Circular design without concessions: it can be done!

Thus architects retain their aesthetic freedom with certainty

How do you combine sustainability with aesthetics, quality and functionality in times when it is imperative that materials really - but really - have little or no impact on the environment? Architects know that this requires innovative solutions. That is why they are increasingly choosing Greengridz®, a circular furniture panel that has fundamentally changed interior, kitchen and furniture construction in recent years.

Sustainable materials are often associated with concessions on strength, aesthetics or workability. This is not the case with Greengridz. "There is no more sustainable alternative. It's as simple as that. If you use Greengridz, there are zero concessions on quality," says Ben van Elk, marketing director at Dekker Zevenhuizen. 

With this statement, he gets to the heart of what makes Greengridz unique: a furniture panel that is lightweight, robust and fully circular. The patented grid system ensures extremely efficient use of materials. Depending on the panel thickness, up to 90% less raw material is required than traditional solid furniture panels. This means not only a substantial reduction in CO2 emissions during production and transport, but also a significant reduction in waste. Moreover, the panel consists of wood sourced from managed forests and is biodegradable, making it one of the most responsible choices on the market. "This seems like a good story that can also be told by architects to their clients."

Applicable in any design

However, durability alone is not enough. After all, architects also look for materials that offer aesthetic freedom and adapt to a variety of design requirements. Greengridz also excels in this area. "It is applicable in any design. From luxury print to warmth or robust," Van Elk said. "Whether it's for sleek, minimalist interiors or just a warm, natural look, Greengridz provides a solid foundation for any design of any kind of countertop. Whether this is a desk or kitchen worktop or something for the dining table." 

Greengridz: a proven concept

In an industry where innovation is often accompanied by skepticism, it is important that new materials prove themselves in practice. "Greengridz has been in development for more than 10 years. It has already been sold in the Netherlands far more than you might think at first glance," Van Elk says. "This means that architects can confidently include the material in their specifications, knowing that the product has already been used successfully in a variety of projects. Moreover, it is not only circular, but also safe. The composite wood parts meet the strict requirements of TSCA Title VI/CARB, which guarantees that the material has minimal emissions of volatile organic compounds and contributes to a healthy living environment." Moreover, by choosing Greengridz, architects not only take responsibility in the chain, but also contribute to a systemic change in construction. Less use of materials, less CO2 emissions and less waste: the impact is tangible and directly measurable.

"Sustainability and design thus go hand in hand," Van Elk concludes. "With Greengridz, architects get their hands on a material that is not only a responsible choice, but also offers maximum creative freedom because it can be finished with all colors of HPL. This paves the way not only for circular architecture, but also for inspiring and aesthetically pleasing designs."