An eco-cottage is a home that’s built to be eco-friendly, both in its design and construction and in the materials used to build it. Nationwide Home, the leading builder of prefabricated homes, has released details on the design and construction of an eco-cottage built using their products. This provides valuable information to help homeowners start building their own eco-cottages from scratch or from plans they purchased from Nationwide Home, or get advice on what changes they can make to make their current home more eco-friendly without having to rebuild it from the ground up.

The Living Room

Eco-cottages are designed to be highly energy efficient and sustainable. They are usually built with recycled materials, green technologies, and passive solar design. The living room is one of the most important rooms in an eco-cottage. It is where you will spend most of your time relaxing, entertaining, and spending time with family and friends. The following are some tips on how to design and build a living room that is both eco-friendly and stylish.

1) Choose quality, durable furnishings: When furnishing your living room choose furniture made from natural fibers like cotton or wool rather than plastic or synthetic fibers which can off-gas toxic chemicals into the air.

2) Select natural products for finishes: Avoid petroleum-based varnishes and synthetic paints. Instead choose water-based products or those made from natural ingredients like linseed oil, beeswax, and natural pigments.

Dining Room

Eco-cottages by Nationwide Home are designed and built with the environment in mind. These cottages use sustainable materials and practices to minimize their impact on the earth. The dining room is a great example of this, with its large windows that let in natural light and heat. The walls are made of recycled materials, and the flooring is bamboo, which is a renewable resource. The furniture is also made of sustainable materials, such as bamboo or recycled plastic. There is even a composting bin in the kitchen! One thing these eco-cottages don’t lack is space. There’s plenty of living space inside and out, including decks and gardens. For more information on these eco-friendly cottages, contact Nationwide Home today!

Utility/Storage Room

This is the room where you will store all of your non-perishable food items, as well as your tools and other equipment. The flooring in this room should be made of durable materials that can withstand spills and heavy foot traffic. The walls should be painted a light color to help reflect light and keep the space feeling bright and open. shelving along the walls will provide ample storage space, and a workbench or countertop will give you a place to complete projects or prepare meals. Add hooks on the wall for hanging kitchen utensils and small appliances, making it easy to grab what you need without having to search through cabinets. If desired, consider installing windows in this room for extra natural light.

Bedroom 1

The first bedroom in our eco-cottage is a large, sunny room with windows on three sides. The floor is made of bamboo, which is a sustainable and durable material. The walls are painted white to keep the room bright and airy. The furniture is made of recycled materials, and the bedding is organic cotton. We have installed a ceiling fan to circulate the air and keep the room cool in the summer.

Study/Home Office

The study/home office is a key space in the eco-cottage. It is important to have a designated space to work from home, as this can help to improve productivity and focus. The room should be bright and airy, with plenty of natural light. Furnishings should be comfortable and functional, with storage solutions to keep the space tidy. Finally, consider adding some plants to purify the air and create a calm atmosphere.