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DEPARTMENTS 6 PUBLISHER’S LETTER 10 TRENDS 12 FAB FINDS 14 STYLEMAKER 16 ARTISAN 46 DIRT 48 SHAW’S VISION 50 SPOTLIGHT

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52 BEFORE & AFTER 56 BRIGHT IDEA 58 SIGHTS 63 SOURCEBOOK 80 SMALL SCALE 82 CONNECT 88 CLASSIC OR CRAZE

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18 BATHS OF THE YEAR Inspiration is bubbling from these eight award-winning baths.

32 A TREASURE HOUSE OF HISTORY & CREATIVITY Mixing “the old with the new,” renovation of this gracious Clayton townhouse was a joyful adventure for the owners and their designer.

40 REFRESHINGLY ENDLESS You’ll be in awe of Jay Laux’s glowing green landscape in Wildwood.

ON THE COVER PAGE 27 PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISE O’BRIEN A subtle glaze on the cabinetry brings in warm tones to blend with the rest of the fixtures in the bath.

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"A cloudless plain blue sky is like a flowerless garden."

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Baths of the Year winners, pages 18 – 30.

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Photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton.

he afternoon started off with a beautiful, blue sky and fluffy white clouds.

Rain was forecasted for late afternoon but that seemed highly unlikely. The sun was shining brightly when it started to rain. Within an hour, the picturesque sky turned into a kaleidoscope of infinite shades of blue. Some of the fluffy white clouds morphed into a dark, breathtaking blue, while others turned gray. Magically a feeling of serenity and well being filled the air about the same time the sky opened and showered us with an hour-long downpour. Oh, what a relief that was!

We needed that rain in more ways than one.

For your own slice of tranquility, if you can't sit on a front or back porch during a summer rain, the next best thing is to pamper yourself with a luxurious bath experience. Natural sunlight, functionality, sleekness, cabinetry styles, cohesiveness and smart design are all the hallmarks of this year's award-winning bath designs. And the color white once again reigns as king. White, blue and some fabulous views make our judges' picks truly exceptional. St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles is pleased to share this year’s talented Baths of the Year winners on pages 18 – 30.

I would be remiss if I didn't mention I met Martha Stewart at her lecture and book signing last month at the Saint Louis Art Museum. She was sharing insightful gardening tips along side her floral designer, Kevin Sharkey. They make a great team. She grows all the amazing flowers that Kevin arranges. “Martha's Flowers: A Practical Guide to Growing, Gathering, and Enjoying” showcases gorgeous images of her favorite flowers and how to grow them, plus Kevin’s floral design tips from the basics to advanced floral design.

The best part of the event was the book signing. As the one and only Martha Stewart signed my newly purchased book, I presented her with a gift… the June/July issue of St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles! She did a double take. A floral arrangement by Meg Huber of Garden Party & David graced our cover. "Very nice cover," she quipped as she quickly thumbed through the magazine adding, "and very nice photography and layout too.

I'll read this tonight". Yes...very nice indeed! I floated out of the Art Museum on my very own cloud that day.

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B LD BATH SCONCES

Lighting is a key element in any bathroom. Illuminate your space while adding a fun punch of style with a bold bath sconce.

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1. Athena sconce, by Arteriors, available at Design & Detail.

2. Celesse, by Hubbardton Forge, available at Metro Lighting.

3. Gramercy double sconce, by Visual Comfort & Co., available at Brody's.

4. Lille sconce, by Niermann Weeks, available at KDR Designer Showrooms.

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5. Single wall sconce, Artifacts collection by Kohler, available at Premier Plumbing Studio and Crescent Plumbing.

6. Tori sconce, by Jamie Young Lighting, available at Design & Detail.

7. Gold and metal art glass sconce, by Mariana Home, available at Wilson Lighting.

8. Luna 1-light sphere sconce, by Crystorama, available at Ferguson.

9. 3-light sconce of mixed materials, by Mariana Home, available at Wilson Lighting.

10. Rock crystal wall sconce, Counterpoint collection by Barbara Berry for Kallista, available at Crescent Plumbing.

11. Xenia 4-light sconce wall light, by Elk Lighting, available at Ferguson.

12. Magellan solid brass wall sconce, by Troy Lighting, available at Holt Lighting Depot.

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moody BLOOMS Dark, dramatic floral prints are in! Perfect for a powder room or feature wall, these striking prints add texture and make a statement in a room while maintaining a feminine flair.

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1. Delft flower charcoal wallpaper, by Designers Guild, available at Design & Detail.

2. Celestial black floral wallpaper, by Brewster Wallcoving, available at The Fabric Co. 3. Chiang Mai dragon, by Schumacher, available at The Great Cover-Up. 4. Honshu, Dynasty collection by Thibaut, available at The Great Cover-Up and Piazza 2 Interiors.

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5. Moonlit wall mural, by Brewster Wallcovering, available at The Fabric Co.

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designing a DREAM BATH Ashleigh Schroeder, designer at National Kitchen and Bath, defines good bathroom design. Ashleigh has worked at National Kitchen and Bath since 2005. She is a member of the National Kitchen & Bath Association and is AKBD and NCIDQ certified.

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SLHL: What defines good design in a bathroom?

Ashleigh: A good bathroom design should be both stylish and functional. There is no need to sacrifice one for the other. Materials should have balance and show personality with a special feature of some kind like a special mosaic tile accent or fun wall color.

SLHL: With the trend of replacing tubs with a larger shower, is it necessary to have a tub in at least one bath for resale value?

Ashleigh: There should definitely be at least one tub in the home for resale purposes. If there is no tub then a couple with young children would not have a place to bathe their children and would probably not have interest in the house.

SLHL: What products would you recommend to easily increase the functionality of your bath?

Ashleigh: Increased function at the vanity area comes down to storage. Medicine cabinets or towers on the countertop with outlets inside for electric razors and electric toothbrushes. A handheld showerhead is a great way to help with cleaning the shower and bathing the kids or pets.

SLHL: Can you go overboard using too many hard surfaces in the space?

Ashleigh: Yes. Hard-surface tile or stone is necessary in a wet area, but you can balance the hard surfaces in a bathroom with wood cabinetry, curtain panels or a shower curtain. You want your bathroom to be an inviting place, not cold and stark.

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SLHL: How much of a bath should be tiled, and how far up a wall would you recommend tile go?

Ashleigh: Tile should go to a minimum of 6’ high in a shower and at least 4” behind the sink. Anything beyond that comes down to the design and style of the space.

SLHL: Cleaning the bath isn't most peoples' favorite task. What can you do to minimize the amount of cleaning in a bathroom?

Ashleigh: Having a large-format tile with fewer grout lines would make the shower and floor easier to clean. For vanity tops, quartz countertops are stylish, maintenance-free and a very easy-to-clean option.

SLHL: How do you approach lighting in the bathroom?

Ashleigh: In my opinion, too much is better than not enough. You should plan on having general lighting in the ceiling, like can lights on dimmers, and good lighting at the vanity area that comes off the wall. If your only light source at the vanity area comes from the general lighting in the ceiling then your face will be shadowed when you stand at the mirror, making shaving or applying makeup more difficult.

SLHL: What are the latest trends in bathroom design?

Ashleigh: The latest trend in bathroom design is for everything to be light, bright and very open. Freestanding tubs have also really made a big comeback in recent years.

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ARTIST

By Tyler Bierman Photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton

Paul Bayer creates sculptures that inspire our imaginations.

On any given weekend at the City Museum, there's a good chance you'll spot sculptor Paul Bayer carving away on his dream project before you even walk in the door. An astounding 20 ton, 6'x6'x7'block of solid white marble, Bayer describes the piece as “probably my biggest achievement.” He continues, “It's a reminder to protect creativity for the children and the child in all of us so we can do things like creating something that's cool that we can all be a part of just like the City Museum itself.”

This work-in-progress masterpiece contains all the elements that make up what the City Museum stands for. It's a beautiful mixture of many different ideologies and cultures all culminating in a sculpture that has the power to inspire creativity in children and adults alike.

This has been Bayer's passion project for the last four and a half

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years, but his love for carving art started much earlier in his life and really exploded at the age of 17 when he received his first hammer and chisel for his combined birthday and Christmas present. “It was a big family and not a lot of money to go around, but I asked for it and that was my gift for the year. From there, I started carving in my spare time basically for 15 or 20 years,” he says.

He continued to hone his craft throughout his long and storied career, taking on commissions, teaching his craft in South Dakota and Colorado and finally landing where he is today, at the City Museum, 16 years ago.

There's hardly a stone variety out there that Bayer hasn't carved, and that makes his process fascinating to hear about because there are so many variables that it creates. As Bayer explains, “Certain stones

you can't use hammer and chisel because you'll blow the stone apart.

That's really important. You have to know what kind of tools to use on what material, and I carve a variety of stones: marble, granite, limestone, calcite, fluorite and all kinds.”

Once he's determined how to create his work, the excitement really begins. With each shaving taken off and each portion filed and sanded to his liking, his vision comes to life. In many of his pieces you can even see the evolution as it unfolded from his imagination. As Bayer puts it, “I like to show people what it starts from to what you can finish it to.

You see a lot of art that is purely a fully finished, very smooth piece, but much of my abstract art is a combination of the two.”

Even with all the achievements that Bayer has made throughout his life, he still finds the most rewarding part of the job to be

the reactions that he sees on kid's faces when they come to the City Museum. “Since I've been carving on the big stone outside for the past four and a half years, I've noticed that the first thing that happens when the kids get here is that they'll say to their parents, 'how far do you think Pauli got on that sculpture?' Every time kids show up here, they realize that they're going to see something new and to see how excited these kids get about what we do here is really amazing to me.”

To find out more about Paul Bayer and his incredible body of work, you can visit his website at paulbayer.awardspace.com or just come down and visit with him as he continues to carve what we're sure will be, and already is, a true masterpiece.

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Inspiration is bubbling from these eight award-winning baths.

BOTY 2018

PLATINUM WINNER

Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry and Interior Visions MORE THAN 200 SQUARE FEET

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his 300-square-foot master bathroom was designed by Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry and Interior Visions in an updated traditional style to give the homeowners an elegant space. Soft-white painted custom beaded inset vanities; a makeup vanity and dresser maximize the storage and functionality of the bath.

The vanities are accented with polished nickel exposed finial hinges and hardware as well as decorative integrated feet and paneled ends. His-and-her vanities have undermount rectangular sinks and polished nickel plumbing fixtures. The sit-down makeup vanity has a custom arched and beveled tri-view mirror and wall-mounted high-magnifying lighted makeup mirror. Exquisite Calcutta marble-inspired porcelain tile is used in a herringbone pattern on the floor and in a subway pattern on the shower walls with matching mosaic tile on the floor, ceiling and custom niches. The shower was designed with half walls and glass panels above for an open feeling. The freestanding Bain Ultra bathtub takes center stage below the vaulted ceiling, large windows and traditional chandelier.

Why the judges love it: For a big bathroom, this space does not feel overwhelming. The designers did a fabulous job creating a simple design with elegant accents. The light fixture adds the right amount of warmth to the space. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

Photography by Anne Matheis.

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Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath 150-200 SQUARE FEET

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his elegant master bath designed by Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath uses painted molding mounted on the wall to emulate wall paneling. Combined with matching painted beaded inset cabinetry, the entire bathroom has a built-in appearance. The homeowners desired a classic white-and-marble look, but lower maintenance. To achieve the look, a combination of marble-sequel porcelain tiles, sintered stone countertops and real marble tiles were selected. With a strict white color scheme, attention to detail was essential. Two dormer windows and a slated roofline establish a lower crown height that was continued around the room. Indirect up-lighting and under-cabinet lighting bring airiness to the space. The tub was removed to make room for a larger shower with built-in seat and dual showerheads.

The toilet was moved to the opposite end of the room for a more private space, and a window in the toilet room prevents the space from feeling too small. A heated floor and towel warmer enhance the luxury in this bath, while the open cabinets under the sink display towels to reinforce a feeling of soft comfort. A tall linen cabinet creates concealed storage space. A coffee bar is conveniently tucked under a dormer window.

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Why the judges love it: The designer really used the home’s dormers to their advantage in the space. The cabinetry inset on the doors is elegant as is the mosaic rug pattern on the floor. The hidden barista is so cool, and the artwork is a nice complement to the overall space.

Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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BOTY 2018

PLATINUM WINNER

Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath 100-150 SQUARE FEET

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leaking toilet from a second-floor bathroom provided the perfect opportunity for a master bath redesign led by Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath. The dramatic Calacatta Michelangelo marble became the star of the show. The marble lines the shower walls and entry and tops the vanity cabinets setting the soft-gray color palette. A marble apron extends in front of both Kohler sinks and mirrors the profile of the backsplash shelf. The shower features two sets of Grohe showerheads and hand-held showers making it a luxurious space for two. Open shelving under the sinks provide a space to store and display towels. The custom valance cutout adds a touch of elegance and matches the toe cutouts beneath the drawer base. Custom cabinetry conceals a pullout wastebasket disguised as a

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drawer base. For a bit of sparkle in the space, stainless-steel tiles are interspersed among the black tile inserts in the basket-weave-patterned marble mosaic floor. A textured cork wallpaper with a metallic sheen, polished nickel faucets, decorative mirrors and crystal sconces and knobs provide additional elegance to the space.

Why the judges love it: We are drawn to the vibrancy of the floor pattern. The material choices make for a cohesive design. We can’t get enough of the marble drop-face vanity top. The metallic wallpaper is an added touch of elegance.

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Photography by Anne Matheis.

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BOTY 2018

PLATINUM WINNER

R.G. Apel Development LESS THAN 100 SQUARE FEET

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.G. Apel Development designed a guest bath that combines both form and function. You can enter the bath through the custom three-lighted door from either the bedroom or the hallway. The most striking feature in the bath is the specifically designed polished stainless steel trim that is used throughout the space. The metal accents the shower entry and is the material used for the apron molding around the vanity. The material ties in the modern stainless steel vessel sink, which sits atop a l2-inch thick glass top custom made in Canada. Besides the ceiling, there is no drywall in the bathroom. Instead nearly 500 square feet of linear mosaic glass tile is used giving the space a clean, sleek feel. Lighting highlights the contrast between the shine of the tile and steel for a masculine appearance. A heated floor keeps the space warm. This bathroom is totally accessible, including the no-threshold shower entry.

Why the judges love it: This bathroom is contemporary in design but still very warm feeling. We love the use of tile and the play on texture between the glass mosaic and steel. The subtle lighting lets the tile shine.

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Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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Meet the esteemed panel of 2018 Baths of the Year Judges Photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton

Julie Baum, BaumHouse Design Julie Baum is the principal designer of BaumHouse design, an award-winning kitchen and bath design studio and showroom established in 2008. Recognizing that most clients know what they like but need direction to make confident decisions, Julie’s focus is on you and your project from concept to completion; goals, budget, product selection, installation and project management. Incorporating interior design principles into kitchen and bath design sets BaumHouse design apart from the competition.

Donna Boxx, Donna F. Boxx Architect For over 30 years, Donna has been providing award-winning custom residential and residential remodel design and construction drawings. In 1988, she founded Donna F. Boxx, Architect, P.C., which has become one of St. Louis’ most recognized architectural firms.

Tom Manche, Tom Manche Interiors Tom Manche Interiors is a full-service interior design practice that does everything from architectural planning for a new home to the design of a single room in both St. Louis and around the world. Paint colors, fabric selections, furniture selections, carpet, hardwood, accessories, art, kitchens and baths and everything in between!

Tom Manche Interiors is a well-respected firm and have been in practice for over 20 years.

Keith Markus, Markus Cabinet Mfg. Co. Keith Markus is president of Markus Cabinet Mfg. Co. To hone his skills, Keith has attended industry-related trade shows and seminars in Europe for emerging trends, as well as domestic shows. His career began as designer salesperson, and progressed to owner and developer of product design and process. Keith is an avid traveler and enjoys nature and landscape photography.

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GOLD WINNER

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Accent on Cabinets and Slavin Construction MORE THAN 200 SQUARE FEET

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t approximately 420 square feet, the large master bathroom presented a challenge in working within such a large space. It was important to designers Accent on Cabinets and Slavin Construction to not just fill the space with wall-to-wall cabinets. The homeowners wanted a bathroom that gave them the feeling of being on vacation. Inspiration was taken from both New York City and Paris. The Baccarat chandelier is elegant and set the tone for the space. Marble flooring is intricately placed for a feeling of sophistication. The Waterworks tub is positioned to make you feel as though you are bathing on a private terrace. Custom cabinets were designed as furniture pieces and not just cabinetry. A subtle glaze on the cabinetry brings in warm tones to blend with the rest of the fixtures in the bath. As you enter the bath, the doors were designed to fold into the walls making them part of the woodwork when opened. No detail was left out in designing this magnificent master bath.

Why the judges love it: The tub area with the windows is absolutely gorgeous. The floor tile is amazing and well designed. We love the Parisian flair in this bath.

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Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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GOLD WINNER

Terra Nova Construction and Studio C Design 150-200 SQUARE FEET

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he 195-square-foot master bathroom is in a new-construction home in Kirkwood. Designer Terra Nova Construction and interior designer Studio C Design made this bathroom a showstopper. High-end style and glamour were essential to the design. The floors and walls are blanketed in various sizes of Carrera marble tile. His-and-her custom vanities provide individual spaces for the homeowners. Each vanity is finished with wall-to-wall mirrors and sconce ligniting. The shower is packed with features including the curbless design with linear drain and built-in niches and bench.

Windows over the freestanding tub bring in natural light throughout

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the day. The details in the bathroom are carried into the ceiling with crown molding and a tray-ceiling treatment. The crystal chandelier is the piece de resistance that makes this master bathroom anything but ordinary.

Why the judges love it: This bathroom is a tasteful current design. The ceiling treatment is outstanding. We love how the well the fixture plays in the room.

Photography by Anne Matheis.

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GOLD WINNER

Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath 100-150 SQUARE FEET

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lspaugh Kitchen and Bath began this bathroom renovation with a simple equestrian for a “just-for-her” space with plenty of storage. To achieve this goal, double sinks were removed in favor of a single sink. A small closet was replaced by a tall angled cabinet for storage of extra linens. Sharply angled walls presented a challenge. The designer’s solution was to remove an awkwardly placed door and a seldom-used tub. This created a more useable space with a larger shower. Custom cabinetry in a rift-cut oak provides a soft, neutral look. Mid-height cabinetry anchors the floating sink cabinet and drawers. The wall behind the sink features a stunning Arabesque pattern of glass and stone tile. Sleek sconces function as decorative accents that deliver even light across the face. Large-scale

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porcelain tile covers the bathroom floor. The same large tiles line the shower walls, wall-matching mosaic tiles adorn the shower floor. A mosaic stone listello outlines the shower’s angled shape around the shower floor. The spacious shower also includes a seat, a new window with enclosed blinds, a niche for shower products and a hand-held shower.

Why the judges love it: The designer had a difficult space to work with, but they made it function well. There is lots of storage for the awkward shape, and the material selections are beautiful.

Photography by Anne Matheis.

BOTY 2018

GOLD WINNER

Dashing Design by Elizabeth Kavlock LESS THAN 100 SQUARE FEET

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hall bath used by all visitors was in need of a redesign. Since it was the only bathroom in the home to retain a tub for resale purposes, the homeowners were afraid they couldn’t achieve a “wow” factor. Dashing Design by Elizabeth Kavlock suggested several unexpected selections to make the space a showstopper while still maintaining functionality. A Kohler undermount tub was chosen and a tile flange was added on two sides while the other two sides were treated as tub decking with a seat and front ledge. A custom tub/ shower guard is an unexpected touch in place of a shower curtain or slider. Custom back-painted glass gives a beautiful shine against the matte large format tile on the floor and the full bathroom-plumbing wall. Care was taken in the layout to ensure a great amount of veining for the eye to enjoy and also in matching the veining up to conceal

seams. The Oceanside hex tile inspired the hex tile on the Kohler vanity bowl. The custom-painted vanity cabinet features all drawers. The designer added a mirror frame around the Kohler medicine cabinet to increase the impression of the recessed cabinet. Three Tech pendant lights on a wire were chosen instead of a vanity light. Chrome fixtures were chosen to accent the reflective qualities of some of the other bathroom elements.

Why the judges love it: This bathroom is simply done, but the tile up the wall makes the tub area interesting. The veiling on the marble is beautiful and the application is very clever. Overall, this bathroom is simple and tasteful.

Photography by Jerry Voloski, Canon Shots Photography.

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Authentic to its era, but “fresher and more lively,” the main staircase was simplified and the foyer brightened with crisp white wainscoting, a neoclassical wallpaper design, colorful textiles, and an antique table, settee, and Regency mirror from Jules Pass.

A TREASURE HOUSE OF HISTORY & CREATIVITY

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Architect: John Odom Contractor: P.J. Prifti Construction Interior Designer: Gigi Lombrano Interiors

Mixing “the old with the new,” renovation of this gracious Clayton townhouse was a joyful adventure for the owners and their designer.

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eady to scale down from their stately family residence in Frontenac, these well-traveled, fun-loving empty-nesters began looking for a home better suited to their newfound freedom. The vibrant, semi-urban atmosphere and walkability of Old Town Clayton proved irresistible and, in 2016, the couple found a 1980s-vintage Georgian townhouse that could be adapted to their lifestyle and many interests.

What makes this renovation particularly intriguing is the husband’s lineage as a direct descendant of Auguste Chouteau, William Clark (of Lewis and Clark fame) and several other historic figures. An avid outdoorsman, prominent business owner and amateur historian, his list of must-haves for the project included space for his heirloom art collection, antiques and extensive library; a storage area for his sporting equipment; a wine room; and, thinking ahead, handicap accessibility.

Although somewhat more general, the wife’s objectives for their new home were equally purposeful. “I like to be surrounded by beauty, inside and out,” she says. “I wanted it to be colorful, but not ostentatious. We had the vision, but we needed Gigi to implement it.”

Enter Gigi Lombrano, ASID, an award-winning designer with more than 30 years of experience in the local industry and involved in every aspect of the project from start to finish. Working from architect John Odom’s plans, P.J. Prifti Construction began the 18-month makeover, which included installation of an elevator from the tuck-under garage to the main floor, major reorientation of the main-level spaces, a 2-foot extension to the keeping room and addition of a stunning veranda at the rear. “Our goal was to make everything look as if it had always been there, but fresher and more lively,” Lombrano explains. In the two-story entry area, for example, the wainscoting was raised and on the staircase, the finials were removed and the existing handrail was painted high-gloss to match the front door. The scale of the space also allowed for a fanciful neo-classic wallpaper pattern without seeming “busy.”

The living room’s dark-paneled walls were converted to a creamy hue with a metallic sheen that optimizes the

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Top: To accommodate the husband’s extensive library, full-height shelving was added on both sides of the original living room fireplace, with the millwork perfectly matched to look as if it had “always been there.” Bottom: Formerly the library, the dining room showcases heirloom portraits of the owner’s historic ancestors, paintings by Oscar Berninghaus, and a crotch mahogany Theodore Alexander table, surrounded by Regency-styled chairs in a dynamic blend of fabrics.

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light streaming through the arched windows. Floor-to-ceiling bookcases were added on both sides of the existing fireplace, and every piece of millwork was meticulously matched to the original.

Previously a library/study, the adjacent room was transformed into the formal dining room. Here, the bookcases were removed and replaced with picture frame trim. The existing small opening from the main hall was enlarged creating an arched entryway into the dining room accented with pillars, and in place of the dark paneling, subtle silver metallic paint gives the space luminosity.

Some of the furnishings throughout the townhouse had come from the owners’ former home, but were reupholstered for a more transitional look. The dining ensemble, however, was newly acquired. Seating 10, the Theodore Alexander dining table is inlaid crotch mahogany and complemented by a burl wood Jonathan Charles sideboard inlaid with mother-of-pearl. Above the table, a Venetian-style mirrored medallion and crystal chandelier add a touch of bling.

Describing the wife as a “fabric connoisseur” and “fearless with color,” Lombrano indicated the Regency-styled Designmaster dining chairs, each covered in a tasteful combination of four different fabrics to “make a statement.” Similarly bold, embroidered silk drapes in rich magenta line the windows.

The dining room’s dignified ambience made it the perfect setting for several of the cherished paintings handed down through the husband’s family for generations. Painted in 1856, a portrait of his three-times-great-grandfather, once governor of Kentucky, hangs above the fireplace. Over the sideboard is an original portrait of William Clark. On display elsewhere are a portrait of Clark’s wife, Julia, daughter of American statesman John Hancock, and a variety of western and sharecropper art pieces by St. Louis-born Oscar Berninghaus

and William Aiken Walker, also one of Oprah Winfrey’s favorite painters.

The kitchen/keeping room area was significantly expanded and an archway was created to maximize the openness of this combined space. Lombrano chose subtly varying shades of purplish/gray for the kitchen cabinetry, custom-designed by Accents on Cabinetry. Like all of the home’s stonework, the granite countertops and 11-foot island surface were fabricated by Metro Marble & Granite.

Top: Comfy seating and colorful accents make the keeping room a favorite spot to relax. Bottom: Significantly expanded, the remodeled keeping room is filled with natural light and overlooks the veranda and exquisitely landscaped rear yard.

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Masterfully detailed, the kitchen showcases custom cabinetry in various shades of purplish/ gray; granite surfaces and herringbone mother-of-pearl backsplashes; an 11-foot island with farmhouse sink and swirled columns; swivel counter stools with graceful Napoleonic backs; mirrored refrigerator doors; and crystal chandeliers from Wilson Lighting.

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Top: The master bedroom establishes a softer, more tranquil mood with pearlized flocked wallpaper, filmy drapes, embroidered June Churchill bedding, and antique nightstands and lamps from Jules Pass. A cushioned church pew serves as a bench at the foot of the Theodore Alexander bed. Bottom: Superbly designed, the columned veranda integrates beautifully with the “English garden” landscaping. Opposite page: The wife’s personal vanity area is appointed with a quartzite top, miniature Kallista sink, mother-of-pearl pulls, and crystal sconces.

Among the kitchen’s other eye-catching appointments are a herringbone mother-of-pearl backsplash, hammered nickel pulls, mirrored refrigerator doors, a Wolf induction cooktop and the farmhouse sink’s distinctive plumbing fixtures from Immerse. Crystal chandeliers light the island, which is surrounded by Napoleon-backed swivel counter stools, and a cleverly disguised “dog station” provides a bowl nook for the couple’s beloved Shih Tzu. Transom windows flood the keeping room with sunlight and offer a lovely view of the rear yard. New furnishings were purchased for this colorful gathering space, and grasscloth wallpaper in a metallic plaid adds a touch of whimsy to the recipe desk alcove.

Significant structural changes were made to the main-floor master suite, as well. One exterior window was converted to a door accessing the veranda. Other windows were removed to create wall space for the new Theodore

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Alexander bed; the marble surround on the fireplace was replaced and the traditional mantel retained; and the original dining room was reconstructed as the master closet, with a custom jewelry armoire and chandelier.

To achieve a softer, more tranquil mood, the master bedroom is appointed with flocked, pearlized wallpaper; ethereal, shimmery drapes; and épinglé textiles reminiscent of chinoiserie. Antique lamps and nightstands flank the bed, and at the foot, a cushioned church pew serves as a bench.

Superbly designed by Odom, the veranda is an elegant, fresh-air oasis, defined by columns and a semicircular stone wall. “The owners wanted a large covered outdoor space, but didn’t want to upstage the landscaping,” says Lombrano, “so we chose simple Lexington outdoor furnishings with just a pop of orange for color.”

Responding to the wife’s love of beauty, GK Landscape

Design transformed the yard into an exquisite English garden with water feature. And completing the husband’s wish list, the lower level of the townhouse was remodeled to include a wine cellar for his favorite vintages, a “sports closet” for his vast assortment of fishing and hunting equipment, and an exercise area, family room and bath.

Elegant yet lighthearted, every detail of the refurbished townhouse reflects the joie de vivre of its owners. “It was a collaborative effort,” Lombrano says modestly. The delighted owners, however, would be more inclined to describe this extraordinary residence as proof of the designer’s expertise and unique ability to fulfill her clients’ vision. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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You’ll be in awe of Jay Laux’s glowing green landscape in Wildwood.

By Lucyann Boston Photography by Kim Dillon

Jay Laux's Wildwood garden can easily be described in multi-syllabic superlatives.

But on a hot summer day, when someone steps through the wooden gate and catches their first glimpse of the cool, green glowing landscape, the words you are most likely to hear are "Oooh," "Aaah" and "Wow." Fine gravel pathways, lined with multi-toned hostas, loop and crisscross down a steep, tree-covered hillside making the slightly over two-third-acre space seem refreshingly endless. Planting areas created with natural stone anchor the garden's elevations and flagstone steps provide access from one level to another.

It is a garden that has evolved over the 30 years Jay and his wife Brenda have lived in their home. Moreover, it is a garden that lives in harmony with the wooded, ravine-like topography of the property. The first two years the couple lived in their new home, however, Jay fought a losing battle to create greenspace.

Initially, the builder sodded the back yard. When that sod died, "I went out and bought more sod the next year," Jay now laughingly recalls. "The sod died again.

The third year, I went to a nursery and said, 'What do you have that grows in the shade?' I came home with eight Honeybells hostas in one gallon pots."

Those 'Honeybells' sweet-scented their way into Jay's heart. The heart-shaped leaves, bright green color and fragrant blossoms did all he asked of them and flourished in the shady setting. Jay divided those eight, and then divided those divisions and before long there were glowing, green 'Honeybells' throughout the hillside. "I split them umpteen times. I must have 2,000 plants from those original eight hostas," he estimates.

Providing happy homes for all those baby hostas, required more than a bit of landscape engineering. "When we bought the house, I don't think there was more

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than 10 to 12 feet of level ground," Brenda recalls. In addition, Jay suggests that Wildwood is misnamed and should have been called Rockwood. "You can't plant a petunia without using a pickaxe."

To solve both of those problems and create level and fertile planting areas, Jay brought in two tandem-axle truckloads of one-inch limestone gravel, topped that with landscape fabric and then spread two tandem-axle loads of Missouri bottom soil over the fabric. Stone retaining walls keep the gravel and soil in place.

Gardening on such a grand scale was never something Jay, a retired contractor, planned to do. "My father was a baker and I grew up living above the bakery. Our back yard was gravel. When Brenda and I moved into our first house, I started growing things, but nothing like this."

Two things have spurred Jay on: discovering plants he wanted to add to the garden and needing places to put them. A case in point was an immense hosta that needed to be removed from a client's yard and was so large Jay needed a Bobcat to accomplish the task. Rumored to be called Elegant Splendor or perhaps Regal Splendor, the weight of the dramatically beautiful plant caused the back two wheels of the Bobcat to come off the ground. Several hunks sawed off that plant now grow happily in Jay's garden. In addition to the numerous hostas and ferns, he has added some shrubs to provide winter interest to the landscape. "When you have a perennial garden in the winter you are pretty much looking at a pile of dirt," he jokes. Oak leaf hydrangea, with their interesting branching and peeling bark, lacecap hydrangeas, Norway spruce and Japanese maples add structure to the landscape.

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He also has discovered a passion for propagation. Perhaps beginning with the joy of filling his garden with so many decedents of those first eight 'Honeybells', Jay loves taking the plants in his garden, creating new plants and often giving away their offspring. When his hostas throw seeds, he pots them up and either uses them in his own garden or passes them on to garden clubs for plant sales. On flagstone walkways edged in the creeping ground cover ajuga, he directs the ajuga heading out over the flagstones over ice cube trays. As the plant continues to creep and send out tiny roots covering the tray, he can trim back the ajuga and each cube receptacle has become a perfect ajuga plug to insert somewhere else in the garden. In his work area at the top of the garden and underneath the deck off the back of the house, Jay has set up a small plant nursery using clear plastic storage tubs as tiny greenhouses to allow seedlings to gain strength before planting them in his own garden or sharing them with other gardeners.

He is a huge believer in using Hormex Liquid Concentrate in water to minimize transplant shock and to generate bulb production in the elephant ears he uses as accents in the garden. Out of 30 elephant ear bulbs I have probably gotten 250 bulbs," he says. "What I enjoy is reaping the benefits of what I have planted." Although he has an irrigation system installed in his garden, he does not use it daily. "I want the plants to survive on their own whenever possible," he explains.

In an area filled with deer, Jay has managed to confound the marauders by backing his split rail fence with a seven-foot high deer fence. "When it was six feet high, they could do a vertical leap and get over it. I made it seven feet tall and that ended it," he reports with a note of pride in his voice. In unfenced areas, he has become an expert in finding plants that deer ignore: golden tansy, ornamental onion, elephant ear and Russian sage.

Considering the manicured beauty of the landscape and the breathtaking design that links the lush garden together, it seems impossible that one man has created it all.

Jay's garden, however, is a one-man show. This year alone he spread 14 cubic yards of mulch. He also concedes that rather than creating additional planting areas, he is using ground cover to green up the far corners of his property, so he is not adding to his mulching chores. The garden has been "pretty much as it is now for the past 10 years," he says.

Jay's greatest joy in his garden is simply sitting and looking at it. Unlike many gardeners who are continually getting up to pull a weed here or cut back a vine there, Jay is not a fanatic. "I can be content just to look at it," he says. "I garden because I want to, not because I need to." See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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Spice up the front of the home or the side of a deck with a beautifully planted window box. Colorful and catching, window boxes can be filled with a variety of plants and flowers. Trailing plants make a statement by spilling over the sides. Check out local landscapers' favorite trailing varieties for window box planting.

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one: “For a trailing plant that will look good all year round, its hard to top 'Redstone Falls' Fairy Bells. Its ruby-splashed, butterfly-like foliage is highlighted with wonderful, warm autumn tones. In fall its evergreen leaves transform to coppery orange, russet and cinnamon. Its evergreen leaves look good all winter, making the plant ideal for holiday planters. A hardy perennial that also makes a fantastic ground cover.” Ann Lapides, Sugar Creek Gardens. two: “Calibrachoa or trailing petunias come in every color you could want. They look great spring to frost and provide an excellent "spill" effect, growing up to 4' long in a season.” Claire Weiss, Frisella Nursery. three: “Creeping Rosemary is an excellent cascading choice for a sunny window box because it loves to be hot and dry! The deep green foliage adds unique texture that you can also use in the kitchen, while delicate blue to lavender-blue flowers will emerge in the summer.” Laura Caldie, Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop. four: “The trailing annual Scaevola thrives in hot, humid weather. This makes it the perfect plant for spring and summer in St. Louis! We also love it because of its ever-present purple-blue blooms!” Andria Graeler, Chesterfield Valley Nursery. five: “The lotus vine has feathery foliage and a bushy trailing habit that make it a great addition to container plantings. Its fine gray green leaves look almost iridescent in the sun, a wonderful enhancement to any flower combination. Though it prefers adequate moisture, it can tolerate drought and holds up well in Missouri humidity.” Jim Oldani, Timberwinds Nursery. six: “Licorice plant’s trailing stems will cascade from your window boxes with ease without taking over. Its silvery foliage provides distinct color contrast when paired with vibrant annuals flowers.” Christine Knoernschild, Passiglia’s Nursery.

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All of August: Annuals may appear leggy and worn now. These can be cut back hard and fertilized to produce a new flush of bloom.

Soak shrubs periodically during dry spells with enough water to moisten the soil to a depth of 8-10 inches.

August 1 - 15 August 1 - 15 Madonna lilies, bleeding heart (Dicentra) and bloodroot (Sanguinaria) can be divided and replanted.

Sow seeds of beans, beets, spinach and turnips now for the fall garden. Spinach may germinate better if seeds are refrigerated for one week before planting.

August 15 - 31 Fall-bearing red raspberries are ripening now.

Begin planting lettuce and radishes for fall now.

August 15 - 31 Hummingbirds are migrating through gardens now.

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our work is finally done. The garden is planned and planted, the weeds are pulled, the deck is set and your patio furniture is beckoning.

You pour a glass of something lovely and pour yourself into an Adirondack chair. It is, at last, time to enjoy a summer sunset that makes your weeks of toil worth it. But that’s when you hear the all-too-familiar buzz, feel the all-too-familiar bite and face your necessary but limited options: slather on the smelly sprays or retreat.

Not this summer, sources say. From screens and drapes to preventative sprays, St. Louis’ mosquito specialists have a variety of solutions for this summer bummer. “Screens are actually called ‘insect mesh,’ did you know that?” asks Debbie Hogue of Broadview Screen, the makers of custom and replacement screens for contractors across the area. “The term ‘insect’ refers to the flying variety—think grasshoppers, wasps, and of course, mosquitoes,” she says. If you’re looking to bring the outdoors in, or, bring an indoor-like space outside with a screened room, Broadview offers both fiberglass and aluminum screens for the form and function your space requires. “Some people like the old school aluminum, but depending on where you live, you might need it!” Debbie says.

Country dwellers take note: when dew forms on your taut and perfect screens, grasshoppers and wasps will chew through the screen to collect the moisture, leaving just enough space for pesky mosquitoes.

“Aluminum is your ideal option,” she warns.

For something with less permanence and more elegance, Vicki Dreste of Maplewood-based Design & Detail suggests drapes to keep mosquitoes at bay. “Some of our beautiful outdoor fabrics block UV rays, don’t mildew or fade and also discourage insects,” she explains.

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Don’t let pesky insects ruin your outdoor experience.

“If you have a terrace or an overhang with columns, these wide-width synthetic fabrics can also help to add shade or block cold drafts in cooler months. And aesthetically, they’re just gorgeous.”

If you prefer a less-than-immersive outdoor experience — but still want to enjoy the evening summer breezes with cinematic flair — the free-flowing beauty of a drape may be just what you need to fend off mosquitoes. But if your only way to go is the patio, you might need to get proactive.

“There are five Ts of mosquito control,” Martha Baur of Balloon Garden Design explains. “Tip, toss, turn, tarps and take care.” Beyond landscape architecture, Baur also owns a Mosquito Squad franchise, or “the founding fathers of mosquito control,” as she calls it. “Our program is preventative, protecting your outdoor area for 21 days against mosquitoes. But it also eliminates them on contact. When females, which are the only ones that bite, land on shrubs or plants to get sugars to lay eggs, our barrier takes care of them.”

With both an EPA registered and approved product as well as an all-natural version, Baur’s Mosquito Squad provides peace of mind throughout the season while requiring no extra work from you, the homeowner. No hassle, no buzz, no bites.

There’s more than one way to beat the bugs, and with so many customizable options there’s bound to be one that works for you and your outdoor ambitions. So pull up your chair, pour your drink and take in the best of what summer has to offer—right in your own back yard.

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BEFORE & AFTER

Let there BE LIGHT

The removal of partitions and strategic installation of mirrors has let in more light to Tom Kraatz’s renovated master bath and created the illusion of a much larger space.

By Barbara E. Stefàno Photography courtesy of Gegg Design & Cabinetry

Built in the 1970s, Tom Kraatz’s Kirkwood home possessed some anachronistic elements in the master bath that kept the retiree from fully enjoying the generous 375-square-foot room.

“While there was a lot of space, it was all disconnected and in smaller separate rooms,” Tom says. “The prior owners presumably wanted independent bathrooms, which made for redundant fixtures, aisles and restricted natural light into the different spaces.”

The old floorplan included two toilet-and-sink sets separated by a wall that ran parallel to a window by the tub, blocking the natural light from the rest of the master bath. With the redesign, Keith Gegg of Gegg Design & Cabinetry kept the his-and-hers vanity and one toilet, and shifted them to the wall that lies perpendicular to the tub and window. The toilet is separated from the sink by a pocket door, and it was Tom’s idea to also keep the closets open near the ceiling to let even more light into the entire room.

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BEFORE

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BEFORE AFTER

“The biggest goal was to have a unified space and give a sense of openness. The house is situated on a hillside in a natural setting, so the views are important and are to be enjoyed,” says Keith. “There were three major window groupings in the original master bath and each was only visible from each independent space. So, we wanted to allow all the windows to be visible from the vanity area; this would allow natural light into the room at different times of the day. The new design has a view of all the windows from the vanity, either in peripheral view or via the full-width mirror.”

Keith further enhanced the lighting with can lighting strategically placed over the vanity and in the closets. With lighting addressed, he was able to warm up the room by replacing the stark-white — and rather dated — vanity with inviting dark wood. The tub is modern and sleek, while the new shower/steam area is larger and more open than the old shower had been.

And, while the renovated master bath is physically smaller than the before — Keith moved the wall adjoining the master bedroom by 2 feet to make the bedroom larger — it looks and feels roomier and more luxurious.

“It wasn't very fun before,” Tom says. “We had a lot of doors to access clothing, but it wasn't really functional. It flows better now [with] two private, separate closets—his and hers closets—that are open. It looks like this is what was meant to be here.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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CALIFORNIA’S SECRET WINE TOWN

Lodi Lake. Photography by Lisa Van Dyke.

Lazing in Sacramento’s southern shadow, this inland Cali town – pronounced low-dye, not -dee – is still figuring out what it wants to be — and we think that’s all the more reason to visit now, before too many tourists discover Wine Enthusiast’s 2015 Wine Region of the Year.

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Visit Lodi, and you’ll get a sense of what Napa Valley was like during its heyday in the 1960s — “Back when Napa didn’t have all of the giant wineries — the monuments,” says Russ Munson, owner of Wine & Roses, a luxury hotel in the heart of the Lodi AVA. A half-century ago, Napa was still very casual, and that’s what’s waiting for visitors in Lodi today, at 85 boutique wineries that don’t require reservations or wads of cash from guests looking to sample some excellent small-lot vino while chatting up the owner-growers at, for example, Klinker Brick Winery, where you can taste the Felten family’s flagship zinfandel daily, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“There are more Old Vine Zinfandel vineyards in Lodi than anyplace else in the state,” says Steve Felten, a fifth-generation grape grower and co-owner of Klinker Brick Winery. Many of Felten’s vines were planted over a hundred years ago, and red grapes like his account for roughly two-thirds of Lodi’s 100,000 acres of plantings.

For Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, start with Mettler Family Vineyards, a certified sustainable, certified organic operation; Lodi’s principal whites are Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, the latter of which is a must-sip at Harney Lane Winery. For a modern tasting, head to the steel-frame tasting room at m2 Wines, founded by Layne Montgomery, who grew up in Missouri.

Many tourists come to California in the summer, but for wine lovers Lodi is a year-round destination best experienced in the wake of fall harvest, when temperatures dip into the 70s and winemakers have ample time to chat up their customers with tales that often allude to Lodi’s rich agricultural history.

Napa grows its own crop, of course, but Lodi has been supplementing Wine Country’s grape supply for decades — and you’ll notice the quality while hopping between tasting rooms on a cruiser or kayak. That’s right! Lodi has water-to-wine tours, and they’re led by Dan Arbuckle, owner of Headwaters Kayak Shop, an experienced guide leading individual

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and group kayaking excursions that take off from Lake Lodi, known for its beginner-friendly flatwater kayaking.

Arbuckle does monthly full-moon paddles and fishing trips, too, and Stand-up Paddle Board Yoga classes are held weekly at Lodi Lake Park, where the world-renowned birding peaks between October and February as Sandhill cranes descend on the nearby Woodbridge Wilderness Area, an established 58-acre riparian habitat open daily to hikers and bikers, sunrise to sunset.

“We’re a wine destination, but so much more,” says Nancy Beckman, president and CEO of Visit Lodi. Galleries and antique shops line downtown Lodi’s charming shopping district, home to the original A&W Root Beer, and some upscale dining options, including Fenix, offering contemporary American cuisine. I know it sounds crazy to recommend pasta to readers who have access to The Hill, but Pietro’s Trattoria will not disappoint if you’re in the mood for an authentic Italian lunch or dinner, best enjoyed on the joint’s enchanting patio.

Don’t leave town without having lunch at The Farm Café at Michael David Winery, and make sure to take at least one meal at Towne House Restaurant at Wine & Roses, with a farm-to-table food program overseen by James Beard award-winning chef Bradley Ogden.

If you get tired of wine, there are a few more tastings to try:

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Sample local diary at Cheese Central, offering year-round cooking classes on everything from tapas to curing; three miles west, the Olive Drop is a delicious stop-off, with an olive oil tasting center housed inside the owner’s period-style house.

You’ll get a sense of place during docent-led tours of Hill House Museum, a turn-of-the-last-century Victorian open to the public Sundays. South of Lodi’s main strip there’s Micke Grove Park, with Micke Grove Golf Links, the San Joaquin County Historical Museum, and a 3-acre Japanese Garden gulped up by flowering cherry trees, accented with a Koi pond and tea house.

Please read this next sentence carefully: Wine & Roses isn’t the place to stay in Lodi — it’s the only place to stay. And that’s fine because, dotted with 120-year-old conifer trees, this 66-room ranch-turned-resort has everything you’ll need including luxury suites styled on the early California aesthetic and an award-winning spa.

Like St. Louis, Lodi is a multi-generational place centered on family values. In the 1950s, when Lodi residents needed their own hospital, organizers went door-to-door to raise funds to build one.

You’ll find a similar can-do, community-centered spirit just about everywhere you turn — and that might be this town’s most valuable trade secret of all. See stlouishomesmag.com for more photos and resources.

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314-858-1477 www.emberhomestudio.com Founder and Interior Designer, Kimberly Kowalski, brings a distinctive aesthetic to Ember Home Studio. Through personal consultations and a carefully curated online shop, Ember Home is bridging the gap between designer and consumer. Offering furniture, lighting, textiles, artwork, curiosities and dĂŠcor, Ember Home focuses on pieces that will infuse warmth and artistry into your space.

314-910-9022 www.randrosenthal.com Rand Rosethal Design Group offers hand selected items from all over the world. We are known for our one of a kind items that include, European/Industrial/ Farmhouse and shabby chic. We also carry many organic items such as petrified wood/minerals and stone accents for home or office. Unique Tropical plants are always a specialty and will be displayed at our Warson Woods location! Visit us at www.randrosenthal.com for locations and dates.

118 North Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122 314-821-7881 www.rustedchandelier.com

MARKETPLACE AT THE ABBEY

10090 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63122 314-965-1400 www.marketplaceattheabbey.com Marketplace at The Abbey opened its doors in March of 2014, offering customers a casual yet elegant collection of one-of-a-kind finds. The store encompasses almost 6,000 square feet, featuring unique gifts, custom furniture and more. The boutique is now proud to offer CR Laine Furniture to customers. Stop by to browse a variety of sofa and seat styles and choose from over 800 fabrics and embellishments.

Rusted Chandelier is a shop where you can find all you need for your home with full interior-design service, custom florals, black-and-white painted items and unique home accessories. Stop in, and let us help you make your house a home.

The Gifted Gardener

8935 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63144 314-961-1985 www.thegiftedgardener.com The place where home and garden meet, The Gifted Gardener is a relaxing retreat filled with inspiration to add a fresh bloom to a room, or outfit your outdoors. Conveniently located on Manchester Road, the shop is loved for its sunny disposition and its ever-changing collection of gifts and home accessories. Open every day to provide inviting style and charm.

MARY TUTTLE'S FLORAL & GIFTS AMELIA'S FINE LINENS 17021 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-728-0455 www.ameliaslinens.com 636-728-0480 www.marytuttlesflowers.com For your shopping convenience, Mary Tuttle's and Amelia's have joined forces under one roof!

As a lifestyle store, Mary Tuttle's carries gifts including home accessories, fine crystal and glassware, tableware, baby gifts, jewelry and so much more. We offer delivery service, gift wrapping, bridal registry and, of course, fresh florals.

Amelia’s Fine Linens opened in 2007 with the goal of providing its customers a wonderful selection of bedding, toweling, home fragrances and sleepwear. Amelia's shows the same attention to detail, quality and taste as its sister store Mary Tuttle's.

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314-241-6556 3128 Morganford, St. Louis, MO 63116 www.thelondonmerchant.com Experience the romance of Laura Ashley tableware!

Now available at The London Tea Room and online, Blueprint Collectables goes back to the very beginning of Laura Ashley. Six of the very first designs that Laura printed on her kitchen table in the 1960s were used and combined with contemporary fabrics and details. The beautiful motifs are portrayed on porcelain, made from the finest New Bone China. Competitively priced, this collection also contains items beautifully gift boxed, perfect for lovers of blue and white and for those who fondly remember this iconic British designer. Where else would you expect to find it other than at The London Tea Room? Online at thelondonmerchant.com or The London Tea Room, 3128 Morganford, St. Louis, MO 63116.

THE PORCH 16957 Manchester Road, Wildwood, MO 63040 636-273-3745 "I want to live here" is the first thing people say when they come into the Porch. It is the most inviting, warm, charming, unique, cozy boutique nestled in Wildwood. The Porch offers timeless home decor, one-of-a-kind unique, rustic and elegant finds. Nettie White, the owner of Nettie White Interiors an artistic finishing company, owns The Porch and has put her heart and soul into this beautiful boutique and it's evident from the minute you walk in. Look at all the beautiful finishes, shop her unique boutique with its wide array of home decor, accessories, lighting, tableware, gifts, clothing and jewelr y. Please call or come in to book an appointment for your own personal custom project.

The Porch and NWI also offer full kitchen design and remodeling, artistic finishes, furniture placement, color selection and accessorizing.

Find us on FaceBook, The Porch in Wildwood.

THE WHITE HARE

1010 Miralago Way, Cottleville, MO 63376 636-441-1111 www.thewhitehare.com The White Hare offers 13,000 square feet of furniture, florals, decor and more! Shop more than once a week as the uniquely displayed vignettes are constantly changing. The mother-daughter duo opened in 2003 and their store has grown quickly over the years moving three times to larger spaces.

Just over a year ago they moved into their "forever home" in Cottleville featuring two floors, a design center, a more expansive shopping space and a larger selection of furniture, both custom and ready to take home. You'll even find fun things to wear and give as gifts in the White Hare boutique! Just 12 minutes from Chesterfield!

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WELSCH HEATING & COOLING CO. 2175 Welsch Industrial Court, St. Louis, MO 63146 314-872-8070 / Fax 314-567-6349 bwelsch@welsch-heatcool.com www.welsch-heatcool.com Welsch Heating and Cooling was honored as the National Residential Contractor of the Year by the Air Conditioning Contractors of America. This award is presented in recognition of outstanding service to our customers. In addition, we are celebrating 123 years in business.

ANTIQUES

• 11610 Page Service Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 314-373-2000 / Fax 314-429-3575 • 1694 Larkin Williams Road, Fenton, MO 63026 636-349-4946/ Fax 636-349-6844 • 1660 Bryan Rd. O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-244-3844 www.autcohome.com With three showrooms located strategically in the St. Louis area, we are the place to go for all your appliance needs. We can work within every budget, and we work with homeowners, builders, interior designers and architects. We call ourselves “The Appliance Experts” and we prove it everyday…

Kitchens, bars, laundry rooms and outdoor kitchens.

BRENDEL ARCHITECTS, INC 207 East Dwight Street, Albers, IL 62215 618-248-5687 / Fax 618-248-5687 brendelarchitect@hotmail.com www.brendelachitects.com Brendel Architects offers cutting-edge, energy-efficient designs for custom homes, additions and renovations. Our goal is to exceed your expectations, while making your dream a reality.

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JON PAUL DESIGNS & COLLECTIBLES

1047 Big Bend Blvd, Richmond Heights, MO 63117 314-645-2722 www.jonpauldesigns.com For over 20 years, our showroom has displayed all styles of brand-name furnishings, collectibles, light fixtures and all types of artwork. We are known for specializing in fine lighting, displaying thousands of antique, vintage and modern lighting pieces to fit everyone’s tastes and budgets. We also customize our pieces in any way you could imagine, or even create something unique from scratch. ”A Jon Paul home is a beautiful home!”

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10091 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63122 314-909-0123 www.warsonwoodsantiques.com Warson Woods Antiques is a multi-dealer gallery offering authentic antique and vintage merchandise displayed in our 30,000 sq. ft. showroom. Our 150 dealers offer English, French, and American, mid-century, retro and repurposed furniture and accessories and an assortment of unique and unusual artifacts. We have an impressive selection of vintage and estate jewelry! Our staff is dedicated to customer satisfaction and a great shopping experience.

1650 North Warson Road, St. Louis, MO 63132 314-429-0972 / Fax 314-429-1758 info@abs-stl.com authorizedstl.com Quality kitchen appliances for every budget in a beautiful boutique setting.

www.dickbuscharchitects.com Dick Busch Architects, based in Chesterfield, has developed a reputation as being one of the premier architectural firms in the country. You will find, through our process, that we work closely with you to obtain an intimate understanding of your desires and thus are able to custom design a plan to completely fulfill your needs.

ST. LOUIS APPLIANCE REPAIR GROUP 636-349-5588 St. Louis Appliance Repair offers quality work on all appliance repairs including washing machines, dryers, refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers and microwaves. We are the only factory certified Sub-Zero, Wolf and ASKO appliance service center in the Bi-State area. While we are the Sub-Zero, Wolf and ASKO premier partner, we also are certified for other brands such as Thermador, Bosch, Gaggenau, Dacor, SpeedQueen, Jenn-Air, Kitchen-Aid, Maytag, Amana & Whirlpool. We offer award winning service at competitive prices. St. Louis Appliance Repair is celebrating 60 years of appliance service in the St. Louis area.

160 Marine Lane, St. Louis, MO 63146 314-434-2333 / Fax 314-434-2203 donna@boxxarchitect.com www.boxxarchitect.com We offer luxury and custom home design as well as renovations and additions to existing homes.

Our focus is providing creative, cutting-edge architectural designs, while always remaining aware of budgetary constraints.

FENDLER & ASSOCIATES, INC. 5201 Pattison Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110 314-664-7725 / Fax 314-664-8183 pf@fendlerworld.com www.fendlerworld.com High-end custom residential design, new construction and additions, interior design, historic rehabilitations and historic tax credit services.

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BUILDING SUPPLIES FORNEY + architecture, LLC 9920 Watson Road, Suite 115, St. Louis, MO 63126 314-640-4447 JANEANN@FORNEYPLUS.COM WWW.FORNEYPLUS.COM Specializing in Homes of Distinction, our award-winning firm believes every client deserves high-quality design with personalized service, whether your project is a luxury custom home or an addition/renovation. We tailor our approach to your lifestyle and needs with artistic design features and quality architectural detailing uniquely designed for your home.

Artist & Architectural Blacksmiths

7 Capper Drive, Pacific, MO 63069 636-271-3200 / Fax 636-271-9745 mike@eurekaforge.com www.eurekaforge.com Founded in 1982, our team of designers and artisans is engaged in projects ranging from the creation of intricate wine-room doors to sweeping staircases of bronze and iron to historical restoration. St. Louis landmarks, such as the Old Courthouse, the Missouri Botanical Garden and the Tower Grove House, have benefited from our careful research and skilled craftsmanship. From your imagination...we forge reality.

1700 West Terra Lane, O'Fallon, MO 63366 636-379-9886 www.cbennett.net C. Bennett Premium Building Supplies has been a family-owned and operated business since 1980. They pride themselves on being "easy to do business with." C. Bennett specializes in fireplaces, fireplace surround, shower door enclosures, premium appliances, outdoor living, closet shelving, door hardware, mirrors and more! Visit their showroom in O'Fallon or go to CBennett.net for more information.

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16676 Old Chesterfield Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017 636-537-0880 / Fax 636-537-1027 laurens@laurenstrutmanarchitects.com www.laurenstrutmanarchitects.com Award-winning firm specializing in custom homes, additions, renovation projects and historic restoration work.

ARTISANS & BLACKSMITHS

1315 South Vandeventer Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110 314-535-2022/ Fax 314-535-2030 peterz@classicmetalcraft.com www.classicmetalcraft.com This family-owned business has been serving the St. Louis area for 27 years. Visit the website that showcases their iron products, and get inspiration from the many beautiful photographs in the ornamental iron galleries. CMC fabricates original iron projects for both interior and exterior spaces, and for customers large and small. Please call for your free quote.

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ARCH DESIGN, ARTWORK & FRAMING 1188 Walters Way Lane, St. Louis, MO 63132 314-656-3159 www.archframing.com/custom-framing We provide custom framing for mirrors, artwork, heirlooms and more. With over 4,000 frame styles to choose from, our design center offers one of the largest selections of custom framing materials in the region. We also have an assortment of high-end specialty frames with multiple finish options for more personalized framing projects. From conservation-standard to museum-level framing, we have the expertise to develop a customized design to fit your framing needs.

BAKERY

159 Lamp & Lantern Village Chesterfield, MO 63017 636-220-6087 9040 Manchester Rd St. Louis, Mo 63144 314-942-3535​ www.nothingbundtcakes.com From “Happy Birthday” to “Just Because”, nothing says it better than a Nothing Bundt Cake! Crafted by hand from the finest ingredients and crowned with their signature cream cheese frosting, these cakes are perfect for any occasion. Choose from four different sizes and a variety of delicious flavors, including Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Red Velvet, White Chocolate Raspberry and Lemon! Make someone’s day by making your way to the bakery nearest you today!

16668 Old Chesterfield Road Chesterfield, MO 63017 314-482-5590 accentoncabinets.com Accent on Cabinets brings over 20+years’ of nationally recognized award-winning experience, refined design insights, and sharp attention to detail to every project. We work closely with clients to transform ideas into design concepts, and then lead the transformation process into reality…for both new construction and complete renovations.

Please call us to arrange for a free consultation or to visit our showroom.

207 East Dwight Street, Albers, IL 62215 618-248-5687 / Fax 618-248-5687 brendelarchitect@hotmail.com www.woodmode.com AD Cabinetry, Inc., distributor for Wood-Mode and Brookhaven, combines the design expertise of architects and the finest furniture-grade custom cabinets available.

CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEMS 633 Spirit of St. Louis Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-519-1611 11585 Lackland Rd., St. Louis, MO 63146 314-677-6713 www.beckallencabinetry.com With over 50 years of combined experience in the construction industry, Mike Beck and Lee Allen lead a dedicated team of over 20 employees at two locations in the St. Louis area. Providing personal service and working hand-in-hand with customers is their passion, one that fosters a creative, efficient and enjoyable design process.

The team at Beck/Allen Cabinetry proudly serves homeowners, interior designers, remodelers and home builders and remains in constant pursuit of the superior service and craftsmanship that drove Mike and Lee to start their company over 20 years ago. Visit us in Chesterfield or at our newest location in Maryland Heights.

MARKUS CABINET MFG. CO., INC

599 South Clinton Street, Aviston, IL 62216 618-228-7203 Showroom Location: Markus Cabinetry 11481 Page Service Road, Maryland Heights, MO 63146 314-436-1494 www.MarkusCabinet.com The Markus brand is manufactured locally as eurostyle full access cabinetry and framed inset door design. Markus designers can help you pursue architectural dreams in traditional, transitional or contemporary styles. Make an appointment today to make your blueprints a reality for kitchens, vanities, closets and other room cabinetry. For 70 years, Markus has been helping families create unique interior spaces.

BEAM OF ST. LOUIS

2505 Metro Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63043 314-567-1515 / 800-264-2326 (BEAM) Fax 314-567-6169 kmoeller@beamstl.com www.beamstl.com BEAM Built-In Vacuums - Setting the standard for the cleanest, healthiest home in St. Louis for 35 years. A BEAM is 3-5 times more powerful...so you clean better, faster and easier. A BEAM will rid your home of 100% of contacted dirt, dust mites, pollen and other allergens. A BEAM installs easily in ANY home - old or new - big or small. Exceptionally appointed homes all have one thing in common - a BEAM Built-In Vacuum. Call today for a free phone estimate.

CLOSETS 751 Old Frontenac Square, St. Louis, MO 63131 314-872-7720 / Fax 314-872-7724 info@brooksberry.com www.brooksberry.com Custom cabinetry and design services geared towards perfectly matching clients’ tastes and lifestyles to classic elements and today’s most enduring trends. Visit our showroom to meet with a designer today.

2366 Schuetz Road Saint Louis, MO 63146 314-994-7111 Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00 and by appointment www.MarcChristian.com This award-winning kitchen and bath firm provides exceptional products, designs and a personalized experience. The showroom is full of cabinetry options, displays and unique product lines to use in the entire home. Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry proudly manufactures custom cabinetry in St. Louis County. This firm caters to homeowners, architects, builders/contractors and interior designers.

NATIONAL KITCHEN & BATH, INC. 3150 South Brentwood Blvd.

Webster Groves, MO 63119 314-962-1800 / Fax 314-962-2270 info@nationalkitchenandbath.com www.nationalkitchenandbath.com Locally owned, our 3,000-square-foot showroom and knowledgeable staff have served St. Louis homeowners, contractors, architects and design specialists for over 38 years...started in 1980. We provide the very best in creative design, quality products, expert installation and superior customer service.

MANCHESTER, 14208 Manchester Road ROCK HILL, 9701 Manchester Road 636-779-0720 www.CaliforniaClosets.com For more than three decades, we’ve been creating closet organizers and custom storage solutions for people like you. We’ve helped them reimagine spaces, discover hidden potential and most of all, find balance. Let us show you how the California Closets location near you can work with you to create a balanced solution that fits your home and your life, to a T. We have more than 30 years of history behind us and more than 30 years of satisfied customers. That’s why our name is synonymous with the highest quality closet systems and custom storage. Discover how we help you get more out of your home and more out of life. Start your own California Closets story.

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CONCRETE Manchester, MO 63011, 636-230-6400 St. Peters, MO 63304, 636-926-2414 Rock Hill, MO 63119, 636-720-0451 Fairview Heights, IL 62226, 618-277-4430 www.signaturekb.com Signature Kitchen & Bath has been serving the St. Louis Metropolitian Area with beautiful bath and kitchen remodeling projects for over 35 years.

We are honored that more than 60,000 St. Louis homeowners have invited us into their homes and have trusted us to complete their bath and kitchen remodeling needs.

Our mission is to make sure your kitchen or bathroom remodel is more beautiful, functional and valuable in the end. When you choose Signature Kitchen & Bath for your project, you will be choosing an experienced staff that is honest, friendly and up-to-date on design trends and products!

314-895-5000 5712 Fee Fee Road, Hazelwood, MO 63042 hoetteconcrete.com Hoette Concrete is a third generation family-owned business. We have the equipment and experienced manpower to handle anything from room additions, to tall structural walls with foundation crews; driveway replacement to large structural slabs with flatwork crews. We work with the area’s leading custom homebuilders, volume builders and several commercial general contractors. From replacing your driveway to the largest custom homes, you will see Hoette Concrete’s attention to detail.

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FENCES & DECKS

CONSIGNMENT FURNITURE

ENCORE CONSIGNMENT GALLERY

287 Lamp and Lantern Village Town & Country, MO 63017 636-220-9092 furniturehomedecor.com Encore is your one-stop upscale home consignment shop. We offer select, gently used home furnishings and accessories at value pricing, usually 30-80 percent of the original value. At Encore, you will see an ever-changing variety. Also consider consigning your once-loved treasures. It is fast, easy and smart to consign with Encore! Please send photos of items you would like to consign to photos@encorestl.net.

CUSTOM WOOD DOORS 137 Chesterfield Industrial Blvd.

Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-530-7545 mike@scobiscompany.com www.scobiscompany.com Nothing says elegance like custom-made wood doors. At The Scobis Company, we dedicate ourselves to creating handcrafted designs tailored specifically to your needs. The Scobis Company delivers unparalleled quality and superior service!

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

DOORS, WINDOWS & MILLWORK

2714 Mercantile Drive, St. Louis, MO 63144 314-647-5000 www.fischerwindow.com Fischer Window & Door Store is a family-owned company that provides premium window and door products from the family owned American manufacturer Marvin Windows & Doors. A sales staff of five with nearly 150 years combined experience in the window and door industry provides exceptional service to the St. Louis region on any window and door project from new construction to installed sales. Come visit the conveniently located Brentwood showroom with the most extensive window and door collection in the region.

636-349-6055 1111-C Horan Drive, Fenton, MO 63026 premierbuildersupply.com Premier Builder Supply has been providing homeowners, architects, builders, and contractors with high quality products at competitive prices for decades. We offer an exceptional selection of building supplies such as exterior and interior doors, windows, millwork, mouldings, stair parts and columns. Regardless of the size of your project, our experienced staff will support you with the knowledge and attention to detail that is needed to make your vision a reality.

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SHOWROOM 9227 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63144 314-968-3325 / Fax 314-968-3326 info@caldecks.com www.caldecks.com An innovative design-and-build company, specializing in decks, gazebos, sunrooms and pergolas. Let us help you plan your new outdoor space.

1827 South Kingshighway Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63110 314-773-4955 info@fielderstl.com fielderelectricalservices.com Fielder Electrical Service, Inc. has been wiring homes and businesses for more than 30 years. Family owned and operated, we are elated to provide the absolute best in electrical services to the St. Louis area. From small repair jobs, complete new wiring or home renovation lighting design — our professional electricians can do it all.

EXTERIOR PAINTING

4001 Taft Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63116 314-638-7600 empirefenceonline.com Empire Fence & Custom Iron Works is an ornamental iron fabrication company providing residential and commercial fence, railing, gates and more to the St. Louis region. In addition to custom manufacturing ornamental iron products, Empire Fence sells a variety of pre-manufactured steel and aluminum fence, railing and other products. We understand that quality and workmanship — as well as affordability — are important to our customers.

Empire Fence & Custom Iron Works has been in business since 1993 and owner Steve Gieseking has 40 years of experience in ornamental iron fabrication. All custom iron fence, gates, rails, spiral stairs and other ornate pieces are fabricated in our 23,000-square-foot office and fabrication shop.

FINANCES 314-239-7947 Rhino Shield is a permanent revolutionary ceramic coating that provides beauty and instant curb appeal. It dries 8-10 times thicker than paint and is used on wood, stucco, brick/block, masonite/Color Loc, James Hardi, aluminum/steel and more. Call 877-257-4466 for your free inspection.

1001 Lynch Street St. Louis, MO 63118 www.ameaglecu.org Find the financial products and services you need for today's projects and tomorrow's dreams at American Eagle Credit Union. Open your account online today!

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9849 Manchester Road, Suite 7 St. Louis, MO 63119 314-962-3100 We provide interior design services ranging from small spaces to large projects. With the years of experience behind us we can assist you with product and color selections in our beautiful showroom where we have an extensive library in fabric, carpet, accessories and more.

BESEDA FLOORING KITCHEN & BATH

5773 Westwood Drive, St. Charles, Missouri 63304 636-926-9989 www.besedaflooring.com Beseda Flooring Kitchen & Bath is a full-service flooring and design center in St. Charles that has been serving customers since 1985. This family-owned and operated business prides themselves in the quality of their work, the quality of the products they sell and the quality of the customer service they provide. In fact, they provided the materials and workmanship for St. Louis Home + Lifestyles 2014 Baths of the year award. Whether you are looking for carpet, hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, vinyl or a kitchen or bath remodel, Beseda Flooring Kitchen & Bath provides options for nearly every purpose, decorating style and budget. Their in-home estimates are always free.

CLASSIC CARPET & FLOORING

598 North New Florissant Road, Florissant, MO 63031 314-831-1551 / Fax 314-831-8790 sales@classiccarpet.com www.classiccarpet.com We are a full-service, family-run flooring store offering free shop-at-home service for hardwood, tile, carpet, vinyl, bamboo, cork, laminate and natural stone. Quality name-brand flooring at everyday low prices since 1980. A+ Better Business Bureau Rating. Angie’s List Super Service Award winner 10 years in a row. Winner 2014 Better Business Bureau Torch Award.

8147 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63144 314-644-3696 www.lk2kaimkisner.com Our studio represents the finest manufacturers of broadloom carpet, handmade area rugs, hardwoods and window coverings. Showcasing the major lines, along with several exclusive brands, we take pleasure in providing high-class customer service.

Tailored to design professionals, visit our studio for your next residential, commercial or hospitality project.

8994 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63144 314-963-7847 / Fax 314-963-0099 We offer a huge selection of area rugs (more than 8,400) and will custom-make anything you desire.

We also specialize in stair runners and wall-to-wall carpet. Come see us and our cat, Sophie.

15424 Manchester Road, Ellisville, MO 63011 636-394-3005 www.daufurniture.com Dau Furniture is the oldest family owned and operated furniture store in St. Louis. We have been serving the St. Louis community since 1894 with quality home furnishings, professional interior design and unparalleled service. We offer a wide variety of styles from traditional to contemporary, all with the quality you have come to know from Dau. Many of our products are made right here in the USA with custom options. Wherever you are in the design process, our staff of talented interior designers are here to help. A Dau designer will help create your home interior from the ground up all the way to finding the perfect finishing touches. Visit us today on Manchester Rd. in Ellisville about 3 miles west of 141.

FURNITURE ALU-CARLO REFINISHING CO, INC.

636-332-0247 alucarlo@centurytel.net www.alucarlorefinishing.com Experienced European craftsmanship servicing residential/commercial. Carlo caters to St. Louis aecorators and clients from conception to completion of refinishing antiques or a new piece of furniture with custom finish and color of your preference, creating a one-of-a-kind piece specifically for your individual home. Services offered for fire, smoke and water damage. Veneer repair or replacement.

Specializing in custom finishes, faux, high gloss, distressed, gold/silver leaf and more. We do not “dip and strip” to remove old finishes. Each piece is worked with individually so as to not cause structural damage. Pianos to family heirlooms. Call Carlo for an estimate and design consultation.

314-858-1477 www.emberhomestudio.com Founder and Interior Designer, Kimberly Kowalski, brings a distinctive aesthetic to Ember Home Studio. Through personal consultations and a carefully curated online shop, Ember Home is bridging the gap between designer and consumer.

Offering furniture, lighting, textiles, artwork, curiosities and décor, Ember Home focuses on pieces that will infuse warmth and artistry into your space.

292 Hanley Ind. Court, Brentwood, MO 63144 314-646-7737 www.miriamswitchingpost.org Miriam Switching Post is a unique shopping experience. We are a non-profit resale shop that specializes in finer household goods and furniture.

All of our merchandise is donated by generous folks who receive a tax credit and all of our profits go directly to need-based scholarships for students who attend Miriam School; The Learning Disability Experts. Because we are non-profit, we do not charge sales tax, we have free pick up service and can deliver as well. Sign up for our newsletter at miriamswitchingpost.org.

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THE REFIND ROOM 2525 South Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, MO 63144 314-962-ROOM (7666) www.therefindroom.com The Refind Room buys and sells stylish, quality mid-century, vintage and modern furniture and home decor with character and personality that will inspire and delight you. We carefully select furniture, accessories, lamps and art that reflect great design and excellent value. We search for the best finds so that you don’t have to! Stop by and see what makes us different. Located conveniently on Brentwood Boulevard two blocks north of Manchester.

4160 Meramec Street, St. Louis, MO 63116 314-771-1234 / Fax: 314-771-1225 www.russostoneandtile.com Russo Stone and Tile design, LLC provides the highest quality granite, quartz and marble fabrication with true hands-on craftsmanship. We employ only professional and skilled craftsmen, which enables us to provide a detailed installation on every project. Contact us to learn more about how we can help provide beautiful and cost-effective solutions for your project, 314-771-1234.

Imagine your next project from Design to Creation with Russo Stone and Tile.

WELSCH HEATING & COOLING CO. 2175 Welsch Industrial Court, St. Louis, MO 63146 314-872-8070 / Fax 314-567-6349 bwelsch@welsch-heatcool.com www.welsch-heatcool.com Welsch Heating and Cooling was honored as the National Residential Contractor of the Year by the Air Conditioning Contractors of America. This award is presented in recognition of outstanding service to our customers. In addition we are celebrating 122 years in business.

HARD SURFACES

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Selection is endless and location is ideal for timely delivery to ensure projects are promptly completed.

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Timber Frame, Log and Distinctive Structures Leslie, Missouri 314-488-0664 314-971-1351 www.gkmeyerconstruction.com gkmeyerconstruction@yahoo.com GK Meyer Construction specializes in log and timber frame construction, and historical restoration or renovation. We restore log cabins and timer frame structures on site, or move and reconstruct on a new site. The Missouri Department of Historical Development allows us to help clients apply for Federal and State tax credits for historically correct restorations. Preserving historic structures is environmentally responsible. Modern amenities can be added while keeping the structure’s historical integrity. We also use reclaimed materials to build pavilions, guest houses, garden sheds, she sheds, man caves, and furniture, etc.

HOME AUTOMATION

HD Media Systems 10040 Big Bend Blvd., Crestwood, MO 63122 stlsales@hd-mediasystems.com hd-mediasystems.com HD Media Systems is a technology company that specializes in audio/video installation, home theater design, whole home automation, lighting control, security and surveillance, phone systems, and network/computer integration. Winners of the Electronic House “Home of the Year” Award, HD Media focuses on offering cutti​ng-edge, custom solutions for their clients. HD Media Systems provides design and installation services for residential, commercial, schools, hospitals, banks and churches. With well over 40 years of combined experience the staff at HD Media Systems can offer complete system design and implementation of any size project.

HOME BUILDING

314-842-2212 www.ajborzillo.com Whether it’s starting from a new design build or having your home or business remodeled, we are here to help you every step of the way. AJ Borzillo has been around since 1966, and it has always been our mission to provide superior craftsmanship and top-notch customer service to our clients.

When quality matters, choose AJ Borzillo for your residential and commercial project needs

16091 Swingley Ridge Road, Suite 300 Chesterfield, MO 63017 636-537-2000 www.mcbridehomes.com McBride Homes, Missouri’s largest builder, offers homes in 40 communities in the metro St. Louis area from the mid $100’s to over $1,000,000.

With more than 70 years of homebuilding experience, McBride’s mission is to continue providing a wide range of homes and products, while obtaining quality craftsmanship, affordability for their customers, and the best locations in the St. Louis metro area.

HOME ORGANIZATION

MANCHESTER, 14208 Manchester Road ROCK HILL, 9701 Manchester Road 636-779-0720 www.CaliforniaClosets.com For more than three decades, we’ve been creating closet organizers and custom storage solutions for people like you. We’ve helped them reimagine spaces, discover hidden potential and most of all, find balance. Let us show you how the California Closets location near you can work with you to create a balanced solution that fits your home, and your life, to a T. We have more than 30 years of history behind us, and more than 30 years of satisfied customers. That’s why our name is synonymous with the highest-quality closet systems and custom storage. Discover how we help you get more out of home and more out of life. Start your own California Closets story. Shedule your complimentary design consultation today.

INTERIOR DESIGN

423 N. Sappington Road, St. Louis, MO 63122 314-714-8828 info@njlcustomhomes.com NJLCustomHomes.com The owner, Nick Liuzza, has a passion for building homes that can easily be seen in his work. Before using his talents to launch NJL Custom Homes, Mr. Liuzza gained experience for Missouri’s largest homebuilder for more than 10 years. During his time with his previous builder, he served as a project manager where he gained an invaluable amount of knowledge in all aspects of the home building process. This includes construction management, customer service, plan design, sales, marketing, estimating and purchasing. He has managed the construction of over 700 homes in the St. Louis area, and is truly an expert within the home building industry.

Deb Bokamper, ASID:CAPS, Certified Aging In Place Specialist Professional Interior Designer of Ageless Design debbokamper@yahoo.com Office: 636-225-6865, Cell: 314-630-8114 "Interior design for all ages, at all life stages..." to design new homes and renovate present homes to make one's living and working space safe, functional and beautiful so that people can "age in place". Imagine having your own professional designer come to your home, assess your challenges as a Certified Aging in Place Specialist and provide solutions with talent, creative ideas and an incredible array of products and as a resource of services all to fit your lifestyle and budget.

allen interior FURNISHINGS

INSIDE AND OUT 9849 Manchester Road, Suite 7 St. Louis, MO 63119 314-962-3100 We provide interior design services ranging from small spaces to large projects. With the years of experience behind us we can assist you with product and color selections in our beautiful showroom where we have an extensive library in fabric, carpet, accessories and more.

ANNA HOWARD, INTERIOR DESIGNER

11861 Cresta Verde Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 314-660-4679 anna1mail@yahoo.com With an MA in interior design from prestigious Stieglitz Academy of Art, Saint Petersburg, Russia, 20 years of experience, eye for quality and craftsmanship, superior sense of style and a client-centered approach to business, Anna is known as an innovative designer, skilled at creating stunning interiors under a variety of budgets and requirements. She will guide you through every phase of the design process, helping you to reach the best version of your vision each time, every time.

1028 Red Arrow Drive, Sikeston, MO 63801 573-258-0508 BarbaraCollinsInteriorDesign.com Barb.Collins@rocketmail.com Barbara Collins AKBD, Allied ASID is a full-service interior designer specializing in all areas of residential interior design; kitchen/bath remodeling, project management, accessories, antiques, art and home staging. Design begins with understanding the goals of the client and creatively designing a unique space that both functions beautifully and inspires the client to live their best life.

Barbara Slavkin, Interior Designer 19 Sherwyn Lane, St. Louis, MO 63141 314-274-7467 barb@slavkin.net Slavkin.net Barbara Slavkin Interiors provides residential interior design for small spaces to expansive homes. Great pride is taken in blending the client’s lifestyle with timeless design, guiding the client through the process from conception to completion.

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Chesterfield, MO 636-519-4090 www.BeautifulRoomsDesign.com Since 1995, Nancy Barrett, ASID, has been creating beautiful rooms for delighted clients. Together with Kathy Cissell, award-winning Beautiful Rooms provides design service, on projects large and small, tailored to the client's needs and wants. Check out our website for before-and-after room photos!

7707 Clayton Road Clayton, MO 63117 314-727-6622 Emily@EmilyCastle.com www.EmilyCastle.com Castle Design is an award-winning interior design firm, specializing in high-end residential design.

From chic urban condos to sprawling rustic residences, Castle Design’s team of expert designers work closely with clients to create unforgettable interior environments. Impeccable taste and a commitment to providing clients with an unmatched level of service are the foundations of the firm’s success.

DETAILED DESIGNS, ETC

174 Clarkson Executive Park, Ellisville, MO 63011 636-220-6445 www.detaileddesignsbydenise.com denise.detaileddesigns@gmail.com becka.detaileddesigns@gmail.com Detailed Designs, etc. specializes in complete kitchen, bath, basement design and remodeling.

Our personalized approach will guide you through the details of your designs and product selections, while keeping the process fun and exciting. At Detailed Designs, Etc., we design various types of spaces with a wide range of budgets. No matter what the size of the project, we still focus on holding high standards to complete each project to reflect our desire for great quality and perfection. Please know that we will seek a solution that will completely satisfy you and your dreams.

Let's get creative!

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636-391-7640 www.thedesignsourceltd.com Deemed “The Color Whisperer” by her clients, Kris Keller, The Design Source LTD, designs extraordinary spaces that honor and uplift those who dwell there.

A passion for interior design combined with an intuitive eye for creative expression form a long lived career foundation that embodies Kris’ mantra; ‘Design Changes Everything’. Our mission: That clients awaken every single day falling in love with their homes over and over again.

101 La Gorce Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 See Gigi Lombrano Interiors Company profile on Houzz.com 314-707-7291 Award-winning designer, Gigi Lombrano, ASID, NCIDQ loves taking a room and turning it into a functional space for clients to enjoy with their families. Professionally accredited, Gigi's projects have been featured in many local magazines.

She knows how to listen to clients and works collaboratively with them, and their budgets, to accomplish their shared vision. Gigi has extensive experience doing luxury interiors for clients who are building their dream home or remodeling their current residences. She has participated in many Designer Show Houses and is an active volunteer in her community.

Since 1975 DIRECTIONS IN DESIGN, INC.

1849 Craig Road, St. Louis, MO 63146 314-205-2010 / Fax 314-205-0889 ganzj@didinc.com directionsindesign.com WBE Certified Serving St. Louis since 1975, Directions In Design has received over 40 national and local interior design awards over the past several years alone. Our ASID designers provide the knowledge and years of experience necessary to guide you from concept to completion. With staff architects and CAD draftsmen, all steps of the building or remodeling process are accurately prepared and ready for bidding. We create comfortable traditional, contemporary and transitional lifestyles using the best sources through our purchasing service to satisfy your budget.

Founder, Jane Ganz ASID, was the first recipient of the Leading Lady Lifetime Achievement Award presented by St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles.

G.M. DOVEIKIS & ASSOCIATES, INC.

Gail Doveikis Cindy Kistner 636-227-7788 / Fax 636-227-9265 www.gmdoveikis.com Celebrating over 30 years in business! Professional NCIDQ qualified designers offer the full scope of interior-design services, whether you are building, remodeling or redecorating your home. We specialize in the selection of both exterior and interior finishes, fixtures and furnishings.

INTERIOR VISIONS Betty R Thomas, Allied ASID 636-399-3400 Interior Residential Design, by referral Providing an absolutely beautiful space down to the last detail is my goal for each project. The connection and collaboration with each and every wonderful client over the last 20 years has been the most rewarding aspect of my design business.

Interior Visions was honored to be a part of one of SLHL's 2018 Baths of the Year and would like to congratulate Bob Burmeister and his team at Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry as well as the homeowners on their Platinum winning project.

Jennifer Rapp, Associate ASID 11622 Page Service Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63146 314-706-2727 / www.jcrdesigngroupstl.com Located in the Interior Design Center of St. Louis, JCR Design Group is an award-winning design firm specializing in high-end custom interiors. With over 30 years of cumulative industry experience, the team, led by owner and principal designer Jenny Rapp, works in close partnership with their clients to create beautiful and functional interiors tailored to each client’s needs, taste and style. Their designs have been recognized consistently over the years

by At Home Magazine's Architect and Designer Awards, ASID Missouri East Design Excellence Awards, and Best of Houzz. As one client remarked: "Jenny designed and furnished every room in our home with kindness, patience, and always with a focus on what I wanted and what would make it feel like home to me and my family." Whether building, renovating, or redecorating, think of JCR Design Group as your partner in design.

JR ZACHARY DESIGN, LLC 9216 Clayton Road, Suite 132, St. Louis, MO 63124 314-733-9876 jrzacharydesign.com An interior designer for 15+ years, J. R. Zachary opened his own studio over a year ago. Offering comprehensive design services, J. R. skillfully creates inviting, comfortable and fashionable homes, from kitchen design to custom furniture to distinctive window treatments and bedding, all while preserving your unique aesthetic and respecting your budget.

Located at The Interior Design Center of St. Louis 11622 Page Service Drive, Suite 101 St. Louis, MO 63146 314-610-7288 www.ktaylordesigngroup.com At K Taylor Design Group our signature is understated elegance achieved through curated selections, peaceful color schemes and clean lines.

Our style for a space is based on the collaborative vision of our award-winning team and our clients.

We work as a team with contractors, engineers and architects to transform homes through remodeling.

Joyce Mathis 4300 McPherson Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108 636-288-1001 www.mjmdesignco.com mjmathis.design@gmail.com See MJM Design Company profile on Houzz.com.

From a one-hour consultation to whole house design, including design-build and new construction. Twenty years experience where design and customer service go hand in hand.

PARK AVENUE DESIGN, INC. 8 Dromara, St. Louis, MO 63124 314-863-0095 Park Avenue Design, Inc. was started in 1987 by Janice Rohan, originally located on Park Avenue in historic Lafayette Square, St. Louis. As the principal designer of the company, Janice Rohan’s 30-year experience is reflected in her interiors, which present a harmony of components. The finished rooms are always fresh, not predictable. She believes that the process of designing a room or whole house should be a joyful experience for the client and an exploration in self expression. Park Avenue Design is a full-service interior design firm, with excellent workrooms for drapery, upholstery, slipcovering and bedding. We also work with fine craftsmen for painting and surface decoration, cabinetry and finish carpentry. Our studio has a full fabric and resource library. Janice Rohan believes in “intuitive interior design.”

118 North Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122 314-821-7881 caroltemple@charter.net Located with Rusted Chandelier, Pizazz 2 Interiors is a full-service studio that can assist you with all of your design needs. From creative window treatments to furniture placement, and unique accessories to upholstery…we are happy to consult and help you create the look you love.

THE GREAT COVER-UP 9708 Clayton Road, Ladue, MO 63124 314-995-5701 / Fax 314-872-9496 teddy@greatcoverupdesign.com www.greatcoverupdesign.com Full-service interior design: custom furniture from Hickory Chair, Chaddock, Lee Industries, Kravet, Duralee, and more, as well as reupholstery, custom draperies, bedding, pillows, wall coverings, accessories, lamps, artwork, carpeting and more.

"We Transform Rooms"

7750 Maryland Avenue #11767, Clayton, MO 63105 314-993-2700 tommancheinteriors.com "TOM MANCHE INTERIORS is a full-service interior design firm in the practice of residential design. Whatever your style, we are available to accommodate all of your desires!" Great attention to detail is one of the most important factors when designing a room. It is the detail that makes a room come alive and project your style. It speaks about YOU! That is Tom Manche Interiors!

Chesterfield, MO 314-576-5827 www.totalinteriordesigninc.com Linda K. Kusmer, Allied ASID, founded Total Interior Designs in 1976. She specializes in the psychology of interior design and creates pleasurable surroundings tailored to her clients’ wants, needs and budget.

Providing hourly consulting, project management, kitchen/bath remodeling, art, accessories, carpet/ flooring, furniture, fabrics, lighting, hardware, window/wall treatments, landscape/exterior design and contractors to get the job done. Unique innovative designs and outstanding personal service is what this professional designer is known for. Contact her soon; you will be delighted!

3155 Sutton Blvd., Suite 103, St. Louis, MO 63143 314-282-0035 www.tamsindesigngroup.com Tamsin Design Group is an award-winning interior design firm specializing in high-end residential projects. We strive to create one-of-a-kind custom spaces that are both beautiful and functional. With over 20 years of design experience and knowledge, we guide you through the design process to help you realize your vision. Our areas of expertise include new home construction, kitchen and bath design, and custom interiors. Let us help you achieve your dreams!

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KITCHEN & BATH

INTERIOR DESIGN CENTER OF ST. LOUIS 11610-11660 Page Service Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 314-983-0218 / Fax 314-993-6551 interiorexperts@idcstl.com www.idcstl.com The Interior Design Center of St Louis is your gateway to interior inspiration for kitchen and bath, furniture, textiles, lighting, appliances, cabinetry, home automation, flooring, residential and commercial environments and interior design services. Visit the experts at AUTCOhome, Floor Source, KDR Designer Showrooms, Premier Plumbing Studio, Walbrandt Technologies, Working Spaces, Architectural Products (a division of Working Spaces), ADJ Interiors, Amy Studebaker Design, JCR Design Group, K. Taylor Design Group and Marcia Moore Design.

INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWROOMS

2731 Sutton Blvd. Suite 100 Maplewood, MO 63143 314-781-3336 designanddetailstl.com Since 2005 Design & Detail has been providing the design community with exclusive resources and superior service. Our showroom provides fresh, distinctive lines of furniture, fabric, wallcovering, lighting, carpet and much more. We represent the top vendors and offer the best design resources in the industry. We have grown in size and have the ability to offer designers guidance and individual assistance with their projects.

KDR DESIGNER SHOWROOMS 11660 Page Service Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 314-993-5020 / Fax 314-993-6551 info@kdrshowrooms.com kdrshowrooms.com For more than 25 years, KDR Designer Showrooms has been the leading resource for design professionals and discerning consumers. Offering a wide selection of fine furnishings, fabrics, wallcoverings, lighting, area rugs, window coverings and drapery hardware products from manufacturers dedicated to excellence in luxury interior furnishing products.

Visit our showroom to experience the finest interior fashions and exemplary service from a KDR sales professionals at the Interior Design Center of St. Louis.

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9808 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63124 314-993-6644 / Fax 314-993-5138 www.glenalspaughkitchens.com Glen Alspaugh Company is dedicated to providing unsurpassed design, the best products in the industry, quality service and expert installation to exceed our customers’ expectations.

17014 New College Avenue, Suite E Wildwood, MO 63040 636-821-3395 www.annemariestudio.com At Anne Marie Design Studio our primary objective is to create satisfied customers. We are well known for our experienced and qualified design professionals involving every aspect of your home. At Anne Marie Design Studio we are eager and committed to satisfy the needs of our clients throughout the project.

We will produce innovative kitchen and bath designs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Representing a range of carefully selected cabinet manufacturers, we can comfortably recommend products and services that best suit your requirements. With an emphasis upon clear and ongoing communication, we strive to give you peace of mind, knowing that your project is being managed by experienced and committed professionals.

633 Spirit of St. Louis Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-519-1611 11585 Lackland Rd., St. Louis, MO 63146 314-677-6713 www.beckallencabinetry.com With over 50 years of combined experience in the construction industry, Mike Beck and Lee Allen lead a dedicated team of over 20 employees at two locations in the St. Louis area. Providing personal service and working hand-in-hand with customers is their passion, one that fosters a creative, efficient and enjoyable design process.

The team at Beck/Allen Cabinetry proudly serves homeowners, interior designers, remodelers and home builders and remains in constant pursuit of the superior service and craftsmanship that drove Mike and Lee to start their company over 20 years ago. Visit us in Chesterfield or at our newest location in Maryland Heights.

5773 Westwood Drive, St. Charles, Missouri 63304 636-926-9989 www.besedaflooring.com Beseda Flooring & More is a full-service flooring and design center in St. Charles that has been serving customers since 1985. This family­owned and operated business prides themselves in the quality of their work, the quality of the products they sell and the quality of the customer service they provide. In fact, they provided the materials and workmanship for St Louis Home + Lifestyles 2014 Baths of the year award. Whether you are looking for carpet, hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, vinyl or vinyl plank, Beseda Flooring Kitchen & More provides options for nearly every purpose, decorating style and budget. Their in-home estimates are always free.

751 Old Frontenac Square, St. Louis, MO 63131 314-872-7720 / Fax 314-872-7724 info@brooksberry.com www.brooksberry.com In business since 1994, brooksBerry & Associates has established a reputation for designing and building award-winning projects with the finest materials, appliances and fixtures. We create unique functional environments that reflect the individuality of our clients’ diverse tastes. From supplying custom cabinetry for your design to complete kitchen or bath design and remodeling, we dovetail our services to meet the needs of your project.

174 Clarkson Executive Park, Ellisville, MO 63011 636-220-6445 www.detaileddesignsbydenise.com denise.detaileddesigns@gmail.com becka.detaileddesigns@gmail.com Detailed Designs, etc. specializes in complete kitchen, bath, basement design and remodeling.

Our personalized approach will guide you through the details of your designs and product selections, while keeping the process fun and exciting. At Detailed Designs, Etc., we design various types of spaces with a wide range of budgets. No matter what the size of the project, we still focus on holding high standards to complete each project to reflect our desire for great quality and perfection. Please know that we will seek a solution that will completely satisfy you and your dreams.

Let's get creative!

17895 Chesterfield Airport Rd Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-519-7299 Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery’s state-of-the-art showroom is stocked with beautifully displayed products in a welcoming, hands-on environment where you can see, touch and experience the products. From lighting and appliances, to bath and kitchen faucets, fixtures and accessories, our knowledgeable product experts ensure your selections are perfect for your project. Our passion for customer service is easy to see after just one visit to our Chesterfield showroom.

317 Clarkson Road, Suite 201, Ellisville, MO 63011 636-394-4455 www.geggdesign.com At Gegg Design and Cabinetry, it is our goal to provide clients with a design that reflects their living habits and personality. Through extensive interaction and collaborative efforts we work toward achieving this goal in a unique process. We have selected suppliers that operate with a similar philosophy allowing us to provide the best products and design in every category. Our cabinet makers focus on their skills vs. marketing. Their broad capabilities allow us to produce any look we create or reproduce, thus we can offer the entire spectrum of styles and looks that the cabinet industry has to offer.

MARC CHRISTIAN FINE CABINETRY 2366 Schuetz Road Saint Louis, MO 63146 314-994-7111 Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00 and by appointment www.MarcChristian.com This award-winning kitchen and bath firm provides exceptional products, designs and a personalized experience. The showroom is full of cabinetry options, displays and unique product lines to use in the entire home. Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry proudly manufactures custom cabinetry in St Louis County. This firm caters to homeowners, architects, builders/contractors and interior designers.

3150 South Brentwood Blvd.

Webster Groves, MO 63119 314-962-1800 / Fax 314-962-2270 info@nationalkitchenandbath.com www.nationalkitchenandbath.com Locally owned, our 3,000-square-foot showroom and knowledgeable staff have served St. Louis homeowners, contractors, architects and design specialists for over 30 years. We provide the very best in creative design, quality products, expert installation and superior customer service.

LORRIEN HOMES & REMODELING

314-809-4057 danadunbar@lorrienhomes.com www.lorrienhomes.com Lorrien Homes takes great pride in creating beautiful spaces at affordable prices. We specialize in custom homebuilding, remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms, lower levels and outdoor living spaces and redesign/rebuild of existing homes. Contact Dana Dunbar.

PREMIER PLUMBING STUDIO 11618 Page Service Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 Located in the Interior Design Center of St. Louis 314-872-9339 www.premierplumbingstudio.com Experience the finest kitchen and bath products at Premier Plumbing Studio. View the latest styles and finishes, working displays and find accessories to truly enhance your design. We offer products from top of the line manufactures including Kohler, Elkay, Moen, Delta, Hansgrohe, Rohl and many more.

Manchester, MO 63011, 636-230-6400 St. Peters, MO 63304, 636-926-2414 Rock Hill, MO 63119, 636-720-0451 Fairview Heights, IL 62226, 618-277-4430 www.signaturekb.com Signature Kitchen & Bath has been serving the St. Louis Metropolitan Area with beautiful bath and kitchen remodeling projects for over 35 years. We are honored that over 60,000 St. Louis homeowners have invited us into their homes and have trusted us to complete their bath and kitchen remodeling needs. Our mission is to make sure your kitchen or bathroom remodel is more beautiful, functional and valuable in the end. When you choose Signature Kitchen & Bath for your project, you will be choosing an experienced staff that is honest, friendly, and up-to-date with design trends and products!

LANDSCAPING & WATER GARDENS

16825 North Outer 40 Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-532-9307 / Fax 636-532-0077 info@chesterfieldvalleynursery.com www.chesterfieldvalleynursery.com At Chesterfield Valley Nursery beautiful landscapes are created when combining the art of design with the science of horticulture. Our designers take pride in creating extraordinary landscapes that complement your property’s unique needs and your distinctive tastes. Our experts will guide you in choosing high-quality plant materials that will thrive in your landscape. We provide you with a comprehensive landscape design that is uniquely yours. Our expert staff are with you start to finish through the construction of your project, and we are there to protect your landscaping and your investment with year-round maintenance services.

Call Chesterfield Valley Nursery or visit our Garden Center today and let us bring your landscape to life.

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FRISELLA NURSERY

550 Highway F, Defiance, MO 63341 636-798-2555 www. frisellanursery.com Family-owned and operated since 1953, Frisella Nursery has continued the time-honored tradition of cultivating quality plant material and superior design in the St. Louis area for three generations.

Catering to both residential and commercial properties, Frisella Nursery has the expertise and manpower to execute any size project.

54 Clarkson Road, Ellisville, MO 63011 636.227.0095 www.timberwindsnursery.com Timberwinds Nursery offers a welcoming, covered and easy-to-shop destination for plant lovers! It’s our goal to provide an exceptional level of customer service with a beautiful selection of high-quality plants, hand picked by our resident experts. We offer unique garden décor and outdoor living merchandise – all in an inviting atmosphere that makes shopping fun and the garden a success for our customers.

LANDSCAPE LIGHTING

WILSON LIGHTING 909. S. Brentwood Blvd., Clayton, MO 63105 314-222-6300 www.wilsonlighting.com Wilson Lighting is a family-owned company celebrating 42 years. Our goal is to provide the most unique collections of lighting and home décor available. We source product from all over the world that are exclusive to Wilson Lighting.

If you are looking for that statement piece from lighting, accent furniture, decorative accessories or artwork, our friendly knowledgeable staff can assist you. Best of all most items are in stock.

Wilson Lighting…so much more than a lighting store!

REAL ESTATE SULLY’S LANDSCAPE LIGHTING, DESIGN & INSTALLATION

1855 Highway 109, Wildwood, MO 63038 636-821-5061 www.passiglia.com When only the best will do, Passiglia’s is your choice for creating an outdoor space that is tasteful and uniquely yours. From beginning to end, we are streamlining the design and installation of your next outdoor project. Our range of detailed installation services includes creative landscape design, outdoor rooms, patios, retaining walls, water or fire features, landscape lighting and stunning plantings and landscapes. We give full attention to detail from the first customer meeting to the last moment of the installation to ensure the best possible landscape.

Your landscape experience will be fun and unique, visiting our eight-acre nursery and garden center containing beautiful and meticulously maintained plants. We look forward to working with you on your next outdoor project.

1011 North Woodlawn, Kirkwood, MO 63122 314-965-3070 / Fax 314-965-2730 mailscg@aol.com www.sugarcreekgardens.com Here the discerning gardener finds exceptional plants, unmatched service and the largest selection of perennials anywhere. Over 2,000 varieties, plus roses, shrubs and hydrangeas.

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1005 Glenford Court, Kirkwood, MO 63122 314-821-8422 sullyslighting@earthlink.net www.sullyslandscapelighting.com Changing the way you see the night. Specializing in low voltage, 120 volt and LED landscape lighting.

Our experience ensures a quality design, product specification and management of each project from start to finish. Holiday lighting available!

LIGHTING

METRO LIGHTING Seven area locations 314-645-5656 / Fax 314-645-8958 Brentwood Promenade, 314-963-8330 St. Louis, MO, 314-645-9100 Chesterfield, MO 636-449-1900 O’Fallon, MO, 636-379-0032 Arnold, MO, 636-464-7070 Ballwin, MO, 636-256-3600 www.metrolightingcenters.com Service-oriented, family-owned business serving St. Louis for over 40 years. Complimentary lighting design and layout. Unparalleled selection of lighting, ceiling fans, home accessories, furnishings and gifts.

1650 Des Peres Road, Ste. 205, St. Louis, MO 63131 relo@BHHSselectSTL.com 314-835-6051 www.reloinstl.com Founded in 2002, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties has 9 offices in the St. Louis Metropolitan area, representing 570 agents, and is part of the largest relocation and referral global networks. Select Properties ranks No. 1 locally owned real estate firm in St. Louis. For the fifth year in a row, Select Properties was ranked in the top 3 work places by the St. Louis Post Dispatch, ranking number 1 this year, in recognition of its leadership.

The company was named the 16th largest female-owned business in the greater St. Louis region and also ranks 6th nationwide in donations to the Sunshine Kids Foundation among participating Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices real estate affiliates. For more information, please visit www.reloinstl.com, or call 314-835-6051.

REMODELING CONTRACTORS

755 East Monroe Avenue St. Louis, MO 63122 314-996-KUHN (5846) www.kuhnconstruction@sbcglobal.net Fifth-generation builder and award-winning firm serving the St. Louis area specializing in high-end interiors, historic renovations and additions – all aspects of home remodeling.

ROOFING

REMODELING CONTRACTORS

314-324-1537 www.laddsuydam.com We're a small general contracting company that strives for open communication, technology-based organization and hands-on management and collaboration with professionals. We believe in working hard to marry good aesthetics with quality workmanship. We do kitchens and baths, fine carpentry and trim, exteriors, decks, porches, additions and historic remodels.

1106 First Capitol, St. Charles, MO 63301 636-940-9417 keith@listondesignbuild.com www.listondesignbuild.com We are an award-winning company that enhances homes and lifestyles for clients in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. We not only produce beautiful, imaginable projects, but also deliver a wonderful client experience with constant communication, some hand-holding and fun along the way! Call us today so we can learn about your next project–addition, kitchen/bath, basement finish, outdoor living area or another remodeling idea–and see how we can help make it happen!

Mark Gordon Owner & General Contractor 314-280-7215 mgordon@mdgrenovations.com RENOVATION IS OUR SPECIALTY: • Specializing in Residential Interior and Exterior living spaces • Experts at "Working inside the envelope" for discriminating clients • Our Resources are devoted only to renovation projects; not shared with new construction projects TRULY FULL SERVICE: • Early involvement in project evaluation, and ballpark estimating for project viability • Master planning, space planning, product selection, product procurement, custom details • General management of all resources and subcontractors, and on-site management daily • We handle it All to relieve pressure on our busy clients!

314-963-7565 Since 1986, P.J. Prifti Inc. has set the standard for additions and renovations in Clayton, Ladue, and the surrounding municipalities. P.J. Prifti's reputation for outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail provides their clients with a positive experience and a completed project that far exceeds their expectations.

SCHOOLS

REPLACEMENT WINDOWS

LORRIEN HOMES & REMODELING

314-809-4057 danadunbar@lorrienhomes.com www.lorrienhomes.com Lorrien Homes takes great pride in creating beautiful spaces at affordable prices. We specialize in custom homebuilding, remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms, lower levels and outdoor living spaces and redesign/rebuild of existing homes. Contact Dana Dunbar.

9701 Lackland Avenue St. Louis, MO 63114 314-427-5912 www.comptonroofing.com Residential and Commercial Roof Installation and Repair Compton Roofing Inc. is a family-owned and operated company that has been serving Missouri and Illinois for over 65 years. Count on Compton Roofing for all your roofing needs, including: roof replacement (reroof ), new construction roofs, hail and storm damage repairs, roof repairs, custom projects and room additions. We work with many of the area's premier builders, roofing some of the most stylish and innovative homes on the market today. Whether you're looking for a traditional roof or new designer shingles, Compton Roofing has the solution for you! Serving St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles Counties and the surrounding areas.

Experience You Can Count On, Quality You Should Expect!

2446 Schuetz Road, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 314-983-9977 www.rbastl.com The right windows make a substantial difference in a home’s energy efficiency and appearance.

Andersen has been an ENERGY STAR partner since the program’s inception in 1998, and in 2018, was presented with the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. The award recognizes Andersen’s initiative in protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency. Please contact us for a no-obligation design consultation.

2307 South Lindbergh Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63131 314-394-4300 sja1840.org St. Joseph’s Academy is a private, Catholic high school for girls in St. Louis, Missouri, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. SJA’s mission is to provide quality Catholic education for young women in an environment that challenges them to grow in faith, knowledge, and respect for self and others. Please call or visit our website for more information and to schedule a visit.

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SECURITY & ALARMS

TECHNOLOGY

WESTCO SECURITY & TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS

12747 Olive Blvd., Suite 300, St. Louis, MO 63141 Phone: 314-602-7672

215 Chesterfield Industrial Blvd Chesterfield, MO 63005-1201 636-519-0022 / Fax 636-519-0058 info@westcosecurity.com www.westcosecurity.com Burglar and fire alarm systems, integration with heating and cooling control, lighting control, whole-house audio and more. Underwriters Listed (UL) alarm monitoring. Call us for more details.

SWIMMING POOLS

636-256-2600 LA@poynterlandscape.com For more than 25 years, our landscape architects and horticulture professionals have crafted innovative, timeless and functional outdoor spaces.

Homeowners, architects, interior designers and pool contractors partner with us because of our time-tested experience in building beautiful, time-tested outdoor living environments.

60 South State Route 157, Suite 16 Edwardsville, IL 62025 Phone: 618-972-0757 Email: info@premieravstl.com.com premieravstl.com Premier Audio Video provides unmatched products and services to include: home theater, distributed audio, automation control, surveillance and TV installs for residential and businesses. From the original concept to the final installation, Premier Audio Video makes your audio video dreams come true. AV designs and installs can have their limitation as to how the equipment will function and how it will look in your home or business. You should only hire an experienced AV professional who has years of experience in dealing with installations. With Tim Root at the helm, he is one of the most qualified and skilled installers with over 20 years experience installing systems in St. Louis and Southern Illinois. Tim has installed and serviced 1000s of systems in his career.

It only makes sense to trust an installer with years of on job experience over just a salesman with no installation knowledge.

WALBRANDT TECHNOLOGIES 11612 Page Service Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 (314) 627-0346 info@walbrandt.com www.walbrandt.com Walbrandt Technologies is St. Louis’ only High Performance Home Automation Specialists, offering the finest custom design, installation and support of audio/video, home theater, home automation, lighting and shading control, computer systems, video surveillance and eco-friendly “smart” solutions for residential and commercial interiors. Our team of experts has over 150 years of combined experience in the custom home theater, home automation and information & networking technology industries. Regardless of the size of your project, we will provide a level of quality and service not available anywhere else in St. Louis.

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TILE

MIDWEST BLOCK & BRICK 12901 St. Charles Rock Road, Bridgeton, MO 63044 314-291-3200 info@midwestblock.com www.MPGBlock.com Midwest Block & Brick offers exceptional quality and experienced sales personnel. We will help you select the pavers and retaining walls that best complement your existing elements, such as your home and landscaping. The color and pattern of your pavers, retaining walls and terraces can completely transform your outdoor space. From a small planter or walkway for your front lawn to a multi-level patio or retaining wall, we offer a wide variety of products to suit your specific hardscape needs. Don’t be afraid to have fun! With all the colors and styles available, the possibilities are truly endless!

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natural stone & quartz countertops glass / stone & porcelain tile installations

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Bold, Not Brash

Interior designer Nisha Tailor marries her love of vibrant color with sensible neutrals in her décor. Her subdued opulence is exemplified in a chic but cozy guest bedroom where her theme was "Love Your Journey, enjoy the ride".

By Barbara E. Stefàno Photography by That One Summer Photography

Nisha Tailor had almost forgotten how very colorful color could be. After 18 years away from her native India, the interior designer, who owns Nisha Tailor Interior Designs, recalls the “shock” of seeing the bold — almost garish — hues on every wall of every home she visited.

“I was so surprised how much color was everywhere.

Orange, blue, red — every room a different color.

Everywhere, too much,” Nisha says. “So, when I returned I brought back a little bit of that, but not so much.”

Specifically, she imported the deep green that is so popular in Asia but underappreciated in the United States … and paired it and other shades with the neutrals that are underappreciated in her homeland.

Nisha's signature balance of exuberance and elegance is evident in her redesign of the guest bedroom of her Wentzville home. There, striking fabrics, distressed wood, antiques and, yes, strong colors mingle in a surprisingly symbiotic collection of design odds and ends. Somehow, the East-meets-Old West mishmash just works. “I wanted to bring the farmhouse thing in; that’s popular right now.

I wanted to make [the space] very serene and relaxing but didn’t want to go with beige or gray.”

She did, however, begin with a clean palette of white, embellished with her own geode-inspired artwork painted directly on the wall near the bed. Right beside the rich green, blue and gold veining of the rock painting stands a rustic tree-branch table in gold and a banana plant that lends warmth and soft lushness.

Splashes of gold turn up tastefully in the lampshade, a throw blanket and in other small fixtures in the room.

The geode painting is echoed in the throw pillows on the white-clad bed and upholstered corner chair, as well as in a green bike sculpture that adorns the wall over the bed.

“I really like bicycles, so the theme is ‘Love your journey, enjoy the ride.’”

Clients of Nisha are enjoying this vibrant ride along with her. Her clientele, many of whom are natives of India, have been known to wait two or three years to work with her.

She addresses their tastes in tincture with eye-catching fabrics and fixtures, and tones it down everywhere else.

“I think they feel like I understand them,” she says. “They love my designs. They think, ‘Wow, I would never have thought of bringing in gold.’ They think it’s going to look like a temple. I ask them to trust me, and they see it works.”

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ISLAND HOPPING KITCHEN TOUR

Saturday, Sept 15, 2018 10am – 3pm $20 Pre-paid passport to all kitchens Pre-paid through stlouishomesmag.com/events

$25 Day of event, purchased at the homes Is your kitchen looking tired and in need of a facelift or a complete remodel?

If so, get ready to island hop to several kitchens and get swept away by a tidal wave of inspiration so you can create your own kitchen oasis!

SELF-GUIDED TOUR with access to beautiful kitchens large and small designed and built by some of the best designers, contractors, and architects in the St. Louis area. *Island Hopping Kitchen Tour program and map will be available at each home.

Reserve your passport at stlouishomesmag.com/events All proceeds donated to Wings of Hope.

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CONNECT

Places to go, things to do and see and people who are leaving their mark on the world of style.

By Moe Godat

The Museum of Outdoor Arts Element House, New Mexico New Mexico is a state rich with natural beauty, though it can be a bit hot for visitors from colder regions of the country. In 2014, a building designed by MOS Architects and called the Museum of Outdoor Arts Element House was erected to create both a guest house and visitor center for a nearby land art project called Star Axis. Star Axis was designed by artist Charles Ross and uses architecture and art to accentuate the surrounding night sky. The house was meant to accomplish more than asylum from the New Mexican heat for its visitors; the house was designed to operate independently from public utilities by developing on-site energy generation. The building’s modular design and structurally insulated panels, called SIPs, support their goal in using sustainable energy. The building’s basic components give the structure

Photography by Paul Grundy.

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a modern feel while also increasing environmental performance. Perhaps more interesting than its sustainability is the structure and design of the building, which is based on the geometric systems of growth and expansion one module after another. For example, instead of having one chimney located in a central location of the home, the chimney was decentralized into vertical skylights and solar chimneys created to keep the building cool. This ventilation is one way to keep New Mexico’s heat from overwhelming the building, while raw-aluminum shingles with small air gaps between them cover the house to redistribute heat from the hotter side of the building to the cooler, shaded side. These innovations and the building’s simplistic, natural appeal allows visitors to see Star Axis at all times of the year despite the temperature.

Photography by Tim Soar

Started in 2013 and completed in 2015, New Ludgate sits on a site filled with history, both real and fictional. The Belle Sauvage coaching inn was not only a common place for travellers to stay and visit, it also became a common site in famous author Charles Dickens’s novels; the inn hosted both Pocahontas and the first live rhinoceros to ever visit London. After World War II, the inn fell into disrepair. The site of One and Two New Ludgate was formerly used for '80s-style office buildings and offered little accessibility or beauty to the public. For the new projects, the space was split into two office buildings to create an outdoor space to revamp the history of the Belle Sauvage route, which had disappeared. The designs made by Fletcher-Priest Architects reinstated and improved the public realm of the entire area and brought a modern addition to the city of London. Not only did they recreate the old pedestrian route, but they also added a piazza to gather lunchtime sunlight for tired passersby and hungry office workers. Each building is comprised of nine stories for office space plus the ground floors, which boast retail shops and bars. These stores sit under milky glass awnings, providing sunlight all day. A terrace on the south-facing roof overlooks St. Paul's Cathedral and the surrounding city of London.

Longview Farm, Town and Country, MO Photography by Kim Dillon Workers and volunteers labor behind the scenes every day through St. Louis’s summer heat to bring Town and Country residents a little more natural beauty to enjoy. Sixteen years ago in the early summer of 2002, renovations began in Town and Country to help bring a new abundance of natural beauty and wildlife back to the area. The city asked the local garden club for help completing the project at Longview Farm. Originally created in the '60s by local garden designer Edith Mason, the space had overgrown with weeds and fallen into disrepair. It took the team of dedicated volunteers six weeks just to get the patio back into shape. The main obstacle in making the park accessible for visitors was removing large amounts of poison ivy, honeysuckle and other invasive species of weed. After months of hard work, the park was ready for its grand opening in September of 2002.

Longview Farm provides a place for people to escape their busy city lives to relax in a naturally beautiful setting made specially for them by hard-working volunteers. Since its completion, every September the garden club and other volunteers collaborate to choose which

plants will be included in the upcoming planting season. The master gardeners and horticulturally talented individuals of the garden club have logged over 10,000 volunteer hours over the years, and the club currently has 14 active members, 10 who are master gardeners. “Park visitors stop by on Fridays, our workday, to see what we’re doing and to ask gardening questions,” says Claire Chosid, the head volunteer at Longview. “It’s amazing to us that so many people love what we do and have events at the park because of the gardens we’ve created.

It’s just such a rewarding project.” Seven years ago, Longview Farm volunteers also began working at the greenhouse at South Tech High School with the St. Louis Greenhouse Plant Society. Claire says, “St. Louis Greenhouse Plant Society is a non-profit, wholly managed by volunteers. The ability to grow unusual plants from seed and plugs is one of the things that, in my opinion, sets the Longview gardens apart from other gardens.”The volunteers’ work is a true labor of love, bringing beauty to St. Louis no matter the weather and defining Longview a natural jewel to our community.

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See our award-winning work on Platinum Bath of the Year, pages 18-19.

Experience the romance of Laura Ashley tableware! Now available at The London Tea Room and online, Blueprint Collectables goes back to the very beginning of Laura Ashley. Six of the very first designs that Laura printed on her kitchen table in the 1960s were used and combined with contemporary fabrics and details. The beautiful motifs are portrayed on porcelain, made from the finest New Bone China.

Competitively priced, this collection also contains items beautifully gift boxed, perfect for lovers of blue and white and for those who fondly remember this iconic British designer. Where else would you expect to find it other than at The London Tea Room?

Online at thelondontearoom.com or The London Tea Room, 3128 Morganford, St. Louis, MO 63116

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SLIDING BARN DOORS We asked local design professionals if sliding barn doors are a classic or a craze. Here is what they had to say.

By Melissa Mauzy

CLASSIC

“Using sliding doors is an adopted design from long ago. This design detail is extremely versatile with all styles from traditional to contemporary. It also allows a less obtrusive installation by using exposed hardware. This concept invokes creativity for many different applications and is obtainable at different price points. The sliding barn door is definitely a classic that will continue to develop over time.” Chris Powers, Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath.

“I love a sliding barn door! They are a great way to create an accent and extra texture in a space while not taking up any usable square footage of your room; thus making spaces more functional! They are definitely NOT a craze. I think what’s so intriguing about them is how it feels like we are bringing something more typical of an exterior or more industrial setting into a residential environment. Play with styles, finishes and material when incorporating into a space.” Anne Boedges, Anne Marie Design Studio.

“It is and will always be a classic. The choice of materials and hardware is vast and can work with any style. The frequently used reclaimed wood has been joined by more traditional, contemporary and transitional materials. For our own design studio, we have chosen solid panels of opaque glass, simple and sleek, highlighted with stainless-steel hardware.

Think of the barn door as the replacement for the other classic, the fully enclosed decorative pocket doors popular in St. Louis homes in the 19th and 20th centuries. The complex installation and difficulty of repair for these magnificent pocket doors has made the sliding barn door the favored choice. Try double barn doors to frame both sides of an opening for a grand entry in to a more formal area. The zero distance door swing of barn doors is a space saving benefit, which helps confirm its classic status.” Vicki Lewis, Directions In Design Inc. “Sliding barn doors will endure, a classic for sure (less the 'barn' part).

Surface-mounted sliding doors are a great alternative to a traditional hinged door, especially when the swing of a hinged door proves problematic. The doors themselves offer a wide variety of design options, and the hardware offers the opportunity for even more design interest. So back to the 'barn' part. While there will always be a place for rustic, we do feel we will soon reach the point of oversaturation when it comes to barn parts. Won’t be long and the most asked question will be 'how do I hide too much barn?'" FORNEY + architecture, LLC. “The idea of sliding barn doors is innovative, but a trend. That said, they serve a purpose when pocket doors are too invasive or too costly to install. Pocket doors were historically used in Victorian times to separate formal seating areas and entryways. A barn door sliding mechanism is one that can be easily installed and utilized. They now have style options to choose from lending some so streamlined in their design they don’t feel like a 'barn door'.” Lynn Eastin, Lynn Eastin Interiors.

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“Look out as barn doors have become a new classic and not a craze! These old-time beauties have been resurrected from our past…. be it American, English, European, Italian or Scandinavian. You will find versions of these in numerous styles as well as in new construction and in older recently remodeled properties. The ease of operating and to repair them (compared to pocket doors inserted into a wall) is very easy. They are a 'new classic' and here to stay!” Joyce Cockrell, Joyce Cockrell Designs LLC.

CRAZE

“Barn doors are more in the category of craze due to the strong influence of reclaimed and industrial design features, which seem in high demand by many consumers. In furniture, you see many introductions with barn door influences. They appear in armoires, cabinets, consoles and styles are from rustic to clean design. They are offering many different designs to reach the millennium to the baby-boomer.” Ross Anzalone, Amini's.

“Barn doors are a craze unless you actually live in a barn. However, sliding doors with exposed hardware can be useful and efficient in tight quarters where pocket doors aren’t feasible due to existing wall construction or cost.” Shelley Satke Niemeier, SPACE ARCHITECTS, DESIGNERS + BUILDERS. “I think barn doors with the heavy hardware is more of a craze than a classic. To me, classic is an element that can adapt to a wider range of architecture and furnishing styles. A classic can be mixed and updated to keep up with new trends but maintains its appeal." Linda K. Kusmer, Total Interior Designs Inc.

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