The Circular Kitchen: Sustaining Life Above Ground

  • Prize
    Honorable Mention in Interior Design
  • Designer
    Dinor Zahavi
  • Lead Designer(Other)
    Noam Alush
  • Photo Credit
    Dinor Zahavi And Noam Alush
  • School
    Shenkar College of Engineering, Design and Art
  • Location
    Tel Aviv, Israel
  • Project Date
    09.02.2025
  • Project Link
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The project proposes a future kitchen designed as a sustainable, closed-loop system that redefines the traditional linear model of food consumption. Instead of beginning with storage and refrigeration, the kitchen cycle starts with on-site food cultivation, creating a direct connection between growth, preparation, and consumption.

The kitchen integrates three self-growing methods: organic soil cultivation, mushroom growing under shaded and humid conditions, and hydroponic growing using the NFT method. These systems enable efficient food production within the domestic space while reducing dependence on external supply chains.

Water used in the kitchen is recycled through a filtration system and reused for irrigation, minimizing water waste and supporting continuous plant growth. Organic waste is processed through a built-in composter, transforming food scraps into fertilizer that nourishes the growing systems.

All kitchen components, including work surfaces and lighting elements, are made from recycled, non-flammable plastic, emphasizing material reuse and energy efficiency. Smart lighting systems automatically adjust light intensity according to plant needs and environmental con