How Can Modular Kitchen Layouts Be Remodeled Into Sustainable Kitchen Designs?

The Indian kitchen has different layouts, each of them based on the individual choice and the area of the kitchen allotted. But, is there a way to turn in these into more eco-friendly set-ups? 

Well, irrespective of the different kitchen layouts having different set of design, any kitchen can be turned into a sustainable one with just a few changes. You can start by changing its appliances, to installing a few plants within the boundaries and so on. Remodeling a kitchen into more sustainable one involves making environmentally friendly choices and adapting to practices that will reduce your kitchen's impact on the planet.

Top 5 ways to remodel different modular kitchen layouts to make them sustainable

Here are the ways how you can remodel your modular kitchen layout and make it into a more sustainable environment. Let’s take a look at them.

1.      Installing solar panels:

Many of you must have heard of the energy that is received from the sun. This energy is absorbed by the solar panels to make electricity. Thus, for turning the layout of a modern kitchen design into an environmentally-friendly one, start with installing solar panels. This will help in generating clean and renewable energy for you kitchen and other parts of the home.

2.      Buying appliances based on star rating:

These days, electrical appliances like refrigerator, induction, mixer grinder, etc.; all have a 5 star rating on them. The star rating on these appliances indicates the amount of energy they will save. The more the number of stars, the lesser will be the energy consumption. If you are going for a readymade modular kitchen, look for the ones that have energy-efficient appliances.

3.      Putting up with LED lightings:

LED lights consume much lesser amount of energy than the CFL bulbs. These are ideal for a sustainable kitchen layout. Not only do they save energy but also run for a longer period. Those who wish to install an aesthetic ambiance within the kitchen can easily rely on LED bulbs as they come in a variety of shapes, colours and designs.

4.      Creating more ventilated space:

To have efficient ventilation, try installing larger windows. This will allow the smoke to pass out and fresh air to come in. You might also want to install a kitchen chimney or a high-efficiency range hood for improving the air quality within the kitchen. A modular kitchen can be made sustainable only if the given methods are followed.

5.      Going for organic food over store bought:

If you are bent on creating an environmentally-friendly kitchen, you can set up a small gardening area within your house to grow small items. This will save you money, and help you ingest more organic food materials. The peelings of the fruits and vegetables can later be used as compost for the plants too!

These were some of the very important ways to transform different modular kitchen layouts into sustainable ones. Such kitchens are not only good for the human health but also make the kitchen look good.