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PENNY PREVILLE JEWELRY Why buy Penny Preville? Her feminine designs are celebrity favorites and you'll love them too.

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COLOR TRENDS REPORT Get the most stylish looks with colors that are on trend for this season.

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BIRDS OF A FEATHER With a vintage bird theme, this unique wedding leads our spring wedding section.

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SALZBURG Still alive with the sound of music.

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JETT HITT Classical musician, professor, photographer and Yellowstone's "Ozark Mountain Hillbilly".

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THE TRIPLE CROWN Saddle up for this year's racing season with these entertaining tips.

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GARDENING WITH GAY GOESSLING Q and A with a master gardener.

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LET IN THE LIGHT A talented couple transforms their historic farmhouse into a bright and elegant home.

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pring is the season of new growth and inspiration and it is my hope that this Spring Seasons inspires you. For the gardener, we offer advice from master gardener, Gay Goessling.

For those who are looking to redecorate, we tour a meticulously renovated farm house that captures the essence of Spring with its brightness and beauty. For those interested in fashion, we have focused on providing you with color trends to enjoy this season and beyond.

Also in this issue, Judy Crowell takes us to Salzburg, a city that is timeless, but remains fresh and vibrant. We also bring you the interesting story of Jett Hitt, a man whose passion is Yellowstone National Park. It isn’t Spring without the start of the Triple Crown and we offer readers suggestions for entertaining to complement the races. We also bring you six thoughtful and unique weddings to provide you with insight and ideas.

Finally, a note on our digital edition: it has always been our hope to provide our magazine to our local readers through direct mail and subscriptions. In this age of social media, we are marking our first year anniversary of our digital edition which has been a great success. Our digital edition allows readers to access live links to our advertisers, share pages with friends and family and can be viewed any time and anywhere. We want to thank all of our new readers who have communicated with us nationally we appreciate your positive response and enthusiasm. Enjoy our Spring Issue and join us in anticipating future Seasons.

JUSTIN S. NANGLE Publisher

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HARRISON HOWARD Much of Harrison's professional career has been devoted to mural work in private houses, and has included screens, panels, easel paintings, and watercolors. Primarily, his work has focused on decorative themes including chinoiseries, architectural subjects, and scenics, often with bird, animal, or floral motifs.

Harrison started his career at the age of nineteen with a one-man exhibit at the upstairs gallery of Ross Thiele & Son Interiors in La Jolla, California, where he has lived for many years. All but one of the twenty four available watercolors were sold. Since that time, Harrison has worked primarily as a freelance artist. Today, the artist focuses on smaller paintings, and produces limited edition giclee prints as well.

Clients have included: Royal Saudi Embassy Residence, McLean, VA. Ms. Wendy Vanderbilt, New York, Ms. Kirstie Alley, Los Angeles, Mrs. Pierre S. DuPont, Delaware, Mrs. Roger Firestone, Philadelphia, Mr. & Mrs. Frank Goodyear, Philadelphia, and Mrs. Jack Dorrance, Philadelphia. Interior Design Firms for which Harrison has worked include: McMillen Inc., New York, Irvine & Fleming, New York, Pamela Banker, briefly a senior partner of Parish-Hadley, New York.

Harrison’s work is available at: www.harrisonhoward.com Phone: (619) 223-2206.

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ST. JOHN'S MERCY FOUNDATION'S MARDI GRAS MASQUERADE St. John’s Mercy Foundation offered its guests A Ticket To Ride, the Mardi Gras Masquerade Mystery Tour at the Chase Park Plaza's Khorassan Ballroom, Saturday, February 13, 2010. By combining the whimsical spirit and music of the Beatles with the festive spirit of Mardi Gras, the attendees traveled back to the time of Beatlemania and experienced how the "fab four" influenced art, fashion and popular culture for more than 40 years.

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Dr. Dan and Chris Martin, Dr. Stephen and Jackie Sanders

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CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM ST. LOUIS' ANNUAL GALA, HONORING EMILY RAUH PULITZER On Saturday, March 6, 2010 the Contemporary held its Annual Gala at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis.

Building on the success of the 5th Anniversary Gala, which took place in April of 2009, the Contemporary was pleased to honor Emily Rauh Pulitzer and her far-reaching contributions to the field of contemporary art at the 2010 Annual Gala. This black-tie event, costing $500 per person, $750 per patron and $1,500 per sustainer, featured a special award presentation to Mrs. Pulitzer followed by a live auction of several outstanding works of art to raise funds for the Contemporary’s education and outreach programs.

Bruno David, Phyliss Langsdorf, Kenneth Langsdorf, Mary Parker

Elkhanah Pulitzer,Emily Pulitzer, Bianca Pulitzer

Jim & Gay Maloney, Ralf Scnft, Karen Zelden

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Michael & Noemi Niedorff, Emily Pultizer, Donna Wilkinson

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Mary Ann & Andy Srenco, Kathryn Love, George Love, Paul Ha

Susan Sherman, Anne LeBlanc, Todd Wolff

Betsy Newman, Boo & Chuck Cook, Judith Levy

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CHILD CENTER~MARYGOVE'S HAVE A HEART BUILD A FUTURE BLACK TIE GALA Child Center~Marygrove hosted its fourth annual Black Tie Dinner and Auction in the Grand Ballroom of the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Clayton. On the fashion show runway, a dazzling mix of elegant, chic and "in vogue" fashions for day, evening and casual wear, furnished by Kate Spade, Town & Country Bridal Boutique, Graphic Traffic, Vie, Valerie Mills Fine Apparel, MACS Designs, Pink Magnolia, Joseph A. Bank, Robert's Fine Apparel and The Fur and Leather Center, were modeled by event sponsors, media personalities and friends of Child Center~Marygrove.

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Linda Hasse, Benton Jones, Jennifer Jermak

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With 35 years of experience, and countless awards including, (to name a few) the JA New Designer of the Year in 1978, the Blenheim Award for Continued Excellence Design by the Jewelers of American in 1995, Leading American Designer by the World Gold Council in 1996, and Excellence in Design from the Women's Jeweler's Association in 1997, Preville has a talent that was recognized instantly and has sustained her place as a leading luxury jeweler.

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Her client list is as almost as enviable as the jewelry itself. Since the line's launch in 1975 it is almost safe to say that her gems have been worn by everyone in Hollywood including Oprah Winfrey, Nicole Kidman, and young starlets like Anne Hathaway and Vanessa Hudgens (who just wore Preville's jewels to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party).

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She has a definitive feminine style that perfectly balances modern sophistication with intricate details, giving each piece a one of a kind feel and look. Her collections, which she says she is, "constantly refining and re-evaluating," are divided into three categories: Classic, a collection that is crisp, refined, and perfect to wear anywhere; Art Deco, a collection that is boundlessly elegant and modern; and lastly Garland, an ultra-feminine collection with a luxurious old world aesthetic.

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Preville has more than remained relevant as a jeweler in her thirty plus years in the business. In fact, Preville has notable forsight for predicting and defining trends. The designer says, "I am influenced by fashion and culture, but I also believe in continuity. A designer should remain true to their style. The challenge is to keep pushing one step ahead of what women want."

Preville's pieces can be custom ordered to suit client needs.

Her designs are offered in eighteen carat white, yellow and rose gold, and platinum and can be set with diamonds or an array of precious stones. The designer also can incorporate millegrain and hand engraving- details that reflect the designer's belief that, "Jewelry is very personal and individual to the wearer, my goal is to keep designing pieces that will make a woman look and feel fabulous."

Available at Simons, 314-725-8888. simonsjewelers.com

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Color Trends Report

Jules Reid Âť The Little Black Dress

n the height of Spring there is nothing more satisfying than updating your wardrobe with vibrant pieces that will be wearable well into the summer months. We scoured the local boutiques and national runway looks to gather the top color trends. From neutrals to hot pinks, this season its all about committing to a color palette and making a statement.

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FASHION Marni sand silk jacket » Neiman Marcus

Lilly Pulitzer » Pink Magnolia

Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel » Neiman Marcus

Poleci Jersey Dress, Nicole Miller Pleated Top & Stitches White Jeans » Valerie Mills Fine Apparel

Miriam Salat » Neiman Marcus

Studded Dress » Alixandra Collections The Benedicta & Joleen Bag » Kate Spade

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Beth Bowley » Alixandra Collections

Nicole Miller » Alixandra Collections

Salvatore Ferragamo » Neiman Marcus

Rachel Roy Signature » Neiman Marcus

Luc Kieffer » Neiman Marcus

Silk Print Scarf » J.McLaughlin

Alice and Trixie Tunic » Valerie Mills Fine Apparel

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Milly » Susan Lynn's

Assorted » Alixandra Collections

Mystique » Alixandra Collections

Jules Reid » The Little Black Dress Rebecca Taylor » Valerie Mills Fine Apparel

Vivienne Rose » Alixandra Collections

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Salvatore Ferragamo » Neiman Marcus

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Green Tourmaline Easter Egg Ring.» Erica Courtney

Salvatore Ferragamo » Neiman Marcus

Garden Party Necklace » Kate Spade

3/4 Sleeve Harbor Dress » J.McLaughlin

Susana Monaco » Susan Lynn's

Assorted » Alixandra Collections Milly » Susan Lynn's

Jose and Maria Barrera » Neiman Marcus

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The bride explains her decision saying, “It’s not that I don’t like roses, I just wanted my flowers to be different from what I’d seen in other weddings. I wanted lots of different, unusual flowers.” Helping the bride achieve her floral vision was Patrick Andrew of Hereford Andrew Designs who used burgundy dahlias, dark purple calla lilies, and antique hydrangeas mixed with natural elements like pods, twigs, moss and feathers to create beautifully original bouquets and arrangements for the big day.

Incorporating feathers into the wedding was vital for the bride whose theme was “vintage bird”, an idea that came from the bride’s desire to, “mix old with new.”

Wearing a vintage dress that had been in her family since 1969 and was previously worn by four women in her family, the bride chose to wear a different veil and had a custom feather headpiece made to make her bridal look uniquely hers. The green headpiece, the bride’s favorite color, incorporated the “vintage bird” theme which really shone at the reception, held at Algonquin Country Club, where centerpieces were created with bird cages fills with flowers and bird’s nests, which the bride says were, “Absolutely perfect!” The detail oriented wedding was a gorgeous melding of vintage inspiration and modern creativity, a concept thought up by the bride who was determined to create a day that truly reflected her sensibilities.

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THE BRIDE · Robin O’Donnell Carmody THE GROOM · Scott Walter Sims THE BRIDE'S PARENTS · Laurie Griesdieck Ahner,

Christopher John Carmody THE GROOM'S PARENTS · Terry and Anita Sims THE CEREMONY · Our Lady of the Pillar Catholic Church THE CEREMONY · Algonquin Golf Club THE FLORIST · Hereford Andrew Designs THE CAKE · Knodels Bakery THE WEDDING DRESS · Family Heirloom THE PHOTOGRAPHER · Lisa R. Hessel THE INVITATIONS · Wedding Paper Divas

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n June 2004 Emily Sachs, daughter of Bill and Cindy Sachs, met Pete Odum, son of Stephen and Irene Odum, and although she didn’t know he would be her future husband, she was sure she was ok with making him her current boyfriend. The bride, only a freshman in college at the time, asked Pete on a date because, “he was too scared,” she recalls with humor. And while she made it easy for him to get a date, she presented quite the challenge when he was trying to get her hand in marriage.

The groom planned to propose to Emily under the pretense of going to the Muny with her sister, when in actuality they would skip the show and go straight to the Boathouse where both of their families were waiting to celebrate the engagement. However, as best-laid plans go, his would endure a few complications. After arriving at the Muny, he hadn’t anticipated his bride-to-be’s loathing for heat. So as he was setting up his perfect proposal, she was getting more and more agitated with the hot July weather. When he asked her to wait outside for her sister, she said, “Are you joking?” The bride laughs while she tells the story, and

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recalls how he then replied, “You are so damn difficult,” while pulling out the small white box and holding it out to her. With hand over her mouth in shock, Pete was finally able to ask the question to which she answered yes.

Thus wedding plans began, and with the help of her wedding planner Sarah Grus, the bride to be was able to plan a wedding day that reflected her personal style, which she describes as, “classic with a little quirk.” A classically quirky wedding is certainly what resulted when the couple wed on October 24, 2009 at Saint Ambrose Church. Following their traditional nuptials, the newlyweds celebrated with a reception at the Trolley Room at Lindell Pavilion that was full of personal touches.

From the bride’s wedding paper from Two Blue Doors, she is co-owner of the store, which she said was, “really key for me,” to the bride’s surprise inclusion of their goldendoodle George in the form of a groom’s cake, the reception was a true representation of the newlyweds. For this couple, the details made the day, and the bride says she has, “nothing but warm memories,” of the fantastic day.

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THE BRIDE · Emily Anne Sachs THE GROOM · Peter George Odum THE BRIDE'S PARENTS · Bill and Cindy Sachs THE GROOM'S PARENTS · Stephen and Irene Odum THE CEREMONY · Saint Ambrose Church THE RECEPTION · Trolley Room at Lindell Pavilion THE FLORIST · Rich West, RW Designs THE CAKE · Melanie Coyne, Cakes by Mel & Celebrating Life Cakes THE WEDDING DRESS · Enchanted Bride THE BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES · Simple Silhouettes, Bella Bridesmaid THE INVITATIONS · Two Blue Doors THE PHOTOGRAPHER · Jon Koch THE WEDDING PLANNER · Sarah Grus, Sarah Grus Weddings

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And then in the mid-‘90s, photojournalism edged onto the wedding scene. It came quietly. It intrigued. It had an artful rawness, it seemed candid. It was story-like.

“The purest definition means snapping a photo when the subject is not aware of being photographed,” said Sarah Carmody at S. Carmody Photography. “It’s about documenting, like a news story…”

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“Honestly, most people don’t really want pure photojournalism. It’s random and you can’t necessarily get the key shots.” She notes that weddings are the most challenging because there are a lot of people, multiple lighting situations, all kinds of architecture, and interior and exterior settings.

“It is not just one picture that encompasses photojournalism style but rather all of them and how they connect to document the wedding. Some photographers call it ‘documentary style’, in fact,” Carmody added.

Professional wedding photographers are always thinking and planning as they shoot. Ultimately, it’s difficult to pinpoint which photography style is best for a wedding. “You do some pictures like photojournalism, some are like a fashion shoot, some are more traditional, and some pictures are more

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artistic. Then at the reception, there are the “party” pictures, as well.”

Wedding photography ultimately crosses all the categories – there is so much going on. The pros position themselves to get good composition, flattering pictures and simultaneously watch for details that add or take away from the shot. True photojournalism would mean snapping away.

Photojournalism does translate into how the photo album is laid out.

Rather than the traditional album with one matted photo per page, today’s story-style album uses collage and graphic design, creating a “coffee table” book. For those brides searching for photojournalistic style, it’s best to judge by a photographer’s actual work rather than adhering to a verbal definition, and St. Louis is rich with choices.

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FIT TO RIDE Exercise is integral to horsemanship

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lthough the casual rider may not experience it, horseback riding can be a cardio workout. “If you advance to where you are riding and influencing the horse, and sitting a trot, you can get a good workout. And everything you do matters,” said Liz Drew, owner of Drew Training Stables.

Drew encourages her riders to exercise. It’s about being fit enough to maintain balance, to sit the horse properly, and to hold oneself upright, without falling over the horse’s neck.

It’s also about being strong enough to direct the horse, to communicate with it.

Her fitness focus encompasses calisthenics, cardio, strength training, breathing techniques and nutrition.

Overall, it’s about biomechanics. It is not about weight.

As a trainer, Drew keenly observes her students’ moves. As a current fitness expert, she understands biomechanics. “If you can’t explain to you students what they’re doing correctly or incorrectly, you can’t help them get better. And if they cannot control that piece of their anatomy, it doesn’t do any good.” That’s where fitness comes in to improve core strength.

Specific exercises can reduce error and improve such things as overarching of the back, slumping over the horse’s neck, and bending at the waist when lifting the leg.

“So many problems come from people being asymmetrical and if we don’t deal with it, it’s insidious,” Drew said.

What helps? Strengthen the laterals and obliques; their development is critical. Try one-legged squats and balancing movements. Practice wall squats which are great for improving posting in the saddle. Stretch. Do yoga. Balance on one leg, then the other to improve alignment. Practice leg lifts to cure hunching in the saddle. Do plank exercises for trunk stability. “If you have strong core muscles, you can apply your leg from the hip down and not move an inch

otherwise. You will be secure and quiet on the horse.”

On horseback, the rider’s vertical alignment rules, and balance is key. The rider’s balance affects the horse’s balance.

Yet exercise requires motivation.

“And that motivation may be to improve your seat and your horsemanship score.” Does the horse know a fit rider? “Oh yes, horses know,” Drew assured. A fit rider, who’s not slipping, slumping, off balance or grabbing at the reins, makes an even happier horse. ❖

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S AL ZBURG Still alive with the sound of music Story and photography by Judy Crowell

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Salt mines and salt (Salz), or “white gold” as many call it gave the city its history and wealth. Deemed a World Heritage Site in 1997, Salzburg’s “Old Town” (Altstadt) with its world famous baroque architecture is one of the best preserved city centers in Europe. The city’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, lives on in every corner: at his birthplace, in outdoor concerts, in the music of strolling musicians, in cafes named for him and, of course, in the ubiquitous souvenir shops selling everything from salt shakers and snowglobes to T-shirts.

The 5 star Hotel Sacher, its face fronting the heart of the city, its back along the banks of the Salzbach River, affords fantastic views of the massive Fortress Hohensalzburg (Festung Hohensalzburg) and many other landmarks.

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one cup of coffee and lingering two to three hours enjoying it. Nary a waiter will hassle you. On the necessity of coffee houses, Viennese journalist, Alfred Polgar, once wrote, “Coffee houses are frequented by people who want to be alone and need company for that.”

If salt was the source of Salzburg’s past wealth, tourism accounts for most of their present day economy.

And for many Americans, a tremendous draw is still the lure of “The Sound of Music.” The lovely Mirabell Garden (Mirabellgarten) where Maria and the children danced through the hedge arcade and around the statuary of Ottavio Mosto, singing “Do-ReMi”. The gazebo at Hellbrunn Palace (Schloss Hellbrunn) where Rolf and Liesl, at sixteen going on seventeen, fell in love. The church of Moon Lake (Mondsee) where Maria was married and St. Peter’s Abbey and Cemetery (St.Peter Stift und Friedhof), the most beautiful cemetery I’ve ever seen, where the von Trapp family hid from the Nazis. In this gorgeous place, one is granted the privilege of “residing” for a mere thirty years. After that you’re moved!

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version of the story, “Die Trapp Familie” a more realistic one, produced in 1956 by Wolfgang Reinhardt, who, after paying Maria $10,000, convinced her to relinquish all film and royalty rights. And never, ever ask if “Edelweiss” is their national anthem.

It’s not. Upon seeing reminders of the movie everywhere, it took every ounce of restraint I could muster not to break into song, thereby humiliating not only myself, but our native Salz-

burg guide and my family back home in California. Arriving home, I let Maria inspire me thusly: Lingering in cafes, a fresh sacher torte, Mirabell garden, everything Mozart, Street violinists serenading with strings, These are a few of my favorite things.

These are a few of my favorite things.

When I’m back home, Sipping Starbucks, No more noodles or strudels, I simply remember the calories I’m saving, And that lifts my spirits by oodles. ❖

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ot long ago, while traveling through Yellowstone National Park with my family, I was standing in the massive lobby of the Old Faithful Inn, built in 1904 in a style known as National Park Service Rustic and renovated in 1999. As I stood there, in front of the 500 ton, 85 foot stone fireplace, Jett Hitt some of the most beautiful music I’d ever heard began to fill the cavernous space. “Do you hear what I’m hearing?” I asked. “I wonder who composed this.”

You can imagine my surprise when a handsome young cowboy, wearing jeans, cowboy boots, chaps and a tan Stetson and seated at a nearby table stood up and introduced himself, “I’m glad you like it. The music is a concerto called Yellowstone for Violin and Orchestra. It was recorded in Bratislava by the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra and I’m the composer. My name is Jett Hitt.”

Not until I purchased the CD and returned home did I realize the extent of his humility. This unassuming composer who refers to himself as an “Ozark Mountain Hillbilly”, complete with a grandfather who was incarcerated during the 1930s for making moonshine,

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is also a widely published photographer, a Yellowstone outfitter offering pack trips and a professor who holds degrees in both music and German, including a doctorate in music composition. His concerto in three movements has become one of the most requested pieces of music on classical stations throughout the country, inBlack Bear Boar

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“Music is always about place for me,” he will tell you, “and this work was inspired by the most majestic place that I have ever seen.” The first movement immediately whisks you away to the wilderness of Yellowstone and was inspired, in part, by a wolf pack chasing

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down an elk. One can hear the cries of animals and Indian chants as the sounds of strings soar through forests and canyons, giving the listener “a glimpse into what is surely the Garden of Eden without the tree.”

A nighttime ride on Jitterbug, his red roan filly, inspired the second movement as he “looked up to see the sky rent in two, one half dark and foreboding and the other filled with a million stars.” An area known as the Hoodoos, formed by many earthquakes and consumed by the spirit of the American Indian, “a place to know God”, was reached by Jett on horseback. “Hopefully,

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Horse pack trips through Yellowstone occur from July through September. There are over a dozen trips to choose from with one of the most popular and leisurely a 47 mile, 4 day trip, operating from a base camp. A breathtaking way to view wildlife, it includes beautiful views of the Red Mountains, Mount Hancock, Mount Sheridan and Heart Lake. More information at www. yellowstone.ws.

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Living composers “don’t get no respect”, as Rodney Dangerfield used to say. And, sadly, it’s often true that “no man is a prophet in his own land.” This Missouri treasure deserves to have his magnificent concerto performed, premiered in the United States, preferably in St. Louis. How I would love to sit in one of the red velvet seats in Powell Hall, as his evocative music wafts through the rafters. Stirring up a Great Grey Owl or

two to swoop down from the balconies, a few North American Grey Wolves roaming the aisles, an Eagle perched on the crystal chandelier, a Big Horn Ram aiding the percussion section.

What a sight that would be. What amazing sounds we would hear. ❖

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Saint Louis born, Erin Saboe discovered her passion for hats after attending a Kentucky Derby race with her husband who was in medical school in the area. Following her eye-opening experience, Saboe trained at the prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City for millinery and has been making women’s hats for over ten years.

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et style inspiration from the famous equestrian patterned square scarves featured in the 320 page book Le Carre Hermes Book.

Describing the history of the scarf and its many changing themes, styles and inspiration, the book is whimsical and visually enthralling. www.hermes.com

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end the perfect thank you note, or invite a few friends to watch the races with classic stationary from Dempsey and Carroll featuring equestrian gear. The heavy weighted stationary provides the polish and attention to detail that your friends will appreciate, and maybe even envy! www.dempeyand carroll.com

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ress the part in this festive and stylish piece from J. McLlaughlin. The perfect blend of sophistication and playfulness, this dress is made from lightweight stretch cotton and a spirited equestrian print. With three quarter length sleeves, this dress can be worn by women of all ages and will certainly rouse compliments and even a bit of envy at any celebration. www.jmclaughlin.com

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THE MINT JULEP quintessential element to a proper Derby celebration is the Mint Julep.

Famously associated with the race, this refreshing drink is best when made fresh so we contacted the renowned bourbon distiller Maker’s Mark for their coveted recipe.

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TO PREPARE THE MINT EXTRACT, remove about 40 small mint leaves – wash and place in a small mixing bowl. Cover with 3 parts of Maker’s Mark. Allow the leaves to soak for 15 minutes. Then gather the leaves in a clean, soap-free piece of cotton cloth and wring the mint bundle over the bowl of whisky. Dip the bundle again and repeat the process several times. Then set aside.

TO PREPARE THE SIMPLE SYRUP, mix 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water in a cooking pot. Heat to dissolve the sugar. Stir constantly so the sugar does not burn. Set aside to cool.

TO PREPARE THE MINT JULEP MIXTURE, pour 3 1/2 cups of Maker’s Mark into a large pitcher. Add 1 cup of the simple syrup to the bowl.

Now, begin adding the mint extract a tablespoon at a time to the julep mixture. Each batch of mint extract is different, so you must taste and smell after each tablespoon is added. You may have to leave the room a time or two to clear your nose. The tendency is to use too much mint. You are looking for a soft mint aroma and taste – generally about 3 tablespoons.

When you think it’s right, pour the whole mixture back into the empty liter bottle and refrigerate it for at least 24 hours to “marry” the flavors.

TO SERVE THE MINT JULEP, fill each glass (preferably a silver Mint Julep cup) half full with shaved ice. Insert a sprig of mint, and then pack in more ice to about an inch over the top of the cup. Then, insert a straw that has been cut to one inch above the top of the cup so the nose is forced close to the mint when sipping the julep.

When frost forms on the cup, pour the refrigerated julep mixture over the ice and add a sprinkle of powdered sugar to the top of the ice. Then serve.

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CAN’T MAKE IT TO THE RACES? o need to panic. You can get your equestrian fix and do some good at the Friends of the Saint Louis University Liver Center’s Strathalbyn Farms Club event. Join local shooting and sporting clays enthusiasts on May 15, 2010 for the day on the 120 pristine acres in Weldon Springs, Missouri. Enjoy activities like arena horseback riding, hiking, and fishing followed by dinner, hayrides and a bonfire complete with cigars and s’mores. Tickets vary by activity level, starting at $150

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For more information about the Strathalbyn Farms Club to benefit the Friends of the Saint Louis University Liver Center, please contact Friends Executive Director Leisa Duff at (314) 576-3078 or via email at lduff@friendsoftheslulc.org

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The Neighborhoods You Know. The Homes You Love.

Cover photograph is a vignette from 46 Westmoreland Place in the Central West End. The luxury residence is an exclusive listing of Janet McAfee Real Estate and the real estate team of Gail Gerchen, Kevin Hurley and Jim Human. All photographs within the section

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TOWN & COUNTRY I $2,000,000 14 Ridgecreek Road 12 Rooms I 5 Bedrooms I 7 Baths Barbara Wulfing 314.277.3285

LADUE I $2,295,000 712 South Price Road 9 Rooms I 4 Bedrooms I 7 Baths Barbara Wulfing 314.277.3285 James Manion 314.954.5954

LADUE SCHOOLS I $1,075,000 26 Stoneleigh Towers 10 Rooms I 4 Bedrooms I 6 Baths Barbara Wulfing 314.277.3285 James Manion 314.954.5954

CLAYTON I $1,350,000 Unit 9A, Maryland Walk 8 Rooms I 3 Bedrooms I 3.5 Baths Barbara Wulfing 314.277.3285 Larry Levy 314.520.5668

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The Hydrangea THE LOW-DOWN

CULTIVATION

Technically speaking hydrangeas are a flowering shrub native to southern and eastern Asia, but these shrubs also flourish here in Saint Louis. Hydrangea is a genus of about 100 species that produce flowers from late spring to late autumn, earning one variety the nickname “endless summer” due to their late starting and reoccurring blooms. There are four popular species of hydrangea, Hydrangea Macrophylla, Hydrangea Arborescens, Hydrangea Quercifolia, and Hydrangea Paniculata. The most popular species are the Macrophylla, commonly referred to as Mophead Hydrangeas, and they come in several varieties. Mopheads feature a globe shape and have flowers which are individually very small and bloom in bunches.

Another species, although less commonly grown are Oak Leaf hydrangeas. This variety was actually cultivated in the United States. The Oak Leaf hydrangea is named for the large leaves that appear on all varieties of this species.

Perhaps the most dramatic hydrangea is the Annabelle, whose heads can grow over ten inches in diameter. Unlike many hydrangeas, the Annabelle variety is incredibly resilient, blooming yearly even after over-pruning or intensely cold winters. Hydrangeas bloom in white, blues, purples and pinks; however, the exact color depends a lot on the acidity or alkalinity of the soil. More acidic soil produces blue flowers, while neutral soils result in pale cream or white blooms and alkaline rich soil produces pink or purple buds.

The first rule of thumb is to plant hydrangeas in moist rich soil and give them room to grow. For most hydrangeas the plant will reach at least 4 by 4 feet, and despite your best efforts, hydrangeas are nearly impossible to keep pruned to a smaller size than they wish to grow. Although stubborn in that respect, hydrangeas are actually fairly easy to cultivate. The plants do best when planted in an area where they receive morning sun and afternoon shade; too much of either is not good for these plants however, and they won’t thrive in full shade. It is possible to grow hydrangeas in full sun, but they must be watered well and won't bloom as frequently. A good rule of thumb for hydrangeas is, if grass grows, so will the flower. If not in direct sunlight, be careful not to overwater the plant, as that can lead to root rot.

WHEN It is best to plant hydrangeas in early summer or fall. You should never plant a hydrangea in spring when there is still chance of a frost, or in the peak of summer.

DEADHEADING When cutting blooms for arrangements in June or July it is fine to cut them with long stems because at this point the bloom buds haven't set for the following year. However, in the beginning of August the flowers should be cut with short stems as to leave the developing buds undisturbed. A good way to insure the safety of the young buds is to only cut above the first set of large leaves. ❖

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Gardening with

Gay Goessling

By Jenny Seyfried

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ith twenty years experience, a Masters in Landscape Architecture from Harvard University and numerous awards and accolades for her residential designs, Gay Goessling is the quintessential go-to authority for gardening inspiration. Goesslingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique aesthetic blends classic de-

sign with an appreciation for the plants and earth she manipulates.

With a BA in Botany and Art History, the designer has found a career that combines her passions. Drawing inspiration from ancient and indigenous cultures, Goessling creates spaces that are beautiful and restful, giving a sense of tranquility. With

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WHAT IS YOUR PHILOSOPHY WHEN DESIGNING A GARDEN SPACE?

I try to design spaces that are a balanced microcosm of the earth and create an air of magic and mystery. The idea is to create rooms that evoke different feelings: a sunny room to brighten your life and a shady room to calm it. I want garden designs to inspire and revitalize so I create peaceful and simple spaces that take individuals away from their everyday lives. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stress enough to keep it simple and sophisticated.

WHAT DO YOU PLANT IN SHADE?

In shade gardens, I love using dogwoods and serviceberry.

For groundcover, woodland wildflowers are a great option.

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the city in bloom, we sat down with the Saint Louis designer to find out what rules her green thumb follows when creating a garden space.

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They are an amazing spot of brilliance after a long winter.

HOW ABOUT IN FULL SUN?

Flowering shrubs, such as shrub roses, hydrangeas, "Miss Kim" lilac, and crape myrtle are favorites for sun gardens. Unlike perennials, they are hardy and low maintenance. Recently shrub roses have been susceptible to a witches broom virus, so use with caution.

DO YOU HAVE A GO-TO PLANT OR SHRUB?

For an architectural look and hedging I tend to use Hornbeams a lot.

ARE THERE ANY PLANTS THAT WORK ESPECIALLY WELL TOGETHER?

There are so many! I love Bishop’s Cap and Lenten Rose (hellebores) together. The different textures complement each other and the Lenten rose is evergreen. It is a great plant. The Lenten rose starts blooming in February when things are bleak and remind me that spring is coming.

ARE THERE OTHERS?

Ferns look great with Dogwoods and Hydrangea with shrub roses.

WHAT IS YOUR PERSONAL FAVORITE PLANT OR FLOWER?

For my shade garden, I need things that don’t take much care since I am busy with other peoples gardens. This spring, I love the yellow violet and other woodland perennials that stay contained unlike the purple violet so I don’t have to weed.

WHAT COLORS ARE YOU DRAWN TO?

IS THERE A TOOL YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT?

I love color, and I use different pallets for my different moods.

When designing for clients, I usually design with the colors my clients like simply because they are preferred, except for spaces used at night; I use a white pallet because they show up. A rule of thumb is to limit the pallet of color.

For my own garden I have to have good pruners. It’s like being a good cook: you have to have a good knife. Also, I of course have to have good pencils for my sketching and designing! ❖ To contact Gay visit: www.goesslingdesign.com

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An extraordinary contemporary condo with exceptional use of artistry and imaginative palette of texture and materials including fabulous onyx bar. Enjoy unparalleled views from four terraces!

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5 Kings Pond Road · Glendale · $1,795,000

French inspired, five-bedroom manor in an exceptional location with parklike setting and in-ground pool. Spectacular hardwood floors, and a family room with marble surround fireplace and wall of built-ins are some features that make this finely crafted home so desirable. Call Kathy Crane.

Stunning English Tudor stone manor has been magnificently expanded and includes comprehensive updates that flawlessly embrace the original architecture. Beamed, vaulted living room with balcony; eight fireplaces.

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910 Drive · Clayton · $639,000 5 Audubon Devondale - Frontenac - $639,000

7508 York Drive, A - Clayton - $509,000 New price is well below seller’s investment in this splendid first-floor Moorlands condo that has been redesigned to reflect today’s lifestyle. Finished lower level with fireplace, floor-to-ceiling bookcases, and stained glass windows includes a possible fourth bedroom. Call Kate Clarkson.

Sprawling on one-acre level lot makes oneClassicallyranch elegant four-bedroom property combines Old World level living themodernity. best! GreatBeautiful floor plancustom offers very finishes with kitchen, updated generous rooms include five bedrooms, two Call Jennifer bathrooms, andthat lovely fireplace and moldings. wood burning fireplaces and sunny breakfast room.

Jeffreyschools or Jean. Call Schneider.

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Fabulous special warmth and ambiance that makes you want to move in kitchen, family room, dining addition exhibits open, lightimmediately. Outstanding great room includes marble surround filled design with floor-to-ceiling windows. Vaulted loft on fireplace andCall vaulted beamed ceiling. Call Karen Seigel. second floor.

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12927 Topping Est. North Dr · $679,000 6 Warson Terrace - Ladue - $775,000 Arched entryways addanyone character and detail to this classic An ideal home for seeking a beautiful setting and Colonial that conveys crowned with high distinguished, classicgenerous design. rooms Understated elegance pervades the ceilings. Beautiful, updated kitchen opens to a breakfast/ updated kitchen; expansive great room with marble surround fireplace familyroom. Three sets of French doors in this area extend to wall; and alight filled hearth Call Gloria Gantner. aand largewindow deck overlooking fenced yard.

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910 Audubon Clayton · $639,000 224 Carlyle LakeDrive Drive -·Creve Coeur - $899,000

County Rd #1051 - Callaway County - $1,500,000 Impressive country estate located just 72 miles from St. Louis County with gently rolling pastures, woods, landscaped waterfalls, six-acre stocked quarry lake, and four-bedroom custom manor house. Fabulous recreational property! Call Mona Green.

Life will be serene in this gated community with resort-like Classically elegant four-bedroom property combines Old World atmosphere on the lake. Gorgeous, updated condokitchen, has hugeupdated finishes with modernity.

Beautiful custom living room with towering, ceiling. bathrooms, andfireplace lovelyand fireplace andeleven-foot moldings.

Call Jennifer First floor master suite and two huge wraparound decks Jeffrey or Jean Schneider. overlook the lake. Call Helane Isaacs.

Somerset · Clayton ·City $799,000 70427418 Delmar Blvd - University - $724,900 AThis thoughtful has transformed this home into a Englishrenovation Tudor, situated in a sought-after neighborhood, exudes a magnifi pieceand de resistance. ’s kitchen specialcent warmth ambiancePhenomenal that makes chef you want to move in and restored, built-in buffet with leaded glass doors in the immediately. Outstanding great room includes marble surround dining room will evoke an emotional response from the fireplace and vaulted beamed Call Karen Seigel. most discriminating buyer.

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15Cricket Willow Lane Hill Road · Ladue · -$1,100,000 3 - Brentwood $449,000 Th e functionality of the wonderful floor plan refl This splendid designer home open is comparable toected a new property but inhas thisallthree-bedroom is great forolder the way today’s Incredible the nostalgicranch charm of an residence. family lives with dining room, living room, and family room addition and resort type setting with in-ground pool are among all opening to each other. Inviting screened porch imparts a the perks.

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910 Audubon Drive · Clayton · $639,000 800 Springbirch Court - Ellisville - $500,000

16496 Walnut Rail Rd - Chesterfield - $599,000 A fantastic setting with private boat dock and three wooded acres on the lake comes with this updated, executive-style ranch. Open floor plan includes vaulted ceilings and spectacular kitchen. Enjoy gorgeous views!

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7418 Somerset 204 Gay Avenue ·- Clayton Clayton·-$799,000 $799,000 Everything about this town home perfect - fromneighborhood, the This English Tudor, situated in isa sought-after exudes a beautiful foyer with newly stainedthat floors to theyou elegant special warmth and ambiance makes wantlivto move in ing room with Palladian windows, plantation shutters and immediately. Outstanding great room includes marble surround pillared entry. Step inside and live the dream.

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Call Sue McLaughlin & Katieceiling.

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12927 Topping Est. -North Dr ·- $679,000 605 Langton Drive Clayton $685,000 AAn fresh canvas of for light-fi lled rooms creates the perfect backdrop ideal home anyone seeking a beautiful setting and for the artist or collector.

Current owners expanded this pervades home distinguished, classic design.

Understated elegance the to 3,500 square feet, including five bedrooms, a screened porch, updated kitchen; expansive great room with marble surround fireplace generous lot and two-car attached garage. Location offers a and window wall; andtolight filled hearth room.Andel.

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Th is superb Colonial turn the head ofproperty even the new home Old World Classically elegantwill four-bedroom combines buyer.

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15 Simmons Willow Hill Road-·Kirkwood Ladue · $1,100,000 1228 Avenue - $424,900 In one splendid word, this classic, five-year-old, canabest This designer home is four-bedroom comparable to newbeproperty but described as “happy” and charm has all the finishes, and has all the nostalgic of features, an oldercustom residence.

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7713 Gannon · University City · $530,000 569 Upper Conway Rd - Chesterfield - $750,000 AWords comfortable lifestyle is assured this in this spacious, wellfall short in describing enchanting town home with many appointed villa in a premium location a private lot.and dining upgrades.ranch Bay windows add appeal in theonpretty living Light and open spaces with lots of storage; gourmet kitchen room and built-ins adorn all three levels.

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155 Gay Avenue - Clayton - $1,125,000 What could be better than living in the very heart of Clayton?

Living in a spacious four-bedroom condo! This one offers a lovely kitchen dressed in high-end, stainless appliances and granite that opens to a family room. Finished third floor and nice details add to the value. Call Jean Schneider.

910 Audubon Woods Drive ·Dr Clayton · $639,000 9445 Bonhomme - Olivette - $535,000 Live large in this stunning ranch that reveals comfortable, Classically elegant four-bedroom property combines Old World updated byBeautiful an open, eat-in kitchen/famfinishesspaces withhighlighted modernity. custom kitchen, updated ily room. Fifthand bedroom full bathand on partially finished bathrooms, lovelyand fireplace moldings.

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7418 Somerset 1E · Clayton · $799,000 6318 Southwood, - Clayton - $269,000 You’ve never seen so many windows in a condo! Every room This English Tudor, situated in a sought-after neighborhood, exudes a has several and a light-fi lled sunroom across the to front special warmth and ambiance that extends makes you want move in of this first-floor unit overlooking the street. Really charming immediately. Outstanding great room includes marble surround with large deck peering out to green space.

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WillowTree Hill Road Ladue · $1,100,000 71715 Cherry Lane -· Olivette - $645,000 Th is home elicits designer a carefree lifestyle light-filled,to cheerful This splendid home iswith comparable a new property but spaces a great room of with bookcases; four has allthat theinclude nostalgic charm anbuilt-in older residence.

Incredible bedrooms; fabulous lower level with family room; and media addition and resort type setting with in-ground pool are among room with built-in screen, raised seating area, and surround the perks.

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GannonVillas · University City · $530,000 9007713 Chesterfield Circle - Chesterfield - $450,000

AAn cosmopolitan awaitsseeking in this Crescent condo ideal homelifestyle for anyone a beautiful setting and with custom designed, floor plan. One ofelegance the few pervades the distinguished, classic open design.

Understated units with as many bedrooms as baths. Great views and updated kitchen; expansive great room with marble surround fireplace one-half acre garden terrace with dog park add to its and window wall; and light filled hearth room. Call Gloria Gantner. uniqueness.

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Ultra enchanting Mediterranean Revival style home on oversized lot evokes great emotional appeal with its dramatic, sunken living room with vaulted ceiling, charming library, first-floor master, extraordinary kitchen, and great backyard. In pristine condition! $685,000.

126 W. Lockwood Webster Groves, MO 63119 314-962-4844 1326 Clarkson Clayton Center Ellisville, MO 63011 636-527-4844

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knowledgeable, tasteful, and motivated couple of experts unafraid of a challenge approached the interior dĂŠcor and renovation of their newest home with the skills and savvy of professionals, and it shows. Steve and Valerie Engel, the couple in question, are both professional real estate agents with Janet McAfee and

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The step-down family room has original horizontal boarded walls, painted white and wall to wall sea-grass carpeting which creates a beachy feel. A large chandelier from Niermann Weeks in Atlanta anchors the 14 foot ceilings. A collection of Chinese Export vases, various period antiques, and an late 19th century oil painting of a seascape finish the room.

Left: The front entry features a custom made lantern from Tennessee. The lanterns are utilized throughout the exterior of the home in varying sizes.

have a passion for antiques and an eye for great design.

The couple’s current residence is a remodeled farmhouse in Creve Coeur that showcases both their professional talents and personal style.

The original Dutch Colonial Revival farmhouse which was built in the 1850’s and later added on to, sits atop a small hill surrounded by green grass and several manicured boxwood hedges, and only becomes visible after

rounding the corner of the tree lined drive. This is one of the reasons the homeowners fell in love with the property says Steve Engel. “We loved the house for the setting, the light, and the pool.” The potential of the property may not have been obvious to everyone, but with Steve and Valerie’s interests, experience, and contacts purchasing the home and beginning renovations was a no brainer.

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With the original staircase from its days as a farmhouse and a James Loder painting hanging on the wall, the entryway to the home is extremely inviting.

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The dining room perfectly blends contemporary tastes with antique collectables. The chairs carved to resemble bamboo and finished in a white wash play well against the antique sconces and dark wood oval dining table.

Above: With pale icy blue walls and chrome fixtures, the guest bathroom is refreshingly bright, accented with an antique mirror and open shelving filled with various antique possessions.

Left: A breakfast nook, placed along a bay window, adds charm to the updated kitchen with white wood cabinetry and granite countertops.

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Due to the home’s age, the remodel was an organic experience. Every step along the way the couple uncovered something unexpected, but unlike most, they faced each discovery with the calm and creativity of pros. When installing a fireplace in the living room the couple was pleasantly surprised with the pair of original small round windows that had been previously covered by walls. However, other surprises weren’t as well received.

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concrete foundation in parts of the home where porches had been when the home was still a working farm.

“The brick flooring came out of that,” Steve explains, “We couldn’t put anything on top of the concrete and still have level flooring, so we decided to use brick instead.” What started as a last minute solution ended up being a genius point of visual interest throughout the house.

The home is a well balanced mix of antique collectables and sophisticated modern pieces. Steve admits that the couple, “worried about the

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home feeling like a museum,” on account of the couple’s impressive quantity of collected antiques, which is a shared hobby for the duo, and is greatly fostered by Robert Morrissey (Clark Graves Antiques). Beautifully melding the 18th century antiques with their 21st century lifestyle, the couple incorporated plenty of modern accents and tried to, “bring the antiques into a contemporary setting.” What results from their efforts is an elegant fusion of the two distinct styles.

The living room balances the coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 18th century antique furniture with a modern sofa and matching chairs. The robin's egg blue lamps and pale blue throw pillows add color to the room. Linen drapes puddle on the natural wide-planked northeastern pine floors.

Nowhere in the home better highlights this aesthetic than the living room. Flanked by two sets of large windows, the room is flooded with natural light enhancing the warm gold tones of the natural northeastern pine floors which came from Vermont and are preserved with Tung Oil. Atop the wide-planked floors sit contemporary chairs and a sofa, upholstered in a gorgeous cream, accented with cool pale blue pillows and anchored with a sea grass area rug. When asked the details of these textiles, Steve laughs a bit,

saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;they were taken care of

by Frank Patton Interiors.â&#x20AC;? The modern lines of the furniture, and simple linen drapes which beautifully frame the large windows, play wonderfully against the antiques scattered throughout the room, like the Queen Anne side table or the Boston highboy, both from the 18th century. Grounding the bright room, and adding visual interest, the antiques play against the modern lines and pale colors resulting with a subtlety elegant, and an ever so inviting space.

A similar allure is achieved in the dining room, it's simplicity abounds with complex style. An oval table surrounded by the visually intriguing solid wood frame chairs handcrafted to resemble Upper Left: The brick landing, just off the kitchen leads to the family room as well as outside to the garden and pool areas.

With large French doors and exposed brick floors, covered with an oriental area rug, the space is decorated with antique American flag prints and a pair of chairs.

Lower Left: Playful accents like the oversized red clock and personal collectables placed on the built in shelves create a fun and functional home office space.

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Located on the first floor with French doors leading outside to a fern garden, the master bedroom is a luxurious escape.

The four poster bed is flanked with antique side tables and matching Chinese export inspired lamps. With whitewashed herringbone floors and pale blue walls, the room is bright, restful and airy.

bamboo and finished in a white wash; the dining room is straightforward and clean. The unexpected mixture of a classic dining table, with more modern chairs adds a whimsical quality to the room, counteracting the seriousness of the antiques. Also balancing the dark wood antiques, and the pair of stunning 19th century Above Left: The first guest room features antique twin beds, a large window and pale blue coverlets.

Lower Right: A 19th century maple four poster bed done in the Federal style highlights the antique feel of the second guest bedroom.

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glass sconces from Rhode Island, are two contemporary paintings by Mara Plotkin, an artist who the owners know little of, but whose paintings they had to have, Steve says.

Another painting which the couple had to have resides on the wall along the stairwell which retains a farm-like charm with its steps painted a glossy black.

The large oil painting by James Loder is from Ziern’s and Steve recalls how he and his wife, “walked by it for two years until we caved and bought it.” Like the other one of kind pieces in the home, the painting creates depth and interest against the pale ivory walls.

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Keeping the colors light was intentional on the part of the Engel’s who used the same color throughout the entire home, except for the kitchen and the master bedroom, their walls were covered with the palest blue. The creamy monochromatic walls create an open, airy space that seems to absorb and transform the natural light which is in abundance throughout the home. Approached with skill, experience and unquestionably good taste, the balance of old and new is expertly achieved in every room in the Engel’s renovated farmhouse. ❖ Above: The 45 foot lap pool is lined by boxwood hedges and weathered teak furniture and has great views of the home and gardens.

Right: The original outbuildings serve as a backdrop to the pool area.

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414 North Warson Road I Ladue Offered at $824,900.

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Julie Lane A Janet McAfee Top Agent 2009 was a challenging year yet Julie Lane overcame all obstacles to deliver impressive results in terms of sales, client growth and customer satisfaction scores.

Her dedication and hard work resulted in recognition as a Janet McAfee Top Agent for the second consecutive time in her short, three year career with the firm.

If you are considering buying or selling a home, call this dedicated Realtor ÂŽ for professional representation and service.

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FINDING THE PERFECT HOME AT THE RIGHT PRICE ONE FAMILY AT A TIME.

10 Fieldstone Trail

5 Tamarack Drive

7 Warson Downs

3 Year New, 5 BD 6,800 SF W/ FIN LL

New Home Coming Soon

$250,000 Below Appraisal

Ladue a $1,995,000

Ladue a $1,469,000

Creve Coeur a $1,350,000

33 Heather Hill Lane

16 Crosswinds

16 Sackston Woods

Newer 1.5 Story, 4,850 SF, Ladue Schools

New Completed Home, Ladue Schools

Renovated Ranch, 5,000 SF W/FIN LL

Olivette a $1,099,999

Olivette a $665,000

Creve Coeur a $589,000

42 Middlesex Drive

16 Ladue Manor

256 Carlyle Lake

$100,000 Below Appraisal!

.80-acre, Teardown Or Renovate

3,000 SF Ranch, Offered Below Market!

Brentwood a $549,900

Ladue a $549,900

Creve Coeur a $479,000

1 Colonial Court

2 Price Meadows

813 Payson

Updated 2-Story Gem W/FIN LL

3 BD Ranch, FIN LL, Ladue Schools

Total Renovation, 3 BD Ranch, Oak Estates

Ladue a $399,900

Olivette a $259,999

Olivette a $249,900

10144 Fieldcrest Lane

11 Arbor Road

10 Orange Hills Drive

Teardown Site or Rental Property

Teardown Lot, Half Acre, Ladue Schools

Four Seasons 3 BD Ranch With Fin LL

Ladue a $245,000

Olivette a $240,000

Chesterfield a $229,900

Steve Mathes Coldwell Banker Gundaker 314-503-6533 phone • 314-997-1952 fax 9651 Clayton Road • St. Louis, MO 63124 • stevemathes@realtor.com

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