The KBDi Designer Awards 2019 were held earlier this month at a fabulous gala event in Melbourne. Here are the winners from the NSW chapter.
Bathroom Designer of the Year NSW
Winner: Darren Genner CKD Au
The judging panel commended this designer on a stand-out resolution of a complicated space. The client’s brief was demanding, and the restraints of the existing space were substantial. With some intelligent planning and delightful detailing, the designer overcame all challenges, creating a stunning bathroom and a well-deserved win.
Kitchen Designer of the Year NSW
Winner: Dean Welsh
The judges described this kitchen as a ‘stunning showcase of surfaces and a spectacular reconfiguration of space’. With a striking dolomite benchtop and splashback taking centre stage, and chocolate oak veneers adding warmth and texture, the kitchen sits boldly amidst a raw concrete and bricked-wall backdrop. The practically-designed space flows seamlessly to an internal courtyard and formal living areas, and was declared a worthy winner by the panel.
Master Suites NSW
Winner: Simona Castagna
Kitchens Plus NSW
Winner: Shane Shaheen
Large Bathroom NSW
Winner: Darren Genner CKD Au
This bathroom also won the Bathroom Designer of the Year NSW Award.
Small Bathroom NSW
Winner: John Cullen
Large Kitchen NSW
Winner: Dean Welsh
This kitchen also won the Kitchen Designer of the Year NSW Award.
Small Kitchen NSW
Winner: Andrew Wright CKD Au, CBD Au
For more information on all award winners visit https://www.kbdimembers.org.au/2019-designer-awards-winners/ and stay tuned for more state winners coming soon!
