10 off-grid homes for a self-sufficient lifestyle

From an isolated house in a Californian nature reserve, to a rural house in China that encourages villagers to be self-sufficient, here are 10 off-grid homes where people are living sustainably. 
Black Barn, England, by Studio Bark
Designed to have minimal environmental impact, this off-grid house by Studio Bark is fully powered by solar and bio-diesel.
It has a tapered form designed to help minimise heat loss, while the gable's glazing is slightly set back to help the building self-sh