Biolight by Philips- Cool Eco Innovation

One of the most original and innovative eco-friendly ways to light your home, is the Biolight being developed by Philips as part of their Microbial HomeProject.  This innovative project views the home as a “domestic ecosystem that challenges conventional design solutions to energy, cleaning, food preservation, lighting and human waste”.

The glass structure utilizes light-emitting bacteria, similar to the bioluminescence of fireflies and other organisms.  Designers envision the bacteria utilizing waste methane as a food source, thereby creating a perpetual source of free “green” light.

The Biolight requires no electricity, no grid and no wires.  Biological light and energy sources like this could potentially by self- energizing, self-repairing and able to adapt to changing environmental conditions.

Eco Design-Earth Homes Slideshow

There are some fantastic ways to build green.  Whether constructed out of hay bales or earth bags, green design has never been cooler. Want to see a slideshow of some of the most original and creative designs out there?  Check out the link below.


Slideshow of Earth Homes

Eco Eye Candy- Grow Your Own Bamboo Bike

EcoSRQ is always on the lookout for innovative bike designs, particularly those crafted with sustainable materials.  That’s why the Ajiro Bamboo Velobike, from student designer Alexander Vittouris, featured in the Australian Design Awards caught our eye.  The bike is constructed almost entirely out of bamboo.  Though there are a number of fantastic bamboo bikes currently on the market, this might be the first recumbent bike that boasts almost total bamboo construction. 

Eco Eye Candy- Upcycled Urban Cabin

Today’s eye candy features Brazilian designer Fabio Galeazzo and his 600 square foot upcycled urban cabin. It’s always nice to see innovative approaches to small spaces, especially if it involves recycled materials and gorgeous design. Galeazzo has turned this space into a wonderful haven. Who wouldn’t want that hanging bed?