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Going off-grid: meet the families unplugging from modern life
What does “living off-grid” mean to you? Perhaps a commune led by a new-age version of Bear Grylls? People surviving on meals scrambled from what they can grow? A yurt or a tree house that combines discomfort and piety in equal measure?<p>That image might be fuelled by this summer’s sleeper hit in …
Self-sufficiencyGabled metal Folly cabins provide glamping site in Joshua Tree
This pair of gabled structures, built from weathering steel by Cohesion Studio, can be rented by visitors in the southern California desert.<p>Folly can …
ArchitectureThis couple converted an old school bus into a stunning tiny home
When couple Kai and Julie went to grab a cup of coffee in Berlin, their home city, they had no idea how that beverage break would change their lives. …
Tiny House MovementLooking for a conversion van? Then this is the site for you
It’s hard to find the perfect conversion van online, especially if you have a limited budget. Until now, you had to search through several different …
Tiny House MovementThyme Oil Can Heal, Help You Sleep, And Even Chase Away Bugs
Listen To The Article<p>Thyme Oil<p>Thyme essential oil, made from the herb <i>Thymus vulgaris,</i> has been traditionally used in the Mediterranean region for …
CoconutThis 'Completely Untouched' Scottish Island Is for Sale for Just $154,000
If you’ve ever dreamed of living off the grid, now’s your chance.<p>An island off the coast of Scotland is for sale that will most certainly catch the …
ScotlandGlass Cabin / atelierRISTING
<i>Text description provided by the architects.</i> Reclaimed Glass, Natural Materials and the Reclaimed Prairie on the land entrusted to the grandkids of a …
ArchitectureREI Labor Day Sale: 10 Deals on Outdoor Gear
Once a year, REI’s Labor Day sale happens with huge discounts on high-quality gear. Snag these deals from August 24 to September 3.<p>REI Co-op Quarter …
BackpackingReport: Iran water heater explosion downs building, kills 10
Iranian media are reporting that a water heater has exploded in Mashhad in the country's north, causing a building to collapse and killing 10 …
Water HeaterContemporary off-grid bush retreat with coastal views
<b>Sue Fyfe’s love affair with the small timber town of Dwellingup started 23 years ago, when she and her partner decided to buy a peaceful weekender to</b> …
Self-sufficiencyAn Off-Grid Goto House Wraps Around a Jewel-Like Courtyard
Punctured by a glass-enclosed courtyard, this hexagonal, donut-shaped house is filled with light and views from all six sides.<p>Having worked as an engineer at firms such as Apple and Microsoft, Ken Goto was already well versed in pushing the envelope of innovation when he tapped husband-and-wife duo …
ArchitectureLiving Vehicle: Mobile Traveling (& Living) for the 21st Century
One of the hottest travel trends of the moment is a new breed of portable house, inspired by classic travel trailers. It’s galvanizing visionary architects and designers to rethink these conveyances. Think of it as the confluence of Airstream and the Tiny House movement, a desire to be as free as …
OutdoorsThis Stylish Tiny House Sleeps Six People Comfortably
Tiny house enthusiasts should be more than willing to take a gander at Tiny Heirloom's latest compact custom home. The stylish dwelling known as the …
HomeInterview: Living in an expanding, off-grid tiny house
We cover a lot of tiny houses here at New Atlas, but it can be difficult to get a handle on what it's <i>actually</i> like to live in one. So, when contacted …
Self-sufficiencyTumble Creek Cabin
Combining sustainable design and a rustic material palette, the Tumble Creek Cabin is a net-zero mountain retreat. The vacation home is nestled …
ArchitectureOff-Grid Preppers
<b>Thank You, DR Power for Sponsoring this Episode!</b><p>On this episode, Charlotte meets with Dan Chiras, Victoria Miller, and Jeff Yago to discuss how to …
SurvivalismOff-grid electricity firm BBOXX pilots internet service in Rwanda as it moves to expand its product portfolio
DEMO Africa has selected the thirty (30) startup finalists for the 2018 edition of the annual conference set to hold …<p>Treon (TXO), a "Utilities …
Self-sufficiencyHECO expects Lane will prompt power outages
ADVERTISING<p>Unplugged.<p>That will likely become reality for many in Hawaii as Hurricane Lane triggers power outages, the Hawaiian Electric companies …
HawaiiSpectacular Off-Grid House Cantilevers Over California’s Rocky Landscape
Off-the-grid homes are designed this way either by choice or by necessity. In the case of this modern guest house from Santa Barbara, it was the …
ArchitectureUnplug at This Off-Grid Tiny Home in South Australia
Simple materials compose this rentable tiny house nestled in a secret spot in the Adelaide Hills.<p>Michael Lamprell set about creating tiny cabin retreats in South Australia, via his company called CABN, as a destination for guests to rest and recharge away from everyday stress and their screens. …
Cabins21+ Terrific Reasons For Living Off the Grid and Live Your Dream Life
Living off the grid means living in a more comfortable life without using public resources. Those with off grid homes are always very comfortable; …
Self-sufficiencyThese Are The 10 Most Popular Homes In Airbnb's 10-Year History
As Airbnb celebrates its 10th anniversary, see the most wish-listed properties from around the world.<p><b>According to Airbnb, this is the definitive list of the site's most wish-listed homes of the past 10 years.</b><p>From a Bali retreat that is as far away as you can get, to an idyllic Santorini property …
LifestyleA Guide to: Arizona Hot Springs | Fresh Off The Grid www.freshoffthegrid.com | The Wordy Explorers
These hot springs look like a great place to visit - either by hiking there or by riding in a boat. #WordyExplorers #arizona #HotSprings #hiking
Hot SpringsAustralia’s greenest home: Never pay a bill again at Ringwood North property that earns you money
This clever and green Ringwood North property has hit the market and its new owners will never have to a pay a bill again.<p>COULD this be Australia’s …
Self-sufficiencyTough Going
When you flush a toilet in the North, it’s not quite out of sight, out of mind. Many small communities—and parts of larger Northern cities—don’t have …
Northern CanadaHow to Build a Giant, Sustainable Home in the Middle of a Nature Preserve
Proof that you can comfortably abide the rules of a nature preserve without living in an off-grid shack:<p>The Hill House in Shelter Island, New York, …
ArchitectureAll-glass solar-powered PurePods are for glamping out in the open
Camping with a tent can be fun, unless you have aches, pains and other bodily complaints, or simply don't feel like roughing it out. So it's little …
Wastewater6 over-the-top Colorado vacations you’ll need to win the lottery to take
While Colorado has endless free options for getaways in the great outdoors, our state also is teeming with over-the-top, extravagant escapes. From a …
Hot SpringsInvest kerosene subsidy savings in solar lighting: Study
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) A part of kerosene subsidy savings in India could be invested in helping the vulnerable section of society access clean …
Uttar PradeshUse water wisely as heat rises and water levels drop
As South Africa is a water scarce country, the lack of rain is making the situation worse as the little available water is being used without …
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