Nobody wants the frowns of disapproval that accompany an unsustainable home, and never is this more important than when introducing new spaces such as a bespoke kitchen. Thankfully, simply by considering a bespoke kitchen you are already making an ecologically astute move, because personalised kitchen designs are inherently more sustainable than their mass-produced counterparts.
Today, our specialists will discuss the ins and outs of bespoke kitchen sustainability, and the opportunities that are waiting in your new custom kitchen design.
Quality Qualifies
Designing and creating a kitchen that will stand the test of time is one of the most sustainable choices anyone can make. Inadequate kitchens rapidly fall apart with even minimal daily wear and tear, and the result is unnecessary waste. Investing in high-quality natural materials crafted by experts ensures your kitchen is built to last. Designed for your purpose, built for your purpose, and ideal for your purpose, a bespoke kitchen will never harm the environment by ending up in landfill.
Appliances May Vary
Kitchen appliances can be one of the most challenging aspects of sustainability, selecting appliances with an A+ rating is essential. Thankfully, bespoke kitchen designers often have sustainability at the heart of their philosophy, so A+ rated appliances are available in designs that span the whole spectrum from vintage to modern. The size of appliances can also make a significant difference to the overall energy efficiency of a space. Scaling the size of the appliances to match the needs of your family is an excellent method for improving the carbon neutrality of your household.
Distance Makes A Difference
Frequently, kitchens carry a hidden environmental impact well before they are installed in your home. For instance, if they are manufactured in China, the cumulative cost in industrial waste and shipping can be vast. Contrastively, choosing local materials, appliances, and contractors reduces the number of miles, eliminating unnecessary fuel consumption. Local materials can also add deep, authentic value to a home, so sustainable choices can have benefits that help to protect the environment in multiple, complimentary ways.
Refurbishing – The Hidden Gem?
Upscaling and upcycling are trending terms and can be applied with stunning effect when working with a skilled designer. Upcycling involves breathing new life into old furniture, which can range from reinventing it with a delicate splash of paint to disassembling it and repurposing it as something else altogether. Before consigning your current kitchen to landfill, think creatively about any elements that might be disguising a bright future. If in doubt, ask an expert to cast their experienced eyes over your kitchen. You may be surprised by how many refurbishing opportunities might be hiding in plain sight.
Next Steps
Placing sustainability at the heart of your bespoke kitchen is an astute way to protect the environment. To discuss the creative solutions to ecologically sensitive kitchens, contact the team at Drew Forsyth today.
