Saving space also means making every workstation more efficient than typical two foot deep cabinets. The 30" deep counter tops creates extra storage capacity below and above. Full height storage units, exposed on 3 sides (like the arched top Subzero 700 refrigerator/ freezer/pantry that includes 1-can-deep side pantries) eliminates the need for endless runs of wall hung top cabinets. So to create an efficient kitchen, only 3 to 4 pieces is all you need! And that saves building materials, another important "Green' strategy.