The picturesque setting, homely atmosphere and friendly owners proved a hit with Jemima Roberts during her stay at The Yurt Farm near Tregaron in mid-Wales
… clean and uncluttered but well stocked with furniture including a massive wood-framed … all knobbly (but resolutely sturdy) hand-made furniture, miniature doors, miniature stoves; …
From wood chips to lights that turn themselves off, Lake Garda’s Lefay Resort and Spa offers an unusually green experience to travellers. What’s more, says Ruth Styles, the views of the lake and mountains are sensational
… fuel – wood chips discarded by the Italian furniture making industry. I looked down into …
Planning a staycation this summer? With everything from gypsy caravans to forest hideaways available, glamping takes the hard work out of camping. Jeff Holman rounds up 10 of the best
… flushing toilet. Inside, there’s hand-made furniture and cute decorative touches such as … cotton bed linen) and a full set of designer furniture, the Ecopod Boutique Retreat also …
What are the risks associated with harmful air pollution indoors, and what can we do to prevent them?
… plywood, and flame-retardant chemicals from furniture and carpets. Some computer printers … materials, finishes, domestic equipment, furniture, fittings and consumables. Overall, …
Cutting edge architecture, miles of cycle routes and green spaces galore have made the Danish capital a hotspot for green travellers. Ruth Styles packed her bags for a weekend in Europe’s greenest capital city
… Key award-winner and is packed with upcycled furniture including classic pieces by Arne …
As climate change speeds up, the question of how to adapt our homes to hotter temperatures is becoming increasingly important. Now, a pioneering project on the island of Tenerife has been set up to address those concerns. Paul Miles reports
… design trends but you don’t have to stop at furniture. If you’re looking for some …
The carbon footprint produced by travel doesn’t evaporate at the airport - hotels are big energy consumers, polluters and carbon emitters too. The Ecologist looks into hotel chain Hyatt's efforts to go green
… to sell itself as a principled, sustainable furniture producer. But has its low-cost, …
Forget France; the UK is home to some of the coolest holiday spots on the planet. Whether you want scenery, natural phenomena or a dose of eco-luxury, there’s a British break to suit you
… restored using local materials and antique furniture, while the spa uses holistic …