Green Certifications: Cradle to Cradle (C2C)
WLLW takes a closer look at the green certification Cradle to Cradle which takes inspiration from the natural world, where there is no concept of waste.
Designer's Guide to Green Certifications
A Primer for Healthy Homes and Interiors. Who is gatekeeping wellness and sustainable design? WLLW looks at green certifications in brief.
Weathering the Storm: Navigating the Aftermath of Natural Disasters Part 2
In this second of our two articles we consider how to safely clear and restore your home post-disaster while prioritizing your health.
Weathering the Storm: Navigating the Aftermath of Natural Disasters Part 1
The rising tide of environmental crises poses a risk to many regions around the world. This first article in our two-part feature examines the impact that natural disasters have on individuals, homes and communities.
The Six Chemical Classes Series: PFAS
We take a closer look at PFAS, uncovering their persistent presence in our homes, guiding you through the health and environmental impacts and the protective measures you can take.
Wood Shingles: a Cut Above
Inexpensive, sustainable, versatile and efficient: why the humble wood shingle is enjoying a revival in the building industry.
The Six Chemical Classes Series: Certain Solvents
WLLW examines the solvents found in common household products, the risks they pose and the alternatives available.
Designing for Net-Zero: A Conversation with Architect Ben Ridley
WLLW spoke with London-based architect Ben Ridley about how the Passivhaus design approach and low-energy innovations are shaping the next generation of healthy, sustainable homes.
The Six Chemical Classes Series: Certain Metals
WLLW explores the hidden hazards of heavy metals and how they can impact our health and wellbeing.
Communities of the Future: The Rise of Purpose-Driven Housing Projects
WLLW explores five communities of the future to understand the ethos that underpins them and whether they are blueprints for better living.
The Six Chemical Classes: Bisphenol A (BPA) and Phthalates
WLLW delves into how bisphenols and phthalates pose significant health and environmental risks and how implementing proactive measures is crucial for safeguarding wellbeing and ecological balance.
Living Lightly: Copenhagen’s Lower-Carbon, Healthier Homes
Discover how the Living Places experimental prototypes led to housing that prioritizes wellbeing, community and sustainability.