Photo Gallery :: Award-Winning Kitchens

Looking for kitchen design ideas? These creations garnered top nods at the 2010 NKBA Aloha Chapter Design Competition.

Editor’s Choice Award: Designer Shelley Tanner, CKD, of JohnCookKitchens won our pick and the NKBA’s top prize, the Phil Zweedyk Award, along with the Highest Technical Merit award. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
The granite countertop calls to mind the look of river rock, providing an adventurous twist to the otherwise traditional space. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
Moving the cooktop from the room’s perimeter countertops to a new location on the center kitchen island has become a common remodeling solution. Doing so provides greater usability and a better position to interact with guests. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
Old tongue and groove walls were replaced with wainscoting and chair rails to blend seamlessly with adjacent rooms. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
Maikai Loa Award, Technical Merit Award: Designer Breck Dangler, CKD, chose a neutral palette for this light-filled kitchen. Photo by Joanne Barratt
A peninsula-shaped ceiling soffit mimicks the shape of the island below. Photo by Joanne Barratt
A bult-in wine cooler and prep sink (left) make entertaining easy. Photo by Joanne Barratt
This kitchen’s main entryway is accessed through a stairway from a separate living area of the home. Photo by Joanne Barratt
Hanohano Award, Technical Merit Award: Warm wood tones and sophisticated black details lend an air of sophistication to this modern remodel. Designer: Judy Dawson, CKD, of DESiGNER Kitchens & Baths. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
Modern structural elements provide the perfect setting for showcasing art and collectibles. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
The kitchen’s cook and prep area is located around the corner from the main room, concealing it from guests. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
Everything in its place: creative angles make the best use of space and ensure all usable areas of the kitchen are accessible. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
A custom mail center, constructed at the end of the kitchen island, houses two rotating Lazy Susans for concealed storage and organization. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
Undercounter wine captains and plenty of storage abound for the homeowners’ collection of fine glassware. Photo by Scott T. Kubo
Technical Merit Award: A multilevel island system and functional work triangle make prep and cooking easy. Design by Breck Dangler, CKD. Photo by Joanne Barratt
Travertine flooring extends onto the lanai for a true indoor-outdoor look. Photo by Joanne Barratt
A light-colored granite countertop with flecks of black and white keep the space neutral. Photo by Joanne Barratt
Technical Merit Award: This lanikai kitchen was built with its spectacular Lanikai ocean views in mind. Designer: Hallie Len Wai. Photo by Robert Yueng.

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