You do not need a beige kitchen to make a lower-waste choice.

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That’s why this project by Evie Kemp matters.

I think one of the biggest problems in sustainable design is that people still assume “better” materials have to come with a certain 'eco' look.

You know - wood and white. Evie's kitchen is doing the exact opposite.

It’s bold. Personal. Full of taste. The benchtop, side panels and toekick are made from Evie's own custom Cleanstone blend called 'Chaos' - made from 100% recycled plastic packaging.

While all the drawer fronts and cupboard doors are made from 5 different earthy Cleanstone colourways, all made from 98% recycled soft plastics with a 2% natura pigment blend.

For me, this is my key takeaway:

A good material choice should not force you into one look.
It should give you more freedom, not less.

So when you’re choosing materials for a kitchen, fit-out or hospitality space, I reckon there are only four questions that really matter:

Does it last?
Does it let you be bold?
Does it help cut waste?
Does it feel good enough to live with every day?

That’s why I rate this project. It doesn’t scream “eco”.
It just feels like a great kitchen first. A calm but colourful one at heart.

And honestly, This is the shift sustainable design needs.

If you know someone who still thinks lower-waste design has to look soft, beige or boring — send this to them.

What’s one material you’d love to specify more, but clients still hesitate on?

Jump on Cleanstone.criticaldesign.nz if you're working on a sustainable fit out and I'll call you within a day.

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