Here at Ambient, we’re often asked if we can buy bamboo from someone’s home or yard. The easy answer is no, but that doesn’t mean that the conversation ends there. Bamboo flooring is most often manufactured using moso bamboo – known for its size and strength. If you have bamboo growing in or around your house, … Read more
Whether you grow your own veggies, or herbs and flowers are more your style, most gardeners rely on compost to nourish the soil, conserve water, and control weeds. Even novice gardeners quickly realize the many benefits of keeping a compost pile going. But composting in the fall and winter presents challenges. Without those warming rays … Read more
Do you long for activities that get them outdoors and reconnecting with Mother Earth? Gardening is a natural way to get exercise and some natural Vitamin D, and it’s an activity the entire family can enjoy together. Whether Spring is bringing you to the garden for the first time or you’re back for a return engagement, … Read more
When deciding what to recycle and what must go to the landfill, you can’t help but start to wonder about the kitchen scraps. If you’ve ever felt weird about dumping out vegetable stems and leftovers, you’re not alone. Our ancestors survived by figuring out how to make the most of every possible resource and why … Read more
Gardens are a common way to spruce up the landscape around your house – but how do set yours apart? You could make a creative planter by repurposing an old wagon or other antiques. Box gardens have also become a common trend for homes with limited space for expansive gardens. Many overlook this possibility, but … Read more
In the western world where items are mass-manufactured, there are few home goods, products, and luxuries that are unavailable or out of our price range; tools are churned out from low-wage continents, whilst electronics are shipped halfway around the world from China or flown thousands of miles from Mexico. With prices that have never been … Read more
Taking the time to grow your own vegetables is a wonderfully green way to cut down on your consumed air miles and ensure you are consuming organic, naturally grown veg that’s chemical-free. It’s a good way to save money too, especially if you grow vegetables that are typically more expensive to purchase in-store such as … Read more
Summer is one of the best times of year to teach your children about the environment and living green. The flowers are out in full bloom, the birds are singing and the insects are buzzing. Plus, the long vacation from school means there’s lots of time to plan green activities that are both educational and … Read more
Most of us, the garden is a great place to relax, throw the odd barbecue or perhaps cultivate some nice plants or fresh vegetables if you have a large enough space. It’s also the perfect place to attract local wildlife and help save some species such as bees, bats, and butterflies currently under threat. Especially … Read more
One area where America seems to be starting to lead the way in recent years is green roofs. You may think that building a garden on top of your house is a bad idea, but it’s actually one of the most eco-friendly things you can do. Not only does it add a valuable level of … Read more