Completely reimagining a Creve Coeur kitchen and laundry room resulted in meticulous decisions by the Liston Design Build team to enhance flow, maximize storage and elevate the home’s overall livability. “We transformed outdated, underutilized spaces into a seamless blend of beauty, functionality and a visually stunning home environment,” says Liston’s St. Charles-based interior designer Jessica Hoffman. Homeowners Mike and Julie state they wanted an updated, reconfigured space in a classic design that functioned better for their family. “We love to cook and eat together. With three sons, we needed a larger kitchen,” Julie explains. Changing the smaller details, like the kitchen windows, helped achieve the more refined, intentional look that the family was aiming for. “We have incredible views of a golf course to highlight, and our Marvin windows with fewer grills help accomplish that.”
With an eye toward building a swimming pool, they wanted to ensure the kitchen was accessible for outdoor entertainment, while remaining unaffected by the back-and-forth travel of people coming in and out of the house. The solution to this was adding a powder room off the laundry room. “The addition of a bathroom was important, as we wouldn’t have a pool house and didn’t want people to walk through the home when wet,” Julie adds.
One of the renovation’s defining elements was extending the kitchen into the bay area, traditionally reserved for dining only. By unlocking valuable storage, adding an additional sink and a second dishwasher, Jessica says this strategic expansion improved efficiency while capitalizing on their backyard views.
An extra challenge was having to operate without removing any walls. “Beyond the bay area, we optimized previously wasted space by introducing a second island, creating even more storage and seating that’s perfect for both everyday living and entertaining,” Jessica adds. That very custom-built, second island with a marble countertop additionally serves as a beautiful furniture piece in looks. Julie notes this as a cherished highlight of the home: “It’s the first thing people comment on. We use it for food prep and a buffet table.”
The laundry room was elevated from purely utilitarian in looks to a refined, highly efficient space, featuring expanded storage and ample counter area. The room now serves as an elegant extension of the home’s sophisticated aesthetic. For functionality and convenience, they removed an underused corner fireplace, replacing it with a beautiful powder room that was thoughtfully positioned with direct access through the newly transformed laundry room and near the exterior French doors.
Julie confirms it was easy to work with Jessica, who never got frustrated when they pivoted to incorporate additional ideas. “For example, I was very specific on how I wanted edges to look on the large piece of soapstone behind the gas range. Many renderings were requested to get it just right, and Jessica was just as happy as we were with the outcome,” she adds.
One of the most enjoyable results from this six-months-in-planning and four-month construction project, Julie affirms, is that the majority of their house now flows in design and style, including their new pool just completed. She concludes: “This comprehensive redesign breathes new life into the home by integrating modern convenience with timeless style. The result is a breathtaking transformation that enhances the home’s design and the homeowners’ lifestyle for years to come.”
Resources:
Appliances: Designer Appliances by Lemcke
Cabinetry: Hartman Cabinetry
Wood Refinishing: Missouri Floors
Tile Installation: Mayfield Tile & Marble
Soapstone/Quartz Fabricator: Russo Stone
Soapstone/Quartz Supplier: Triton Stone
Interior Lighting: Metro Lighting
Plumbing Fixtures: Premier Plumbing
Tile Supplier: Virginia Tile
Window/Door: Fischer Window & Door
