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The Metamorphosis House In Chile

When it came time to redesign the family home, a son and his wife created a unique ocean front, solar powered home in Tunquen Chile. With gracious modern interiors and sprawling decks, this home is completely off the grid.

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    Hong Kong Space Saver

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    The Revived Pump House

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    The Arizona Straw Bale House

    World's Greenest Homes (06:16)

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    Casa Neverlandia

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    Living Roof and Waterfall A/C

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    The Futuristic Seattle Retreat

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    World Green Building Day

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    The Metamorphosis House In...

    World's Greenest Homes (05:01)

    When it came time to redesign the family home, a son and his wife created a unique ocean front, solar powered home in Tunquen Chile. With gracious modern interiors and sprawling decks, this home is completely off the grid.
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    The Grass Roof Bungalow

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Show host John Bell takes us inside the most stunning eco-friendly dwellings on the planet.