How to Create a Sustainable and Aesthetically Pleasing Kitchen

Your kitchen is the heart of your home. Making sure you have planned it to get the balance right between aesthetics and sustainability is therefore integral. It may not be as simple as it seems, however. Fortunately, the friendly team at The Kitchen Store are on hand to help you get this right.

Creating A Sustainable and aesthetically pleasing kitchen

Creating a sustainable and aesthetically pleasing kitchen is a rewarding endeavour that enhances the heart of your home while minimising its environmental impact. Here’s a guide to help you achieve a kitchen that is both eco-friendly and visually appealing.

Start with the Right Sustainable Materials

When creating a sustainable design, one of the first things you’ll need to do is start with the right materials. Indeed, opting for sustainable materials is a crucial step in creating an eco-friendly kitchen. 

There are many different options you could potentially consider to this end. For example, bamboo is often an excellent alternative to traditional wood due to its rapid growth and durability. Meanwhile, for countertops, materials such as recycled glass or composite surfaces can provide a stylish and sustainable option. This is something our showroom staff can help with, allowing you to pick out the perfect materials for your design.

Energy-Efficient Kitchen Appliances

Your appliances will often consume a great deal of electricity - and making the wrong choice can strike a key blow to your home’s sustainability. Fortunately, many modern appliances can be both energy-efficient and stylish, making them an excellent option to consider. Such appliances not only reduce your carbon footprint, but also lower your energy bills. Coupled with more conservative energy use, this can save a significant amount of power in your home.

Water-saving fixtures for your kitchen

Unfortunately, not all kitchen appliances are created equal when it comes to water consumption, which can be expensive and damaging to the environment. As such, try to incorporate water-saving fixtures into your kitchen design. For example, low-flow faucets can significantly reduce your water usage; you could also consider integrating a greywater system, which recycles water from sinks and dishwashers for use in landscaping or other non-potable applications.

Sustainable kitchen lighting

Making sure your kitchen is well lit up is vital to creating an aesthetically pleasing space; however, getting the lighting wrong can be very damaging to the environment. Wherever possible, you should start by incorporating large windows or skylights; and, where you do need to add a little extra light, make sure you have opted for LED bulbs to reduce energy use.

Don’t Overlook Your Kitchen’s Floors

Chances are, when creating a sustainable and aesthetically pleasing kitchen, the floor will be one of your last considerations. However, this can still have a very significant impact on the space.

Sustainable flooring options include bamboo, cork, and linoleum, all of which are made from natural materials. These help reduce the impact of your new floor on the environment, while still providing a durable and long-lasting solution that will stand the test of time. 

Discover your Perfect New Kitchen Design Today

If you’d like to find out more about creating a sustainable and aesthetically stunning kitchen, our teams here at The Kitchen Store can help. We’re immensely proud to offer top-quality, high-end kitchen designs, and our passion is just part of why so many people choose to partner with our friendly experts. So, please don’t leave it to chance; contact us today to find out more.