2015 Wood Diamond Award

Main Category: Kitchen
Sub Category: Design
Dollar Amount: Over $25,000

What materials/species were used in this project/item?
Cabinetry was manufactured in Columbia Forest Products natural Sapele finished in ML Campbell Crystal clear coat conversion varnish and
encompasses Grass side mount full extension drawer guides, Hafele European style hinges with integrated soft close feature.

Describe, in detail, the project/item’s construction.
The project was part of a complete, whole house renovation that encompassed a complete overhaul, not only in space, but in style of the residence. The customers were a couple of well experienced and seasoned architects who not only knew exactly the look they were going for, but had a very discerning eye for detail. This project encompassed several challenges – to fully understand the the look, while in overall appearance is simple yet challenging to understand the components and to execute functional cabinetry seamlessly while adhering to the overall streamlined design concept. Natural Sapele became the choice wood which would become an overall design feature to complement the style and design.

What is the most unusual aspect or outstanding characteristic of this entry?
Understanding the intricacy and converting that into functional cabinetry was challenging and took several mock-ups in the shop to insure the finished product would install correctly in the field and be the “vision” of the owners. Accommodating and integrating depths and waterfall ends of the quartz countertops required careful and decisive planning. Another challenge was how to safely integrate the commercial grade Teppanyaki grill while keeping the overall design aesthetically pleasing. The grill bears an enormous amount of weight and while in use reaches temperatures in excess of 500 degrees and is designed and intended to be a freestanding. To further complicate cabinetry construction, the actual unit had little with regard to specifications and arrived only a few days prior to cabinetry installation, but had to be precise in execution to maintain the overall look.

List any items that were outsourced.
Grass functional hardware, Hafele European with soft close feature, ML Campbell finishing products

How being a member of the CMA has benefited you and/or your business.
As the CMA expands its customer recognition, our recognition for being a CMA member increases, as well as our reputation for being a leader in the cabinetry industry in our area. Additionally, the information received from our association with other members and the forums has proven itself invaluable on many occasions.
Recruitment of new business opportunities – the first job to come to us through our membership with the CMA – and that it has proven to be a stellar vendor/customer relationship, and others that have followed.