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Project posted by KEM STUDIO

The Steiner Residence

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Location
Shawnee, Kansas
Year
2017
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
“We want people to realize you can be creative no matter where you live.” -- Brad Satterwhite, the co-founder and principal architect of KEM STUDIO.
“We want people to realize you can be creative no matter where you live.” -- Brad Satterwhite, the co-founder and principal architect of KEM STUDIO.
The Steiner residence, located in the Grey Oaks subdivision in western Shawnee, is a far cry from the average house, both in looks and functionality.
The Steiner residence, located in the Grey Oaks subdivision in western Shawnee, is a far cry from the average house, both in looks and functionality.
The open-concept structure features five bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms.
The open-concept structure features five bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms.
Custom colorful, modern art splashes from the walls, offering a glimpse into the family’s personality.
Custom colorful, modern art splashes from the walls, offering a glimpse into the family’s personality.
"Living in our house is like being on vacation every day!" -- Ian Steiner
"Living in our house is like being on vacation every day!" -- Ian Steiner
The rooftop provides a playful and secluded space to watch movies, relax or practice putting.
The rooftop provides a playful and secluded space to watch movies, relax or practice putting.

Details

Square Feet
2950
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
5

Credits

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Architect
Interior Design
KEM STUDIO
KEM STUDIO
Photographer
Bob Greenspan
Publications
Shawnee Dispatch: 'Modern urban' in western Shawnee

From KEM STUDIO

The Steiners' home is a study in rethinking what it means to live in suburbia. The couple is heavily involved in the urban core of Kansas City, but wanted to live close to friends and family in the suburbs. To do so, they purchased an undeveloped lot in a cul-de-sac near their kids’ school. However, they were determined to not compromise the way they wanted to live for the status quo.

They contracted with KEM STUDIO to design a home that met their needs. Their playful lifestyle inspired all aspects of the design of the home – from the indoor slide to the roof terrace (that includes a putting green). KEM STUDIO was influenced by a modern interpretation of a traditional form. Some neighbors love it and some question it, but the biggest compliment came from the Steiner's youngest son who said, “I love our house because it feels like we’re on vacation every day!”