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How to Make a More Sustainable Kitchen

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For instance, ENERGY STAR-qualified refrigerators use at least 15 percent less energy than all other types, but they use an impressive 40 percent less energy than conventional models that were sold in 2001. Recycled glass tile backsplashes. Compost your food waste. Image: Gary Perkin/Shutterstock. Cabinets made of reclaimed wood.

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San Francisco Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

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Kitchens include sleek, European-style flat cabinetry and brick backsplashes. Soma Residences Year Built: 2001 Number of Units: 278 Number of Layouts: 6 Rent: $2,527-$3,268 Highlights: For living space that’s less like an apartment and more like a home, Soma Residences creates a spacious townhome feel in the middle of the city.

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Chicago Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

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West Loop Apartments Average 1-Bedroom Rental Price: $2,115 Catalyst Year Built: 2014 Number of Units: 223 Number of Layouts: 16 Rent: $2,005-$4,280 Highlights: In the heart of the West Loop, bright interiors at Catalyst come fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows and designer kitchens (we love the mosaic tile backsplashes).

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New York Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Others are freshly built and showcase the latest architectural techniques. Chelsea is a haven for social diversity, which is reflected in its architecture. That incredible amount of diversity extends to the real estate market as well. This unique building, two blocks from Central Park, also includes a rooftop terrace and garden.