The NKBA Susquehanna Valley Chapter announced the winners of its 2025 Kitchen & Bath Design Awards during the biennial gala held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Yorktowne Hotel in York, Pennsylvania. The Winter Wonderland–themed event recognized outstanding achievements in kitchen, bath, and interior design across the chapter. The evening was emceed by Veronika Miller, Founder and CEO of M2 Connect.

“The Kitchen & Bath Design Awards celebrate the creativity, skill and professionalism of our members,” said Chapter President, Heather Rineer, NCIDQ. “Each project represents thoughtful design solutions that improve functionality while elevating the spaces our clients use every day.”

Event Leadership and Acknowledgments

The 2025 Design Awards Committee included: Jason Artus, AKBD (Dovetail Sales); elizaBeth Marcocci, CMKBD (Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry); Denise Newcomer, CKBD (Lezzer Lumber); Brian Miller, CMKBD (Excel Remodeling); Brittany Loeffler (White Good); Lisa Martin, CKD (Bluebell Fine Cabinetry & Design); Heather Rineer, NCIDQ (Rineer Designs); Rob Ross (Classic Rock); and Evan Smith (ADU Appliance).

The 2025 Board of Directors consisted of: President Heather Rineer, NCIDQ; Programs Chair Rob Ross; Membership Chair Evan Smith; Communications Chair Brittany Loeffler; and Secretary/Treasurer Lisa Martin, CKD.

The 2025 Chapter Sponsors included Cosentino, Kountry Kraft and Classic Rock. The 2025 Design Award Sponsors included ADU Appliance (Overall Event Sponsor), Kitchen & Bath Business Magazine (Media Partner), Würth (Drink Sponsor), Lezzer Lumber (Music Sponsor), and Modern-Aire Range Hoods (Floral Sponsor).

A panel of judges from the Michigan State and Central New York NKBA Chapters, Christie Dixon, CKBD; Trudi Smith; Lena McGuire; Carmela Downen; and Rob Stafford—evaluated all submissions based on The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) standardized criteria, including design solutions, application of design principles, creativity, visual impact, presentation quality and compliance with NKBA planning guidelines.

2025 Design Award Winners

Bathroom Categories

Primary Bathroom

• 1st Place: Whispering Wellness – Heather Rineer, NCIDQ, Rineer Designs
• 2nd Place: A Serene Shower Sanctuary – Brian Miller, CMKBD, Excel Remodeling
• 3rd Place: Aging in Style – Jim Mirando, Jr., CMKBD, Excel Remodeling

   

Secondary Bathroom

• 1st Place: My Sanctuary – elizaBeth Marcocci, CMKBD, Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry
• 2nd Place: Bath Time at Grandma’s – Jim Mirando, Jr., CMKBD, Excel Remodeling
• 3rd Place: Art Nouveau Inspired – Valerie Kissinger, CKD, Dimensional Designs Unlimited

   

Powder Room

• 1st Place: Moody Elegance – Brian Miller, CMKBD, Excel Remodeling

   

Recreation Space

• 1st Place: The Grande Project – Amy Sensenig, CKBD, TK Building + Design
• 2nd Place: Walnut Family Room Entertainment Center – Henrietta Heisler & Olivia Shaak, Henrietta Heisler Interiors
• 3rd Place: Family Basement – Alicia Goyette, AKBD, Excel Remodeling

Utility Space

• 1st Place: Timeless Tudor – Allison Ong Shreffler & Matthew Shreffler, Allison Ong Shreffler Architecture + Designer
• 2nd Place: Primary Bedroom – Kimberly Boomer, Fit and Finish Design

   

Showroom & Commercial Spaces

• 1st Place: Form and Function Workspace – Heather Rineer, NCIDQ, Rineer Designs
• 2nd Place: Pediatric Dentist Office – Kimberly Boomer, Fit and Finish Design

   

Kitchen Categories

Kitchens Under $75,000

• 1st Place: Art Nouveau Inspired – Valerie Kissinger, CKD, Dimensional Designs Unlimited
• 2nd Place: Family Kitchen – Alicia Goyette, AKBD, Excel Remodeling
• 3rd Place: The Tree House – Denise Newcomer, CKBD, Lezzer Lumber

   

Kitchens $75,000–$150,000

• 1st Place: Kitchen Dream Come True – Jim Mirando, Jr., CMKBD, Excel Remodeling
• 2nd Place: Pop of Color – elizaBeth Marcocci, CMKBD, Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry
• 3rd Place: Cucina Minimalista – elizaBeth Marcocci, CMKBD, Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry

   

Kitchens Over $150,000

• 1st Place: The North Star – Stacey Kocevar, CKBD, Stacey Kocevar Designs
• 2nd Place: Gourmet Grove – John Petrie, CMKBD, Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry
• 3rd Place: Culinary Creations – John Petrie, CMKBD, Mother Hubbard’s Custom Cabinetry

Best Before & After

• 1st Place: Heritage Reimagined – Heather Rineer, NCIDQ, Rineer Designs
• 2nd Place: Monochrome Modern – Allison Ong Shreffler, Allison Ong Shreffler Architecture + Designer
• 3rd Place: Art Nouveau Inspired – Valerie S. B. Kissinger, CKD, Dimensional Designs Unlimited

   

Judge’s Choice Award

The Judge’s Choice Award, presented to the highest-scoring project across all categories, was awarded to Stacey Kocevar, CKBD, Stacey Kocevar Designs, for The North Star. Judges highlighted the project’s balance of color, texture and proportion, its functional design features, including a hidden pantry and the clear articulation of client goals reflected in every design decision.

Celebrating Innovation and Excellence in Kitchen and Bath Design

The 2025 NKBA Susquehanna Valley Design Awards highlighted the region’s most innovative kitchen and bath projects, celebrating excellence in design, functionality and creativity. The biennial event reinforces the chapter’s commitment to advancing the industry and recognizing the expertise of its members. To learn more about the NKBA Susquehanna Valley Chapter, including membership, events, and resources, visit our chapter website here. 

To view the winning design projects, click here.

For additional images from the Winter Wonderland Gala, click here.

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About the NKBA Susquehanna Valley Chapter

The NKBA Susquehanna Valley Chapter is a key resource for kitchen and bath design professionals across Central Pennsylvania. As part of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the chapter promotes excellence, professionalism, and leadership in the industry. Its members include designers, remodelers, builders, contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers dedicated to creating functional and innovative spaces. The chapter supports professional growth through education, industry events, and collaboration, helping members stay current with evolving design standards and product innovations.

About the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 

NKBA is the not-for-profit trade association that owns the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS). With 55,000 members in all segments of the kitchen and bath industry, the NKBA has informed, educated, and supported the industry since the association was founded in 1963. The mission of the NKBA is to inspire, lead, and empower the kitchen and bath industry through community, professional certification, and learning and events. For more information, go to NKBA.org or call 1-800-THE-NKBA (843-6522). KBIS® and NKBA® are registered trademarks of the National Kitchen & Bath Association.