Kansas City Building Supply: Enhancing Living Options

Kansas City is hundreds of miles from large bodies of water, but a segment of the coastal living craze is rushing to our area. Massive walls built of scenic doorways are opening up our homes to innovative living possibilities through new construction or remodeling and Kansas City Building Supply is leading the way.

“Scenic doorways are moveable wall systems that fold, lift or slide. Homeowners have been using them on the coast for a long time to blend indoor and outdoor spaces, a concept called California living,” noted Jay Waldenmeyer, owner, Kansas City Building Supply. “They’ve been used in commercial buildings for many years, and we’re now seeing them pop up in new residential construction and remodeling. It’s a great way to throw open the doors and hang out in an indoor and outdoor environment. With these innovations, when the weather is suitable, you can open your doors and enjoy the environment.”

“Door products such as these, which we typically supplied for commercial projects, are becoming more accessible to and desired by our residential customers. The larger, folding doors allow people to seamlessly blend their indoor and outdoor spaces,” commented Janene Ervin, interior design consultant, Kansas City Building Supply. “With more investment being made in outdoor living environments with fireplaces, kitchens, covered porches and beautiful outdoor furniture pieces, people want to open up their homes and incorporate that space into their indoor living activities. Scenic doors allow the two spaces to be used almost year-round, even here in the Midwest, with well-designed heating options incorporated into the project.”

Homeowners shouldn’t be intimidated by price or complexity to add a scenic doorway to their house. But while they can be incorporated in nearly any home, the doors do require a larger opening than more traditional doors. “The header, which is the piece above the door carrying the load of the opening, typically needs to be engineered into the plan early in the design phase. In most cases, even in a remodel project, the opening can be easily achieved with a steel beam or a pre-engineered laminated product,” remarked Janene. “Your builder should work with a local structural engineer to make that happen for you. It’s important to get an experienced builder that prepares the opening correctly so the door will perform with ease for years to come.”

“The light and openness they bring can truly change the feel of your room, but a scenic door needs to be designed into the project with your architect or engineer,” commented Jay. “Call Kansas City Building Supply, and we’ll show you the many options available and connect you with the right contractors and structural engineer to install them. You can also use your own contractor, who probably already has a relationship with us. Almost any wall can be modified to fit this product, which comes in wood, steel, vinyl clad and aluminum and many colors and styles.”

At Kansas City Building Supply, on the southwest corner of 75th Street and I-35, experienced staff guide you through this process. The facility has served KC-metro general contractors, retail consumers and remodeling contractors for nearly three decades. The commercial and residential business features a 4,000-square-foot showroom and 115,000-square-foot warehouse, both filled with the latest building products. The broad range of products at Kansas City Building Supply allows you to pick from entry-level offerings to premium designer products and those in between. You’ll find quality brands and welcoming price points for every budget.

“The extensive showroom at Kansas City Building Supply is a great place to start,” noted Janene. “There are so many choices, so it’s best to have someone who’s experienced and knowledgeable to help you get the scenic door that meets your needs and fits the application you have. The doors can be customized to meet the needs of your family. It’s a big investment; you want the right product for your application.”

If you’re considering a new way to enhance your living options at home, take a look at the scenic door systems offered by Kansas City Building Supply. They’re affordable and can be customized to meet the needs of your family. They’ll help you seamlessly blend indoors with the outdoors, opening up a warm and inviting living space and giving you a creative way to make the most of your modern,
well-appointed home. ■

For more information, visit kcbuilding.com.