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Crystal Springs Barn Kitchen
When an old barn got new life, its first floor was transformed into a cooking, living, and dining space, with an artful blend of materials contrasting old and new, rustic and sophisticated.
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Crosby Kitchen
The Crosby Kitchen won a Watermark Grand Award for its rich wood finishes and practical ideas that make it a dream kitchen for any serious cook.
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Piper House
Piper House sets a standard that all model houses should look to, which is how its kitchen nabbed a Grand Award. An old English scullery theme is updated with contemporary touches and luxurious materials, setting a high bar for production housing.
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Rethinking the 50-by-100 lot
Both elevations and design options are expanded in a 70-foot-by-70-foot lot as opposed to a 50-by-100.
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Tremont Kitchen
“Full of good ideas,” said the judges, who gave this kitchen an Award of Merit.
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Elizabeth Street Master Bath
This bath features a clever turn on the wet room, with the bathtub set inside the shower. It earned a Merit Award for that design, for its luxurious finishes, and for deftly balancing privacy with a connection to the outdoors
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Robin’s Way Master Bath
This master suite addition won an Award of Merit for its a master bath. Inspired by the homeowners collection of objects, the master bath has a vanity made of salvage wood and a ceiling finish of woven rope. An one-off, hand-hewn feel is the result.
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Pima Canyon Kitchen
The Pima Canyon home won an Grand Award for its master bath and the kitchen won an Award of Merit. Indoor-outdoor connections, an interesting an varied palette, and an open-plan design that emphases high function all grabbed the judges’ attention. Online only; slideshow included.
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A Sink With a View
A deft remodel in a center-plan Colonial opens up the kitchen to views of Rock Creek Park. The main island anchors the space, drawing guests in while steering them clear of the cook’s space. For these accomplishments, the kitchen won a Merit Award.
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Baileyana Powder Room
The Baileyana Powder Room won an award of merit for its deft and appealing use of materials. It’s a great example of stylish high function in a small space.
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