Kansas City Homes & Style Magazine

Ideas & Inspirations

Nesting Instinct

There’s no place like home for a couple who left the city behind and returned to the wife’s hometown of Lawrence to start a family in a spectacular house infused with Mid-Century Modern style....More

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With a deliberate use of color, texture, and clean lines, this Leawood home defines what it means to be contemporary, modern, and sophisticated. Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Paul Bonnichsen...More

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NKBA Designer Showcase

D e s i g n e r S h o w c a s e Growing up in a foreign country I was constantly exposed to unique ways of seeing spaces. Other...More

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Home For Hope

The Braden’s Hope Home Tour opened the door to continued progress by raising funds to support childhood cancer research. Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Matt Kocourek What do you get...More

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Trash into Treasure

Step into a home that doesn’t follow any refined design rules Story by Gloria Gale | Photography by Matt Kocourek If Henri Matisse and Frieda Kahlo met for cocktails at Dee Dee...More

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Slainte to Ireland

Bolstered by their Irish heritage, one couple wanted a cultural vibe to flow through their recent basement renovation. Story by Gloria Gale | Photography by Matt Kocourek Once Lorie and Mark...More

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Continuing the Tradition

See the magical transformation of historical design spaces by Kansas City’s most talented designers. Showhouse Tour Dates: April 22 – May 14th Check our website showhouse.org for these upcoming events and more! Wine Tastings...More

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NKBA: Designer Showcase

Better Homes and Gardens was always my favorite magazine in high school. I was constantly tearing out photos of spaces. Fast forward a few years and I figured out I could earn a degree in...More

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Renovate & Decorate

Windows of Opportunity

Story by Ann Butenas | Photos courtesy of One Stop Decorating Windows are an important element in any home. They serve many purposes, allowing natural light to flow into your home, beautify...More

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ASID Trends: Biophilic Design

W H A T ‘ S H O T N O W Biophilic Design What is Biophilic Design? It’s a concept used in the design industry to increase our connectivity to the natural environment using...More

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2022 ASID Heartland Design Awards

It’s a special talent to take a client’s vision and turn that dream into reality. But this is what the members of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) are known and respected for....More

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ASID Trends: Bathrooms

W H A T ‘ S H O T N O W A Bathroom Revolution In 2022-2023, I’ve had the opportunity to visit stately homes, industry showcases and cabinet factories in Europe and Vietnam....More

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Don’t Replace It! Refinishing It!

For an easy and cost-effective way to refresh the appearance of your bathroom and kitchen surfaces, refinishing is an ideal solution to give those elements a new and updated appearance. Story by Ann Butenas...More

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Outdoor Living

Lost Paradise

It simply found a new address in this Leawood backyard oasis. Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Matt Kocourek The ultimate staycation destination can be found in old Leawood at the...More

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Living Al Fresco

Perfect patio additions to complete your personal oasis. Snowdrop Solar Light Stake $89.99 / gardeners.com Outdoor Metal Art from Your Favorite Photograph Price Varies / metalprints.com Atlantic Round Coffee Table...More

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Screened In Style

Taking full advantage of the backyard views, this screened-in porch has proven to be a stylish upgrade to this already fabulous outdoor oasis. Story by Ann Butenas / Photography by Matthew Anderson...More

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Outdoor Magic

Story by Kristeena Budig With the warm weather coming our way, it has me thinking and creating outdoor spaces again. I love this time of year when you can start bringing your interior style straight to your outdoors! Most...More

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A Beautiful Masterpiece

This show-stopping landscape redefines what it means to have head-turning curb appeal. Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Matt Kocourek What once just hosted a single sidewalk that led to the...More

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Style & You

Color Trends: Bluestone

Accessorize your home or yourself with these oceanic-blue color products. Flamboyan Peel & Stick Wallpaper by She She $47.99+ | tempaper.com Bluestone Stone sturgismaterials.com Lemmitt Table Lamp $89.99 | walmart.com Liberation...More

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Life on the Edge

A Scaffold of Friendship Story by Gloria Gale It happens slowly for many, gaining insight and gumption to unravel what makes someone tick. So it is for a squad of five artistic pals who...More

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Power Suit Summer

Story by Ashley White of LeStylo Rouge | Photos by Sabrina Osborn Now that spring has fully sprung and summer is just around the corner, let’s dive into some fun...More

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Celebrating Summer

Fun items in the sun! Coalatree Kachula Blanket The most versatile beach blanket made from recycled fabric and durable ripstop nylon. Snap more together to fit the whole group. amazon.com Apres Fish Slides These...More

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I’ll Take Mine Fresh

Take a deep breath of fresh air, it’s good for your body and your mind. Need an excuse to step out the door? READ ON! SEVEN AIR FREEBIES 1. Your Happy Hormone Fresh Air Makes You...More

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Noodling for Ramen

Do you like Ramen? Story by Dave Eckert I don’t know too many people who don’t, but I have to say I only had a passing interest in it until I began researching this...More

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Far Eastern Journey

Story by Dave Eckert While consuming about eight bowls of ramen for my Indulgences article, I was in desperate need of something to help wash it down. So, staying on the Far Eastern theme,...More

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Flip Forward

Dating back to the late 1940s, flip clocks were not only popular in homes, but were also found in public railway stations and airports. We’re flipping over their comeback! Cobbeko Auto Flip $64.07 / ...More

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Company Profiles

Stylemakers 2023

Welcome to Kansas City Homes & Style’s 7th annual StyleMakers, a special issue showcasing talented professionals who understand the importance of quality. These designers,...More

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Arvest Bank: A Customer-Centric Culture

Ranked as No. 1 among GOBankingRates’ Best Regional Banks of 2023, Arvest Bank helps show customers the way home through its exclusive portfolio of...More

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Stylemakers 2023: Virginia Tile

Virginia Tile TILE & SURFACE DISTRIBUTOR Story by Ann Butenas | Sponsored Content From exemplary customer service to extraordinary products, Virginia Tile...More

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