You don't have to be a company director or wealthy to create a healthy and eco-friendly workplace because small efforts can make all the difference.

The following space revitalization project was facilitated by Kim Colwell, from the Shambhalla Institute. Kim is an eco interior designer and second generation feng shui master:

For those seeking a home that maximizes efficiency and strive to be as sustainable as possible, LivingHomes is one of the best options available. An exciting and unique company, they build modular, prefabricated homes and take care to ensure that every step in the manufacturing process and every facet of the design maximizes efficiency and energy savings.

LivingHomes is at the forefront of the green building movement, seamlessly blending modern technological production with sustainable building. The home they built for the technology magazine Wired is the perfect showcase for their prefabricated, eco-friendly luxury homes.

The easiest place to save in the construction process is in the planning stage. The design-build delivery system is becoming more popular as the most efficient way to design a home, cutting out unnecessary steps and miscommunication in the process.

Compact florescent light bulbs have garnered cries of disgust from consumers since they were introduced thirty years ago. These bulbs were too big for some lamps, expensive ($20 or more), flickered and buzzed, and had poor light quality (a cold dimness). But technology has caught up with customer demands for energy-efficient bulbs that shine warm, bright light similar to standard incandescent bulbs.

Like gardening but don't have the space for it?  Grow one on your roof!  While this is unfortunately not possible for everyone, green roofs are wildly popular in places like the UK and Germany and are picking up speed in...

According to architect Kelly Lerner, the simplest way to heat your home with the sun is called passive or direct-gain solar heating. Passive is referring to the fact that a well-designed house is just sitting there accepting solar heat through glass, with no moving parts.

The products used to cover the walls of your home with colorful textures and patterns can be made from non-sustainable materials. These ingredients can include many chemicals that will be harmful to you and your family. Here are some interesting eco-friendly wallcovering options that you might consider in your home. These products will not only make your residence look great, but your purchase will contribute to a green way of life and a healthier home.

Non-organic furniture can be harmful to your health. When certain glues decompose over time, it releases off-gases such as formaldehyde. The EPA has reported that indoor air is two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. On an average, we spend about 90% of our time in homes and offices.³ If our homes - which should be the safest place in our lives - produce more harmful pollutions than the outside, then it's time to reevaluate our surroundings. So, when shopping for new furniture, make sure they were built with water-based glues and stained and finished with green wood and sealants.

If your walls are starting to look a little shabby, or if you're just looking to give your home a little make-over, then a new paint job is probably on your agenda. And if you want your home to be a little more eco-friendly, or if you just don't like the pervasive smells that usually accompany a fresh coat of paint, then environmentally friendly paints are for you. Using these eco-friendly paints are not just good for the environment, but in the long run are beneficial to your health.