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Reasons to make your home green
With millions of us feeling the effects of climate change - super hot temperatures and more extreme weather events - so we know we have to do what we can in our own lives to protect the environment. Crucially we need to ensure our homes are insulated and our appliances are the most energy-efficient models.
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Save water, don't waste it!
The misery of relentless heat is coming home to roost and the problem of drought is affecting all of us. So let's double down on our commitment to use water sparingly
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Home Sweet Home: immersive exhibition at Mall Galleries
Celebrated Chinese artist Huaicun Zhang invites us to an extraordinary exhibition of her paintings and artworks exploring the theme of childhood and home
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Coventry University wins Green Flag award for 13th year
The university's city centre campus has won an award for its green spaces and environmental sustainability
Accessories
Danish eco company Sprout has taken window sill food cultivation up a notch with their plant a pencil and watch it grow...basil, tomatoes, parsley, micro greens, whatever takes your fancy
When the sun comes out, so must the outdoor rug...which will make your deck/patio/lawn look so much more inviting. Choose rugs made from recycled polyester or other plastic - they're great for impromptu picnics and summer gatherings, as well as for sunbathing on. And even the odd summer downpour won't hurt them...
Events
Celebrated Chinese artist Huaicun Zhang invites us to an extraordinary exhibition of her paintings and artworks exploring the theme of childhood and home
Buying antiques is a great way of furnishing with minimal impact on the environment. And if you're always on the look-out for fascinating one-off pieces, don't miss the Decorative Antiques & Textile Fairs, which running through the year
Interiors
Poor indoor air quality is in no small part down to humidity which leads to condensation, damp and mould. But you can do something about it without spending a fortune...
If you're trying to live a more eco-friendly life, it can be hard to know how to redecorate and add personality to your home in a sustainable way. But don't despair as there are plenty of ways to inject character into your interiors without harming the planet
How environmentally friendly is wallpaper? If 'not very' is the answer...which unfortunately it is.. what products can be used to make our walls green and interesting company? Kay Hill investigates
Gardens
Danish eco company Sprout has taken window sill food cultivation up a notch with their plant a pencil and watch it grow...basil, tomatoes, parsley, micro greens, whatever takes your fancy
When the sun comes out, so must the outdoor rug...which will make your deck/patio/lawn look so much more inviting. Choose rugs made from recycled polyester or other plastic - they're great for impromptu picnics and summer gatherings, as well as for sunbathing on. And even the odd summer downpour won't hurt them...
No matter how small or large your outside space, you can make it look delightful with minimal effort
