A modern, bright open-concept living and kitchen area at Woolman Court features light wood floors, a large potted plant, neutral-toned furniture, pendant lights over a kitchen island, and minimalistic decor.

Main Floor Glow-Up; A Fresh Take on Timeless Design

Before and After, Cabinet Shop, Featured, Kitchen Renovation

May 17, 2025

Welcome to our latest reveal! This main floor renovation at Medina Lake Drive is a testament to timeless design, intentional living, and the power of thoughtful craftsmanship. The Jkath Design Build + Reinvent team took a dated layout and brought it to life with modern elegance, functional upgrades, and character-driven design.

A cozy living room with light wood floors, neutral furniture, a wooden console table, built-in shelves, a fireplace, large windows, green plants, and a brown dog sitting near the sofa offers inspiration for 7 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Spring.

Before and After: A Fresh Perspective

What was once a dated and not so functional floor plan has been opened up to invite natural light, fluidity, and everyday livability. Strategic structural changes allowed us to knock down small barriers, literally, and reimagine the flow from the kitchen to the living and dining spaces. Take a look at the before images here, with the previous and new layouts of this main floor.

Spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, black appliances, a large island with three barstools, and a round dining table for four—perfect for trying 7 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Spring amid warm lighting and stunning hardwood floors throughout.

A spacious living room with carpeted floors, a blue sectional sofa, leather armchair, wooden built-ins, and a fireplace is perfect for relaxing or trying 7 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Spring as sunlight streams through large windows.

Black and white floor plan showing labeled rooms—great room, kitchen, dining room, living room, office, mudroom, and bathroom. Stairs, appliances, and 9-foot ceilings are noted. Some areas are marked “not in scope.” See 7 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Spring.

Architectural floor plan showing rooms like a great room, kitchen, pantry, dining room, and more, with labeled dimensions and ceiling heights—perfect inspiration if you’re exploring 7 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Spring.

Custom Cabinetry & Classic Touches

The kitchen is truly the heart of this home, and it’s packed with custom Jkath Design Build cabinetry in Sherwin Williams Limewash with Rejuvenation Ansel brass hardware. A contrasting island in warm oak tones, grounded with handmade zellige tile that adds texture and artisan flair.

A modern kitchen features a white marble countertop, stainless steel stove, brass fixtures, a large white range hood, cutting boards, a pot, and a bowl of citrus fruit on the counter.

Modern kitchen with white cabinetry, brass hardware, a black and stainless-steel stove, a large white range hood, and a white tile backsplash. A bowl of oranges sits on the counter near a cutting board and utensils.

A modern kitchen with light cabinetry, an open cupboard displaying glassware and dishes, a white marble island with brass faucets, and a stove with a white range hood. A gold and glass pendant light hangs above the island.

The modern kitchen features a large island, wooden chairs with white cushions, gold pendant lights, white cabinetry, and a decorative range hood. Greenery in vases and fruit add natural accents to this bright, airy space.

Pass Through Pantry

We also added a walk-in pantry with a dual arched entrance, taking from a portion of the original kitchen floor plan. Custom dark painted cabinets blended with faux walnut pantry storage adjacent, prioritizing aesthetic while leaning into a budget friendly version for bulk storage.

Floor tiles by Tile Bar, Fordham Grigio and Bianco in porcelain, cut to size. Cabinetry painted in Sherwin Williams Black Magic.

A stylish home pantry with dark cabinetry, glass-front cabinets holding glassware, open shelves with decor, a microwave, beverage fridge, cocktail supplies, and a bowl of lemons on a black countertop. A floral rug lies on the tiled floor.

A neatly organized wooden pantry shelf holds dishes, bowls, jars, baskets, glassware, cookbooks, and kitchenware—creating a timeless look that pairs perfectly with kitchens featuring natural stone countertops. A small wooden step stool sits on the floor in front.

Living Room: Warm, Layered, and Livable

All new fireplace, custom stone surround, and built in cabinetry pained in Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee for optimal storage and decor stands out in this new space. Custom furnishings selected by our design team and curated styling bring a lived-in vibe to this cozy room.

A modern living room features a black, minimalist chandelier, neutral couches, a wooden table with decorative bowls and candlesticks, and built-in white shelves displaying books and vases.

A cozy living room with a dog standing on light wood floors, a beige sofa, wooden console table, built-in shelves, black chandelier, fireplace, and a TV mounted above the mantel.

A modern living room with light wood floors, neutral furniture, a large potted plant, built-in white shelves, a mounted TV above the fireplace, and sunlight streaming through expansive windows.

Details in the Dining Room

A newly added wall separates this space from the front playroom and the newly added pass through pantry to the kitchen. Entertaining with ease, and a bit more formality this house demands. Walls and millwork are painted in Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee.

View through an arched doorway into a modern dining room with a wooden table, four chairs, abstract wall art, gold chandelier, and a brown curly-haired dog sitting on a gray rug.

Final Thoughts; More Than Just Pretty

While the final look is visually pleasing, what makes this renovation a true success is how intentionally it was designed for the people who live here. Every design detail and customization was chosen to support their lifestyle, and craftsmanship to last a lifetime.

If you’re eager to explore even more possibilities for enhancing your home, consider contacting our team to learn more about our design-and-build services.

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