Finalist, 2024-2025 Kitchen Design Contest
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Curated Napa Living
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Set within a luxury residential development adjacent to a world‑famous Napa Valley resort, this project embodies an ethos of effortless living grounded in wellness, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for place. Designed to reflect the region’s distinctive light, climate, and agricultural history, these kitchens balance modern architecture with warm materials and richly layered textures. With the kitchen positioned as the heart of the home, every detail—from spatial flow to appliance integration—was carefully considered to create environments that feel curated, seamless, and inviting for everyday life.
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Key Highlights
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Resort‑Inspired Effortless Living
Anchored by the wellness‑driven ethos of the neighboring resort, the kitchens were designed to promote a sense of ease and refinement—spaces that feel luxurious yet relaxed, sophisticated yet approachable.
A Design Language of Warm Modernism
The design celebrates Edmond + Lee Architects’ signature warm modern aesthetic, blending clean architectural lines with rich neutrals, tactile surfaces, and layered textures that add depth and warmth.
Celebrating Napa Valley’s Landscape
Materials, colors, and finishes were selected to reflect the region’s unique character—its light, weather, and agricultural heritage—allowing the kitchens to feel intrinsically connected to their surroundings.
Seamless Integration Across Open Floor Plans
With modern open layouts, the kitchen was designed to integrate effortlessly into the larger living spaces, supporting both family life and entertaining while maintaining a cohesive architectural flow.
Flexible Appliance Packages with Unified Design
Working closely with Sub‑Zero, Wolf, and Cove, the design accommodates both base and upgraded appliance packages—ensuring consistent performance, aesthetics, and functionality across all twelve plan configurations.
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Primary entrant
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Vivian Lee
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Edmond + Lee Architects
San Francisco, CA, USA
San Francisco, CA, USA
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