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An Old-Fashioned Kitchen

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The centerpiece of Naomi Duguid and Jeffrey Alford's cabin is a wood-burning Woodsman camp range by Enterprise Fawcett in Sackville, New Brunswick, which they purchased new from a store in Toronto (from $1,000; 506-536-1160 or www.enterprise-fawcett.com). But the rest of the kitchen, from the wood planks on the walls to the dishes in the cabinets, is made up of recycled, salvaged or flea-market finds. Here, Danny Seo, an environmentalist and the author of the book Conscious Style Home, offers a few ideas for creating an old-fashioned, environmentally friendly kitchen.
—Beth Collins

Tiles Sandhill Industries in Boise, Idaho, sells recycled-glass tiles in 36 colors. The tiles take less than half as much energy to produce as ceramic tiles do; they can be used on nearly any surface—floors, countertops or walls (208-345-6508).

Floors EcoTimber sells reclaimed-wood flooring and alternatives such as bamboo (888-801-0855).

Countertops Any granite or marble dealer has stacks of leftover pieces, which you can use to create a durable and inexpensive mosaic-like countertop. Have the work done professionally to ensure you get a smooth, even surface.