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Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Kitchen Designs for a Greener Home

Explore eco-friendly kitchen design with sustainable materials, reclaimed shelves, and avoiding VOCs.

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Create a sustainable kitchen by choosing eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient solutions. Consider reclaimed or repurposed items, or simply update existing cabinetry for a low-impact refresh.

Opt for sustainable materials like FSC-certified timber, bamboo, and recycled metals. For a healthier home, ensure paints, adhesives, and building materials are low in VOCs (volatile organic compounds).

Complete your green kitchen with energy-efficient appliances, induction hobs, and LED lighting to reduce long-term costs and your carbon footprint.

1. Start at the beginning

2. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Reclaim

Sustainability lies at the heart of this kitchen by Belinda George, from the reclaimed river rimu to the Aga with wetback functionality. Image: Simon Devitt

3. Everything and the kitchen sink

4. Breathe easy

This kitchen, in Meadowbank House by Piper Architects, features an induction cooktop. Image: Simon Devitt

5. The future is now

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