In the News
INSPO by KHL Design Studio is One of Five Local Businesses in Downtown Lee's Summit To Recieve $10,000 Backing Small Businesses Grant Through American Express And Mainstreet America
June 2024
We are thrilled to announce that INSPO by KHL Design Studio has been selected for the American Express and Main Street America Small Business Enhancement grant program! This recognition fuels our passion for creating stunning interior designs for both commercial and residential spaces.
Congrats to the other selected Downtown Lee's Summit businesses!
Read the article on The Lee's Summit Tribune and Downtown Lee's Summit
We're officially a Women Owned Business!
September 2023
KHL Design Studio LLC DBA INSPO is proud to announce that we are certified as a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) through the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the nation's leading third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women.
The WBENC Certification process has confirmed that our business is at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by a woman or women, and has the appropriate structure and strategic business planning and implementation in place. By including women-owned businesses among their suppliers, corporations and government agencies demonstrate their commitment to fostering diversity and the continued development of their supplier diversity programs, which in turn empowers women as leaders and brings about a more diverse, balanced and sustainable economy.
Find out more about The WBENC and its certification process here.
Lee's Summit Business Recieves $5000 Grant From Spanx Founder
November 2020
41 Action News' Gabriella Pagan interviews Kelly about recieving a Red Backpack from Spanx's Global Giving
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Lee's Summit Interior Design Studio Owner Awarded $5000 Grant For Female Entrepreneurs
November 2020
FOX4 Highlights the Red Backpack recieved by KHL Design Studio
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Local Businesses Looking Forward to the Holiday Season
November 2020
Gabriella Pagan features Kelly and INSPO on 41 Action News to talk COVID and shopping small this holiday season
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Podcast 2020
Check out our Podcast with the wonderful Rena E. Striegal! Take a listen, and hope you enjoy! We discuss being Interior Design, being an entrepreneur, taking risks, growing your business, and moving from a home office into a commercial space.
Listen here
The Kansas City Star -
Small-business loan helps design company energize the 'shop local' movement
December 2020
Read about how INSPO by KHL Design Stuido is launching an e-commerce store with funds from Spanx's Global Giving
The Kansas City Star -
Businesses Edging in on 'other side of the track' in Lee's Summit
November 2019
Read about our new INSPO store located in Downtown Lee's Summit!
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Testimonials
Cheri - Lee's Summit, MO
"Kelly and her team were wonderful to work with. She took our ideas and came up with some awesome designs for the remodel of our primary bathroom. She was easy to work with and Kelly was extremely professional. We will definitely work with her again. We love our new master bathroom. Thank you Kelly!!"
Susan - Lee's Summit, MO
"I walked into KHL Design with no idea of how to change my current home to a version I'd be happy with. They met with me in a timely manner and designed several beautiful options. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for anything from redecorating to a complete remodel."
Don & Georgia - Lee's Summit, MO
"We used KHL Design Studio for our main level kitchen, living room and powder room remodel. Kelly also turned our unfinished basement into a great family room, billiards room, bar area and 1/2 bath. Kelly's designs were fantastic and just what we wanted. They are highly functional and beautiful. We also used her for furnishings and love the classy and unique products we now have in our home. We highly recommend Kelly and her services. She is very talented and great to work with. Be sure to check out her store for lots of inspiring in stock products."
JoDelle & Greg - Lee's Summit, MO
"From the beginning, my husband and I were drawn to Kelly Lankford's professionalism --- subtly serious with a fun flair. She has the creative ability to "imagine beyond the norm", tying in every element of the project. We love our uber contemporary, functional and fun, new kitchen! Would we use KHL Designs again? Absolutely!"
Jeff Sandman - Leawood, KS
Partner, Pendo Management Group
"KHL Design Studio has been a huge asset and an integral part of my business for several years. Turning the client's desires into a reality that they could have never dreamt of seems to be KHL's trademark. Professionalism, talent and a never-ending quest for perfection are all reasons why KHL is my go to Interior Design firm."
Jillian - Menlo Park, CA
"I absolutely love what Kelly Lankford of KHL Design Studio has done with two of our homes. We have used her for everything from space planning in two major remodels to selecting furnishings, draperies, floor coverings, tile, moldings, paint colors - essentially every aspect of making our homes not only beautiful but also extremely comfortable. Although I had worked with other interior designers in the past, I would never consider using anyone other than Kelly - her ability to understand my taste and lifestyle while elevating my taste to achieve a cohesive and gorgeous home is unprecedented."
Ryan & Michelle - Lee's Summit, MO
"We had Kelly Lankford from KHL Design Studio over to our house to help us plan for our kitchen remodel. We've never worked with a designer before, so we didn't know what to expect. Both of us feel like we've got a pretty good eye when it comes to design, but we were overwhelmed until Kelly stepped in. She was able to work our style and ideas into a master plan that we both love. Now we have a game plan on how to move forward, because for us, the remodel is going to be done over time and not in one fell swoop. We can move forward with confidence, because we know how each step fits into the overall plan. Thank you Kelly for your creativity and hard work, and we'll keep you posted as we make progress on your wonderful plan!"
Susan - Shawnee, KS
"I have had the privilege of working with Kelly Lankford on several projects at my home. She is a top notch designer who always offers options and listens intently to her client's feelings. I have appreciated her honesty and professionalism. We entertain often and there have been many compliments by my guests as to Kelly's work and creative ideas."
Linda - Omaha, NE
"KHL Design Studio helped me redo my living room, office area, kitchen, bathrooms, and bedroom when I bought my new home. I love the furniture and wall colors selected. Great work. Willing to put in the time needed to do a good job."
Chris - Omaha, NE
"The KHL Design Firm opened our eyes to unique ways of seeing things, of using color and unusual materials to create truly extraordinary rooms. We were ready for a change in several of our rooms, and their suggestions helped create a home where we receive so many compliments. They helped us create a home that we truly love. With their help, we also totally renovated our kitchen. We never guessed it would become a real showplace within our home, but the unusual glass tile backsplash with the marble countertops, the new lighting, the silver tile around the fireplace, tall stools, chairs at the hearth, window treatments, new appliances and sinks, and wall decoror all combine to make a most creative yet comfortable living environment. We could not be more pleased at what a difference working with KHL Design Firm made to the appearance of our home. We love it!"
Press
Kansas City Homes & Style
2024 ASID Heartland Design Awards
ASID Missouri West-Kansas celebrated ASID’s 50th anniversary by honoring local interior designers for their commitment, service, and design excellence.
Kansas City Homes & Style
June 2024
Kelly shares her expert tips on how to blend different metals seamlessly, the dos and don'ts, and why this trend is taking the design world by storm.
Designers Today
July 2023
Check out Kelly's interview below with Designers Today touching topics on climate, trends and all things design in the midwest
Kansas City Spaces - Designer Kelly Lankford Shares Her Latest Obsession
March 2018
Kelly shares about her latest obsession. Check out more about interior design!
Lee's Summit Lifestyle - Heart Connections
September 2015
Read about the women doing business in Downtown Lee's Summit.
Homes and Style KC - Dig In
2014 Color Issue
Learn about KHL's revamp of this contemporary gem in Leawood.
Designer's Favorite Spaces
December 2014
Love to glam it up? Check out the remodel of this master bathroom.
Awards
- ASID Heardland Design Award 2024 - CRYSTAL AWARD - Commercial Design
- ASID Heardland Design Award 2024 - SILVER AWARD - General Living Space
- ASID Heardland Design Award 2023 - GOLD AWARD - Wild Card Space
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2023 - SILVER AWARD - Commercial/Hospitality
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2017 - GOLD AWARD - Kitchen - Small
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2017 - GOLD AWARD - Commerical
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2017 - GOLD AWARD - Whole House Large
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2015 - GOLD AWARD - Commerical Heathcare
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2015 - SILVER AWARD - Commerical Corporate Small
- Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street 2014 - NEW DOWNTOWN DYNAMO
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2013 - GOLD AWARD - Kitchen - Small
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2013 - GOLD AWARD - Commerical Corporate Small Space
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2012 - GOLD AWARD - Commerical Heathcare
- ASID Heartland Design Award 2012 - SILVER AWARD - Residential Kitchen