Green Building Elements

When planning your garden, it’s important to consider not only the beauty and aesthetics of the plants you choose, but also their potential impact on the environment and your health. Some plant...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/14-beautiful-but-highly-dangerous-plants-that-can-sabotage-your-garden-and-health/

Owning a swimming pool is a great way to enjoy the summer months, but it also comes with great responsibility. Standing water of any kind poses a potential safety hazard. It is important to take ...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/12-dangerous-pool-mistakes-you-need-a-reminder-about-before-opening-for-the-season/

Power strips can be a convenient solution for powering various gadgets and appliances. However, it’s important to know the potential dangers of plugging certain high-wattage devices into them. ...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/15-things-you-should-never-plug-into-a-power-strip/

In a world where emergency preparedness is increasingly crucial, Kristin Dirksen recently caught up with one innovative builder named David who presents a unique solution: affordable underground ...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/he-constructs-affordable-underground-emergency-bunkers-from-quonset-hut-structures-that-could-double-as-a-guest-house-2/

Have you ever considered living in a Quonset hut? These unique and versatile structures have existed since World War II and offer several advantages as a living space. In this article, we’ll ex...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/16-reasons-why-living-in-a-quonset-hut-makes-perfect-sense-2/

The recent unveiling of President Biden’s $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill has ignited a heated debate over the potential government intrusion into Americans’ daily lives, particularly regar...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/biden-administration-wants-to-put-a-government-kill-switch-in-your-car/

For years, the war on plastic bags has raged on, fueled by concerns for the environment. Advocates for a greener future have pushed for a total ban, urging people to ditch them in favor of suppos...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/embarrassing-new-study-shows-plastic-shopping-bags-cause-around-four-times-less-carbon-emissions-than-paper-substitutes/

Jenna from Tiny House Giant Journey recently met up with Sun to explore her 140-square-foot prefab tiny home in Santa Monica, California. Keep reading to see how she has transformed her life from...

https://greenbuildingelements.com/tired-of-nyc-this-woman-traded-in-a-small-and-expensive-apartment-for-an-even-smaller-micro-apartment-with-a-laid-back-santa-monica-lifestyle/