Historic Sophistication

This lovely couple lived in a beautifully historic home that was in desperate need of reworking and updating. Like a lot of older homes, the rooms were small and not conducive to entertaining. To solve this problem we redesigned the floor plan, flipping their kitchen and dining room. This completely transformed their main level, not…

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Modern Showstopper

This husband and wife, both of whom are avid chefs, wanted a dream kitchen that fostered their love of cooking while also being a showstopping entertaining space for friends and family. They desired a modern aesthetic and streamlined design that complimented their love of art. Beautiful natural walnut cabinetry and paneled appliances were chosen, along…

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KCFW Collaboration

Every once in awhile a truly unique opportunity comes our way that let’s us flex our creative muscle. We had an absolute blast partnering with KCFW and Erica Frankenhoff, a Kansas City based fashion student, to curate a vignette that both reflected and showcased Erica’s unique design aesthetic. The room was set up in a…

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World CopperSmith Video

When one of our favorite vendors asked us to participate in a promotional video that featured our recent home renovation project we, of course, jumped at the chance! This gorgeous kitchen update was anchored by a stunning World Coppersmith hood. Check out the full video, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJ_N5xwJDzk to hear more about this amazing project!

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Tudor Treat

Our clients bought an older tudor house that had a history of unsuccessful renovations. We were tasked with injecting charm back into their home while increasing it’s functionality. We were able to reimagine the layout for the kitchen as well as most of the upstairs, resulting in beautiful new spaces including an expansive primary suite.…

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A Gallery Showroom

This client was in need of a larger space that would work as an office for their team, warehouse for their crew, a showroom for clients to visit, and entertainment space for large scale events. The owner purchased an empty warehouse that was a perfect blank slate for our design team. The design solution included…

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Bright and Warm

These empty nesters realized as their family expanded their kitchen was no longer working as a needed gathering place. It was time for an update to brighten up the older, darker room and ensure the functionality worked for this evolving family’s needs. A beautiful, custom, stainless steel vent hood was brought in, providing a wow…

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CanvasRebel

CanvasRebel wants to give voice to small business owners to increase their profile in their communities. Recently, Elizabeth had the chance to sit down with CanvasRebel to share her story and talk about what makes Orion Design unique, https://canvasrebel.com/meet-elizabeth-rishel/

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Modern English Charmer

This home needed an update as many of the finishes were showing some wear and tear.  The home also lacked functionality for this young family.  We were to address this throughout much of the home while injecting charm into every nook and cranny! By moving the laundry to the second floor we made room for…

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A Warm Welcome Home

This client had recently moved into this charming Brookside home with what looked to be a recently renovated kitchen. As they were able to use the space to entertain, it became clear that it was incredibly dysfunctional and wasn’t working for this couple. They love to cook and spend time together in the kitchen. They…

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VoyageKC Feature!

VoyageKC Magazine is known for interviewing entrepreneurs, creatives and community leaders for their Inspiring Stories series, and recently Elizabeth had the great opportunity to share her life journey as well as starting and successfully running Orion Design throughout her career as an Interior Designer! To read the full story you can head over to VoyageKC.com…

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Countertops

One of the more challenging decisions to make when designing your home is the choice of countertops. They can be a statement piece or something that is the mending element of the other aspects of a kitchen or bathroom. Paint colors, light fixtures, and hardware can change as years go by and your style interests…

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Cabinet Construction

A huge part of the design process is cabinetry. Cabinets are the base point of the aesthetic and feel of your kitchen or bathroom; and many people do not know that there are many variations of cabinet construction to choose from. Typically in our design development phase here at Orion Design, we will have a…

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At Home Spa

Time spent in our bathrooms at home is considered our only ability to be alone, and for most, a place away from the rest of the world. We brainstormed over how we can make this frequented space a place to relax and enjoy while still providing the full function of a primary bath. The owner…

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Spring 2022 MTI Trip

Part of the excitement that comes with being a designer are the learning opportunities presented to us through products that we specify! This past week, our team was graciously invited to spend a couple days learning about and interacting with a variety of bath products from MTI at their manufacturing facilities in Georgia. MTI is…

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Be Original

Here at Orion Design, we want to shed light on artists and their work. Original art can make a big impact on a space and its character. We believe in the importance of supporting creativity and the connectivity it can have on a community.Robin Case is a multidisciplinary teaching artist living and working in Kansas…

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Sweet Retreat

We started with an unfinished attic space and created a Primary Suite. The bathroom needed to have a double vanity, large shower and a soaking tub. We were able to deliver and also incorporated a good amount of storage. The finishes suited this young couple with a light and airy feel. The way everything tucks…

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Quietude

Tudor homes are known for being dark. We were able to infuse light and a brightness into this space by utilizing color. A good lighting plan was also implemented! By incorporating a beamed ceiling and dark rich base cabinetry we were able to tie into the roots of this home. The client had been lusting…

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Hello Sunshine

At Orion Design we are sure that we work with only the best clients. It’s projects like this one that affirm our theory. In shifting everything around for a new layout and opening up the wall that separated the kitchen from the dining room we made a big change that will carry this home effortlessly…

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