Cabinet Detail - Roll out Trays - Green Home Remodel – Clean and Green on a Budget – with Flair Close up shows roll out trays to keep pots and pans close at hand. Today many families with young children put health and safety first among their priorities for their homes. Young families are often on a budget as well, and need to save in important areas such as energy costs by creating more efficient homes. In this major kitchen remodel and addition project, environmentally sustainable solutions were on top of the wish list producing a wonderfully remodeled home that is clean and green, coming in on time and on budget. ‘g’ Green Design Center was the first and only stop when the homeowners of this mid-sized Cape-style home were looking for assistance. They had a rough idea of the layout they were hoping to create and came to ‘g’ for design and materials. Nicole Goldman, of ‘g’ did the space planning and kitchen design, and worked with Greg Delory of Greg DeLory Home Design for the exterior architectural design and structural design components. All the finishes were selected with ‘g’ and the homeowners. All are sustainable, non-toxic and in the case of the insulation, extremely energy efficient. Beginning in the kitchen, the separating wall between the old kitchen and hallway was removed, creating a large open living space for the family. The existing oak cabinetry was removed and new, plywood and solid wood cabinetry from Canyon Creek, with no-added urea formaldehyde (NAUF) in the glues or finishes was installed. Existing strand woven bamboo which had been recently installed in the adjacent living room, was extended into the new kitchen space, and the new addition that was designed to hold a new dining room, mudroom, and covered porch entry. The same wood was installed in the master bedroom upstairs, creating consistency throughout the home and bringing a serene look throughout. The kitchen cabinetry is in an Alder wood with a natural finish. The countertops are Eco By Cosentino; A Cradle to Cradle manufactured materials of recycled (75%) glass, with natural stone, quartz, resin and pigments, that is a maintenance-free durable product with inherent anti-bacterial qualities. In the first floor bathroom, all recycled-content tiling was utilized from the shower surround, to the flooring, and the same eco-friendly cabinetry and counter surfaces were installed. The similarity of materials from one room creates a cohesive look to the home, and aided in budgetary and scheduling issues throughout the project. Throughout the project UltraTouch insulation was installed following an initial energy audit that availed the homeowners of about $1,500 in rebate funds to implement energy improvements. Whenever ‘g’ Green Design Center begins a project such as a remodel or addition, the first step is to understand the energy situation in the home and integrate the recommended improvements into the project as a whole. Also used throughout were the AFM Safecoat Zero VOC paints which have no fumes, or off gassing and allowed the family to remain in the home during construction and painting without concern for exposure to fumes. Dan Cutrona Photography

Complete Home Renovation- Cottage Transformed to Urban Chic Oasis - 50 Shades of Green In this top to bottom remodel, ‘g’ transformed this simple ranch into a stunning contemporary with an open floor plan in 50 Shades of Green – and many, many tones of grey. From the whitewashed kitchen cabinets, to the grey cork floor, bathroom tiling, and recycled glass counters, everything in the home is sustainable, stylish and comes together in a sleek arrangement of subtle tones. The horizontal wall cabinets open up on a pneumatic hinge adding interesting lines to the kitchen as it looks over the dining and living rooms. In the bathrooms and bedrooms, the bamboo floors and textured tiling all lend to this relaxing yet elegant setting. Cutrona Photography Canyon Creek Cabinetry

Inspiration for a small eclectic u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass countertops, blue backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

This charming kitchen includes sustainable bamboo cabinetry, Eurostone Countertops, and recycled glass tile from Oceanside tile. Photo by Paul Schraub Photography

Example of a small eclectic u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass countertops, blue backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

Kitchen Remodel in Upper Manhattan. Blue tiled floor and light wood cabinets with recycled glass counter tops. KBR Design & Build
Example of a small tuscan u-shaped porcelain tile enclosed kitchen design in New York with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, recycled glass countertops and an undermount sink

Remodel utilizes an undermount farmhouse sink (Kraus) with a pull down faucet (Giagni) available at Lowe's
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Kitchen Remodel in Upper Manhattan. Mediterranean style back splash with recycled glass counter tops. KBR Design & Build
Example of a small tuscan u-shaped porcelain tile enclosed kitchen design in New York with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, recycled glass countertops and an undermount sink

Kitchen Remodel in Upper Manhattan. Mediterranean style back splash with recycled glass counter tops. Stainless steel appliances with light wood cabinets. KBR Design & Build

Beautiful kitchen remodel that includes bamboo cabinets, recycled glass countertops, recycled glass tile backsplash, and many wonderful amenities for organizing.

Inspiration for a small eclectic u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass countertops, blue backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

This Diamond Cabinetry kitchen designed by White Wood Kitchens reflects the owners' love of Cape Life. The cabinets are maple painted an "Oasis" blue. The countertops are Saravii Curava, which are countertops made out of recycled glass. With stainless steel appliances and a farm sink, this kitchen is perfectly suited for days on Cape Cod. The bathroom includes Versiniti cabinetry, including a vanity and two cabinets for above the sink and the toilet. Builder: McPhee Builders.

This Diamond Cabinetry kitchen designed by White Wood Kitchens reflects the owners' love of Cape Life. The cabinets are maple painted an "Oasis" blue. The countertops are Saravii Curava, which are countertops made out of recycled glass. With stainless steel appliances and a farm sink, this kitchen is perfectly suited for days on Cape Cod. The bathroom includes Versiniti cabinetry, including a vanity and two cabinets for above the sink and the toilet. Builder: McPhee Builders.

Beautiful kitchen remodel that includes bamboo cabinets, recycled glass countertops, recycled glass tile backsplash, and many wonderful amenities for organizing.

This galley kitchen in a modern pool house has a view to the pool and hot tub beyond. Penny rounds and coriand countertops give the kitchen a sleek but decorative line.

After: 1940's Kitchen Remodel utilized Schuler Cabinetry (exclusively at Lowe's), Curava Recycled Glass Countertops, 12" x 24" Porcelain Floor Tile (Leona Silver Glazed), Whirlpool Stainless Steel Appliances.

Kitchen Remodel in Upper Manhattan. Mediterranean style back splash with recycled glass counter tops and light wood cabinets. KBR Design & Build
Inspiration for a small mediterranean u-shaped porcelain tile enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, recycled glass countertops and an undermount sink

This Diamond Cabinetry kitchen designed by White Wood Kitchens reflects the owners' love of Cape Life. The cabinets are maple painted an "Oasis" blue. The countertops are Saravii Curava, which are countertops made out of recycled glass. With stainless steel appliances and a farm sink, this kitchen is perfectly suited for days on Cape Cod. The bathroom includes Versiniti cabinetry, including a vanity and two cabinets for above the sink and the toilet. Builder: McPhee Builders.

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Small minimalist u-shaped concrete floor enclosed kitchen photo in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass countertops, blue backsplash, glass sheet backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula