Kansas City Homes & Style Magazine

Ideas & Inspirations

Artistically Reflecting Nature

Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Matt Kocourek Downsizing your home and your lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste and style. In fact, the owner of this...More

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Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Matt Kocourek This Table Rock Lake kitchen presents in perfect harmony with its delightfully choreographed use of colors, styles, textures, and finishes. As...More

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Bold & Blue

Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Matthew Anderson The spirit of imagination and ingenuity is alive and well in this whole kitchen remodel. One of the engaging highlights of the...More

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Creating Artistic Flow

Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Paul Bonnichsen With more than 75 years of timeless design comprising this company’s portfolio, Kitchens by Kleweno continues to elevate the luxurious qualities...More

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Heart of the Home

Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Matt Kocourek After a leaky dishwasher prompted the homeowners of this south Kansas City home to take action, they did more than just...More

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Evolving Kitchen Trends

Today’s kitchens are becoming more expressive through creative finishes and touches that inspire individuality for the space. Story by Ann Butenas | Photos courtesy of Bella Kitchens / Matt Kocourek...More

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Designed for Living

An empty nest brings a full new interior design style Story by Ann Butenas | Photography by Laurie Kilgore Photography When the owners of this 1970s-built five-bedroom, five-and-a-half bath home...More

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Mystery House

The craftsman style abode hides its fair share of secrets. Story by Michelle Mastro | Photography by Matt Kocourek Some houses in need of a bit of TLC come with...More

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NKBA Designer Showcase

My name is Georgia Fuchs and I am the current Secretary/Treasurer for the local NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath) chapter. We are so excited to be partnering with Kansas City Homes and Style and...More

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Renovate & Decorate

2022 Kitchen Trends

Thinking of remodeling your kitchen this year? Meet the leading trends in kitchens today. Story by Ann Butenas | Photos courtesy of CFK From backsplashes that make a statement to luxurious cabinetry,...More

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Elevate Your Eat-In Experience

Backrest Besties Carson Carrington Sauda Mid-Century Modern Bar Stool overstock.com Zola Counter Stool bluehandhome.com Domino Counter Stool industrywest.com Glitzmore Mixing Fabric / Leatherette Stool homedepot.com Johan Counter Stool mcgeeandco.com Four Hands Ashford Counter &...More

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ASID Trends: Color Ranges

W H A T’ S H O T N O W Colored Ranges A great way to add color to your kitchen: colored ranges. Stainless steel has long been the staple for kitchen appliances....More

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Outdoor Living

It’s Doggone Cold!

8 Winter weather tips to keep your dog safe during the cold winter months. It’s time to think about how our furry friends experience the winter cold. It is important to keep these helpful...More

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Backyard Beauty

This family wanted to take in the magnificence of country life from the vantage point of a backyard retreat. Story by Michelle Mastro | Photography by Aaron Leimkuehler Have you...More

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Backyard Oasis

This pool deck received some much-needed TLC and beautiful landscaping Story By Michelle Mastro | Photography by Matt Kocourek Summertime is the best time for sunbathing close to the water’s edge. But...More

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Small and Mighty

The saying good things come in small packages definitely applies to these tiny early spring bloomers. After a long, cold winter, these mighty little flowers push their way up to the sunshine, many times...More

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Making Beachy Waves

This backyard pool and pool house combo is the perfect setting to entertain family and friends or simply enjoy a peaceful afternoon by the water. Story by Ann Butenas | ...More

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Bug Off!

Guarding Against These Pesky Outdoor Pests Summertime is outdoor time and that means quality time for some of nature’s little insects who love to get to know you, close up and personal. There’s ways...More

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Style & You

Color Trends: Veri Peri

Accessorize your home or yourself with these Pantone’s 2022 Color of the Year colored products. Big Chill’s 48” Retro Stove in 4005 Blue Lilac bigchill.com Manta Sleep Mask Pro mantasleep.com Pantone’s 2022 Color of...More

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Getting Cozy This Winter

Story by Ashley White of Le Stylo Rouge | Photos by Sabrina Osborn A brand spankin’ new year! I’m kicking off 2022 by aiming my style sights for a cozy-but-chic vibe...More

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Let’s Face It

Winter weather wreaks havoc on our skin and our faces take the brunt of it. It’s time for a bit of TLC to make sure come Spring, our faces are as refreshed as the...More

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Sipping on Winter

Story by Dave Eckert I’m not a big fan of winter though there are some highlights that make winter bearable, one of which I’ve come to rather late in life-winter cocktails. There’s something especially...More

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A New You in ’22!

Don’t let those New Year’s resolutions slip away We’ve found a few things to keep you working towards your fitness goals YBell NEO – the 4-in-1 Fitness Solution (kettlebell, dumbbell, dual grip medicine ball,...More

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Soup’s On!

Story by Dave Eckert I know a lot of people enjoy soup year-round, but for me, the heat and humidity of a Kansas City summer (and lately, fall as well) just wipes out my...More

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Company Profiles

Virginia Tile Announces its Lenexa Showroom is Moving

Lenexa showroom to transition to national distribution center on Kansas Avenue Kansas City, Kans. — October 27, 2021 – Virginia Tile announced it will be...More

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Stars 2021

Welcome to Kansas City Homes & Style seventh annual STARS 2021, a special issue showcasing outstanding real estate agents and teams, home builders and...More

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