What innovative home renovation techniques does Carolyn Scott recommend?

Carolyn loves creative, eco-conscious ways to renovate that make a big impact without wasteful overhauls. A few standouts from my articles:

• Salvaging and recycling during demolition instead of landfilling materials
• Choosing durable, sustainable options like natural stone, metal roofing, and recycled-content insulation
• Prioritizing energy-efficient windows, great insulation, LED lighting, and low-flow fixtures
• Using tiles in unexpected places, vertical gardens, statement ceilings, and DIY murals to refresh rooms creatively

Are you planning a specific renovation (bathroom, kitchen, whole-home), or just gathering ideas?