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Best in Show

A Spotlight on the 2025 NKBA Kitchen & Bath Awards

NKBA Awards

NKBA Awards Gala at VisArts

The Baltimore-Washington Chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) gathered at VisArts in Rockville on June 12th to celebrate the winners of its 2025 design awards. H&D sponsored […]

Best in Show

Area designers submitted more than 105 entries to the 2025 Kitchen & Bath Awards, organized by the Baltimore-Washington Chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and sponsored by […]

First Place: Large Kitchen

Cabinetry in walnut laminate delivers durability and style. Calacatta Imperiale porcelain in a silk finish frames the island, which is equipped with an induction cooktop, and the backsplash, featuring a […]

Second Place: Large Kitchen

White-painted and rift-cut white oak cabinets complement quartz countertops and wide-plank oak flooring. The island’s cantilevered wood top offers a casual dining perch while clever storage solutions abound all around. […]

First Place: Large Bath

This modern, luxurious retreat boasts a zero-entry shower and a deep soaking tub. In the former, a combination of horizontal subway tile and vertically oriented wood-look tile creates a dramatic […]

Second Place: Large Bath

The newly expanded retreat was designed to balance innovation and style. A wide mirror is integrated into a custom vanity with reed detailing on its doors. The smart shower allows […]

First Place: Medium Kitchen

The project moved the kitchen to the rear of the home, expanding it by three feet. A wide window bathes the space in light and forges a strong connection to […]

Second Place: Medium Kitchen

Removing a wall between the row house’s galley kitchen and dining room made way for a furniture-style island. Elevated finishes range from polished quartzite countertops to antiqued-mirror panels and custom […]

First Place: Medium Bath

After the existing space was taken down to the studs, a new bath took shape, centered on a shower enveloped in marble and zellige tile with a niche in book-matched […]

First Place: Small Bath

Merging two closets into the existing bath establishes a spacious footprint. A vanity in marble and polished nickel sets an elegant tone; a niche houses a custom ledge. The Schumacher […]

Second Place: Small Bath

An asymmetrical vanity with a bow-front, 16-inch-deep walnut cabinet outfits the tiny powder room, introducing much-needed storage. Wall-mounted faucets and a mini sink deliver function and style. York’s Peacock wallpaper […]

First Place: Small Kitchen

The design team embraced the bones of the structure, balancing a modern aesthetic with vintage charm. Natural hickory cabinets with beaded insets stand out against wooden walls painted black. Gooseneck […]

Second Place: B+A

Custom, soft-taupe cabinets surround a walnut island. Brass lighting and hardware, along with polished-nickel plumbing fixtures, add a sophisticated touch. The range wall stands as a focal point, defined by […]

First Place: Specialty

Equipped with built-in desks and cozy seating, the enclosed space enables the owners to work at home; it doubles as a hangout for movie and game nights. A coffee bar […]

First Place: B+A

The Darnestown kitchen update traded a dual-height island for a single-level one, increasing work space. New, two-tone cabinets convey a furniture look and coordinate with a matching hood. Brushed-brass and […]

Second Place: Specialty

A temperature-controlled glass enclosure displays wine in what was a former dining room. Insulated walls and low-voltage LED lighting maintain optimal conditions. Wine is decanted and poured at a tasting […]

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