Project Overview

Wichita Home Works completed this kitchen and main floor remodel in Wichita, Kansas for homeowners who wanted to replace a dated kitchen and refresh the connected living spaces around it.

The project focused on the kitchen, dining room, living room, entryway, entry closet, and main-floor ceiling areas. The remodel included a full kitchen cabinet replacement, new countertops, backsplash tile, lighting, plumbing fixtures, appliances, LVP flooring, dining room cabinetry, floating shelves, wall and ceiling updates, trim, paint, and select exterior masonry touch-up.

The finished kitchen feels warmer, cleaner, and much more useful. Cherry Amber cabinetry gives the room a classic wood tone, while Carrara Miksa quartz, white tile, under-cabinet lighting, stainless fixtures, and updated flooring help the space feel brighter and more current.

The dining room storage wall adds a major functional upgrade. Painted Navy cabinetry, full-height storage cabinets, base cabinets, countertops, and floating shelves create a built-in feature that supports serving, storage, display, and everyday household organization.

The overall style is warm transitional with traditional wood character and updated design details.

The Homeowner’s Vision

The goal was to make the kitchen and main floor feel more open, functional, and polished without losing the warmth of the home.

The existing kitchen had older cabinetry, dated countertops, old flooring, popcorn ceiling texture, limited storage, and a layout that needed better appliance, lighting, and cabinet planning. The dining room, living room, and entry areas also needed updated flooring and a cleaner finish connection to the new kitchen.

The homeowners wanted a kitchen that felt more intentional and easier to use. They needed better storage, updated appliances, improved lighting, a more durable floor, a more finished dining area, and a layout that made the main floor feel connected.

Wichita Home Works’ in-house design team helped plan the cabinet layout, pantry storage, dining room built-ins, appliance garage, floating shelves, peninsula wall, countertop layout, backsplash pattern, lighting plan, flooring direction, trim details, paint/stain coordination, and appliance locations.

The final design created a highly functional kitchen with warm cabinetry, practical storage features, a bright backsplash, quartz surfaces, updated appliances, and a coordinated main-floor finish.

Scope of Work

Wichita Home Works coordinated the project from design and demolition through mechanical updates, drywall, cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, painting, finish carpentry, appliance installation, cleaning, and closeout.

The project included:

Demolition and Main Floor Preparation

The remodel began by removing the existing kitchen cabinets, countertops, sink, faucet, garbage disposal, backsplash tile, drywall behind the backsplash, kitchen flooring, microwave, stove, living room carpet, dining room flooring, entryway flooring, and entry closet flooring.

The existing baseboards were carefully removed and saved for reinstallation where planned. The magnetic knife block above the sink was also saved for reinstallation.

The popcorn ceiling texture was removed from the continuous ceiling areas in the kitchen, living room, dining area, entryway, entry closet, and hallway. This created a cleaner foundation for the updated ceiling texture and main-floor paint.

This early phase opened up the home for a more complete main-level transformation.

Framing and Layout Updates

A partial wall was framed on the east side of the peninsula cabinets to support the new kitchen layout. This gave the peninsula a more finished look and provided a better location for switches, outlets, and cabinet detailing.

The kitchen layout was rebuilt around improved work zones, better appliance placement, more storage, a stronger sink wall, and a more intentional relationship between the kitchen and dining room.

The dining room was also planned as a functional support space, with cabinetry and countertop storage along the south wall.

Electrical and Lighting Updates

The electrical plan was a major part of the remodel.

In the kitchen, switches were relocated to the new peninsula wall, including the main kitchen light switch, peninsula puck light switch, and under-cabinet light switch. A 4-plex outlet was added in the peninsula wall.

The kitchen received four 6-inch LED puck lights, two 6-inch LED puck lights over the peninsula, one 4-inch LED puck light over the sink, and warm white low-voltage under-cabinet lighting below the upper cabinets.

The stove circuit was upgraded to a 50-amp circuit, and a dedicated 20-amp circuit was added for the microwave. Other kitchen switches and outlets were updated as part of the finish package.

In the dining room, the three-way light switch was relocated, the dining light was centered over the table location, and existing outlets were moved above the new countertop on the south wall.

The living room lighting was also improved with updated LED puck lights, matching gimbal replacements, added family room puck lighting, and dimmer switching.

These updates helped the main floor feel brighter, more flexible, and better suited to daily use.

Plumbing and Appliance Coordination

The kitchen plumbing was updated to support the new sink, faucet, dishwasher, and garbage disposal.

Wichita Home Works installed new shutoff valves at the sink supply lines and adjusted the drain and supply locations as needed for the new double-bowl 70/30 undermount sink.

The kitchen received a Delta single-handle pull-down faucet in Arctic Stainless, a Badger 5 garbage disposal, an Elkay stainless steel basket strainer, and final dishwasher connection.

Appliance coordination included a new range, new hood vent, built-in microwave, and reuse of the existing refrigerator. The hood vent was routed through the west wall of the kitchen, and HVAC coordination included relocating an existing floor vent into a cabinet toe kick where needed.

Drywall, Ceiling Texture and Wall Prep

After demolition and electrical rough-in, Wichita Home Works prepared the kitchen walls for new drywall and finish work.

The kitchen walls were shimmed as needed, new drywall was installed, and the walls were finished smooth for painting and tile.

Ceiling and wall repairs were completed in the kitchen, dining room, living room, entryway, entry closet, and hallway where the electrical, ceiling, and demolition work affected the surfaces.

Knockdown texture was applied to the continuous ceiling areas, creating a clean and updated look throughout the main floor.

Kitchen Cabinetry

The kitchen received Waypoint Cherry Amber shaker-style cabinetry with soft-close hinges and soft-close drawer glides.

The cabinet design included upper and lower cabinets, crown molding, filler strips, tray dividers above the refrigerator, an appliance garage in the southeast corner, trash pullout storage, base cabinet trays, a pull-out mixer stand, and a sink base storage unit.

Cherry floating shelves were built into the kitchen design, including a shelf at the southwest corner between upper and lower cabinets and another shelf above the dishwasher between end panels.

A site-built valance continued the crown molding between the upper cabinets above the sink, helping the cabinet layout feel connected and finished.

The peninsula end panels on the back and sides were painted Navy, adding contrast and tying the kitchen to the dining room cabinetry.

Dining Room Cabinetry and Storage

The dining room became a major storage and display feature.

Wichita Home Works installed Painted Navy cabinetry on the south wall of the dining room. The layout included base cabinets, drawer storage, full-height cabinets, and a four-door full-height storage cabinet.

One full-height cabinet was installed to open toward the kitchen, making the storage more accessible from the kitchen work zone.

Three site-built floating shelves were installed between the full-height cabinets, creating a display area that balances the heavier storage pieces.

This dining room storage wall gives the home a much more custom feel and adds function beyond the kitchen footprint.

Countertops and Sink

The kitchen and dining room cabinets were finished with Carrara Miksa quartz countertops.

The countertops include a half-bullnose edge profile and a cutout for the Elkay Crosstown stainless steel sink. The quartz brings a clean, light surface to the warm cherry cabinetry and painted navy accents.

The dining room countertop adds a valuable serving and storage surface, making that space more useful for entertaining, meals, and daily household organization.

Tile Backsplash

The kitchen backsplash was finished with Arabescato Venato White 2×6 tile in a horizontal half-offset pattern from the countertops to the bottom of the upper cabinets.

Above the stove, Wichita Home Works installed Arabescato Venato 1×2 white herringbone tile as a framed accent. Matte white textured edging was used to frame the herringbone feature and finish the outside tile edges.

Moonbeam grout and coordinating silicone completed the tile installation. The stone sealer helped protect the finished backsplash.

The backsplash adds texture and brightness while still feeling soft and timeless.

Flooring and Main Floor Finish Connection

The kitchen, dining room, living room, entryway, and entry closet received Mannington Realta SPC Scandinavian Nutmeg LVP flooring.

The flooring was installed parallel to the fireplace to help the main floor feel longer and more connected. Reducer transitions were installed at the hallway carpet and laundry room connection, and a threshold was installed around the stair railing area where needed.

A stairnose was installed at the top step leading from the main floor to the basement.

The continuous flooring helped unify the kitchen, dining room, living room, and entry areas so the remodel felt like a full main-floor refresh instead of a kitchen-only project.

Painting, Staining and Trim

The ceilings were painted flat white after the popcorn ceiling removal and new knockdown texture.

The walls were repaired, primed where needed, and painted to match the existing wall color so the new work could blend with the rest of the home.

Stain matching was used for new baseboards, base shoe, and floating shelves. The cherry floating shelves were stained and sealed to coordinate with the kitchen cabinetry. New mahogany baseboards and base shoe were added where needed, and existing baseboards were reinstalled where planned.

These trim and stain details helped the remodeled areas feel connected to the existing home’s woodwork.

Exterior Masonry Touch-Up

The project also included exterior masonry touch-up on the east and south sides of the home.

Old sealant and mortar at selected brick areas were removed and replaced with color-matched mortar as closely as possible. This helped address visible exterior masonry areas as part of the larger home improvement scope.

Design and Finish Details

This project has a warm transitional style with traditional wood character and updated accents.

The Cherry Amber cabinetry gives the kitchen a rich, familiar warmth. Carrara Miksa quartz and Arabescato Venato backsplash tile brighten the space and add a more current feel.

Painted Navy cabinetry in the dining room adds contrast and personality. It also helps the main floor feel more custom, especially when paired with full-height storage and floating shelves.

The herringbone tile accent above the range gives the kitchen a focal point without making the design feel too busy. Stainless fixtures, brushed satin nickel hardware, updated lighting, and warm LVP flooring complete the updated look.

The finished design respects the home’s existing character while making the kitchen and main floor feel cleaner, brighter, and better organized.

Construction Story

This project began with a full reset of the kitchen and connected main-floor areas.

The existing kitchen was removed so the room could be rebuilt with better storage, updated appliances, new electrical, improved lighting, new plumbing connections, fresh drywall, and a more thoughtful cabinet layout.

At the same time, the main floor was prepared for a more cohesive update. Flooring was removed from the kitchen, dining room, living room, entryway, and entry closet. The popcorn ceiling texture was removed and replaced with a cleaner knockdown finish. Lighting was updated throughout the kitchen and living room so the main level would feel brighter and more current.

As the cabinetry was installed, the new kitchen began to take shape. The Cherry Amber cabinets brought warmth back into the room, while the Painted Navy peninsula and dining room cabinetry added contrast and a more designed look.

The countertop and backsplash phase gave the remodel its finished personality. Carrara Miksa quartz brightened the work surfaces, and the Arabescato Venato backsplash added movement and texture. The framed herringbone range accent gave the cooking wall a custom focal point.

The dining room storage wall became one of the most useful upgrades in the home. It added storage, countertop space, display shelves, and a built-in look that supports the kitchen and dining areas together.

During the final phase, Wichita Home Works coordinated appliance installation, dishwasher connection, microwave fit, tile refinements, appliance garage details, vent finishing, cabinet doors, touch-up paint, trim, lighting, final cleaning, final inspection, and walkthrough preparation.

The homeowners were very happy with the finished kitchen and the team that completed the work. The final result shows how a kitchen remodel can transform the surrounding main floor when layout, flooring, lighting, cabinetry, and finishes are planned together.

Project Coordination Highlights

Full Kitchen Replacement

The kitchen was rebuilt with new cabinetry, countertops, sink, faucet, backsplash, range, hood vent, microwave, lighting, electrical, plumbing, and finish details.

Dining Room Storage Wall

Painted Navy cabinetry, full-height storage cabinets, base cabinets, countertops, and floating shelves added function and custom character to the dining room.

Main-Floor Flooring Update

Continuous LVP flooring connected the kitchen, dining room, living room, entryway, and entry closet.

Lighting Improvements

New LED puck lights, under-cabinet lighting, peninsula lights, living room lighting updates, and dimmer controls helped the main floor feel brighter and more flexible.

Custom Storage Features

The kitchen included an appliance garage, pull-out mixer stand, trash pullouts, tray dividers, sink base storage, and floating shelves.

Finish-Stage Refinement

The final details included appliance installation, backsplash refinements, cabinet adjustments, vent finishing, trim, paint touch-ups, cleaning, and final walkthrough preparation.

The Finished Result

The finished Caddy Court remodel created a warmer, brighter, and more functional main floor.

The kitchen now has updated cabinetry, quartz countertops, a new sink and faucet, better lighting, a custom backsplash, a new range and hood vent, built-in microwave, improved storage, and a cleaner layout.

The dining room now has a built-in storage wall that adds cabinetry, countertops, and display shelves. The living room, entryway, and dining room feel refreshed with new flooring, updated ceiling texture, lighting improvements, trim, and paint.

The result is a cohesive kitchen and main-floor remodel that improves storage, lighting, flooring, function, and day-to-day livability.

Why This Project Matters for Future Kitchen Remodel Clients

This project is a strong example for homeowners who want more than a cabinet-and-countertop update.

A kitchen remodel often affects the surrounding rooms. Flooring, lighting, ceiling texture, dining room storage, trim, paint, appliance planning, and electrical updates all influence how the finished space feels and functions.

For homeowners near Wichita, West Wichita, Maize, Goddard, Derby, Andover, Bel Aire, and surrounding communities, this project shows how Wichita Home Works can coordinate a kitchen remodel and main-floor refresh as one organized design-build process.

Thinking About a Similar Kitchen and Main Floor Remodel?

If you are planning a kitchen remodel, dining room storage wall, main-floor flooring update, popcorn ceiling removal, lighting update, backsplash installation, cabinet replacement, or appliance upgrade near Wichita, Wichita Home Works can help you think through the full project.

That includes layout, cabinet storage, appliance placement, electrical needs, lighting, plumbing, countertops, backsplash tile, flooring, ceiling texture, trim, paint, timeline expectations, and final finish details.

A kitchen and main-floor remodel has many connected decisions. The right design-build team helps organize those decisions into a clear, manageable process from planning through completion.

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