The latest Studio Build design is about to break ground. Located near Kansas City's Waldo area, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath quasi studio will feature a completely open main level floor plan with a vaulted ceiling. The flow between the paint studio (dining room), living room and kitchen allows this relatively small floor plate to accommodate this clients needs. The master suite flanks the living space and was designed so that it can be as public or private as the homeowner feels necessary. We're tearing down the existing home, so check back in a couple of weeks for some construction / progress photo's.

Description:
Studio Build had been contemplating rehabbing a small vintage Airstream trailer to use as a job site office or a weekend camper. However, everyone got their fix while re-designing + re-building this 1961, 30' Airstream Sovereign. It was in fair condition when we took possession of it but we're pretty proud with how the finished result turned out. Complete with reclaimed barn wood, dedicated circuits for hair and makeup equipment, automatic skylights that open to help control the temperature and a mini bar of course, this new take on a Bridal Suite should be a hit.
Fresh Air Farm  is a unique "professionally managed seasonal site" with amazing decor. Be sure to check them out if you're looking for a place to host your next corporate event or wedding.

Branding:
Whiskey Design

Photo Credit:
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Description:
This 2,240 square foot, 3 bedroom modern home is tucked into a hill on the south side of brush creek in Kansas City. An open floor plan flows to the third floor's covered deck that provides views that overlook the Kauffmann Legacy Lake. James Hardie lap siding was paired with Nichiha cement fiber panels to create a low maintenance exterior skin.

Details:
designed: Spring 2012
construction completed: March 2013

Photo Credit:
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Description:
Whiskey Design did a fantastic job re-branding Fresh Air Farm's graphics so when they contacted Studio Build about fabricating a new sign we jumped at the opportunity. 
The CNC work on the 6' long by 3' wide solid white oak slab was done by 3-Axis here in Kansas City. The letters were routed out of MDO and doweled into the hardwood slab. Fresh Air Farm's new hand painted sign was a first for Studio Build, but the result turned out to be anything but ordinary.
It was our intention to use reclaimed wood from one of the Fresh Air Farm barns but Studio Build is also completed another project for Fresh Air Farm. You can check it out here.

Details:
Lead Time: 2-4 weeks

Photo Credit:
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Project Description:
Many of the homes in this historic Kansas City neighborhood have been hap-hazardly added onto throughout the years. This particular couple have done a great job adapting their home to fit their modern lifestyle. The floor plan was tweaked and the kitchen was rotated to make their living / dining experience more efficient and enjoyable. A couple of our favorite features in this new kitchen are the full height white subway tile backsplash, mahogany shelves (with concealed fasteners) and the custom mahogany + blackened steel movable island (both were fabricated by Studio Build).

Photo Credit:
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Description:
This client came to Studio Build looking for a sleek, simple, modern dining table that would compliment their current decor and simple modern dining chairs. After locating the Ash slabs, we experimented with the black finish by diluting black India Ink with water, a technique Studio Build has used on past projects. The bench was constructed in the same manner, both have a dovetail like connection where the base attaches to the slabs.

Details:
Lead Time: 2-4 weeks

Photo Credit: 
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Project Description:
This late 19th century house was vacant for months until its new life was restored. Completely gutted, redesigned and reconstructed 3918 sits atop Kansas City's Hyde Park district next to one of the oldest Oak tree's around. The 20" thick west exterior stone wall was failing was in dire need of repair. The new glass facade helps unify the exterior with the interior and provides some pretty amazing views. Stabilizing the existing structural system was a challenge but the result is a nice balance of traditional and modern architecture.

Details:
Designed: Spring 2010
Construction Duration: 9 months

Publications:
KC Magazine, October 2012 INK, vol. 5, issue 28

Awards:
KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards - Silver, Green Design, 2012
KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards - Silver, Traditional Architecture, 2012
KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards - Silver, Interior Kitchen, 2012

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography (exterior) Maxwell Kroll Photography (interior), Studio Build (exterior)

Description:
The stair treads in one of Bruce Goff's eclectic designed homes in Kansas City were in dire need of some TLC. Mid-Century Modern homes are Studio Build's forte and we adore every opportunity to work on them. We designed and installed some custom treads that complimented the newly installed floors. The black walnut frames contain carpet tile inserts that provide a softer surface to walk on as well as buffer the acoustical challenges that occur with open staircase design. 

Details:
Design / Installation duration: 4 weeks

Photo Credit:
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Description:
This office furniture was one of Studio Build's first commissions. Each desk was designed to include personalized features. They are constructed out of Walnut veneered plywood and Baltic Birch plywood. The doors, drawers and bases are all powder-coated.

Details:
Lead Time: 4-6 weeks

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography

Description:
Tucked in the heart of Kansas City's midtown district, this residence had a complete makeover due to fire damage. Since the existing foundation was preserved, an open floor plan was desired to maximize the useable area. The exterior utilizes low maintenance materials such as James Hardie siding, corrugated steel panels and a Cumeru accent wall while the all white interior provides a nice canvas for the modern furniture.

Details:
Design commenced: April 2011
Construction completed: November 2011

Publications:
Spaces - Kansas City, September 2012

Awards:
KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards - Bronze Architecture Exterior, 2012

Photo Credit: 
Bob Greenspan Photography

Description:
Studio Build was commissioned by a client of Jerad's previous employer (RDM Architecture). We were simply asked to provide a "high quality" Entertainment Center. After a few design sessions and a few weeks in our furniture fabrication shop, the Suscito Media Center was born. This finely crafted, solid cherry and wenge piece has inset doors, dovetailed drawers and was finished with a low voc water based finish.

Details:
Lead Time: 2-4 weeks

Publication:
KC magazine -  (cover)

Awards:
KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards - Silver, Craftsmanship, 2011

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography

Description:
Designed by local Architect David Runnells in 1949 and built by KC's predominate post war modern home builder Don Drummond. Jerad Foster purchased this home in January 2006 and renovated it over the next 10 months, ultimately it became "Studio Build." The exposed post and beam construction coupled with an abundance of windows make this 1,100 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home feel larger than it looks. It's fitted with Baltic Birch Paneling, custom walnut cabinetry, and custom built-in wardrobes. An expansive outdoor patio and in ground pool also make the home great for entertaining. 

Details:
Designed: January 2006
Construction Duration: 10 month

Publications:
KC Home Design, November 2008 INK, vol. 5, issue 28
Apartment Therapy, September 2008

Awards:
KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards - Gold, Outdoor, 2009
KC Magazine Design Excellence Awards - Silver, Historic Preservation, 2009

Photo Credit: 
Bob Greenspan Photography

Description:
In our constant quest to think of witty names for Studio Build's custom furniture, we often turn to experiences from our past. During our architectural studies at Kansas State University, Jerad and Nate studied abroad in Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy. Along the way they visited the Siena Cathedral. The horizontal stripes of the drawer fronts triggered the memory of the black & white banding on the facade. Black & White are the symbolic colors of Siena. There are a few more colors in these pieces but it’s safe to say that Walnut is symbolic of Studio Build. This client started their Studio Build furniture collection with the Walnut Platform Bed, the Sienna Line (two nightstands, two dressers) completed their bedroom set.
The Walnut shells were accented with cherry, maple and ash hardwood drawer fronts along with white hardwood drawer pulls.

Details:
Lead Time: 4-6 weeks

Photo Credit: 
Maxwell Kroll Photography

Description:  
For this Master Bathroom remodel, Studio Build was asked to build a Mid-Century inspired vanity. It is constructed with Walnut veneered plywood and has a solid walnut base and definitely makes a statement in this space. Studio Build also installed the wall and floor tile.

Photo Credit:
Chris Campbell Photography

Description:
This bathroom is in a very cool Don Drummond built Mid-Century Modern home in Leawood, Kansas. Studio Build added some flair by designing and building  the vanity, mirror, shower ceiling and shower base. The stainless steel shelf in the shower was also designed by Studio Build. LED lighting was integrated into the shower ceiling to accent the glass tile.

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography

Description:
The Walnut “Beverage” Station was commissioned by a couple that enjoy entertaining people at their River Market condo in downtown Kansas City. They requested enough space to accommodate 40-50 liquor bottles along with 3 cases of wine. We exceeded that request, you can never have enough storage when it comes to booze. When we showed up for happy hour (and to photograph), our client promptly informed us that “the bottles were loosely spaced and they could easily fit a half dozen more bottles.” The wine cabinet also allows for bottles to be doubled up so they can stash the good stuff. The cabinet is constructed out of Walnut veneered plywood, has steel divider shelves and a granite top.

Details:
Lead Time: 4-6 weeks

Photo Credit: 
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Description:
The wood really set the tone for the design of this desk. 2″ thick and 6′ long with some amazing color and figure. We had some thoughts for the design but ended up turning our summer intern, Chris Penland, a Kansas State University Architecture student, loose on the design of the base. Chris invested the majority of the time and energy that it took to plane the slab down to a flat surface. While he was planing it down we came a cross a bullet that was lodged in the trunk, we jokingly wondered if it was from a Civil War battle which became the inspiration for the photoshoot. Hand cut Curly Maple Butterflies were inserted to help resist the larger cracks that were forming.  All other cracks, knot holes, etc were filled with molten Bismuth to resemble the Lead Bullet that was removed.

Details:
Lead Time: 2-4 weeks

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography, Maxwell Kroll Photography

Description:
At Studio Build we are constantly searching for the balance between function and efficiency without compromising design. These desk prototypes are a result of that search. We have been experimenting with different color tints that can be sprayed through our air-assisted airless finish system, so the color of the writing surfaces is completely customizable to compliment any color scheme. Here are a couple variations that we came up with.
Version one has Solid walnut legs with a white tinted lacquer writing surface and Studio Build's signature baby blue steel support across the bottom of the legs. Solid white oak legs were used on version two with a black tinted writing surface and black steel support.

Details:
Lead Time: 2-4 weeks

Photo Credit: Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Description:
Here's another table prototype that we've been working on. The base is oiled raw steel and was fabricated by Nathan Shay with Sculpturehaus. The white oak wood top extends from 6 feet to 9 feet by inserting two drop-leafs. The finish is an extremely durable low VOC conversion varnish.
We have some tricks up our sleeve and are looking forward to showing off our outdoor aluminum / concrete version. Stay tuned for Studio Build's outdoor line coming spring '13.

Details:
Lead Time: 2-4 weeks

Photo Credit:
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build

Description:
Platform bed have been the craze for a few years now, this is Studio Build's take on it. If given a choice we always choose walnut. This king size platform bed was constructed completely out of solid black walnut hardwood. This bed has been built for two different clients and it speaks to how universal the simplicity of the design can be.

Details:
Lead Time: 4-6 weeks

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography, Maxwell Kroll Photography

Description:
This Studio Build design was one of our earliest. A queen size platform bed was crafted out of curly solid cherry, black walnut maple. Maple was sandwiched between the cherry to provide an accent band around the entire frame. The figure in this wood was incredible especially after the 8 coats of hand wiped oil.

Details:
Lead Time: 4-6 weeks

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography

Description:
The Birch Bunk was designed to maximize the usable floor space which is usually a challenge in Mid-Century Modern homes. The ladder is slightly canted for easier access to the bed and has solid walnut accents. The Birch Bunk is easy to assemble and flexible to fit a number of room configurations.

Details:
Lead Time: 4-6 weeks

Photo Credit:
Bob Greenspan Photography

Description:
Winter at Studio Build is usually a welcomed change of pace and we typically find time to explore new furniture idea's in our wood shop. This particular piece was designed and built by three Kansas State University architecture students that joined our team over their Semester Break.
It is constructed out of solid white oak with walnut inset doors and steel hairpin legs.

Details:
Lead Time: 1-2 weeks

Photo Credit:
Ryan Deveney, Studio Build