2026 Northern California NKBA Golden Gate Design Competition
Celebrating exceptional kitchen & bath design across Northern California
Zephyr is honored to be the sole sponsor of the 2026 Golden Gate Design Competition, presented by the NKBA Northern California Chapter. This annual awards program recognizes outstanding kitchen and bath projects that push design forward within our local design community.
Winning projects receive regional recognition, industry visibility, and are celebrated at the Annual Design Awards Gala.
Who Can Enter
- Design professionals within the NKBA Northern California region
- NKBA member and non-members
- Entrant must be the Designer of Record on each submitted project
Important Entry Details
- Projects must have been completed between January 1, 2023 and January 31, 2026
- Designers may enter multiple categories (one project per category)
- Past non-winning entries may be re-submitted
- Projects previously awarded outside of this competition are eligible
- Entry deadline: March 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM PT
- Entry fees apply and are paid directly through NKBA
Design Categories
Kitchen & Bath Sizes
- Kitchen: Small, Medium, Large
- Bath: Small, Medium, Large
Specialty Categories
- Powder Room
- Laundry Room
- Kitchenette, Wet Bar, or Service Pantry
- Best Before & After Kitchen
- Best Before & After Bathroom
Awards & Recognition
- Winners published in Modern Luxury: San Francisco and Interiors California
- Engraved trophies presented at the Annual Design Awards Gala
- Winning projects featured across NKBA Northern California digital platforms
- Awards Gala: August 27, 2026 (location to be announced at a later date)
Ready to Enter?
All submissions are managed directly through NKBA.
Visit the NKBA Northern California website to view full guidelines and submit your entry.
