HOUSE BEAUTIFUL GOES GREEN WITH HOLIDAY!

House Beautiful Magazine featured Holiday Kitchens Cabinets in their May issue.  I wrote about the project in my May 7th blog post.  I love the Holiday Kitchens line because they are truly a great value for a custom US manufactured cabinet.  This Kitchen of the Month, which  happens to be in the residence of Robert Kennedy Jr. and his family, showcases green, eco-friendly products.  Designer Robin Wilson used recycled wood, formaldehyde-free glues, low-VOC paints and stains.  With a little bit of thought you can incorporate some or all of these things into your new kitchen.  The best news is that it is even becoming more affordable to do so.  If you're not ready for the "full-on-granola-lifestyle", you can go green at your own comfort level.  Even simple habits like turning off the the lights and recycling your cans and cardboard can be a good start.  If you want to go further, there's always a new Holiday kitchen! 

THE KENNEDY GREEN HOUSE

Kennedy Green House: Designing an Eco-Healthy Home from the Foundation to the Furniture
For many years I have been pleased to work with cabinetry by Holiday Kitchens, Inc.  The Robin Wilson Home Custom Cabinetry by Holiday has been incorporated in the renovation of the private residence of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The cabinets are featured in three spaces including the kitchen, kitchenette and main laundry room.  The Kennedy Green House includes maximum energy and water efficiency fixtures, low VOC paints, reclaimed building materials and durable goods with low impact on the environment and indoor quality.  Robin Wilson is a bright and innovative designer who I had the pleasure of meeting at last year's Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS).  She has written a book about the experience called Kennedy Green House: Designing an Eco-Healthy Home from the Foundation to the Furniture. If you're looking for some green alternatives Holiday Kitchens  is a great resource for cabinets! Click here to see a video about the project