(BPT) - If you're refreshing your kitchen or bath, you're probably looking for upgrades that look great, last for years, provide added functionality, and tread a little lighter on the planet. Kohler offers a surprisingly broad range of solutions — from water-saving fixtures to recycled-material designs — making it easier to build a greener home without sacrificing style or comfort.
Choosing sustainable solutions not only reduces environmental impact but also elevates the ease and functionality of your home, helping support a more balanced and wellness-focused daily routine. Below are ideas for sustainable, wellness-focused additions for your next renovation.
Repurposed for beautiful impact
Since 2017, Kohler WasteLAB, an innovation incubator within Kohler Co. that transforms repurposed industrial materials into design-forward handcrafted products, has turned byproducts into functional surfaces and home fixtures.
This innovative approach redefines sustainable luxury — embracing imperfection, material authenticity and expressive craft for the modern home with products like these:
Transcendence by Kohler WasteLAB x Nada Debs is a stunning tile collection crafted from nearly 100% recycled materials sourced from Kohler manufacturing processes, balancing traditional form, contemporary craft and sustainable innovation. The collection's new finishes — Emerald and Amber — join the existing Lake and Turquoise palette. The collection is distributed by Ann Sacks and is available in all Ann Sacks showrooms.
Kohler WasteLAB Vox bathroom sinks are made using over 70% recycled materials. Rectangular Vox vessel sinks offer a refined, minimalist form for everyday use, with a soft, stone-like surface and durable construction. The sink's sleek, contemporary design features a deep, symmetrical basin with rounded edges, available in dark gray Ashen or lighter Eggshell.
Kohler WasteLAB planters are designed to elevate indoor or outdoor spaces, moving beyond conventional silhouettes with a more expressive, enduring alternative in sculptural form. Each planter basin is molded from 75% reclaimed materials chosen for their strength, texture and visual character, paired with a cast iron stand that naturally develops a rich patina over time. The planters bring nature to any space, which fosters mental well-being and stress reduction.
Water savings with smarter showerheads
Kohler's showerheads demonstrate the company's mission to help people live gracious, healthy and sustainable lives by putting wellness and sustainability at the center of daily showering, along with real-time water savings.
Innovations like the Anthem EvoCycle smart shower system recirculate and filter water in a closed-loop mode, reducing water use by up to 80% while delivering a full, comfortable spray. Meanwhile, the new Kohler Parallel showerhead operates at just 1.25 gallons per minute (gpm) — half the flow of a standard 2.5 gpm showerhead. Parallel's efficiency uses 50% less water and carries the WaterSense® label, signifying it meets strict EPA standards for performance and reduced water usage.
Improved sustainability and well-being with an upgraded toilet
All Kohler Smart Toilets are EPA WaterSense® certified and operate at 1.28 gallons per flush (gpf) and below.
Veil smart toilets offer an impressive 0.8 and 1.28 gpf dual flush options, meaning homeowners do not have to sacrifice innovation for sustainability. Convenient features include heated seat, nightlight, hands-free opening/closing and automatic flush, plus a touchscreen remote.
Prefer a high-functioning standard toilet with sustainable features? Kohler offers over 80 models that are 1.28 gpf or lower. For example, Kohler Highline 1.0 gpf toilets feature Kohler's Revolution 360 technology, an advanced flushing system that uses a powerful swirling motion to thoroughly rinse the bowl.
Designed for those who view the home as a foundation for well-being, Kohler Health's Dekoda seamlessly integrates into the bathroom to deliver deeper awareness of daily health. The device discretely and seamlessly attaches to the toilet and provides insights into hydration, gut health patterns and blood detection, helping homeowners better understand their bodies through the rhythms of everyday life.
Cast-iron craftsmanship that's built to last
Longevity is one of the most sustainable design principles, and Kohler's cast-iron products embody that idea. Made in Kohler, Wisconsin, from at least 80% recycled materials, these pieces are exceptionally durable. The Artifacts freestanding bath adds rich color and heritage charm, while the Whitehaven farmhouse kitchen sink brings timeless durability to the kitchen with resistance against chipping, cracking or burning.
Faucets that balance beauty and water efficiency
A faucet refresh can instantly uplift a kitchen or bath — especially when paired with water-saving technology. Kohler's Artifacts, Occasion and Components bathroom faucets are WaterSense® certified at 1.2 gpm, combining elegant silhouettes with thoughtful engineering.
For those looking to reduce reliance on single-use plastic bottles, the Aquifer 4-in-1 beverage system delivers instant filtered still, chill, sparkling and near boiling water at the touch of a button. The faucet integrates directly into kitchen design while helping households cut down on waste. Cleaner, better-tasting water can also support hydration, a core pillar of overall wellness.
A one-stop shop for a greener renovation
Whether you're integrating recycled materials, adopting smart-water technologies, introducing wellness devices that offer peace of mind, or updating fixtures for greater efficiency, Kohler unifies these sustainable solutions under one roof so you can create a harmonious, eco-minded home throughout.
For more ideas and inspiration, explore sustainable options at Kohler.com.
