We absolutely adore the summertime and the events we cover. By far one of our favorites was the launch of House Beautiful’s Kitchen of the Year with celebrity chef and House Beautiful contributor Tyler Florence. This year marks the debut of a fully-functioning outdoor kitchen as well, complete with wood-burning stone oven. Also new this year, the ‘Kitchen of the Year’ can be experienced online at www.housebeautiful.com/homestyler with Autodesk Homestyler software. Homestyler is a home design app that brings interior design plans and remodeling dreams to life. It’s perfect for DIYers and interior design professionals alike, giving them the ability to effortlessly visualize and experiment with changes to any living space in 2D and 3D. Once users have re-designed their rooms with brand-name products from more than 19,000 items including countertops, cabinets, and appliances from top manufacturers. The design app is totally free to use.
The decor was absolutely superb, chic, and modern. Describing his vision of the ideal kitchen, Tyler Florence said, “We’ve brought a Northern California sensibility to it, a more rustic and cozy feel, and a fantastic point of view right in the middle of Rockefeller Center.”
The Kitchen of the Year has a spectacular view of Rockefeller Plaza.
During the media event and gala, guest dined on delicious treats prepared by Tyler himself. The food was amazing!
Before the gala, we had the pleasure of speaking with Tyler Florence. Watch as he dishes on KOTY, decor, and food of course.
For design enthusiasts outside of the New York City area, the Kitchen of the Year will be featured online at www.housebeautiful.com/KOTY with videos and other special features as well as in the October 2011 issue of House Beautiful, which is available September 13.
Located in the heart of Rockefeller Plaza, the Kitchen of the Year is open daily from Monday, July 18 through Friday, July 22. There are many opportunities when guests can see Tyler Florence in action as well as watch other daily cooking demonstrations, tastings, kitchen tours, design presentations and more. Details are listed below. A complete schedule of events can be found: www.housebeautiful.com/KOTY. Trust us, you don’t want to miss it!
Check out more photos from the gala below…