Category Archives: Green Design

Happy Holidays from Animal Arts

Posted on December 24, 2014 by

Architecture humor courtesy of subtle-design. Wishing everyone the happiest of holidays and a structurally sound 2015!

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10 Quick Fixes for Your Practice

Posted on April 4, 2014 by

Are you interested in upgrading your veterinary hospital without spending a lot of money? Check out our own Bryan King’s article on the veterinary team brief website where he discusses a range of inexpensive fixes from lighting to flooring.  

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Design for the Ultimate in Cat Habitats

Posted on January 17, 2014 by

These beautifully crafted wood, sisal and fabric cat products are the brain child of Stefan Hofmann, carpenter, object artist and founder of Gold Paw. Stefan has designed a range of perches, beds, scratching posts, bridges and litter box cabinets created to … Continue reading →

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Biomimicry and the Sloth

Posted on September 19, 2013 by

  You might wonder what the lovely tree sloth can teach us about energy efficiency and collaboration. Quite a bit apparently.  According to a new article by Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker sloths are the great conservation creatures in nature.  They maintain … Continue reading →

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Creating Great Outdoor Spaces for Your Dogs

Posted on April 3, 2013 by

  When creating space in your yard for your dog consider the following eight ideas: Provide fresh water. Safety first. Provide shade and shelter. Make sure your space is toxin free. Create places to play. Design pathways. Use comfortable materials. … Continue reading →

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Avian Architects

Posted on February 27, 2013 by

    Social weaver birds, who are native to South Africa, are the designers and builders of the world’s largest bird nests. Hundreds of social weavers can live in these nests made from twigs, grass, cotton and other natural materials. … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Josh!

Posted on November 14, 2012 by

  Congratulations to our own Josh Young, one of the eight University of Colorado at Denver graduate students who designed and built this home in the Navajo Nation. The 745 square-foot Nakai House was built from recycled materials for a … Continue reading →

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