Warm Wood Cabinets & Modern Updates
Built in the 1990s, this Lee's Summit home has been lovingly maintained by its owners for more than 25 years. Now, after decades of family memories, our homeowners felt like it was time for a kitchen refresh.
The goal was a beautiful, updated space that had the warmth of natural wood with the resilience to handle busy days of family life and energetic grandkids. With custom wood cabinets, quartz countertops, smart storage solutions, and refinished hardwood floors throughout the main level, we brought fresh life to this well-loved home.
Before
Updating a 1990s Kitchen for Modern Family Life
The original kitchen featured traditional oak cabinets, dark countertops, and a dated backsplash. While the layout offered plenty of room for cooking and gathering, the homeowners were ready for a brighter look with improved storage and functionality. Their goal was to create a kitchen that felt fresh and updated without losing the warmth and welcoming character of their home.
After
Modern Wood Kitchen Cabinets with Custom Details
Medium tone wood kitchen cabinets are popular again, and this Lee's Summit kitchen shows why! The homeowners loved the warmth of natural wood but wanted a fresh, updated look for their 1990s home.
Custom cabinetry by Blue Valley Woods brings beautiful wood grain, varied cabinet heights, and custom detail work along the back of the peninsula. A custom stain by Michelle at Creative Faux Effects adds warmth and character, while champagne gold hardware gives the cabinets a modern touch.
For this remodel, we paired the warm wood tones with bright MSI Calacatta Aravine quartz countertops (even prettier in person!), MSI Renzo Dove backsplash tile, and updated lighting. The combination creates a fresh, inviting kitchen without losing the natural beauty of wood.
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Smart Kitchen Storage for Busy Family Life
Behind the beautiful cabinet doors, this kitchen is packed with practical storage! Three lazy Susans, a pullout trash cabinet, a tray divider pullout, a silverware organizer, and soft-close drawers help keep everyday essentials organized and within reach.
We also installed a Kohler Cairn K-8204 sink in Matte Taupe and updated the kitchen lighting. Every detail was chosen to make the space beautiful, functional, and ready for years of family gatherings.
After
Hardwood Floors Refinished Throughout the Main Level
The transformation didn't stop in the kitchen! We refinished the existing hardwood floors throughout the main level using a beautiful Duraseal Special Walnut stain. The refreshed floors help connect the kitchen, dining area, and surrounding living spaces for a cohesive, updated look.
Walls painted in Sherwin-Williams Perfect Greige SW 6073 and trim in Dover White SW 6385 complete the transformation.
Before
Traditional Arched Cabinet Doors
The original kitchen featured traditional cabinet doors with an arched design and dark oil-rubbed bronze pulls. While these details were popular when the home was built in the 90s, the homeowners were ready for a cleaner, more updated look.
After
Mission-Style Cabinets with Champagne Bronze Hardware
The new custom wood cabinets feature clean, Mission-style door fronts that give the kitchen a fresh, updated look. Champagne gold hardware adds a soft golden touch, beautifully complementing the warm wood stain and bringing a modern feel to the space.
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Traditional Oak Trim & Ceiling Fan
The dining area featured honey oak trim around the sliding patio door and a traditional-style ceiling fan. While functional, these older finishes made the space feel dated and ready for a refresh.
After
Fresh Trim & Updated Lighting
We painted the sliding patio door trim to match the existing baseboards, creating a cleaner, more cohesive look. A new contemporary ceiling fan adds a fresh, modern touch to the dining area and complements the updated kitchen beautifully.
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Hardwood Floors Ready for a Refresh
One of the best things about hardwood floors is how beautifully they can be transformed during a remodel! The original floors featured a Provincial stain that had darkened over the years. While still in great shape, the homeowners were ready for a fresh look throughout their main level.
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Beautifully Refinished Hardwood Floors
We refinished the existing hardwood floors in Special Walnut, giving the entire main level a beautiful refresh. The difference is amazing. The updated wood tones make the space feel brighter, fresher, and completely transformed without replacing the floors.
Before
A Traditional 1990s Pantry
The original pantry featured deep lower cabinets where items could easily get lost in the back. It also had shallow upper cabinets that were difficult to reach, and it had partially wasted space with an unused office desk. There was plenty of storage, but the layout wasn't making the best use of the space.
After
Smart Pantry Storage & Extra Counter Space
The new custom pantry features all drawers in the lower cabinets, making everything easier to see, organize, and reach. More accessible upper cabinets keep essentials within reach, while the new buffet-style countertop provides extra serving space for large family gatherings. Beautiful and practical! This is one of our favorite parts of the whole kitchen remodel.
Ready to Remodel Your Kitchen?
Is your kitchen ready for a refresh? Whether you're dreaming of custom cabinets, updated countertops, better storage, or a complete kitchen transformation, we'd love to help. At Haven Reno KC, we specialize in family-focused kitchen remodeling in Lee's Summit, Raymore, and the surrounding Kansas City area. From design selections to the final details, we'll help create a beautiful, functional space that fits your home and your family.
Ready to get started? Contact us for a free kitchen estimate!