2026 Winner | 150-250 sqft Gold - Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath

245 square feet

 

Photography by Photography by Li

 

This kitchen reimagining strikes the perfect balance of elegance, function, and architectural refinement. Enlarged windows flood the room with natural light, while a widened doorway extends a gracious connection to the dining room, where botanical wallpaper frames the view like a living mural, drawing nature indoors.The cooking hearth, defined by a sculptural plaster hood, is flanked by veined marble shelving and brass sconces that lend the space a gallery-like quality. Honed marble surfaces provide a sense of quiet luxury, grounding the design in natural beauty. Infused with light, enhanced in flow, and enriched by its materials, this kitchen is more than a place to cook—it is the home’s gracious heart.

 

Why the judges love it: Soft greens and brass hardware and lighting create a light and airy feel in the room, while the large island and intentional addition of cabinets create a perfectly functional space.

 

Resources:

Granite: Two Rivers, Stone Fabricators

Plumbing Fixtures: Roth

Appliances: Subzero, Wolf

Lighting: Visual Comfort

Woodworking/Cabinetry: Mouser Inset Cabinetry - Karr Bick