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Omaha Rockbrook Kitchen & Laundry Room Remodel

Midcentury-inspired design that preserves the home's original character

Midcentury Modern Design

Preserved Floor Plan

Custom Walnut Features

A Midcentury-Inspired Kitchen Remodel That Preserves the Original Layout

For this Rockbrook kitchen and laundry room remodel in Omaha, the homeowners wanted a fresh, functional design without losing what made their home distinctive.

An existing utility room at the center of the kitchen created an unusual U-shaped layout. Other design firms had recommended removing it to open up the kitchen, but the homeowners wanted to keep it.

HC Remodel & Design embraced that preference, developing a midcentury-inspired kitchen with custom walnut features, improved storage, and thoughtful adjustments to make the existing layout work better.

Project Goals

The homeowners had four priorities that guided the design of this remodel:

  • Preserve the kitchen's distinctive U-shaped layout.
  • Convert the central utility room into a functional pantry.
  • Improve circulation and storage while limiting utility relocations.
  • Incorporate custom features that complement the home's midcentury character.

Before the
Rockbrook Remodel


The original kitchen featured honey-colored wood cabinetry, burgundy walls, a patterned backsplash, and beige tile flooring. Its distinctive U-shaped layout was created by a utility room positioned in the center of the space. While the finishes were ready for an update, the homeowners wanted to preserve the layout that made their kitchen unique.

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Preserving Character While Improving Function


These 3D design renderings show how our team planned to update this Omaha kitchen and laundry room while preserving the distinctive layout the homeowners wanted to keep. The design needed to improve the kitchen's functionality while preserving the unique layout and features the homeowners wanted to keep.

The home's concrete floor joists made relocating utilities expensive and time-consuming. Rather than pursuing a major structural redesign, we worked within the existing utility locations and transformed the central room into a pantry.

The design also included widening the doorway between the dining room and kitchen to improve circulation, along with updated cabinetry and a walnut feature wall with illuminated shelving.

  • Custom Details That Make This Rockbrook Kitchen Stand Out

    The homeowners wanted a midcentury modern influence, reflected in the kitchen's natural walnut cabinetry, clean lines, and carefully selected finishes.

    A Custom Walnut Table Designed for Better Flow

    One of the project's most distinctive features is a custom walnut table inspired by the built-ins commonly found in midcentury homes. Its sculptural stainless steel base was designed to improve circulation through a busy area of the kitchen. An ivory Henry pendant with an antique brass finish complements the table and adds another subtle midcentury-inspired detail.

    An Illuminated Walnut Feature Wall

    Walnut floating shelves with integrated accent lighting create a focal point against the horizontally stacked Anthology Polar Ice Brick tile. The surrounding cabinetry pairs natural-finish walnut slab base cabinets with Cascade White enamel slab wall cabinets. Cambria Smithfield quartz countertops provide a clean surface that balances the warmth of the wood.

    Practical storage was also a priority. Soft-close rollout shelves, double-bin trash storage, a pull-out baking-tray organizer, and specialized sink-base storage keep everyday essentials organized and accessible.

  • A Laundry Room Designed for Everyday Function

    The remodel also updated the home's laundry room, creating a bright, organized space with front-loading appliances, a generous countertop for folding, upper cabinetry, and hanging storage. A custom mudroom bench adds another practical feature, with built-in seating, coat hooks, overhead cabinetry, and integrated lighting to help keep everyday essentials organized. The clean white finishes create a cohesive look across these functional spaces while making everyday chores a little easier.

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    Take a Look at the Full Rockbrook Remodel

    See the finished spaces, including the custom details that set this kitchen and laundry remodel apart.

From The Homeowners


“The Team at HC Remodel & Design were outstanding from start to finish. Design support was great, with the right blend of accommodating our vision and challenging to ensure the best look possible. Communication throughout with Gary, Lisa, and the whole team was outstanding; we always knew where things stood and could reach out any time with questions or concerns.”

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