Conversations about sustainability are no longer enough. As it becomes all but certain that global heating will increase beyond the 1.5°C of the Paris Agreement, the effects of climate change are already a reality for many communities worldwide. People are not only sensing the urgency of the matter but are re...

How will gender bias in flexible working be overcome? Is the future of home products service based? How will diversity, meaning, and storytelling drive homeware purchases? In this part of the 2022 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how our homes and relationships are evolving.

San Francisco-based start-up Cosmic has created a solar-powered home that generates more electricity than it requires to run. The company’s hybrid prefab approach to building presents a vision for housing that’s affordable and sustainable, appealing to young, eco-conscious buyers.

With climate change a pressing threat, Britons are becoming more sensitive to their homes’ sustainable credentials. Shifted priorities due to the pandemic mean that some are now looking for eco-friendliness across everything from utilities to furniture design. So, how can brands tap into this?

While Australians’ attitudes towards renewable energy are on the rise – reflecting a growing appetite for more sustainable homes – issues around accessibility remain Down Under. Where are the biggest opportunities for innovation in the country’s journey towards green energy?