The Eco House uses solar and wind power

Eco House manager Ase Wilson said Mr Crowther will live in an environmental fishbowl with visitors tramping through the house on a daily basis.

Ms Wilson said: "Visitors are allowed in five days a week. Not even his bathroom is private. The only room in the house that he can lock is his bedroom."

Mr Crowther, who is a singer and guitarist in the Leicester band Lucy Fantastic, said he took on the challenge because he desperately needed a place to live.

"I am a struggling musician and the idea of living in a 'green house' caught my attention."

He said he will probably play some music for people visiting the house, but added he is disappointed there is not an organic piano available.

The new resident, from Halifax, Yorkshire, said he loves to talk to people, so he is confident that living in a Big Brother situation will not be a problem.

Coffee and worms

Dubbed England's first green city, Leicester is showcasing its Eco House as an environmental showhome.

It is crammed with the newest technology, including solar and wind power generators.

The carpets are made from natural fibres, such as sisal.

There is an organic garden, a cafe, wormery and Eco Shop.

Mr Crowther will live rent free in the house, but must pay his own council tax and phone bill.