lessons for a Greener Way of Living
3 | Eco-Conscious Household Basics
A Cheat Sheet
4 | The Remodelista Vintage 75
Favorite Objects for Everyday Use
5 | The Low-Impact Living Primer
Fuss-Free DIYs for Household Upkeep and Improvement
6 | The Inner Workings
Roofing, Insulation, HVAC, and More
7 | Resources
Glossary
Acknowledgments
Photography Credits
Index
