Building the Rhythm of Home: When Design and Life Flow in Harmony
A well-designed home doesn’t just look good, it moves with you. For KBC, creating a beautiful space is about more than aesthetics; it’s about establishing a sense of rhythm that brings clarity, connection, and comfort into your everyday life.
In one of their most personal projects yet, the KBC team helped a client facing a major life transition craft a home that reflects her individuality and supports her next chapter, proving that when you design with intention, every detail matters.
1. Designing to the Beat of the Home
“A well-thought-out home has a rhythm,” explains Tommy Trzcinski, president and general manager of Kitchen & Bath Concepts of Pittsburgh. “Everything comes together as a cohesive unit when you build to the beat of a home.”
A natural flow that ties every element together. In this project, the entire design stemmed from one key architectural feature: a custom floating staircase.
Key elements of the design’s rhythm:
A floating staircase with maple treads, deep charcoal steel stringers, and a glass railing
Visual repetition of materials: steel, wood, and glass throughout the home
Sightlines that allow the homeowner to view artwork on all levels from any point on the stairwell
This staircase wasn’t just functional - it was sculptural. Welded on-site, it became the heartbeat of the home, setting the tone for every other design decision.
2. Custom-Tailored for the Client’s Life
This was no cookie-cutter remodel. From day one, the homeowner made it clear: this space was for her, not for resale. That directive gave the KBC team freedom to craft details specific to her height, taste, and daily routines.
Ways the home was customized for the client:
Electronically controlled kitchen cabinets that open with the touch of a button, ideal for high storage
Cabinet heights and ergonomics tailored to her size and comfort
Room layouts designed for decompression, not distraction
Every space curated to her aesthetic with bold art, soft lighting, muted finishes
KBC approached the project with deep personalization, creating a sense of support and sanctuary in every room.
3. From Blank Canvas to Cohesive Sanctuary
The home began as a dirt-floor townhouse shell. KBC transformed it into a modern, three-story sanctuary that reflects clarity, flow, and artistry.
Highlights from the home’s transformation:
Frameless glass shower and floating stone tub with underlighting
A media-free entertainment lounge with conversational seating for intentional gatherings
Muted color palette to highlight the client’s contemporary art collection
Custom lighting to enhance niches, artwork, and natural materials
Every choice, material, lighting, color, was made to harmonize, helping the homeowner feel grounded and uplifted in her space.
4. Creating Homes That Support Life’s Transitions
For the KBC team, this wasn’t just a project, it was a relationship. As the client entered a new life chapter, the home became a partner in that transition.
Design elements that support emotional and physical well-being:
Clear open layouts that reduce stress and increase light
Spaces designed for presence, like a tech-free lounge for decompressing
Architectural rhythm that invites movement and curiosity from room to room
A focus on emotional connection—not just visual impact
“To this day, she’s one of my favorite people that I’ve ever worked with,” says Trzcinski. “I love her aesthetic, and the house lends itself to feelings of cohesion where every detail has meaning and affects her positively as she enters a new chapter of her life.””
Final Thoughts
Great design doesn’t just change how your home looks, it changes how you live in it. The rhythm of this Pittsburgh townhouse, from its floating staircase to its quiet lounge, proves that when form and function align with the soul of the client, the result is transformational.
At KBC, we don’t just remodel homes, we reimagine the way you experience them. Whether you’re entering a new season of life or simply craving deeper cohesion in your space, we’re here to help you build something beautifully, rhythmically yours.
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