Then came the plumbing system, which can be
hooked to a pressurized water tank to provide running
water, even when the home is completely off -grid.
The roof was outfi tted with solar panels to power
the home’s appliances, exhaust system, and energy-
saving LED lighting. Outfi tting the kitchen and bath
with IKEA faucets and showers was an easy choice,
since all their fi xtures are designed to save energy and
water.
“Good interior design must have sustainability top
of mind. That means sourcing renewable, reusable,
and recycled materials wherever possible,” Stark says.
The design team used eco-friendly materials in as
many ways as possible, from walls made of ethically
grown pine, to modern cabinetry from the IKEA
KUNGSBACKA Kitchen series, made from recycled PET
bottles.
To keep the small space organized, multipurpose IKEA
furnishings were a must. The NORDEN Dining table
and MALM Storage bed each feature discreet storage
to keep the home functional and streamlined.Bringing it home:We believe small choices we make at home can have
a bigimpactontheworld.Andnomatterwhere
you live, IKEA off ers ways to reduce your impact
and streamline your life, at any budget. “We want
to make sustainable, stylish, aff ordable products
accessible to everyone,” says Stark. “It creates a
better everyday life.”So, how much style, storage, and sustainability can
you fi t inside 187 square feet? You’ll be surprised.ADVERTISEMENT
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