October 12, 2022
Updated October 2022
College dorms can be sterile and lacking in personality, but there are fun ways to personalize the space and bring nature indoors. Adding plants and nature-themed objects can bring a dull dorm room to life.
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Category: Container Gardening, Containers and Pots, Finding, Green & Sustainable, Hydroponics, Indoor Gardening, Lighting, Terrariums, Vertical Gardens
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July 30, 2018
With college dorm move-in day around the corner, it’s time to think about how to personalize this space. Maybe you’ve already snagged colorful bedding, a rug, and some colorful wall decor. Now bring your dull dorm room to life with … Read More...
Category: Container Gardening, Containers and Pots, Finding, Green & Sustainable, Hydroponics, Indoor Gardening, Lighting, Terrariums, Vertical Gardens
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February 8, 2018
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Read by the light of your arugula and kale? Researchers at MIT in Massachusetts are embedding specialized nanoparticles into the leaves of plants and vegetables such as arugula, kale, spinach, and watercress to create…edible lights and … Read More...
Category: Container Gardening, Green & Sustainable, Green Gadgets, Greening, Indoor Gardening, Lifestyle, Lighting
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September 28, 2017
Photo: Robin Plaskoff Horton, Urban Gardens
The 70 “petals” of engineer/designer Julian Melchiorri’s bionic chandelier Exhale contain algae that simulate the natural process of photosynthesis, releasing oxygen to purify the air.
I viewed the chandelier on a private guided tour … Read More...
Category: Education & Tours, Green & Sustainable, Green Gadgets, Greening, Lighting, Solar Energy, Travel
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April 17, 2017
Photo: Robin Plaskoff Horton
Outdoor parties can be magical events perfect for celebrating the warmer weather and enjoying all that nature offers.
Hosting a party outdoors can also give guests more room to roam than they might otherwise have indoors. … Read More...
Category: Experiencing, Food & Entertaining, Garden Design, Lifestyle, Lighting, Outdoor Furniture
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