Alex Davies
Alex first came to TreeHugger as an intern in 2009, and has since then refused to leave. After four years at Macalester College in Minnesota and some time abroad, he is back in his native New York. He covers design, urban issues, and anything that catches his eye. Alex also writes for Discovery.com.
Latest Stories from Alex Davies - Page 3
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How to Make a Gorgeous Wooden Desk Fan and Heater
As the mercury rises, staying cool becomes a real challenge. Try making this gorgeous desk fan to keep your energy costs down.
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Has It Come to This? Solar Powered Toy Keeps Kids Playing Outside with Applause
The Son-X Octavia is a gadget attached to swing sets that makes noise to encourage kids to stay active and outdoors.
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Spiraling Tower Keeps a Tree Upright and Provides Amazing Views
A Guggenheim-inspired structure in Spain supports a palm tree and provides 360 degree views.
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Water Bottle Keeps Cool by "Sweating"
A clever water bottle uses condensation to keep its contents cool.
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Simple, Lovely Furniture Is Made from Salvaged NYC Wood
Yorkwood Co. is a Brooklyn-based design build firm that works only with materials salvaged from around New York City.
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Two Kids Go Superhero to Promote Solar Power
Brothers Carrick and Gareth McCullough geared up as superheros to advocate for the use of solar power in their town.
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Low-Tech Adjustable Glasses Will Bring Sight to the Developing World
Eyejusters are glasses that use a new technology to change focus, making them a great product for the developing world and those whose vision changes.
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More Trees = Less Crime in Baltimore, Study Shows
Researchers found that a 10 percent increase in trees roughly matched a 12 percent decrease in crime in Baltimore.
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London's High Tech Recycling Bins Coming to NYC
The LCD screen-equipped Renew Recycle Bin is coming to NYC after debuting in London earlier this year.
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Open Source Project Lets You Design and Build Your Own Chair
Software tool SketchChair will let users design and test chairs, then send them the plans to build them.
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Make Your Own Tablet Stand from Used Cardboard (Video)
A simple, open source design makes for an easy DIY tablet stand, from any piece of cardboard.
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Crumbling Austrian Hunting Lodge Converted into a Skatepark
An Austrian skateboarder added ramps to a decaying hunting lodge, making a "domestic skatepark".
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Seattle Tests LED Lighting for Safer, Brighter Streets (Video)
Seattle just released a video demonstrating tests the City carried out on the viability of energy-efficient street lighting.
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Turning NYC Water Tanks into Works of Art by Jay-Z, Jeff Koons & More
The "Water Tank Project" is raising funds to transform New York's water tanks into works of art.
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Real Life Superhero Builds an Armband Solar Generator for Those on the Move
A crime fighter, journalist and activist has developed a portable solar generator.
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Energy-Saving App Uses Webcam to Turn off Computer When You're Not There
A program uses a computer webcam to detect when the user is not present and trigger energy-saving mode.
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How to Make a Simple Solar Spa Heater on Your Roof
For $60 worth of materials, you can make your own water heater on your roof, for your spa, shower or sink.
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Folding Furniture Is Dining Table, Desk and Coffee Table in One
A table created by David Christian Koch serves transforms, without the use of tools.
