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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.

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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