Design-Build
Main-Floor Remodels
Design-build main-floor transformations — layout changes, structural openings, and integrated expansions across Oakland County.
Rethink Your Main Floor, Starting with the Kitchen
In many Oakland County homes, the kitchen isn’t the only issue, the layout is. A main-floor remodel (what many homeowners mean by a first floor remodel) often starts by opening up the wall between the kitchen and living room, improving circulation, and aligning sightlines between the kitchen, dining, and living spaces. When the existing footprint cannot support the plan, we may integrate a kitchen addition or bump-out as part of one coordinated design-build scope.
We do not perform cabinet-only or cosmetic remodels.
Open Concept Wall Openings
If you’re searching “open up kitchen to living room,” “open up wall between kitchen and living room,” or “wall removal between kitchen and living room,” you’re usually not asking for a small kitchen update. You’re asking for a layout change. We evaluate structure, coordinate openings, and plan the kitchen and living areas as one connected main floor so the result feels intentional, not improvised.
Common layout outcomes include:
+ Removing a wall between the kitchen and living room to create a true open concept plan
+ Widening openings to improve sightlines and traffic flow
+ Converting a galley kitchen to open concept by reworking appliance placement, clearances, and island planning
+ Solving split-level constraints in an open concept tri level remodel with smarter transitions and circulation
Kitchen Additions as Part of a Main-Floor Remodel
Some layouts cannot work without more square footage. When needed, we integrate a kitchen addition or bump-out into the same design-build plan as the main-floor remodel, so structure, zoning, selections, and detailing stay aligned. If you’re looking for kitchen addition contractors, our work fits best when the addition is tied to a larger main-floor scope, not a standalone room add-on.
FEATURED MAIN-FLOOR REMODEL PROJECTS
Recent kitchen-centered main-floor remodels where we reworked circulation, improved flow between kitchen and living areas, and in many cases opened key wall lines to create a cohesive open concept plan. When the footprint had to change, the addition was integrated into the same design-build scope.
Design Details We Integrate in Main-Floor Remodels
These design details often show up inside our kitchen-centered main-floor remodel work, especially when the goal is an open concept layout that functions as one connected living space.
Butler’s Pantry
A hallmark of high-end kitchen design, often incorporated to support entertaining, storage, and workflow, especially when the kitchen opens to surrounding living spaces.
Custom Cabinets & Storage Solutions
Bespoke cabinetry designed specifically for luxury kitchens, balancing refined aesthetics with the storage and functionality required for everyday use.
Premium Finishes
High-end finishes selected to elevate the kitchen visually and materially, coordinated to feel intentional within the home’s overall design.
Our Design-Build Process for Main-Floor Remodels
kitchen-centered main-floor transformations require more than a standard remodel approach. Our design-build process is structured to align layout, budget, and feasibility early so decisions are informed, realistic, and coordinated before construction begins.
Understanding the Existing Main Floor
We start by understanding how your main floor functions today and where it breaks down. This includes layout, circulation, sightlines, and how the kitchen connects to living and dining spaces. If wall openings or expansion may be required, feasibility is discussed early.
Defining the Plan Before We Build
Planning Phase
During preconstruction, we develop layout options, align selections, and establish a realistic budget range. Structural coordination, permitting considerations, and expansion options if needed are addressed so scope is clear before construction begins.
Executing the Approved Design
Project-Specific Timeline
With planning complete, construction moves forward with one accountable team. Work is sequenced intentionally to support structural changes, open-concept layouts, and any approved expansions while maintaining clear communication throughout the build.
Delivering the Completed Main Floor
Final Phase
We complete a detailed walkthrough, address final items, and ensure the transformed main floor is ready for daily life functionally, visually, and structurally aligned with the original plan.
What Our Clients Say
Hear directly from our satisfied clients.
“We couldn’t be happier with how our home turned out. Every detail was handled thoughtfully, the process felt clear the whole way through, and the end result fits how we live.”
“The remodel and addition at Hazelhurst felt seamless. They found a smart way to pull the front porch into the footprint, and the finishes came out better than I expected.”
“The new addition feels like it was always meant to be part of our home. We spend so much more time in this space now, and it completely changed how we enjoy our lake views.”
“Reschka Design Build turned our space into something we truly love. It exceeded our expectations, and the finished result feels right for our home.”
“The result is beyond what we imagined. The entire process felt smooth, and the final result is exceptional.”
FAQs
These are the most common questions homeowners ask when planning a kitchen-centered main-floor transformation, including layout changes, open-concept planning, and overall project scope.
Often, yes. The first step is confirming what’s structural, then planning the opening, supports, and any mechanical reroutes so the finished space feels seamless and intentional.
It depends on structure, span, utilities in the wall, and how far the remodel scope extends beyond the opening. We define feasibility and investment range during preconstruction planning so cost and scope stay realistic.
A kitchen addition is rarely “just an addition.” Cost depends on how the main floor is being reconfigured, structural scope, and finish direction. When we include a kitchen bump-out, it is planned as part of the overall main-floor remodel so the layout and budget stay aligned.
We don’t rely on cost-per-square-foot pricing for design-build additions because structure, complexity, and finish level swing too widely. We set ranges after scope and feasibility are defined in preconstruction.
In many cases, yes, with planning. Temporary disruptions are expected, especially when kitchens and main circulation areas are involved. We discuss logistics early so clients can make informed decisions.
Investment varies widely based on layout complexity, structural changes, and finish level. Because these projects involve more than a kitchen-only scope, they typically exceed standard kitchen remodel pricing. Final investment is defined during preconstruction planning.
Changes are possible, but they impact cost and schedule. Our design-build process is structured to finalize layout and selections during preconstruction so construction can proceed with clarity and fewer surprises.
Still Have Questions?
If you’re considering a kitchen-centered main-floor transformation, the best next step is a design-build discovery call to clarify scope, feasibility, and next steps.
Investment Ranges for Main-Floor Remodels
kitchen-centered main-floor transformations vary significantly based on layout complexity, structural scope, and finish direction. The ranges below reflect typical construction investment once scope is clearly defined through our design-build planning process.
Kitchen - Main-Floor
$120k+
Kitchen-centered layout reconfiguration
Improved flow between kitchen, living, and dining spaces
Structural coordination where required
Design-build execution with defined scope
Expanded Main-Floor
$175k+
Significant open-concept planning
Major wall openings and circulation redesign
Higher-complexity structural coordination
Integrated material and detailing decisions
Main-Floor + Expansion
$250k+
First-floor kitchen addition or bump-out integrated into the overall plan
Expanded kitchen and main living areas designed as one cohesive floor
Structural, zoning, and permit coordination
High-end material and detailing coordination
*Final investment is determined during preconstruction planning after layout, structural feasibility, and scope are defined.
Last Updated: April 2026