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Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Kitchen Design Contest Finalist, Dovide Secter of Secter Architecture Design from Winnipeg, Mb, Canada

Courtyard House

FINALIST, 2022-2023 KITCHEN DESIGN CONTEST

Dovide Secter

SECTER ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN

Winnipeg, MB, Canada

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From Prep to Party, This Kitchen Is Perfect for Its
Frequent Hosts

This Winnipeg kitchen is more than a place to cook; it’s a thoughtfully designed way of living for the homeowners and frequent hosts. Natural light pours through floor-to-ceiling windows, fostering an immediate connection to the outdoors, while the prep areas conceal the inevitable messes and clutter of the family’s large gatherings. Every detail supports a lifestyle of sophisticated entertaining, where beauty and practicality coexist harmoniously.


Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Kitchen Design Contest Finalist, Dovide Secter of Secter Architecture Design from Winnipeg, Mb, Canada
Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Kitchen Design Contest Finalist, Dovide Secter of Secter Architecture Design from Winnipeg, Mb, Canada
Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Kitchen Design Contest Finalist, Dovide Secter of Secter Architecture Design from Winnipeg, Mb, Canada
CONCEALED FUNCTION IN BUTLER’S PANTRY

The aesthetics of the home remain undisturbed thanks to the discreet butler's pantry. Equipped with paneled Sub-Zero Refrigeration, Wolf E Series Ovens, food storage, and a clean-up area, the pantry enhances functionality without sacrificing style of the main kitchen.

SEAMLESS INDOOR-OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING

A counterbalanced pass-through window bridges the indoor kitchen with the outdoor barbecue and entertainment zone. Countertops and finish materials extend outdoors, enhancing the visual flow between the spaces and making both food preparation and interaction with guests seamless.

MAXIMIZED NATURAL LIGHT AND OPENNESS

Floor-to-ceiling windows bring abundant natural light into the kitchen, while thoughtfully designed courtyards maintain privacy from the street. Meanwhile, the openness of the kitchen and adjacent living and dining areas preserves connections between the home cooks, their family, and guests.

AMPLE STORAGE SOLUTIONS

A comprehensive inventory of the homeowners’ existing kitchen equipment allowed for a meticulous layout. Dedicated storage for formal glassware, daily-use items, and countertop appliances ensures everything has its place, keeping the kitchen organized and clutter-free.