![FORWARD Design | Architecture has sent us photos of a home renovation they completed for an existing mid-century ranch in Leawood, Kansas.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mid-century-modern-home-renovation-171123-1114-01.jpg)
FORWARD Design | Architecture has sent us photos of a home renovation they completed for an existing mid-century ranch in Leawood, Kansas.
Before Photos
The existing house was a small two-bedroom home, with the clients originally wanting a temporary addition with the intent of razing the house within a few years. Instead, the architects were able to create a design that would keep the original home, and transform it into the home they wanted.
Here’s a glimpse of what the home looked like before the renovation.
![Before photo of a mid-century modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/before-house-renovation-171123-1117-01.jpg)
![Before photo of a mid-century modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/before-house-renovation-171123-1117-02-rotated.jpg)
![Before photo of a mid-century modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/before-renovation-entryway-171123-138-01a-rotated.jpg)
![Before photo of a mid-century modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/before-renovation-living-room-171123-138-01a-rotated.jpg)
![Before photo of a living room remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/before-renovation-living-room-171123-138-02a-rotated.jpg)
After Photos
The updated facade and entryway included a new addition to the front of the home creating an entry vestibule and covered porch. A colorful front door adds brightness to the home and stands out against the grey and white exterior, as well as the nearby plants.
![A colorful front door adds brightness to the home and stands out against the grey and white exterior, as well as the nearby plants.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mid-century-entryway-front-door-171123-1227-01.jpg)
![A colorful front door adds brightness to the home and stands out against the grey and white exterior, as well as the nearby plants.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mid-century-entryway-front-door-171123-1227-02.jpg)
![A colorful front door adds brightness to the home and stands out against the grey and white exterior, as well as the nearby plants.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mid-century-entryway-front-door-171123-1227-03.jpg)
In the living room, stairs were added that lead down to a family room, while the white walls and ceiling, and the grey-painted brick fireplace reflect the colors used on the exterior of the home.
![In the living room, stairs were added that lead down to a family room, while the white walls and ceiling, and the grey-painted brick fireplace reflect the colors used on the exterior of the home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mid-century-modern-renovated-living-room-171123-133-01.jpg)
![In the living room, stairs were added that lead down to a family room, while the white walls and ceiling, and the grey-painted brick fireplace reflect the colors used on the exterior of the home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mid-century-modern-renovated-living-room-fireplace-171123-133-02.jpg)
A wood slat accent wall helps to define the kitchen, keeping it partially hidden from view, but allowing the light to travel throughout the spaces.
![A wood slat accent wall helps to define the kitchen, keeping it partially hidden from view, but allowing the light to travel throughout the spaces.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-kitchen-wood-white-171123-136-01.jpg)
In the kitchen, wood cabinetry has been paired with white countertops with matching white tiles, and a light blue ceiling.
![In this updated kitchen, wood cabinetry has been paired with white countertops with matching white tiles, and a light blue ceiling.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-kitchen-wood-white-171123-136-02.jpg)
![In this updated kitchen, wood cabinetry has been paired with white countertops with matching white tiles, and a light blue ceiling.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-kitchen-wood-white-171123-136-03.jpg)
![In this updated kitchen, wood cabinetry has been paired with white countertops with matching white tiles, and a light blue ceiling.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-kitchen-wood-white-171123-136-04.jpg)
![In this updated kitchen, wood cabinetry has been paired with white countertops with matching white tiles, and a light blue ceiling.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-kitchen-wood-white-171123-136-05.jpg)
![In this updated kitchen, wood cabinetry has been paired with white countertops with matching white tiles, and a light blue ceiling.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-kitchen-wood-white-171123-136-06.jpg)
A small addition was created to house a combination pantry and mudroom.
![A small addition was created to house a combination pantry and mudroom.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-mudroom-with-white-cabinets-shelving-bench-171123-1240-01.jpg)
In the dining room, a wood dining table is surrounded by grey upholstered chairs with black legs that match the table design.
![In the dining room, a wood dining table is surrounded by grey upholstered chairs with black legs that match the table design.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mid-century-modern-inspired-dining-room-171123-104-01.jpg)
The home also has a screened-in porch with a secondary dining and living area.
![This contemporary home has a screened-in porch with a secondary dining and living area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/screened-patio-171123-1241-01.jpg)
In the primary bedroom addition, the ceiling was hipped to gain volume and define the space.
![In the primary bedroom addition, the ceiling was hipped to gain volume and define the space.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-bedroom-design-171123-1234-01.jpg)
A home office is located behind a sliding door in the bedroom and includes a built-in wood desk and a wall of storage.
![A home office is located behind a sliding door in the bedroom and includes a built-in wood desk and a wall of storage.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-bedroom-design-171123-1234-02.jpg)
![A home office is located behind a sliding door in the bedroom and includes a built-in wood desk and a wall of storage.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-bedroom-home-office-171123-1234-03.jpg)
![A home office is located behind a sliding door in the bedroom and includes a built-in wood desk and a wall of storage.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-bedroom-home-office-171123-1234-04.jpg)
The primary bathroom has a hexagonal tile floor and a skylit wet zone containing the shower and tub.
![The primary bathroom has a hexagonal tile floor and a skylit wet zone containing the shower and tub.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-white-bathroom-grey-tile-floor-wood-vanity-171123-1237-01.jpg)
![The primary bathroom has a hexagonal tile floor and a skylit wet zone containing the shower and tub.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/bathroom-shower-niche-171123-1237-01.jpg)
![The primary bathroom has a hexagonal tile floor and a skylit wet zone containing the shower and tub.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/shower-skylight-171123-1237-01.jpg)
The stairs in the living room are flanked by wood walls, reminiscent of the wall by the kitchen.
![Contemporary stairs with wood accent surround.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-carpeted-stairs-171123-1229-01.jpg)
![Contemporary stairs with wood accent surround.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-carpeted-stairs-171123-1229-02.jpg)
In the basement, there’s an open floor plan with a family room, wet bar, and games area.
![In this basement, there's an open floor plan with a family room, wet bar, and games area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-basement-with-kitchenette-bar-171123-1232-01.jpg)
Stairs from the basement lead out to the swimming pool and patio, which has been furnished with an outdoor lounge and fireplace.
![A landscaped backyard with a swimming pool and a patio furnished with plants, an outdoor lounge, and a fireplace.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-patio-swimming-pool-171123-105-01.jpg)
![An patio furnished with plants, an outdoor lounge, and a fireplace.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/modern-patio-with-fireplace-171123-105-01.jpg)
The Floor Plans
![The floor plan of a renovation mid-century modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/lower-level-floor-plan-171123-1124-01.jpg)
![The floor plan of a renovation mid-century modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/main-level-floor-plan-171123-1124-01.jpg)