Habitats for (saving) humanity

DOUBLE UP Martin Felsen and Sarah Dunn live and work in one enviro-friendly space.

Photo: Anna Knott

As apartment-hunting season kicks into high gear and you’re combing Craigslist for your dream space, why not add another item to your wish list: a pad that’s earth-friendly.

	Green house effect: These eco-minded landlords and architects put their money where their home is.
	Emerald city: Looking for eco-friendly digs? These stylish buildings also have down-to-earth roots.
	Do try this at home: These pointers from our landlords and architects appeal to the penny-pincher and tree-hugger in all of us.
	Renew and improved: We give a Lakeview apartment an eco-friendly makeover—without sacrificing style.
	Eco maniac: Use plants, water filters, organic sheets and other earth-friendly goods to give your entire apartment a green sweep.
	Talking trash: Those moving supplies deserve a second chance.
	Let's stay together: For $450 rent, you get free food and utilities, and an easy way to live green. The catch: You have to share the space with 18 people.
	Co-opted: One TOC staffer finds there's more to communal living than cheap rent and free food.
	Corrode to joy: Composting is great for your plants and the environment—just watch out for the rats.
	Clean up your apt.: Enviro-friendly products versus good old chemicals: In an apartment-scrubbing smackdown, which comes out spotless?