Almost 200 KBDi members and guests came together at the W Hotel in Melbourne to celebrate the KBDi Design Awards 2024. Here’s a wrap up of all the National winners.
KBDi Australian Certified Designer of the Year 2024
Spacecraft Joinery – Nathan Wundersitz CKD Au
The specialist certified judging panel described this project as the perfect example of KBDi accredited qualities. The kitchen design is perfectly balanced, cleverly restrained and truly timeless. The designer overcame a number of challenges in the existing space, successfully creating a design that met the client’s brief for a ‘clutter-free, functional, open-plan space’. Much like the kitchen itself, the designer’s documentation was clean, clear and precise, earning a perfect score in the technical criteria. They deemed this entry an absolute hands-down winner and were delighted to award the entrant the esteemed title of KBDi Australian Certified Designer of the Year 2024.
KBDi Australian Kitchen Designer of the Year 2024
Birdblack Design – Sarah Nolen CKD Au, CBD Au
Sponsored by Hettich
A bold and striking design like this needs confident planning and highly detailed documentation. The designer ticked both of these boxes, resulting in a truly unique kitchen creation. The judges commended the designer on her aesthetic bravado and practical planning and deemed her the very worthy winner of the national title.
KBDi Australian Bathroom Designer of the Year 2024
GIA Renovations – Carmel Wylie
Sponsored by e&s Trading
The panel loved every part of this designer’s presentation. Her planning was thoughtful and comprehensive, and her material selections were on point. The designer created a beautiful spa-like bathroom for her clients and left no room for error in her documentation, demonstrating great capacity for both the creative and technical elements of design.
KBDi Outdoor Kitchens
Birdblack Design
Sponsored by Caesarstone
A fully fitted outdoor kitchen is the centrepiece of this reimagined rooftop. The penthouse apartment owners had avoided their over-exposed rooftop area for some time. When the design team took on the project, they cleverly converted the space into a Tuscan-inspired sanctuary. The judges commended the designers on their bold ambition and creative execution, deeming the project a well-deserved winner.
KBDi Laundries
Avid Interiors – Verona Searchfield
Sponsored by Luxe by Design
The designer of this lovely laundry went all out for a busy family of four to create a space that is as practical as it is pretty. She boldly stepped outside the footprint of the existing laundry, converting an unused spare room into a new multi-functional space. The client had a long list of wishes for the new laundry, and with some very clever planning, the designer ticked all the boxes.
KBDi Design Spaces | Commercial
Spacecraft Joinery – Nathan Wundersitz CKD Au
Sponsored by Cabinet Makes Insurance Brokers
The judging panel fell in love with both the inspiration and execution of this showroom centrepiece. The designer drew on memories of his grandmother’s kitchen, carefully recreating the era and essence of mid-century design. The designer’s own design statement summed up the project perfectly: “From its nostalgic elements to its seamless integration of modern functionality, this space invites visitors on a journey through time, celebrating the past while embracing the future of design.”
KBDi Design Spaces | Residential
Birdblack Design
Sponsored by Cabinet Makers Insurance Brokers
A great deal of thoughtful planning went into this home office design. The judges loved the design team’s attention to detail – curved drawer fronts link the secluded study to features throughout the home, as do the copper liquid metal benchtop and splashback. A Truffle White timber veneer and beautiful brass details add a surprising level of luxe, and ample accessible PowerPoints ensure the full functionality of the space.
KBDi Traditional or Themed Design 2024
Let’s Talk Kitchens & Bathrooms – Rhianon Hall
Sponsored by Cav’art Designer Stone
An 1800s homestead on a working sheep station received a remarkable reimagining at the hands of this designer. She cleverly reconfigured the rear half of the historic home, relocating the existing kitchen to a lighter and brighter space. The designer’s attention to detail was impressive, as was her respect for the property’s heritage. The judges commended her for her excellent execution of a traditional design.
KBDi Student Design
Sponsored by Laminam
Student Design – Kitchens
RMIT – Vicky Licha
Student Design – Bathrooms
TAFE SA – Fareeha Saif
KBDi First Time Entrant
Studio Soleil Interiors – Pia Watson
Sponsored by Blum
The judges adored this beautiful kitchen and were most impressed with the outstanding level of documentation presented. From the moodboards to comprehensive specifications and highly detailed plan sets, the designer has demonstrated an excellent capacity for design communication. they look forward to seeing much more of her work in future.
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