People living in quaint but attractive regions know how much pollution tourism brings. I have experienced this too, but I never felt motivated enough to take action like Brazilian educator Edna Dantas and her daughter, fashion designer Maria Gabrielly. Seeing piles of glass bottles scattered around their hometown, they decided to do something about it by turning that trash into a home. The duo has built the “Salt House” using about 8,000 recycled glass bottles. It is more than just a sustainable home – it is a call for decent housing and shows the deep respect the local people have for the environment.
The idea sprouted during the pandemic, when they noticed the accumulation of waste on the beaches, especially glass, brought by uncontrolled tourism. The mother and daughter duo have spent two years building the structure using wood, tiles from recycled materials, and pallet dividers. It now serves as an Airbnb rental for guests, perfect for those who respect every effort to save nature.
Located on an island in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil, known for its pristine beaches and biodiversity, this unique house utilizes discarded glass bottles in the walls. The different colors of bottles bring a unique glow when the sun rises and sets in the evening. This way, you can connect with nature ecologically and comfortably.
The Salt House offers a cozy living room with a comfortable chair, a bench, and a hammock for guests to relax. There is a small TV for entertainment, while a window invites you to enjoy the outside views. The kitchen is compact but has the basic essentials to cook your meals.
Outside, guests can gather around the fire pit or BBQ grill in the backyard, and there is an outdoor dining area perfect for enjoying meals under the stars. The locked bedroom comfortably sleeps two people, and a shared bathroom includes a vanity, toilet, and shower.
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The two environmental activists who have been raised in a tradition of caring for the earth view the Salt House as an ancestral response. “We live close to nature. This is not just activism; it’s part of our culture and how we live,” adds Gabrielly.
The Salt House is more than a symbol of sustainability – it also challenges the role of black women in civil construction and structural racism. “Many doubt our ability to be black women. But this house has our signature, it’s our technology,” says Edna.
If you want to experience the unique abode in real, it can be rented for a mere $30 per night for two guests from Airbnb.
Via: AS
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