Award Winning Interior Design

Design Connection, Inc. has been the recipient of numerous design awards and recognitions from our professional colleagues.  While this professional recognition is always very gratifying, our greater satisfaction comes from the pleasure these clients/homeowners receive from their finished projects.  Our goal is always to deliver for them a one-of-a-kind space or home that flows seamlessly and reflects their unique lifestyles.  You may view our award winning projects listed below.

Master Bedroom Suite - Leawood, KS

Winner - 2011 The National Association of the Remodeling Industry
REMY Remodel of the Year Award - Best of Show

Winner - 2011 National Association of the Remodeling Industry
REMY Remodel of the Year - All Star Winner

Winner - 2011 American Society of Interior Design ASID
Heartland Design Award - Gold Award.

Our client came to us in need of a new Master Bathroom, Bedroom and Closet Suite. She was tired of the outdated look in need of a new and organized closet and her traditional furniture, accessories and wall treatments that were in dire need of a new face lift. What we created for her was a new Zen-like space that was up-to-date, functional and absolutely stunning.

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Lower Level - Carney, MO

Winner - 2011 National Association of the Remodeling Industry NARI
REMY Remodel of the Year for Design & Plans

Winner - 2011 American Society of Interior Design ASID
Heartland Design Awards - Gold Award

This small family, wanted to create a space in their unfinished basement that every member would enjoy. Their basement went from concrete walls to a warm, old world feel. We used natural elements, mixed with a Tuscan countryside color palette and dark accents, as well as some curves to keep it modern and interesting.

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Kitchen Remodel – Kansas City, Mo.

Winner - 2011 ASID Heartland Design Awards

Winner- 2011 KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards (Interior Kitchens)

Winner- 2010 National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Remy Honorable Mention ALL STAR Category (Plans and Spaces)

Our team was selected to create an updated, functional kitchen and hearth room in this circa 1926 home. We took the project from design concept and space planning, through material, cabinet and fixture selections and purchasing. In addition, we managed the overall project to ensure that all aspects met with our clients’ satisfaction. Throughout the project, we made all of our decisions and selections with an absolute commitment to respecting the original style of the home. The end result was a stunning integration of contemporary style within a traditional home.

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Master Bedroom Update - Leawood, KS.

1st Place Winner-2010 American Society of Interior Design (ASID) Design Excellence Award- Master Bedroom

Tasked with updating and transforming this master bedroom, we initially began with our space plan to ensure that the room could be used to its fullest potential. The clients wanted a dramatic, dark and elegant space – a cozy retreat from their busy lives. We designed this room with rich silk and mohair fabrics, bronze and black furniture and worn leather walls. The judges thought this space was beautiful and so did our clients.

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Home Design, Furnishing and Accessory, Kansas City, Mo.

1st Place Winner – 2009 American Society of Interior Design (ASID) Design Excellence Award – Residence under 3000 square feet

The client came to us to design and completely furnish an upscale condo at The Ravello in Briarcliff, Mo. Utilizing the C3 design process, the team provided space planning and architectural detailing, as well as the complete customized design, and furniture selection and purchasing. To achieve the custom look our client wanted, we made trips to outside markets to select and purchase the pieces we knew would be optimum in the space. Our selections included all of the furnishings, window treatments, accessories and even beautiful dishes and flatware to stock the kitchen. The client moved in with just his clothes, ready to make Kansas City his home.

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Lower Level - Leawood

1st Place Winner - 2009 American Society of Interior Design (ASID) Design Excellence Award

The client came to us wanting to update their 12-year-old lower level that had previously been set up to accommodate their children. The children were grown and the client wanted to use the space for entertaining frientds and family, and for viewing a large screen television with surround sound. A fully equipped kitchen was planned and a bar that could accommodate a caterer. Mission accomplished - the clients have been entertaining and enjoying their new space. This space has won an award for the Best of Show for the NARI National Association for the Remodeling Industry 2008 and the COTY National Award as well.

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Home Remodel – Overland Park, KS.

1st Place Winner – 2008 American Society of Interior Design (ASID) Design Excellence Award – Total Home Remodel

Our client was a long-time Overland Park resident who wanted to update her home – something she hadn’t done in 20 years. Using our unique C3 Design process, we provided custom plans for each room in the house along with a budget for achieving the designed look. In addition to providing complete project management services, we also selected and purchased carpet, painting and faux painting, window treatments, accessories, custom furniture and one-of-a-kind art pieces which gave her home a truly different look. By totally partnering with our client, we created a beautiful home that flows from space to space and that she will enjoy for years to come.

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New Home Construction – Kansas City, Mo.

1st Place Winner – 2007 American Association of Interior Design (ASID) Award of Excellence for Residence over 3000 square feet

Our client expressed the desire for a unique and custom home, totally unlike any others in the area. In response, our team put the C3 Design process fully to work to create this high-end home beautifully situated on a scenic bluff. We provided an end-to-end design solution – from initial space and architectural plans to full kitchen and bath design, to the final selection and purchasing of all furniture and materials. Given our client’s request for a one-of-a-kind look and ambience, we traveled to other markets to select and purchase just the right elegant window treatments, wallpaper, furniture, lighting, kitchen and bath fixtures and accessories. The home was developed in total collaboration with the client, resulting in a showplace reflective of her tastes and lifestyle

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Hearth Room Remodel – Leawood, KS.

Honorable Mention All Star – 2007 National Institute of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Remodel of the Year –Interior Specialty

As part of an overall home remodel project for our client, the Design Connection, Inc. team completely transformed an outdated hearth room and created a seamless flow into the home’s contemporary kitchen. Updating the woodwork, replacing brick with black granite, placing contemporary furniture and fabrics and other steps resulted in a seamless blend of traditional and contemporary and timeless style. This whole house remodel, update and furnish was well received by the NARI Tour.

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