ATLANTA—The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) announced the winners of its 14th annual Wood Diamonds Awards contest on August 7 at a reception during IWF. Felipe Torres Espino of Torres Espino The Craftsman, located in Weslaco, Texas, received the Best of, Best Overall award.
Torres Espino described his winning project, a two-story library, as “a haven of warmth and elegance, thanks to its rich alder wood paneling stained in soothing, deep tones. The space feels traditional and refined, with beautiful moldings and trim that show off the craftsmanship in every corner. Soft-close drawers and doors add a modern touch of convenience, while the extensive shelving offers a generous amount of space for books and cherished mementos.
"Black metal railings on the upper floor blend subtly with the traditional decor, complementing without overpowering the room’s historic feel. This library isn’t just a study space—it’s a warm, inviting sanctuary perfect for quiet reflection and enjoyment of the written word.”
The first-place winners by category are listed below. For more details and photos of all projects, visit www.cabinetmakers.org/2024-winners.
COMMERCIAL: |
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HOSPITALITY | Fairfield Woodworks (Lancaster, OH) |
MEDICAL | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
RETAIL | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
RESIDENTIAL: |
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BATHROOM – FACE FRAME (UNDER $10K) | Timbercraft Cabinetry & Woodwork (Paola, KS) |
BATHROOM – FACE FRAME (OVER $10K) | Red Beard Cabinets (West Line, MO) |
BATHROOM – FRAMELESS (UNDER $10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
BATHROOM – FRAMELESS(OVER $10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
EXTERIOR – MILLWORK | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
KITCHEN – FACE FRAME(UNDER $25K) | Red Beard Cabinets(West Line, MO) |
KITCHEN – FACE FRAME ($25‐50K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
KITCHEN – FACE FRAME (OVER $50K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
KITCHEN – FRAMELESS (UNDER $25K) | Timbercraft Cabinetry & Woodwork (Paola, KS) |
KITCHEN – FRAMELESS($25‐50K) | Premier Custom Carpentry (Spring Hill, FL) |
KITCHEN – FRAMELESS (OVER $50K): TIE | Colorado CabinetMakers (Loveland, CO) Torres Espino The Craftsman (Weslaco, TX) |
LIVING SPACES – BAR (UNDER $25K) | Red Beard Cabinets(West Line, MO) |
LIVING SPACES – BAR (OVER $25K) | Castleman Carpentry (Berryville, VA) |
LIVING SPACES – ENTERTAINMENT CENTER (UNDER $10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
LIVING SPACES – ENTERTAINMENT CENTER (OVER $10K) | Castleman Carpentry (Berryville, VA) |
LIVING SPACES – FIREPLACE SURROUND | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
LIVING SPACES – HOME OFFICE (UNDER $10K) | Red Beard Cabinets (West Line, MO) |
LIVING SPACES – HOME OVER (OVER$10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
LIVING SPACES – LIBRARY (OVER$10K) | Castleman Carpentry (Berryville, VA) |
4UTILITY/STORAGE – CLOSET/DRESSING ROOM | Bill Truitt Woodworks(Charlottte, NC) |
UTILITY/STORAGE – GARAGE | KMA Storage Solutions (West Fargo, ND) |
UTILITY/STORAGE – LAUNDRY&/OR MUD ROOM | Timbercraft Cabinetry& Woodwork (Paola, KS) |
OTHER | Colorado Cabinet Makers (Loveland, CO) |
COMMERCIAL: |
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HOSPITALITY | Fairfield Woodworks (Lancaster, OH) |
MEDICAL | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
RETAIL | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
RESIDENTIAL: |
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BATHROOM – FACE FRAME (UNDER $10K) | Timbercraft Cabinetry & Woodwork (Paola, KS) |
BATHROOM – FACE FRAME (OVER $10K) | Red Beard Cabinets (West Line, MO) |
BATHROOM – FRAMELESS (UNDER $10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
BATHROOM – FRAMELESS(OVER $10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
EXTERIOR – MILLWORK | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
KITCHEN – FACE FRAME(UNDER $25K) | Red Beard Cabinets(West Line, MO) |
KITCHEN – FACE FRAME ($25‐50K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
KITCHEN – FACE FRAME (OVER $50K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
KITCHEN – FRAMELESS (UNDER $25K) | Timbercraft Cabinetry & Woodwork (Paola, KS) |
KITCHEN – FRAMELESS($25‐50K) | Premier Custom Carpentry (Spring Hill, FL) |
KITCHEN – FRAMELESS (OVER $50K): TIE | Colorado CabinetMakers (Loveland, CO) Torres Espino The Craftsman (Weslaco, TX) |
LIVING SPACES – BAR (UNDER $25K) | Red Beard Cabinets(West Line, MO) |
LIVING SPACES – BAR (OVER $25K) | Castleman Carpentry (Berryville, VA) |
LIVING SPACES – ENTERTAINMENT CENTER (UNDER $10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
LIVING SPACES – ENTERTAINMENT CENTER (OVER $10K) | Castleman Carpentry (Berryville, VA) |
LIVING SPACES – FIREPLACE SURROUND | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton, NC) |
LIVING SPACES – HOME OFFICE (UNDER $10K) | Red Beard Cabinets (West Line, MO) |
LIVING SPACES – HOME OVER (OVER$10K) | Gregory Paolini Design (Canton,NC) |
LIVING SPACES – LIBRARY (OVER$10K) | Castleman Carpentry (Berryville, VA) |
4UTILITY/STORAGE – CLOSET/DRESSING ROOM | Bill Truitt Woodworks(Charlottte, NC) |
UTILITY/STORAGE – GARAGE | KMA Storage Solutions (West Fargo, ND) |
UTILITY/STORAGE – LAUNDRY&/OR MUD ROOM | Timbercraft Cabinetry& Woodwork (Paola, KS) |
OTHER | Colorado Cabinet Makers (Loveland, CO) |
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