Project Overview

Wichita Home Works completed this Stratford Lane kitchen, laundry, and half bathroom remodel in Wichita, Kansas for homeowners who wanted a more open, functional, and character-rich main-floor layout.

The project focused on the kitchen, laundry room, half bathroom, and the connection between the kitchen and living room. The original layout included a separating wall between the kitchen and living room, older cabinets, soffits, flooring, countertops, windows, and laundry room finishes that were ready for a complete update. The remodel removed the wall, opened the main living connection, replaced the kitchen and laundry cabinetry, updated the half bath, resized a dining room window, replaced windows, adjusted mechanical systems, and refreshed the finishes throughout the work areas.

The finished kitchen combines warm Cherry Ginger cabinetry with Alabaster-painted upper and refrigerator-area cabinetry, Sparkling White quartz countertops, a colorful Fireclay backsplash, dark tile flooring, custom endcap shelving, and a cleaner connection to the living room. The laundry room received its own cabinetry, countertop, sink, backsplash, updated washer and dryer placement, and new window detail. The half bathroom was refreshed with updated plumbing, sink planning, electrical, tile flooring, paint, and trim.

The overall style is eclectic transitional with mid-century warmth. The remodel combines warm cherry cabinetry, soft Alabaster paint, bold geometric backsplash tile, dark floor tile, quartz counters, simple cabinet profiles, custom shelving, and updated lighting in a way that feels personal, creative, and still highly functional.

The Homeowner’s Vision

The goal was to make the kitchen feel more connected, more useful, and more expressive.

The homeowners wanted the wall between the kitchen and living room opened so the main floor would feel less divided. They wanted the kitchen to gain better cabinetry, new countertops, updated lighting, a cleaner range and sink layout, and a stronger relationship to the living room and dining area.

The laundry room also needed to work harder. The plan called for new cabinetry, a relocated washer and dryer setup, a continuous countertop, a sink, updated plumbing, and a cleaner window and backsplash detail. The half bathroom was updated as part of the same main-floor improvement so the connected utility spaces would feel finished together.

Wichita Home Works’ in-house design team helped plan the wall opening, structural support, cabinet layout, peninsula shape, custom shelving, window changes, kitchen sink location, appliance layout, laundry cabinetry, half bath updates, quartz surfaces, tile flooring, backsplash, lighting, electrical, plumbing, trim, paint, and final finish coordination.

The final design created a kitchen and laundry remodel that feels more open, more customized, and better suited to daily use.

Scope of Work

Wichita Home Works coordinated the project from design and demolition through framing, mechanical updates, cabinetry, tile, countertops, trim, painting, final cleaning, walkthrough, and follow-up refinements.

The project included:

Demolition and Main-Floor Preparation

The remodel began by removing the older kitchen and laundry finishes so the rooms could be rebuilt around the new layout.

Wichita Home Works removed chair rail and paneling in the kitchen, while saving selected materials for reuse where planned. Existing baseboards, base shoe, and door casing from the bathroom, laundry room, and kitchen were carefully removed and saved for reinstallation after refinishing.

The kitchen sink, faucet, range hood, cooktop, countertops, cabinets, laundry room cabinets, laundry sink area, flooring, soffit, and the wall separating the kitchen and living room were removed. The kitchen window, dining room window, and laundry room window were also removed so the new window package and resized dining room opening could be completed.

This preparation phase gave the project a clean foundation for a more open main-floor layout, new cabinetry, new surfaces, new windows, and updated mechanical systems.

Kitchen-to-Living-Room Wall Opening

One of the most important changes was opening the wall between the kitchen and living room.

The existing separating wall was removed, and structural support was added according to the engineered plan. A 2×12 member was installed to span the wall removal, and framing was updated around the new kitchen opening, peninsula area, and switch locations.

This change helped the kitchen and living room feel more connected. The kitchen now has a better visual relationship to the larger living space, and the main floor feels less compartmentalized.

The layout notes also called for the living room vault area to reach approximately 11 feet 3 inches, while the flat ceiling areas were noted at approximately 7 feet 11 inches. This helped guide the relationship between the kitchen ceiling, living room opening, and main living area. 

Kitchen Layout and Cabinetry

The new kitchen layout was rebuilt around warm cabinetry, better work zones, and a more distinctive peninsula.

The perimeter kitchen cabinets were Bridgewood Cherry in a Ginger stain with the Scandia frameless door style, all-plywood construction, and furniture-finished dovetail drawers. The refrigerator-area upper cabinetry used Maple in an Alabaster painted finish, also in the Scandia frameless style.

The plan included base cabinets, drawer bases, blind-corner storage, a sink base, range area, dishwasher location, refrigerator surround, pantry cabinet, stacked wall cabinet, and custom finish details. The Alabaster trim on each side of the refrigerator helped create a more built-in appearance.

A custom cherry endcap shelving feature was built at the peninsula. The endcap included radiused shelving and drawer storage, giving the peninsula a more furniture-like and personalized look.

Peninsula and Living Room Connection

The peninsula became a key transition point between the kitchen and living room.

The new half wall and cabinet layout created a defined kitchen edge while still allowing the room to feel open. The living-room side of the peninsula included reused paneling where possible, helping preserve some of the home’s existing character.

Custom cherry shelving at the end of the peninsula added a distinctive design feature. It softened the cabinet run, added display space, and made the kitchen feel more custom than a standard replacement cabinet layout.

The peninsula also received electrical support with a quad receptacle at the end, making the space more practical for everyday use, serving, charging, and countertop tasks.

Kitchen Countertops and Sink

The kitchen received Sparkling White quartz countertops with flat or eased edges.

The kitchen sink is a single-bowl Blanco sink in Anthracite with an offset drain. The kitchen sink was relocated and centered under the window, giving the sink wall a cleaner and more balanced layout.

Matching quartz was used at the two kitchen window ledges. This detail helped the sink wall feel more finished and durable, especially where the countertop surface meets the new windows.

The light quartz surface adds brightness and contrast against the warm Cherry Ginger cabinetry and darker tile flooring.

Kitchen Backsplash

The kitchen backsplash was an important design feature.

The project included customer-provided Fireclay backsplash tile installed according to the approved design plan. Warm Grey Mapei Ultracolor grout was used for the backsplash installation.

The design renderings show a colorful geometric tile pattern with soft green and neutral tones. This backsplash gives the kitchen its strongest personality and helps the remodel feel custom, creative, and homeowner-specific.

The backsplash works especially well with the warm wood cabinetry, white counters, black fixtures, and updated lighting.

Laundry Room Remodel

The laundry room was remodeled as a functional extension of the kitchen project.

The laundry room received new Bridgewood cabinetry, a continuous Sparkling White quartz countertop, a customer-provided laundry sink, updated washer and dryer connections, relocated washer shutoff and drain location, new dryer vent routing, countertop receptacles, a ceiling light, and a new window.

The lower laundry cabinets were built out so they would sit flush with the washer and dryer. This made the room feel more intentional and created a more useful work surface above the appliances.

Remaining customer-provided backsplash tile from the kitchen was installed in the laundry room above the countertop where available. This helped the laundry room feel connected to the kitchen while making good use of selected materials.

Half Bathroom Update

The half bathroom was refreshed as part of the same main-floor remodel.

The work included removal of the existing sink and faucet while leaving the bathroom cabinets in place. New backing was added for a wall-mounted sink, and plumbing and electrical were updated for the new fixture plan.

The half bathroom also received new tile flooring, wall paint, trim reinstallation, and a customer-provided mirror, toilet paper holder, and towel ring.

By updating the half bath at the same time as the kitchen and laundry room, the project created a more consistent finish across the connected service spaces.

Windows, Door and Exterior Brick Work

The project included important window and exterior work.

Three customer-provided windows were installed: two single-wide windows and one double-wide window. These included windows for the kitchen, laundry room, and dining room areas. New 2x rough cedar exterior trim was installed around the windows, cut to fit between the windows and existing brick.

The dining room window opening was resized to cabinet height. Exterior brick was prepared and installed to fit the shorter window, including a brick ledge. The existing dryer vent hole was patched, and a new dryer vent hole was cut at the updated exterior wall location.

The garage-to-laundry door received a new solid-core slab while reusing the existing jamb and threshold. The exterior side door was painted Sherwin-Williams Peach Blossom, adding a cheerful exterior accent.

HVAC and Venting

HVAC work was coordinated around the new kitchen, laundry, and living room layout.

The range hood was roughed in to vent through the east wall, and the old vent hood ductwork in the attic was removed. The return air vent in the wall between the kitchen and living room was removed as part of the wall opening, and a larger return air vent was added to the basement to help make up for that change.

The dryer vent was moved to a new exterior wall location because the dryer was relocated inside the laundry room. An existing floor HVAC vent was also moved so it would work with the new cabinet layout.

These updates helped the remodeled spaces function properly behind the finished surfaces.

Plumbing Updates

The plumbing scope supported the new kitchen, laundry, and half bathroom layout.

The exterior hose bibb was replaced in its existing location. New rough-in plumbing was installed for the relocated kitchen sink, and the dishwasher rough-in was placed in the floor. A refrigerator water line was installed.

In the laundry room, the washer shutoff and drain location were changed to support the new washer and dryer placement. A recessed supply and drain panel was included for a cleaner finished laundry wall.

The kitchen received a new garbage disposer, and final plumbing connections were completed for the kitchen sink, laundry sink, bathroom sink, and toilet.

Electrical Updates

The project included a substantial electrical update.

The kitchen received new wiring as needed, two dedicated 20-amp GFCI/AFCI-protected kitchen receptacle circuits, plugmold below a corner upper cabinet, a quad receptacle at the peninsula, dishwasher electrical, disposal switching, range hood electrical, refrigerator circuit, 40-amp range circuit, backsplash receptacles, pantry cabinet outlet, stacked wall cabinet outlet, eight 6-inch color-selectable LED wafer lights, ceiling fan box, sink wall sconce, two sconces above the double window, and two pendant lights over the peninsula.

The laundry room received new washer and dryer circuits, countertop receptacles, and a flush-mount ceiling light. The half bath received a GFCI-protected receptacle above the sink.

A new 100-amp Square D Homeline breaker panel was installed in the basement, and a 50-amp circuit and receptacle were added in the garage for future electric vehicle charging.

These updates supported the new kitchen layout, laundry function, lighting plan, and future electrical needs.

Drywall and Ceiling Finish

Drywall work was completed in the kitchen, laundry room, bathroom, and basement areas affected by the remodel.

New drywall was installed where the soffit and wall were removed, where the new peninsula was installed, and where kitchen and laundry wall changes required new finish surfaces. Basement ceiling drywall was also repaired where openings were needed for plumbing and electrical routing.

The kitchen and laundry room ceilings were smooth finished, and the basement ceiling patches were painted in dead-flat white. Access panels were installed in the basement ceiling below the kitchen sink and dishwasher area for future service access.

This gave the finished kitchen and laundry room a cleaner ceiling and wall surface after the layout changes.

Flooring

The kitchen, laundry room, and half bathroom received new tile flooring.

The floor was prepared with Ditra underlayment, and the customer-provided tile was installed in a 1/3 offset pattern. Charcoal Mapei Ultracolor grout was used for the floor tile installation.

The tile floor was installed under the washer and dryer, range, and refrigerator, while the dishwasher area was handled according to the project scope. Transitions were installed between the tile flooring and existing wood flooring.

The darker floor tile grounds the kitchen and provides a durable surface for cooking, laundry, and daily traffic.

Paint, Stain and Trim

The kitchen, laundry room, and bathroom walls were painted Sherwin-Williams Alabaster in a satin sheen. The ceilings were painted in dead-flat white.

Existing baseboards, base shoe, and door casing were sanded to raw wood and stained in Mohawk Colonial Maple. New window casing, jamb extensions, and window frames were painted Alabaster.

The trim strategy helped balance old and new. The stained baseboards and casing preserved warmth and character, while the Alabaster walls and window trim kept the remodeled rooms feeling fresh and bright.

Custom shelves and select wood elements were stained to coordinate with the Bridgewood cabinetry as closely as possible.

Finish Carpentry and Appliance Coordination

Finish carpentry was a major part of the project.

The new kitchen and laundry cabinets were installed according to the design plans. Custom cherry endcap shelving was built for the kitchen peninsula. Alabaster trim was installed around the refrigerator area for a built-in look. Two cherry floating shelves were custom built for the northeast corner of the dining room.

Existing baseboards, base shoe, and door casing were reinstalled where planned after refinishing. Customer-provided appliances, cabinet knobs and pulls, dishwasher, range hood, range, refrigerator, washer, dryer, bathroom accessories, and plumbing fixtures were coordinated into the final installation.

These details helped the remodel feel complete and tailored to the home.

Design and Finish Details

This project has an eclectic transitional style with mid-century warmth.

The Cherry Ginger cabinetry gives the kitchen and laundry room a rich wood tone. The Alabaster upper cabinetry, refrigerator surround, walls, and window trim keep the space light. The Sparkling White quartz countertops brighten the work surfaces and tie the kitchen and laundry room together.

The backsplash adds the strongest design personality. Its colorful geometric look gives the kitchen a creative, custom feel that moves beyond a standard white kitchen. The dark tile floor adds contrast and durability, while the black fixtures and lighting help modernize the space.

The open wall between the kitchen and living room makes the main floor feel more connected, while the preserved and refinished trim keeps the remodel from feeling disconnected from the original home.

The finished result feels warm, personal, and highly functional.

Construction Story

This project began with a clear goal: open up the main floor and rebuild the kitchen and laundry room into spaces that worked better every day.

The first major transformation came from removing the wall between the kitchen and living room. Once the new structural support and framing were in place, the main floor began to feel more open and connected.

The kitchen was then rebuilt around new cabinetry, new windows, new sink placement, updated electrical, updated plumbing, and new surface materials. The Cherry Ginger cabinetry and Sparkling White quartz created the foundation, while the Fireclay backsplash brought in the homeowner’s personality.

The laundry room became much more useful through its new cabinet layout, countertop, sink, washer and dryer placement, and updated window. The half bathroom was refreshed at the same time so the connected spaces would feel complete.

The project also required thoughtful exterior coordination. Resizing the dining room window, installing new windows, patching brick, relocating the dryer vent, and updating the exterior door helped the inside changes work correctly with the outside of the home.

Near completion, Wichita Home Works continued refining the details that make a remodel feel finished: shelf touch-ups, paint details, trim, skylight and exterior cleaning coordination, cabinet pull replacement, drawer finish touch-up, HVAC adjustments, and final follow-up. These refinements were handled as part of making sure the completed project looked and functioned the way the homeowners expected.

The finished Stratford Lane remodel shows how a kitchen and laundry project can improve the whole main-floor experience when layout, cabinetry, lighting, windows, finishes, and follow-through are coordinated together.

Project Coordination Highlights

Kitchen-to-Living-Room Connection

Removing the separating wall and adding structural support helped the kitchen feel more connected to the living room and main-floor gathering space.

Warm Custom Cabinetry

Bridgewood Cherry Ginger cabinetry, Maple Alabaster upper cabinetry, frameless construction, dovetail drawers, custom peninsula shelves, and refrigerator trim created a tailored cabinet package.

Laundry Room Function

The laundry room gained cabinetry, countertop space, a sink, updated washer and dryer connections, backsplash, new window detail, and improved storage.

Window and Brick Coordination

The project included three window installations, dining room window resizing, exterior brick infill, dryer vent relocation, and cedar exterior trim.

Electrical and Mechanical Updates

The remodel included new kitchen and laundry circuits, lighting, updated breaker panel, future EV charging circuit, range hood venting, return air adjustments, and dryer vent relocation.

Finish-Stage Refinement

Final details included shelf refinements, cabinet pull replacement, drawer finish touch-up, HVAC adjustment, paint touch-ups, cleaning, and post-construction follow-up so the finished project felt polished.

The Finished Result

The finished Stratford Lane remodel created a more open, useful, and expressive main-floor kitchen and laundry area.

The kitchen now has warm cherry cabinetry, light quartz countertops, colorful backsplash tile, improved lighting, a better sink location, updated appliance planning, custom peninsula shelving, and a stronger connection to the living room.

The laundry room now has more storage, a continuous countertop, a sink, updated appliance connections, and a new window. The half bathroom feels refreshed and connected to the rest of the remodeled area.

The result is a thoughtful kitchen and laundry remodel that improves daily function while preserving the warmth and personality of the home.

Why This Project Matters for Future Kitchen and Laundry Remodel Clients

This project is a strong example for homeowners who want a kitchen remodel to do more than replace cabinets.

A kitchen and laundry remodel can improve flow, storage, light, appliance function, electrical capacity, plumbing, exterior windows, flooring, trim, and the connection between rooms. When those pieces are planned together, the finished space feels much more complete.

For homeowners near Wichita, College Hill, Crown Heights, Eastborough, Andover, Bel Aire, Derby, Maize, and surrounding communities, this project shows how Wichita Home Works can coordinate a detailed kitchen and laundry remodel from design through final follow-up.

Thinking About a Similar Kitchen and Laundry Remodel?

If you are planning a kitchen remodel, laundry room remodel, wall opening, cabinet replacement, quartz countertop upgrade, backsplash installation, tile flooring project, window replacement, or main-floor layout improvement near Wichita, Wichita Home Works can help you think through the full project.

That includes layout, structural support, cabinet storage, appliance placement, plumbing, electrical, lighting, flooring, windows, exterior brick coordination, trim, paint, timeline expectations, and final finish details.

A kitchen and laundry 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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