Blending architectural authenticity with contemporary comfort, a turn-of-the-century home is reborn through design that bridges eras.
Words
Meghan Craig
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Photos
Jeff Stultz
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Contractor
MOJO Built
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Architect
KM Architecture
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Designer
Crossroads Interiors
Kitchen Designer
Kitchens by Kleweno
@klewenokitchens
ucked within a serene neighborhood just west of Prairie Village, a grand white-columned home stands as a beacon of heritage and renewal. Originally built around 1900 and lovingly held in the same family for more than 60 years, this historic estate has been meticulously brought into the modern era without sacrificing its architectural soul. Thanks to a visionary team that included MOJO Built, KM Architecture, Crossroads Interiors, and Kitchens by Kleweno, the home now embodies the perfect blend of tradition, innovation, and thoughtful design.
“The challenge was not only to adapt and add to the house in such a way that met the homeowners’ needs and expectations for modern living, but also to do so in a way that honored its historical scale and authenticity, and connected major indoor living spaces to the majestic mature landscape that surrounds the house,” says architect Keith Mueller.
At the heart of the transformation lies a story—not just of renovation, but of legacy. The homeowners approached the project as caretakers of both memories and materials. The renovation was a chance to bring it into the modern era without erasing its past (or quaint details such as the original pond, stone benches, and chicken coop). The last major renovation was in the early 1960s; this time, the work was more ambitious. It included a full HVAC installation, all-new electrical, and even a rebuilt garage that mirrors the dormers and dentil molding of the original home.
Randy Sisk and Genevieve Hamel of Kitchens by Kleweno led one of the most dramatic changes: relocating the kitchen to the space that once served as the living room. Their goal? To design a kitchen that felt like a curated collection of heirloom pieces, not a collection of matching cabinets. Sea glass and bisque-painted cabinetry mingle with a cherry wood armoire concealing the refrigerator, and a mullion-front dish cabinet echoes the home’s entry door. A handcrafted Lacanche range, topped by a custom zinc hood with hammered brass banding, offers both sculptural beauty and culinary performance. Above it, original crown molding was preserved to lend elegance and cohesion to the redesigned space.
Functional beauty was equally important. Every drawer and cabinet has a purpose, from the mixer lift and pull-out spice racks to the integrated beverage unit and freezer drawers. Da Vinci quartzite, with its luminous book-matched pattern, anchors the island and reappears as a backsplash, adding textural luxury.
Through a preserved original arched door lies a newly constructed pantry room, which provides another nod to balance between past and present. This second kitchen area offers open shelving for pantry goods and small appliances, a secondary farmhouse sink, wine fridge, and additional prep space, all dressed in a crisp palette of white and soft gray.
While the kitchen is a favorite gathering spot, the homeowners are equally fond of the newly built covered patio on the south side of the home. Designed for entertaining, the space includes a fireplace and pizza oven, all integrated seamlessly by Henrik Andersen of Scandinavian Co-Op LLC. From this vantage point, the property’s heritage unfolds: the original arbor, the pond, and the stonework lovingly maintained through generations.
Inside, natural light plays a starring role. A newly added glass-ceilinged sitting room invites the outdoors in and fills the home with sunlight from above. Designed as a modern conservatory, it’s a tranquil space for morning coffee or evening beverages, with the sky always in view.
Throughout the home, original plaster moldings and hardwood floors have been preserved and extended into new additions. Even details from the home’s basement, such as unused arched doors, have been repurposed to enhance the primary suite and closets, ensuring continuity across time.
This project took over two years, with surprises and discoveries around every corner. Yet the result is a space that feels not just updated, but elevated: a living tribute to craftsmanship, care, and connection.
“We were very fortunate and lucky to work with an absolutely wonderful team on this project,” the homeowners say. The home has always been part of the family, and now it’s ready for the next chapter…and the generations to come.
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