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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.

By HOME Magazine (HOME Magazine Author)

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Create a sustainable kitchen by embracing eco-friendly design principles. Consider the "Four Rs" (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Reclaim) by using salvaged materials or updating existing cabinetry.

Choose sustainable products like FSC-certified timber, bamboo, and recycled composites. For a healthier home, select materials with low or no VOCs. Reduce long-term costs and environmental impact with energy-efficient appliances like induction hobs and modern LED lighting, combining style with sustainability for a greener home.

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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