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As such, added sustainability measures were included to support... View Gallery (14) Architecture Shipping container retreat in Brazil is inspired by tiny homes Nicole Jewell 4 hours ago Airbnb now has another incredible tiny home retreat to add to its unique lodgings on offer. Located on a stunning prairie landscape in Brazil's Cambará do Sul area, the Cambará Container House is comprised of two 20-foot shipping container units that have been carefully crafted by local firm Mégui Dal Bó Arquiteta... View Gallery (2) Environment Light pollution, habitat loss and pesticides push fireflies toward extinction Mariecor Agravante 5 hours ago There are more than 2,000 species of fireflies, and scientists are sounding the alarm that some of these species are on the brink of extinction. Research published in BioScience indicates that habitat loss, light pollution and pesticides are threatening these delightful insects. According to Tufts University... View Gallery (2) Environment Sustainable agriculture cleans up rivers in Cuba Mariecor Agravante 6 hours ago New scientific findings reveal that Cuba’s rivers are in better health than the Mississippi River. The research was a joint effort between Cuba and the United States, marking the two countries’ first collaboration in more than 60 years. The work was part of a study on Cuba’s hydrology, focusing on the water... View Gallery (11) Features Plants to give your loved one this Valentine's Day Dawn Hammon 7 hours ago Valentine’s Day is a time to shower your loved ones with thoughtful gifts to let them know how much they mean to you. While jewelry, chocolate and roses have traditionally been associated with the holiday, that special person will surely appreciate a gift that lasts longer — a houseplant. There are so many... View Gallery (5) Bicycles In Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, the Avant Cycle Cafe builds community Teresa Bergen 1 day ago It all started with a flat tire. A man cycling through Lake Geneva, Wisconsin was charmed by the historic town but really wished it had a bike shop to fix his flat. This cycling mishap has morphed into Avant Cycle Cafe, a community hub that combines a full-service bike shop with excellent coffee and pastries. “Cyclists... Welcome to Inhabitat, your online guide to the best green design ideas, innovations and inspiration to build a cleaner, brighter, and better future. Get the free Inhabitat Newsletter I agree to receive emails from the site. I can withdraw my consent at any time by unsubscribing. Do you live outside the United States? Register here. SUBSCRIBE Inhabitat's Privacy Policy Get the free Inhabitat Newsletter THANK YOU FOR SUBSCRIBING! 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