Lake Lotowana Remodel
Remodeled Residence up to 3,000 Sq. Ft. Lake Lotawana Remodel This lower level creates distinct spaces for entertaining and everyday comfort. A hidden pantry keeps the kitchen pristine, while a
Custom Home 3,001 to 6,000 Sq. Ft.
Sunset Hill Custom Home
Set within Kansas City’s historic Sunset Hill neighborhood, this custom home balances tradition with contemporary living. Drawing inspiration from the Neo-Federal style, the design took cues from the Hagley Museum and Library in Wilmington, Delaware, ensuring a presence that feels both established and relevant. The project team collaborated to craft a residence that reflects the grandeur of its predecessors while embracing the comforts of today.
Inside, period-specific details merge with modern amenities. Hand-waxed knotty pine paneling, a custom panoramic mural and fireplace surrounds modeled after 1940s mantels lend authenticity. Subtle updates, including concealed drapery panels and vintage-inspired window treatments, reinforce the home’s historical narrative. The interiors were curated to evolve over time, allowing for a growing art collection and an ever-changing blend of antique and contemporary furnishings.
With a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, the home features a three-season porch, an outdoor kitchen and a pool house. Every detail—from reclaimed brick pavers to gas lanterns—was selected to ensure a residence that will endure for generations.
Architect
Wendlandt & Stallbaumer
Contractor
Noblit Didier
Interior Designer
Madden-McFarland Interiors
Photographer
Matt Kocourek
Resources
Designer: Rich Lippencott Landscaper: Lighthouse Landscape & Design Tile: International Materials of Design Countertops and Stone: Carthage Stoneworks Mirrors: Fountain Glass Paperhanger: Wood Wallcovering Wallcovering Resources: Nina Campbell for Designers Guild/Area Environments Cabinetry: Mike McInerney with Profile Cabinetry Window Treatment Workroom: Barbara Holt with Sterlinghouse Plantation Shutters: Paul Doyle with Shutters by Doyle Exterior Shutters: Atlantic Shutter Company
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