
Design Skill Awards / 2026
Product
AWARDED NOMINATIONBest Kitchen & Cookware Design
MARIE Kitchen Faucet
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Born from a collaboration between a faucet manufacturer and a fashion designer, the MARIE Kitchen was designed to meet the desire for a piece that is both an object of art and a highly functional everyday tool.
Its key features include a fully customizable design, a distinctive sculptural silhouette, and a one-of-a-kind sphere-shaped handle with lever, intentionally imperfect in form, evoking the organic essence of earth-derived shapes.
In the spirit of haute couture, each component can be specified in a selection of six finishes, allowing for personalized combinations. A range of installation options further enhances this bespoke approach.
A touch of light is introduced through the Tangelo finish, a vibrant orange shade inspired by the hybrid fruit obtained by crossing a mandarin orange with a grapefruit. Rarely seen in faucet design, this bold colour is applied exclusively to the handle’s lever, creating a subtle yet striking focal point.
The MARIE Kitchen faucet is primarily crafted from solid brass, ensuring durability, corrosion resistance and long-term performance. Select components are made from high-grade 304 stainless steel, chosen for its structural strength and reliability in high-use environments.








THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROJECTBARIL
Founded in 1986, BARIL is a Canadian family-owned company that has established itself as a North American leader in the design and manufacture of high-end residential faucets through passionate teams, bold collaborations, and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
Now led by second-generation entrepreneur Marie-Eve Baril, the company continues to carry forward a creative vision and spirit of well-being passed down from mother to daughter.
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