That's a switch: a product from the field of medicine has won a design prize.

Bees, ivory poaching, and war are amongst the themes portrayed in this year's shortlist.

Can you bear to look at these intimate and frightening photos of grizzly bears.

Change is growing this year with more women designers and lots of glorious blue flowers.

The small gardens are new and innovative and changing the way we look at them.

London's Design Biennale wants to show how to make the world a better place...

But hey, what’s wrong with formaldehyde? It’s in our breath, our apples and our trees.

Can one device to it all? Should it? Has its time finally come?

Thought there wasn't enough variety? Now it is endless.

It's what we have called dematerialization, as all that is solid melts into apps

Solidia Technologies' chemistry could make concrete almost benign.

"Radiative barriers" may work well in space, but not so well down here.

We are in the middle of a mass timber construction revolution. What is everyone talking about here?

I am not convinced this can work but I will give it a try.

Who says you can't take it with you?

This could be "a thermostat for the sun."

Who needs concrete when this foundation design will take the load?

I am beside myself with excitement over drywall and linoleum.

They should rename the town of Asbestos after this stuff.

The Danby Parcel Guard reduces the waste of stolen packages and multiple deliveries.

Apple just bought its first load of greener aluminum. But you cannot call it carbon-free.

I know what I am shopping for this weekend: Fire extinguishers.

Vintage tractors have become one of the hottest items at farm auctions – it's a trend that should be spread far and wide.

Industrial designer Mark Sanders shows us all how.

It all adds up to a huge amount of electricity consumption and carbon emitted, both embodied and operating.

It's a duffel bag with various inserts that will keep you organized whenever you leave the house.

It's an ingenious design that means you'll never have to choose between the two again.

Haven't we always said that learning how to cook is a useful life skill?

There are lots of ways to put a tree to good use.

Colombia has declared a state of emergency following discovery of Panama disease Tropical Race 4.

My flame for the small-business and artisan supporting marketplace was re-kindled surfing the 263 items -- from mat bags, to hand-knit yoga socks, calming wall art and more -- made locally in Brooklyn alone.

If you think leather is "natural", think again. 15 of 17 gloves tested socred unsatisfactory or inadequate in tests for harmful chemicals.

This man has a unique recycled bow tie to match every occasion.

Empty jars and recycles are easily transformed into stunning vases with the Lace Vase attachment by Milk Design Shop.

I love any yoga accessory that positively integrates the law of karma.

Zeal Optics Releases Stylish, Sustainable Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil

Several American team members are involved in environmental issues, as well as Olympic ones.

Who needs Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Indego Africa gives #FairTuesday a fashionable and affordable twist with colorful jewelry, accessories, and holiday gifts.

Don't be intimidated by flea markets and thrift stores. Here are three easy ways to start finding affordable vintage fashion now.

Photographer Corrie White has a skill for making water pose for the camera in amazing ways.

We didn't do a gift guide this year, but we are big on recycling.

This company seems to think there's a chance you'll be safer in the water if you look a teensy bit like a lionfish. We remain, um, skeptical.

It's cheap, funky, and recycled. You really can't go wrong with second-hand shopping.

Joe Mimran is more concerned with his flow of creative juices than the tragedy.

This pretty underwear is another reuseable option for waste-free periods.

National parks never go out of style, just like these retro posters.

A curious fund raiser unleashes chainsaws in the name of conservation.

Don’t expect spotlights, airbrushing, waif-like models or a minimalist catwalk. The fashion show at PalletFest in Dever, featuring upcycled one-of-a-kind garments, was much more colorful and crafty.

With the aim of showcasing and selling products designed by women, No Sir also draws attention to gender inequality in the design profession.

No real butterflies were harmed in the making of these magical pieces that flutter and float with the wind.