The $70 Egg Tray and the Last Inch of Convenience
We’re on the brink of an explosion in home automation. All of the technologies that make it possible are moving forward at light speed now. The only question is:… read more
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What kind of home will Baby Boomers buy when they Downshift?
Tens of millions of baby boomers are going to downshift over the next couple of decades. That means they will be in the market for new, more modest homes…. read more
Direct Economy in Action: Mushroom Micro Farming
Here’s an interesting example of the direct economy in action. A couple of entrepreneurs I know wanted to build a mushroom business in part of a home they… read more
Example of the Home “Stack” in Action
Here’s an idea for how it can be reinvented as a close ally in support of your family’s pursuit of the American dream. I’m going to use the platform… read more
Where are the Lawns in the US?
Home’s that already have lawns are prime candidates for foodscapes. The total surface area devoted to lawns is about 1 trillion square feet, more than enough space to radically… read more
Using a Home to Incubate Start-Ups
I’m currently thinking about this question: How may start-ups can you incubate at home? NOTE: A start-up is a new company that’s pulled together to tackle a business opportunity…. read more
Why is Farming Becoming a Service?
Farming is becoming a service delivered to the homeowner. Here are some reasons why: Taste. Experience/meaning. Learning (why and how it works like that). Price/frugality. Safety (GMOs). Aspiration (it’s… read more