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In his wildly popular book “Atomic Habits,” James Clear writes: “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” In other words, it’s the incremental adjustments you make to your routines that determine future success – and you’ll find the proverbial slow-and-steady approach advised throughout this edition of LN.
LN’s health columnist Connie Mitchell interviews seven local physicians on p. 10, asking each for scientifically backed tips for achieving health goals. All doctors underscore the importance of adopting healthy habits rather than crash diets or exercise binges. Mercy surgeon Dr. Katelin Mirkin frames it as self-kindness: “Think of your body as though it were another person or child you were in charge of taking care of and keeping safe.”
Such an approach can be helpful to mental health, too. Contributor Bethany Christo shares a beginner’s guide to mindfulness and meditation on p. 44, wherein St. Louisarea psychologists identify one of the greatest threats to beneficial practice: impatience – with oneself for losing focus or in waiting to feel the desired effects. Dr. Katie Boyd advises, “Whatever happens during an exercise is okay. If you struggle and can’t focus, you’ll do it again tomorrow, and it might be different.”
Like many aspects of life, getting healthier is easier if you’re not alone. On p. 22, you’ll discover digital editor and staff writer Amanda Dahl’s guide to finding a personal trainer who fits your needs, and on p. 28, contributor Brittany Nay tells the story of how, for more than 50 years, local outdoor outfitter Alpine Shop has shared the love of being active in nature.
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ELEMENTAR Y EDUCATION
Reach
By Maggie Peters > Photos courtesy of Rohan Woods
Aprivate elementary education is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child. Small class sizes, individualized attention, and a well-rounded curriculum with specialty teachers in subjects like science, art, music, foreign language, drama, and PE create an environment where children thrive academically and socially. Yet, for many families, the idea of private education feels unattainable. But what if a private elementary education was within your reach? What if a tour could unlock possibilities for your child’s future that you hadn’t considered?
Rohan Woods School invites you to explore the amazing opportunities the school offers and see for yourself how your family can be part of their community
“We know many families would love to choose private education but often assume it’s not affordable,” says head of school Sam Page “We don’t want cost to be a barrier About one-third of our families receive financial support, and we’re proud to make that possible It’s all about opening doors for students and giving them the foundation for a lifetime of success.”
Rohan Woods offers need-based tuition assistance as well as merit-based scholarships,
which can be combined to make a private education more accessible than you might think.
Small Classes, Big Impact
Of course, beyond affordability, parents want an environment where their children will thrive –not just academically, but socially and emotionally. With class sizes capped at 15 students and one class per grade from age 2 through sixth grade, Rohan Woods was founded in 1937 on the belief that small classrooms create big opportunities for learning.
“It’s a very personal environment,” Page explains. “Teachers know every child’s name, and students form strong bonds with their peers. We see students grow in confidence, problem-solving, teamwork, and public speaking—skills that help them thrive in secondary school and beyond.”
A Unique Approach to Learning
One of Rohan Woods’ standout programs is its Project Approach, a unique, hands-on learning method not offered anywhere else in the region. Students select a topic they’re passionate about, spend six to eight weeks researching and exploring it, and then present their findings to the school, including peers, teachers, parents, and even local leaders.
The children really take ownership of their learning,” says Page. “At culmination events, parents and guests go from group to group, asking questions and engaging with the students. It’s incredible to watch the kids think critically in real time, make eye contact, and confidently share their expertise.” Project also involves two grade levels working together, giving students the chance to develop leadership and teamwork skills while building meaningful connections with peers.
See for Yourself
Rohan Woods School is more than a place to learn—it’s a community where children are nurtured, challenged, and equipped to succeed. If you’ve ever thought private education was out of reach, Rohan Woods invites you to think again.
“I encourage families to visit and get to know us,” says Page “The time you spend on a private tour could be one of the best investments you make in your child’s future ”
To learn more or schedule your tour, visit rohanwoods.org/admissions.
Rohan Woods School, 1515 Bennett Ave., St. Louis, 314-821-6270, rohanwoods.org
SCIENCE OF Success
By Connie Mitchell
Every New Year, people resolve to do it all better. For many of us, that involves taking better care of our health. But what exactly does that mean? We asked some local physicians for their recommendations based on current science and clinical experience.
“There is no secret or magic answer here,” says Dr. Katelin Mirkin, a Mercy bariatric surgeon. “The No. 1 thing to do is to adopt a healthy lifestyle. And I say ‘adopt’ because it needs to be a daily, lifelong commitment to your health, not a one-time crash diet or exercise binge. Think of your body as though it were another person or child you were in charge of taking care of and keeping safe.”
For many physicians like Mirkin, regardless of specialty, it comes down to the basics. Dr. Chris Jacobs, dean and vice president for medical affairs at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, recommends a three-point plan: (1) Get 150 minutes weekly of moderate physical activity to improve cognitive ability, mental health and mood as well as decrease weight and the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, stroke and some cancers. (2) Eat a diet high in fruit and vegetables and low in sweets, saturated fat and ultraprocessed foods to help prevent cardiovascular disease, maintain a healthier weight and increase longevity. (3) Stop smoking.
“I would say my top priority for a 2025 resolution would be to find any way to move every
day,” says Dr. Jamil Neme, a SLUCare primary care sports medicine physician. “Exercise has been proven to be a true medicine for prevention and treatment of many ailments.” He also stresses the importance of resistance training, drinking plenty of water and picking “one ultra-processed food to get rid of.” Dr. Jason Maddox, a Mercy Clinic family physician, agrees that movement, especially outdoors, is an excellent resolution, and adds, “Just make sure you wear your sunscreen and a hat.”
While exercise is a top resolution for many, Sarah Buday, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist at the Washington University Pain Center, reminds us not to go overboard. “Many of us feel rushed and as though we are not doing enough,” she says. “It’s so important to give ourselves credit for all of the little things we do that are important pieces of self-care, such as showering, brushing our teeth, taking medications, etc., that do take a certain amount of time and energy.”
Even eating regularly can be a challenge for busy individuals, she adds. “Scheduling those times to eat is very important. If we don’t schedule something on our calendar or have it as part of the daily routine, it usually doesn’t get done. The same applies to exercise – we often feel as though we don’t have enough time or energy to engage. I encourage individuals to move based on time, maybe starting with 15 minutes, rather than a
distance or number of reps, and to increase slowly over time.”
Buday’s advice indicates the importance of selfcare beyond purely physical activity. Psychiatrists weighed in with other resolutions designed to increase “human flourishing.” Dr. Erick Messias, Samuel W. Fordyce Professor and chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at SLU School of Medicine, suggests practicing daily gratitude and kindness, including to yourself, learning something new, and taking time to appreciate moments of awe in the natural world around you.
Controlling your social media engagement can also help improve mental wellness, says Dr. Patricia Cavazos-Rehg, a professor of psychiatry at Washington University School of Medicine. “Social media is now a permanent fixture in almost everyone’s lives. Social media shapes attitudes and behaviors for those who use it, and this is especially true for pre-teens and teens,” she notes. She is studying ways to foster healthier and more intentional social media experiences among young people.
“Lastly, practice mindfulness,” Neme concludes. “Take a break from the noise and screens throughout the day to take a deep breath. Breathing exercises have been shown to decrease anxiety and calm the nervous system. This can strengthen our resolve, if we ever have a rough stretch, to get back on the resolutions we’ve made to ourselves.”
Mercy St. Louis, 615 S. New Ballas Road, St. Louis, 314-251-6000, mercy.net
SSM Health SLUCare Physician Group, www.ssmhealth.com/slucare
Washington University Physicians, physicians.wustl.edu
GREEN THUMBS, Helping Hands
By Charlotte Renner
If you’re looking for ways to make a tangible difference in 2025, we have some hands-on opportunities that will make the outdoorsmore enjoyable for all. Volunteer at one of these environmental organizations to make St. Louis more sustainable in the new year.
BRIGHTSIDE ST. LOUIS
Brightside works toward making St. Louis more sustainable by cleaning up neighborhoods, planting trees downtown and launching community gardens. It prioritizes educating and engaging St. Louisans to spread awareness about our environment. Get a group of friends or colleagues together to make a visible difference in your community. Head to brightsidestl.org/ get-involved/volunteer to make it happen.
Brightside St. Louis, 4646 Shenandoah Ave., St. Louis, 314-772-4646, brightsidestl.org
FOREST RELEAF
Forest ReLeaf of Missouri aims to create a more resilient tree canopy in our state through – you guessed it – planting trees. Its community tree nursery, the Forest ReLeaf Nursery and Arboretum in Creve Coeur Park, hosts more than 20,000 trees. Volunteers are vital to caring for these trees by planting, watering and weeding every Wednesday and Friday morning (and
occasionally on Saturdays). Its busiest time is coming up during spring potting. Visit moreleaf. org/volunteer to learn more.
Forest ReLeaf, 4642 Shenandoah Ave., St. Louis, 314-533-5323, moreleaf.org
MISSOURI STREAM TEAM
Protecting Missouri’s 110,000 miles of streams isn’t an easy task, but it’s one that Missouri Stream Team is up for. After all, our state’s waterways provide us with essential drinking water, exciting recreation and access to Missouri’s inspiring nature. You can join its mission by volunteering for your area Stream Team. A day in the life of a Stream Team volunteer includes hands-on projects such as trash pickup, water quality monitoring, storm drain stenciling and tree planting. To get involved, reach out to streamteam@mdc.mo.gov.
Missouri Stream Team, statewide, 573-751-4115, mostreamteam.org
SEED ST. LOUIS
Since 1984, Seed St. Louis has been increasing sources of affordable food through urban agriculture. It strongly supports the use of vacant lots for growing fresh produce for the community and has since established 250
gardens throughout the St. Louis region. You can support Seed St. Louis by volunteering in its Demo Garden, community gardens and school gardens. Keep in mind that its main volunteer season is March through October. Visit seedstl. org/volunteer to get more details and submit your volunteer interest form.
Seed St. Louis, 5501 Delmar Blvd., Suite B270, St. Louis, 314-588-9600, seedstl.org
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Meet McAvin Design
St. Louis-area designer Rochelle McAvin is resolving to enjoy more creative freedom in her work this year.
The former designer at LU Design Build established her own firm, McAvin Design, 10 years ago but worked as an independent contractor through 2024, meaning she’s technically been self-employed but worked on projects for other firms.
After studying interior design and architectural design in college, she started with color consulting and worked a couple years at another firm before joining LU Design Build, a local one-stop shop for luxury home remodels. There, for seven years, she learned about the technical aspects of design and residential remodeling.
“I wanted to go step out onto my own and have more flexibility in the design process,” she says. “I love layers and color, and I want to approach every project like it is a cozy expression of art and my client’s taste!”
McAvin works with Brittany Wolken to make the design selections, adding that Wolken herself was a past client –“I thought she had great taste and we hit it off!” This year, she’s looking to hire a draftsperson too.
Now, she says, “going out on my own feels liberating.” Her firm offers full-service interior design and residential remodeling, consulting and design, including work on kitchens and bathrooms, with a mission to create “spaces that are comfortable, imaginative and inspiring.”
Every project begins with McAvin getting to know the client and their desire for their home. “After the first meeting I start by rendering the space; that way we have a jumping-off point with the client to start refining the design,” she says. “I love collaboration and getting to know my clients in the process. It makes the end project feel like a win for the client, and I genuinely feel like I was able to help them transform their space into something functional and beautiful.”
McAvin Design, 314-324-6149, mcavindesign.com
Andrea Smith > Photos by Karen Palmer Photography
& SEEKHide
By Nancy Robinson > Photos supplied
Leather accents add a warm, rustic vibe to modern interiors.
Jonathan Charles presents the Sagehill 42-inch diameter round mirror. It is framed in beautifully weathered oak and authentic hair-on hide fabric accented with brass nail heads. (jonathancharles.com)
The 22-inch square Rufus pillow from Eastern Accents features a khaki cover with leather corner details and brushed gold nail heads. The zipper closure makes for easy removal. A pillow insert of your choice is included. (salliehome.com)
Known for its unique upholstered leather furniture designs, Old Hickory Tannery presents this generously sized ottoman featuring a patchwork of fabric, tanned leather and hair-on hides. (donnellyinteriors.com)
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OF SPRING Dreaming
By Pat Raven, Ph.D. and Julie Hess
With the recent cold weather, ice and snow, I had the luxury of time to bury myself in 2025 plant catalogues. With glossy, photo-filled paper issues and colorful online listings, it is easy to get lost in the images of spring blossoms. In addition to mail order, several local nurseries have their inventory available for preorder, with mid-spring availability for pickup. I did that last year and was pleased to receive larger plants than the ones that were shipped.
Each year, I try to sample some of the newest cultivars so I can speak firsthand about their performance. Remember, the job of plant nurseries is to sell plants, so sometimes, they over-hype their merchandise. Before I order a new variety, I research it on multiple websites. By comparing comments, I have been able to avoid one highly touted native plant that I was seriously thinking about getting until I discovered elsewhere that it was aggressive and weedy. Not in my small garden!
Online research also can help you choose between cultivars. What makes this hot new item better or different from its predecessors? Is it its disease resistance, dwarfism, cold hardiness, more prolific bloom or new color range?
Here are a few of my new selections that made the cut for my first haul of the year.
Colocasia “Polargreen Hardy”– Perennial Elephant Ears? No pot to drag into the basement every fall? I’m sold.
Dianthus “Everlast Orchid” – A reliable reblooming garden pink in a vivid bubblegum hue.
Digitalis “Arctic Fox Lemon Cream” – Most foxgloves are biennials. This one is perennial!
Eupatorium “JoJo” – A dwarf Joe-Pye weed with brighter pink, double flowers and a longer, showier bloom season than other varieties of the plant.
Phlox “Sherbet Blend” – The first phlox with buttery hues in a soft pastel palette of yellow, green and rose, along with great powdery mildew resistance.
Spigelia “Apple Slices” – An Indian pink that is slightly smaller and much darker wine red than “Little Red Head” or “Ragin Cajun.” Fireengine red doesn’t work in my color scheme, but this version might blend in better.
Some of my favorite picks from recent years include the new superhardy Alstromeria “Coral Chaos”; amaryllis “River Dance”; rosemary “Hill Hardy”; Agapanthus “Blue Galaxy”; the reblooming irises “Immortality” and “Harvest of Memories”; a new hybrid Anemone called “Spring Beauty White”; and Digitalis “Arctic Fox Rose”; a lovely rose-andcream perennial foxglove. The daylily “Happy Returns” has exceeded my expectations and continued to bloom sporadically all the way to Thanksgiving. I have two other Joe-Pye weeds, “Ruby” and “Little Joe.” Both are dwarf and have a shorter bloom time than “JoJo” is advertised as having. Not having space for all three, may the best plant win!
COACH TRYOUTS
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Looking to get in shape or prioritize your health this year? We spoke with two certified personal trainers who own fitness clubs in the St. Louis metro about how to find the right fitness guide for you.
VET YOUR POTENTIAL PERSONAL TRAINER
Look for professionals who are and remain educated in their field. “Ideally, they have a degree in exercise science or a health-related field and a nationally recognized certification,” says Dale Huff, coowner at NutriFormance. He recommends searching for someone with certifications in any of the following: the American College of Sports Medicine, the American Council on Exercise, the National Academy of Sports Medicine or the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
“If possible, go to their facility and observe if clients look happy, healthy and, overall, welcoming,”says Debbye Roman, owner and founder of Thrive STL. “The clients are a reflection of the trainer. Ask about their onboarding process. Ask questions like, ‘What certifications do you have? How long have you been doing this? Do you have experience training people my age/gender?’”
RED FLAGS TO LOOK FOR IN A TRAINER
Examine the longevity of the business and experience of your trainer. If you hope to address a specific issue, make sure the trainer has expertise in how to manage that need, such as by accommodating a joint replacement or lowerback issues.
Social media can be a useful marketing tool, warns Huff, but if you are only seeing images and videos of a trainer on their feed, it’s impossible to gauge if they’re keeping clients’ goals and needs ahead of their own.
ESTABLISHING A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP
You might not be an expert on how to achieve your fitness goals, but you are the expert on how your body feels. So, speak up when it’s time to
change the pace or frequency of your workout routine.
“Always communicate with your trainer,” Roman says. “Let them know if anything hurts [or] doesn’t feel challenging enough. Most experienced trainers can tell if the intensity is good for your level of fitness, but at the end of the day, we’re humans – so communication is key!”
NutriFormance, 1033 Corporate Square, Creve Coeur, 314-432-6103, nutriformance.com
Thrive STL, 8123 Delmar Blvd., University City, 314-457-3474, stlthrives.com
Photo by Lance Thurman, courtesy of Thrive STL
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Photo by Lance Thurman, courtesy of Thrive STL
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Russell “Holly” Hollenbeck, who recently celebrated his 92nd birthday, has been spreading his love for the outdoors across generations of customers through Alpine Shop in Kirkwood for nearly 50 years.
Whether you’re running an ultramarathon, paddling the Mississippi, skiing the slopes, hiking a mountain or just starting your active journey, the specialty outdoor retailer outfits climbers, backpackers, hikers, campers, paddlers, cyclists, snowboarders and skiers like family.
“We’re here to help moms and dads introduce their kids to the outdoors, after their moms and dads did the same thing decades before,” co-owner Hollenbeck says. “We want our customers to feel like family when they come in.”
In 1973, the original shop, Mooers Alpine, was opened by St. Louis outdoor enthusiast Bob Mooers after he became a dealer of Chouinard Equipment – the predecessor to outdoor industry powerhouse Patagonia. When Mooers moved to the U.S. Northwest in 1978, he sold the store to one very loyal customer: Hollenbeck.
Renaming it Alpine Shop, Russell Hollenbeck and his wife and coowner, Lisa Hollenbeck, retained the retailer’s focus on climbing while adding gear for virtually every outdoor venture under the sun to the merchandise lineup through the years.
During more than five decades, Alpine Shop has expanded with three sister stores: in Chesterfield, which opened in 1998; Columbia, bought by the Hollenbecks in 2000; and the Manhattan, Kansas, location, called The Pathfinder, purchased by the co-owners in 2015.
The enduring success of the multi-award-winning adventure outfitter, whose merits include “Backpacker” magazine’s National Retailer of the Year, is credited to Russell Hollenbeck’s dedication to sharing his lifelong love of the outdoors with generations of customers.
“Kids are exploring the outdoors and passing it on to their kids and on and on,” marketing director Todd Oswald shares. “Everyone gets more out of being outside – there’s something about having adventures outdoors that transforms you more than anything else.”
Much of Alpine’s staff has worked at the shop for more than 20 years – including Kirkwood store manager Angie Bono. Each staff member brings a personal passion, including rock climbing, running, cycling and paddling.
All of that experience translates to knowledgeable and caring service for every customer, says social media director and assistant buyer Katia Gregov: “Once we learn what’s cool and we’re excited about it, we interact with the customer, see if the product is going to work for their needs
and get the perfect fit for them.”
Among the flagship location’s extensive inventory, Patagonia remains its top-selling brand, while Vuori casual athleisurewear has gained popularity in recent years.
Whether you’re looking for lifestyle clothing, accessories or activewear, the Kirkwood shop carries apparel from Kuhl, Killtec and Smartwool, and footwear offerings include Blundstone lifestyle boots, Merrell hiking boots, Sorel snow boots and Hoka running shoes, with Yaktrax removable traction cleats for snow and ice.
Additionally, the store boasts a range of bikes and cycling accessories, as well as a full-service ski shop offering gear from Burton, Salomon, Nordica, Atomic and Oakley.
You can experience the great outdoors right along with Alpine Shop as it hosts local and regional trail running, paddling, gravel bike and adventure races.
“I find spirituality whenever I’m outside,” Russell Hollenbeck says, “and I just want everyone to have those kinds of experiences.”
Alpine Shop, multiple locations, alpineshop.com
Brittany Nay > Photos courtesy of Alpine Shop
Dohmo
Anew ice cream shop featuring a creative twist recently opened its doors in Olivette. Dohmo debuted in November, offering customizable ice cream, freshly baked taiyaki and bubble tea.
Each frozen treat is blended to order in a slow-freeze machine –the first of its kind in the St. Louis area – so that guests can build their own treats from a list of more than 40 different mix-in options.
The concept comes from husband-and-wife duo Jason Jan and Yen Luu, who also own Nami Ramen, which opened in 2016 and moved from Clayton to its current Skinker Boulevard location in 2021. Prior to owning Nami Ramen, the pair founded FroYo in 2008. The independent frozen yogurt shop went on to have seven locations throughout the St. Louis area, which were sold to different ownership in 2014. After a long absence from the world of sweet treats, Jan and Luu felt inspired to create a unique new dessert destination.
Each frozen dessert is made to order behind the counter in an open kitchen where visitors can get a glimpse of the action. In just a couple of minutes, the proprietary slow-freeze machine finely blends the ingredients – including a variety of fruit, candy and more – so that each creation takes on a fully transformed texture of its own. The mixing cone dispenses the treats in a picturesque swirl and self-cleans between each serving.
Ice cream bases include vanilla, chocolate or a coconut milk-based
non-dairy option, blended with cereal and mix-ins of your choice. Guests can opt for ice cream served in a cup with Pocky, with a freshly baked taiyaki waffle or as a milkshake. “The options are limitless. The whole idea is that customers can really come in and co-create their own concoctions,” Jan says.
Preset combinations include a house specialty made with vanilla ice cream, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, mango and lemon biscuits. Jan and Luu, who hail from Malaysia and Vietnam, respectively, also made sure to include some popular Asian flavors into the mix, such as matcha, ube and yuzu. The shop serves two kinds of sweet rice flour-based taiyaki waffles – a thinner, crispy taiyaki to go with the ice cream, and a thicker filled taiyaki that comes with your choice of fillings such as Nutella, custard, red bean or cheese.
Luu developed the crafted beverage menu, which is broken down into five categories: milk tea, salted cheese, fruit tea, spritzers and panna cotta. She took a training course in New York to come up with the diverse drink list, and popular picks so far include a lychee spritzer and a brown sugar latte, available with toppings such as popping boba and grass jelly.
“So far, I’ve seen a lot of people coming in excited and happy with the whole concept,” Jan says. “It’s a great neighborhood. My kids go to school just around the corner and we have a lot of friends here as well. I wanted to create a nice neighborhood ice cream shop, and I just feel this is the perfect spot for it.”
Dohmo is currently open Sunday through Thursday from noon to 9 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from noon to 10 p.m.
Dohmo, 9538 Olive Blvd., Olivette, 314-222-3518, instagram.com/dohmoicecream
Story and photos by Mabel Suen
Ev er y o ne who tr ains at 20 Minutest to F itness is her e f or a r easo n.
For Jeanne W halen of S t. L ouis, that reason became c lear when she turned 70 in 2024. “I noticed I was losing musc le and aging,” says the former nurse.
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LUSTRON HOMES in St. Louis
By Emily Standlee
We talk a lot about red brick as a housing material in St. Louis, but what about enameled steel?
Believe it or not, features like steel pocket doors and built-in bookcases exist in Lustron houses, the small, prefabricated structures designed in the late 1940s and early 1950s by Chicago industrialist Carl Strandlund. Strandlund’s idea was to create a factory assembly line, which – instead of manufacturing the parts for automobiles – would mass-produce the parts for low-maintenance houses.
“Lustron homes were a direct response to the housing shortage in the U.S. immediately following World War II, and [Lustron] was one of the few housing companies to receive federal loans to help expedite its prefabricated homes,” says Nathan Wilber, founding member and current president of ModernSTL, a nonprofit supporting education about modern St. Louis Architecture. “The Lustron Corporation had its factory headquartered in Ohio, and since the homes were essentially flat-packed and shipped out on trucks, many Midwestern cities like St. Louis were within easy shipping distance. There was a national advertising
campaign for the Lustron homes, and a display home was built near the site of the present-day University Tower on South Brentwood Boulevard.” Around 75 houses were built across the St. Louis region, including in Boulevard Heights, Webster Groves, Crestwood, Florissant and Brentwood.
In its brief three-year run, the Lustron Corporation built more than 2,000 homes, each priced between $8,500 and $9,500 – roughly $117,000 in today’s dollars. According to Nathan Jackson, author of blog St. Louis History and Architecture, about a dozen Lustron homes still stand in the St. Louis area. “At roughly the same time that [Finnish American architect] Eero Saarinen was drawing up his plans for the design competition with his stainless-steel arch, the Lustron Corporation was making fabricated homes, also out of steel,” he notes. “On paper, the design is not that different in its layout from the standard houses at the time, but its full-metal construction helped the Lustron houses stand out among other cookie-cutter suburban homes. Americans were full of optimism, as the victory in World War II made many look to the future; this was reflected in architecture and engineering.” Lustron’s downfall and bankruptcy in 1950 was fueled by a combination of challenges: the short timeline to repay government loans, poor distribution networks, rising prices and even restrictive zoning codes – such as those banning steel chimneys, for example.
Still, these little homes, shipped in 3,300 parts stacked on a single trailer, are scattered around St. Louis, proof of a short-lived but genius idea. With soothing pastel exteriors in shades like “Surf Blue,” “Dove Gray,” “Maize Yellow” and “Desert Tan,” some maintain the iconic Lustron zig-zag pattern striping up one pillar. The houses came in three budget-friendly models: the Westchester, the Newport and the Meadowbrook, ranging from
700 to just over 1,000 square feet. They contained two to three bedrooms, gray metal-paneled interior walls, space-saving pocket doors and built-in bookshelves and vanities and were built on a concrete slab. They also came equipped with a radiant convection heat system. Some models boasted bay windows in the living room, asphalt tile flooring and even a unique combination clothes- and dish-washer in the kitchen.
In St. Louis, father-son team John Kinneman and Kaleb Higgins have been steadily restoring their Lustron home in Boulevard Heights to its original glory, documenting the journey on YouTube and hosting a recent open house in collaboration with Wilber and ModernSTL. “What I find most interesting about Lustrons is that they represent a very specific snapshot in time of American history,” Wilber says. “Following the Depression and war years, the demand for innovation and modernization of the building industry was growing rapidly. The Lustron home looked to both of these ideas in a way that had not been previously considered.”
In Webster Groves, multiple Lustron homes have been officially designated as historic landmarks. These houses have stood the test of time – it’s hard not to wonder how they might have shaped our current view of prefabricated housing, had the company survived. The demand for affordable housing was certainly there in 1950, just as it is now – at its end, Lustron had thousands of unfulfilled orders for homes that never made it to customers. For modern-day St. Louis, spotting a Lustron home with its signature steel-paneled exterior is a rare treat that sparks the imagination.
Modern STL, modernstl.com
St. Louis History &Architecture, stlhistoryandarchitecture.com
ARTS AS HEALING
10th Anniversary Gala
In early November, attendees of the 10th annual Arts as Healing Gala gathered at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis in Clayton. The event showcased 32 works of art, with guests purchasing raffle tickets for a chance to win each piece. Following a lively reception featuring hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, guests transitioned to the main ballroom for a luncheon and the program.
Following the welcome message from emcee Rene Knott, Karen Berger, president of the Arts as Healing board of directors, spoke. The organization’s founder, Vicki Friedman, also gave remarks, welcoming honorary chairs Craig and Pam Toder to the stage. In addition, Debbie and David Caplin were honored for their contributions to the health and well-being of patients throughout the greater St. Louis community.
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– Vicki Friedman ARTS AS HEALING FOUNDER
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MOCHA MOUSSE MEET
PANTONE’S 2025 COLOR OF THE YEAR IS ITS MOST INDULGENT PICK YET.
Rich, warm and comforting Mocha Mousse is the 2025 Pantone Color of the Year. Pantone, the global color authority and provider of professional color language standards and digital solutions for the design community, selected the soft brown shade for its comforting and calming qualities, reminiscent of indulging in a warm cup of cocoa or decadent dessert while cozying up with the perfect throw
At once humble and grounded and sophisticated and luxe, Pantone’s team describes the delectable pigment’s ability to “transport our senses into pleasure and deliciousness [and] envelop us with its sensorial warmth.”
“Underpinned by our desire for everyday pleasures, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse expresses a level of thoughtful indulgence,”
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Mousse presents a discrete and tasteful touch of glamour ”
An unpretentious classic meets lush, modern hue, Mocha Mousse is on trend with the “beige era” the wedding and event industry is experiencing, according to Maggie Barton, chief executive officer with Butler’s Pantry catering and event specialist in St. Louis. Rather than classic staples like black, blue and gold, Barton says beige tones are big in everything from event design to home décor and wardrobes. “We’re seeing a shift toward grounding palettes in soft neutrals like white, tan and, of course, the rich and versatile Mocha Mousse,” she notes.
Mocha Mousse is the ultimate elevated neutral, ideal for grounding any event’s design, Barton explains: “It’s a sophisticated choice for table décor, where it can be featured in lush linens, textured napkins or glowing candles, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Mocha-toned glassware or vintage-style chargers can tie the entire look together, adding a subtle yet impactful pop of color to any tablescape.”
Brown hues are so lovely to add to any space; they add such warmth and are truly classic. “ ”
Barton says hosts also can bring the organic, peaceful shade into events with florals through nontraditional elements, such as pampas grass, dried leaves or mocha-toned ribbons, adding earthy textures to bouquets and centerpieces.
The versatile hue also shines in fashion, she says: “Bridesmaid dresses in mocha offer a timeless elegance, especially when paired with softer accents like ivory or dusty rose It’s a color that effortlessly bridges classic and modern aesthetics.” For winter
- Danielle Kalish, interior designer and owner of ABODE by Parklyn Interiors
weddings or events, mocha fauxfur wraps are a decadent way to keep guests cozy while elevating the seasonal style, Barton adds.
Ladue-based internationally lauded fashion designer Audra Noyes Herndon details how to incorporate rich brown tones into your wardrobe by refreshing core foundational silhouettes in elevated, modern fabrics. “This versatile shade seamlessly transitions across seasons, making it a worthy wardrobe investment,” she says.
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AUDRA, lightweight wool suiting, patchwork shirting and trench shirt dresses in mocha shades bridge classic tailoring with effortless statement dressing.
“For a playful yet elevated twist, pair mocha or rich brown tones with ivory, soft pinks or olive greens, as seen in our Floral Lamé motif,” Herndon adds.
Danielle Kalish, interior designer and owner of ABODE by Parklyn Interiors home décor shop in Clayton, says Mocha Mousse is fit for all areas of the home – including in your closet.
“Brown hues are so lovely to add to any space; they add such warmth and are truly classic,” she says. To incorporate the shade into your home, she says, look for mocha-toned accents such as vases, pillows and throws. “For ready-to-wear fashion pieces, I just bought a great pair of brown denim that I love styling monochromatically with a brown top and boots. It feels like a fresh color in my wardrobe.”
Pantone’s pick for the year will surely have us seeing the oftoverlooked brown color family with fresh eyes. Whether or not Mocha Mousse is your cup of tea (or cocoa, in this case), it’s safe to say that neutral tones have entered an opulent new era.
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Treasures Timeless
ST. LOUIS PHOTOGRAPHER SHANA WATKINS CREATES MUSEUM-GRADE HEIRLOOM PORTRAITS IN A NOSTALGIC STYLE.
By Megan Rubenstein > Photos by Joan Fisher
After years of admiring an heirloom childhood portrait of her grandfather, family photographer and St. Louis native Shana Watkins decided she wanted to bring the art form to local families in a modern way.
“When I lost my grandpa, it was such a treasured keepsake for me. It made me realize just how timeless it is, and also how important it was to me as his granddaughter,” Watkins says. “I realized that as much as I love what I’ve been doing for families, there is really something to be said for that one special childhood portrait that you can pass down to future generations.”
This moment inspired Watkins to take on a new venture within her photography business –children’s heirloom portraits.
“It’s a way to create something super special that can be enjoyed by the family today and only grows in value as the kids [age] past this stage in their lives,” Watkins says. “It’s so different from a lifestyle session, which definitely has its place. I wanted to do something where I felt like these kids would be documented in a way that could span generations.”
After extensive research, Watkins developed a method of creating these heirloom portraits by using technology to transform her portrait photographs into long-lasting, high-quality art. The process begins as a portrait photo session with Watkins, who then collaborates with an artist to digitally hand-paint over the photo, giving it that classic look.
“We use a photograph as the base, and the artist is hand-coloring and creating individual brush strokes over the photo,” Watkins says. “It’s not like I have a filter, and ta-da, we have this art piece It’s really time consuming.”
Before starting the painting process, families first choose the photo of their child that speaks to them – the one that captures their child’s essence to forever remember
“After our photo session, the family – often mom, or mom and grandma – come back and choose their favorite We call it the reference
photo We look for that one perfect portrait that shows off [the child’s] expression and what they want to remember about this stage,” Watkins says. “Sometimes it’s the big smiles or sometimes it’s the really small, sweet smile ”
After collaborating with the digital painter, Watkins then works with a fine-art printer who prints the portraits on 100% cotton archival paper from Germany using archival inks.
Watkins says the museum-quality production ensures longevity – creating an heirloom that truly lasts from generation to generation.
“I’ve had some grandmas who talked to me about pastels they had of their own kids, and there were a lot of stories of how the pastel fell off the picture or it’s starting to deteriorate,” Watkins says. “Today, we can create this beautiful, traditional piece of art, but make it last longer ”
Accuracy is another benefit of Watkins’ method – since the art is based on a photo, the result is true to life
“I’ve had clients who previously did pastels, where they say it never really looked like their kid,” Watkins says. “What I wanted to do was precisely capture the features so [the portrait] looks exactly like their child.”
Thanks to the digitally based process, families can see a proof of the work and approve the piece before finalizing and printing.
“It puts everyone at ease,” Watkins says. “It is an investment, so you want to know that you’re going to love the finished product.”
Families can choose the size and frame style they want for their portrait and can also opt to print duplicates – for example, printing an additional smaller version for extended family or for a keepsake box alongside the main piece.
“St. Louis is such a family city,” Watkins adds. “People love celebrating their kids, and these portraits are a beautiful way to do that.”
Shana Watkins Photography, 314-644-1616, shanawatkins.com
PRESENCE Practicing
By Bethany Christo
Exercising regular mindfulness can help you strengthen the mental muscle of focusing attention on positive, a rming thoughts and being in the present moment. Here’s how to get started.
On a day-to-day basis, some of us can’t get out of our own heads. Others are on autopilot or too swept up in life’s distractions to ever pause and reflect on their internal experiences. For people in each of these scenarios – and everyone in between –practicing mindfulness can be a helpful regular exercise to focus attention where you want it to be in the present moment.
The key word is exercise, says Dr Laura Chackes, a licensed psychologist and owner of The Center for Mindfulness & CBT in St. Louis. “Just like physical exercise requires regular practice over a period of several weeks before we notice any changes, mindfulness practices like meditation require a regular routine over four to six weeks until we start to see the benefits,” she says. “I also remind clients that some people love to run and others hate it, but either way, if they continue to run, they will see changes in their strength and endurance. Meditation is similar in that some people feel good while they’re doing it and others don’t, but either way, if done regularly over time, both types of people will reap the benefits.”
Those benefits are both immediate and cumulative, says Dr Katie Boyd, a licensed psychologist in the St. Louis area who has more than 15 years’ experience and often incorporates principles of mindfulness into her therapeutic practice. “Immediately following a practice, there are often feelings of relaxation and improved clarity, as well as building-block effects over time with regular practice of decreased anxiety, improvements in mood, increased acceptance of self and life
situations, improved ability to focus, better sleep and a general sense of more inner peace,” she says. “My clients report being better able to have space between a stressor and their emotional reaction, which gives them the ability to be more deliberate in deciding how to respond rather than having a knee-jerk, emotionally based reaction.”
Rather than inquiring about mindfulness therapy outright, Boyd says clients come to her with depressive symptoms, feelings of anxiety and stress, or obsessive or ruminative thinking, and she identifies mindfulness exercises as a tool for managing these
At its core, mindfulness helps you pay more attention to your inner life and maintain a deeper sense of present-moment awareness by using one of the most powerful tools at your disposal – your mind.
“Mindfulness is a great tool to recalibrate focus to the present moment in order to manage future-focused anxieties or fears,” Boyd says. “At the beginning of a new year, many people tend to become reflective, setting goals or resolutions for themselves to make improvements in their lives. So it can be a perfect time to set a goal to be more present or to begin daily mindfulness practices in order to better manage stress or improve overall mental and emotional well-being.”
If getting started on your own, both doctors recommend first dispelling the notion that mindfulness and meditation require emptying your mind and stopping your thoughts. “This leads to frustration and giving up on the practice,” Boyd says. “Having the correct expectations that your mind will absolutely wander – and that it is the very practice of redirecting your wandering mind to the focal point, without judgment – that is the benefit of mindfulness.”
Chackes recommends setting a regular daily time to practice for five to 10 minutes, any time of day, and linking it to something you do every day such as right before brushing your teeth or after breakfast. Then, choose an app like Headspace, Calm or Insight Timer to guide you
through a “classic” meditation such as “body scan,” “sitting meditation” or “loving kindness.” Taking a mindfulness course, such as those offered by The Center for Mindfulness & CBT, or signing up for mindfulness-focused therapy sessions can also help those struggling to make it a regular part of their lives or who are tempted to give up.
Mindfulness itself is nothing new, nor has it changed much in the 40-plus years it’s been used as a therapeutic tool in Western psychology; however, the public’s perception of it has changed greatly. “Ongoing advancements in neuroscience have led to more and more understanding of the effects of these thousandsyear-old practices on the brain, emotions and psychological well-being,” Boyd says. “[Research has] found that regular mindfulness practice can lead to actual physical changes in the brain’s structure and function. As one example, mindfulness practice decreases activity in the amygdala, which is an area of the brain that plays a key role in anxiety, fear and rage ”
Adds Chackes: “Mindfulness practices literally change our brain chemistry by strengthening the neural pathways that lead people to be less reactive to stress and have improved memory, attention and concentration. This is pretty remarkable given we’ve always known how important our minds are, yet until recently, very little attention has been given to developing the mental training that is so crucial to our success.”
A key to that success is to remember the goal lies in simply doing the practice and accepting yourself where you are. “I often tell my clients, ‘The rules are there are no rules,’” Boyd says. “Whatever happens during an exercise is okay. If you struggle and can’t focus, you’ll do it again tomorrow, and it might be different.”
The Center for Mindfulness & CBT, 967 Gardenview O ce Parkway, St Louis, 314-561-9757, mindfulstl.com
Dr Katie Boyd, 10411 Clayton Road, No. 209, Frontenac, 314-833-8833, stlouisanxietypsychologist.com
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