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Green Certifications: The Living Product Challenge
We take a look at the Living Product Challenge, a green framework and certification program that elevates product sustainability standards.
Architecture
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The Six Chemical Classes: Antimicrobials
We explore antimicrobials, taking a closer look at the importance of balancing their protective benefits and the risks of overuse.
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2024 Design Predictions for a Healthy and Sustainable Home
WLLW looks at the design concepts expected to shape our living spaces in the year ahead.
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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.
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The Six Chemical Classes Series
WLLW delves into how to recognize and manage harmful chemicals in domestic products, to create informed, health-conscious homes.
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Green Certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
WLLW explores the Global Organic Textile Standard as a hallmark of environmental and social responsibility in textile production.
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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.
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Green Certifications: Declare Label and the Red List
WLLW delves into Declare label and the Red List as the demand for sustainable and healthy products intensifies, alongside the mounting pressure for transparent information for specifiers and consumers.
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Green Certifications: OEKO-TEX
WLLW examines Oeko-Tex Standard 100, a key certification that safeguards against toxic substances in textiles, responding to consumer demand for healthier products.
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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.
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Well Home In…Melbourne
In this series, WLLW highlights healthy and sustainable homes from around the world. First off is Warehouse Greenhouse in Melbourne, Australia. A unique and environmentally friendly family home that challenges the typical residential style.
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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.
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Material Health: Design Frontiers
The book ‘Material Health: Design Frontiers’ from Parsons Healthy Materials Lab explores the critical topics of material health in the era of climate crisis.