The Sustainable American Lifestyle

Throughout history notable technologies and changes made to the home were brought about by need and/or shifts in cultural habits. The bedroom because of the increased desire for privacy, the Great Room because of family equality, the L and U-shaped furniture arrangements in a living room because of the TV. So what are today’s needs? Many Americans have begun to embrace simple shifts in habit like recycling, taking public transit, and purchasing organic foods. While others are planting vegetable gardens at home, ditching the garbage disposal for an under counter composter, and committing to a paperless household. As more and more Americans begin to change their behaviors, the need for a new residential model will grow.