Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove has announced the 13 global winners of its 2024-2025 Kitchen Design Contest.
Selected from 43 finalists, the winners were chosen by a panel of seven judges, all previous Kitchen Design Contest winners, following extensive review and deliberation at the brand’s headquarters in Madison, Wisc. Honorees represent a range of categories, including first, second and third place in Contemporary, Transitional and Traditional design, as well as First-Time Entrant, Small Space Kitchen and Best Use Outside of the Kitchen.
Now in its third decade, the biennial contest celebrates outstanding work by designers, builders, remodelers and architects who are pushing the boundaries of kitchen design and beyond.
Judge Mick De Giulio, president of de Giulio design, tells KBB, “Having been involved with the Kitchen Design Contest over the years as both a participant and a judge, I’ve always found it to be an incredibly inspiring experience. There’s something special about bringing together designers and architects from around the world, seeing how differently they approach their work, and having the chance to exchange ideas. The range of categories also allows very different kinds of projects and design strengths to be recognized. More than anything, I think it’s the people, the conversations and the shared enthusiasm for great design that have made the KDC such an important event in our industry for so many years.”
From more than 1,500 entries spanning 10 countries and 43 U.S. states, the 2024-2025 Kitchen Design Contest Global Winners rose to the top. Below, explore their award-winning projects and discover inspired ideas, thoughtful solutions and exceptional design from around the world.
All photos courtesy Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove.
Traditional Global Winners
First Place. Design: Brendan & Jillian Bader, Modern Nest. Santa Fe Hacienda reimagines the kitchen as a warm, furniture-like space that honors the home’s original curved architecture while embracing modern living.
Second Place. Design: Brandon LeRoy & Jeremy Jackson, Jackson LeRoy. Norman Manor was influenced by the homeowners’ travel in France, where they developed a deep appreciation for early French stone architecture built to endure.
Third Place. Design: Rebekah Murphy, Murphy & Moore Design. Designed for a 1930s Georgian-style home, the Bingley Kitchen is a study in restraint, craftsmanship, and timeless performance.
Transitional Global Winners
First Place. Design: Gladys Schanstra, Drury Design. Two Kitchens, One Home reimagines residential kitchen planning through a culturally responsive, lifestyle-driven approach.
Second Place. Design: Carrie Brigham, Carrie Brigham Design. Tudor Mod reinterprets traditional Tudor architecture through a contemporary lens, blending historic character with modern luxury.
Third Place. Design: Andrew Sheinman, Pembrooke & Ives. This kitchen was designed as a generous, open space that supports daily family routines while accommodating informal gatherings with ease.
Contemporary Global Winners
First Place. Design: Adam Kane, Adam Kane Architects. The Hanby Residence kitchen is a study in restrained contemporary design – where sculptural clarity, natural materials and abundant light come together in a space that is both serene and highly functional.
Second Place. Design: Daniel Boddam, Daniel Boddam. Sanctuary House positions the kitchen as the sculptural heart of a modern family home designed for entertaining.
Third Place. Design: Matthew Auerbach, TEYO. Camilla Kitchen was conceived as a timeless architectural composition – one defined by restraint, material integrity and quiet sophistication rather than trend-driven expression.
Small Spaces
Design: Stephen Jolson, Jolson. House of Light was conceived as a private, restorative home defined by light, spatial clarity and restraint within a dense urban context.
Best Use Outside the Kitchen
Design: Michelle Mawby, Lucid Interior Design Inc. In the Ravine Residence, the bar serves as both a walk-up service bar and a fully functional secondary kitchen, designed for a large, blended family that loves to entertain.
First-Time Entrant
Design: Tulika Datta, Poliform Toronto. Revy Mountain Home centers the kitchen within a remote, nature-driven setting, closely connected to its mountainous surroundings.
Student Winner
Design: Zeeko Papanicolaou. The Chrysalis Kitchen envisions the kitchen as both a restorative retreat and a social anchor within the home.
