August 2023 - Baths of the Year by St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles

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FEATURES 18. BATHS OF THE YEAR

Timeless design, creative craftsmanship and exquisite tile selections are just some of the standout qualities of this year’s Baths of the Year winners.

32. NO PLACE LIKE HOME

Thanks to a longtime friend’s creative design and supportive family, Chicago transplants put down roots in sleek Creve Coeur new build.

42. MODEREN FAMILY

A St. Louis couple team up with designer Sara Weller to create an inviting kid-friendly home made for entertaining.

50. FRIENDLY FOLIAGE

Phyllis Weidman shares her love for hostas, their place in her backyard garden and how the famous foliage helped her foster friendships all across the country.

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Publisher’s letter Trends Fab Finds Insider Snapshot Snapshot Bright Idea Classic or Craze

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The primary bath designed by K Taylor Design Group and Bower Leet Design is one of the signature rooms in this new, custom modern home. Photography by Carmen Trousesser.

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A Happy Place

Meet our esteemed panel of Baths of the Year judges

Once our daughter Sadye started dressing herself, even as a toddler, she always had her own sense of fashion. As far as she was concerned, if she liked it, she wore it. It made no difference if she was mixing plaids with polka dots, her reflection in the mirror told her she looked fabulous! Little did we know she was onto something. Fast forward to the present, current fashion and interior design trends are telling us to go with whatever makes you happy! Imagine waking up in the morning and you are surrounded by objects that you love. Some people would call this instant happiness. Once out of bed, a big decision awaits, what to wear. No worries, as far as dopamine fashion goes, put on whatever makes you happy with no regard to any kind of fashion rules. It’s all cool. It’s called the dopamine factor. Fashion was first to embrace this new trend with interior design hot on its heels. Dopamine is a chemical released in the brain that makes us feel good. So it only makes sense to jump on the dopamine train with the many homeowners featured in this issue. Our winning Baths of the Year are beyond dreamy (pages 18-28). Spa-like in every way, merely stepping into a steam shower or luxurious tub filled with rose petals would be enough to put your dopamine levels off the charts. Ever wonder why shopping is so much fun? Blame it on your brain because the shopping experience triggers the brain to release the feel good chemical dopamine. Included in this issue is our annual Source Book. Beware though, it may have you calling a St. Louis professional to help you with a new project raising your happiness level up a notch or two.

This year’s award-winning baths prove that design doesn’t have to compromise functionally to let personal style shine.

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Suzie Osterloh Publisher/Owner

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Anne Marie Boedges, Anne Marie Design Studio, LLC Anne Marie Boedges, President and Principal Designer of Anne Marie Design Studio, LLC has been helping clients fall in love with their homes all over the St. Louis area since 2001. Specializing in kitchen and bath design, Anne Marie’s positive and down-to-earth approach helps clients feel anything is achievable. Her unique attention to detail distinguishes her work among the rest.

Dick Busch, Dick Busch Architects Dick Busch has been involved in residential architecture for over 40 years. Starting his own firm in 1992, he and his staff have specialized in residential projects of all sizes and styles ranging from a 400-square-foot pergola to a 23,000-square-foot country manor. Dick Busch Architects has relationships with a wide range of consultants, including engineers, interior designers, builders and contractors.

Christine Paul, Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath For twenty years Christine has worked for Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath creating highly functional, beautiful spaces based upon her clients’ personal needs. Her BA in Interior Design with a minor in Architecture have assisted in providing a valuable and comprehensive perspective in the kitchen and bath industry. Christine’s passion for design drives her to explore current trends and the latest innovations. Christine builds client relationships to help achieve design goals.

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Elevate your space with a textured twist! We’ve gathered a collection of textured tiles that are sure to add dimension to any space. By Maya Brenningmeyer

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one: Tommy Bahama in silverade, by Lunada Bay. two: Marazzi in off white, by Virginia Tile. three: Oslo in white, by Virginia Tile. four: Penny tile in silverstone, by Virginia Tile.

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five: Marazzi, serliana in off white, by Virginia Tile. six: Crossville altered state in acid wash, by Virginia Tile. seven: Marazzi terrazzo in white, by Virginia Tile. eight: Melrose in gold dust and luster limestone, by Stone Impressions. nine: Ravine in dark brown, by Virginia Tile. ten: Inax, hosowari in white, by Virginia Tile, available at Henry Kitchen & Bath.

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Fluted tile from Natural Stone, available at ASMI Surfaces.

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Demeter round mirror, available at Anthropologie.

Essential 20 x 40 capsule framed mirror in moderne brushed gold, by Kohler, available at Premier Plumbing.

Glenbrooke 48” mirror in light natural oak, by James Martin Vanities, available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery.

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Callie 26” mirror in mother of pearl, by James Martin Vanities, available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery. Arched mirror in brushed pewter, by Robern, available at Crescent Plumbing Supply.

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Tamara Burl wood wall cabinet, available at Anthropologie.

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Set In STONE Glenda Henneboehle of Stone Fabricators gives us insight into the use of stone and how it can be used to upgrade any bathroom. Edited by Maya Brenningmeyer Portrait photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton Photography courtesy of Anne Matheis, Ben Vens, Alise O'Brien and John Skaggs

Endless Possibilities Stone Fabricators is a custom stone fabrication shop. We provide our residential and commercial clients with endless possibilities for all of their countertop needs. Even though countertops are our most popular service, we also provide customers with custom fireplace surrounds, shower walls, tub decks, wall cladding, furniture tops, tables and more. Photography by Alise O'Brien Photography

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Taking the First Step When a client decides to use stone for their upcoming project, they will submit their drawings/plans to our salespeople for a preliminary quote. If the customer has not already selected their material, they may ask for a quote simply using budget numbers. However, our clients visit our showroom or one of our supplier's showrooms to search for the perfect material for their upcoming project. Once they have made their material selections they will then ask for a quote. When the quote is approved, we will turn the job in to our production team and we will template once everything is ready. Mix and Match There are so many different stone patterns and textures available. While it is quite common to mix textures, mixing different stones in one space can be challenging. We tell clients that it is up to their designer or their own personal preference when it comes to mixing different stones. Photography by Anne Matheis

Cutting Edge A mitered edge or eased edge, which offers a thicker look, is typically selected for the modern, clean-line bathroom design. Whereas, bathrooms with a traditional or timeless look often use an ogee edge which features concave and convex arches. Creativity in Small Spaces Bathrooms can showcase some very creative, beautiful stonework. If you can dream it, we can certainly do our best to make that idea come to fruition. We have extremely skilled craftsmen in our shop that put some of the most exquisite details on vanities, moldings, sculpted backsplashes, window casings and mirror picture frames. We hand-craft custom vanity sinks on a regular basis in our shop.

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Conscious Combinations When selecting stone for your bathroom, it is important to be cognizant of the weight of the material. For this reason, it is most common to use the same material on the shower, vanity and backsplashes, but simply use tile in the same color for the flooring. The most common combination is using the same stone slab material for the vanity, backsplash, tub deck and shower pieces (jambs, curbs, bench and niches), however the possibilities are endless. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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These architectural firms are doing some of the best work in the Greater St. Louis area. We’re proud to call them our architect partners. Look to them first for your next project.

Schaub Projects Architecture + Design schaubprojects.com

William D. Cover, Architect LLC williamdcoverarchitect.com

Lauren Strutman Architects P.C. laurenstrutmanarchitects.com

Brendel Architects, LLC brendelarchitects.com

Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC cdmarchitect.com

DL Design DLDesign.com

Srote & Co Architects sroteco.com

FUMAGALLI & LAMPE, inc. Lorif@flistudio.com

Jim Bulejski Architects jbarchitect.com

Jeff Day & Associates jeffdayllc.com

Donna F. Boxx, Architect, P.C. boxxarchitect.com

Dick Busch Architects dickbuscharchitects.com

2023 Timeless design, creative craftsmanship and exquisite tile selections are just some of the standout qualities of this year’s Baths of the Year winners. Edited by Melissa Mauzy

PLATINUM WINNER Powder Rooms

Castle Design & WiseWorks Why the judges love it: This powder room is so elegant with tasteful colors. The space has great craftsmanship and the design is a unique play on the space.

In need of an update to match the timeless qualities of the Richmond Heights home, this formal powder room was given a fresh flair. The washstand vanity acts as the centerpiece of the powder room while providing style and function in the space. The vanity was enhanced with a natural marble top with a sculpted valance to tie into the curvilinear base and shelf on the vanity. A major change to the space, the detailed applied molding on all the walls is painted a beautiful blue. The two-leveled paneling was created between designer Castle Design and contractor WiseWorks. Paneling gives the room a calm appeal. An oversized frame mirror allows the sconces and chandelier to provide impactful light. The layered design elements provide a time-honored look and feel. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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PLATINUM WINNER Under 100 square feet

Chelsea Design Company

Why the judges love it: The designer was thorough when redesigning this space making inspirational and creative changes.

WINNER

Chelsea Design Company widened a small bathroom in the client’s 1940s farmhouse by 8” to make it more functional for the homeowners’ five grandchildren to use. The space was designed with ease of cleanability in mind using a hand-textured and glazed subway tile to wrap the entire bathroom including the tub walls and two accented marble niches. A playful polka dot patterned black-and-white penny hex tile was selected for the floor with dark gray marble skirting to accent the countertops, niches and trim pieces. The vanity allows for additional towel storage and features metal legs and oversized satin nickel ring pulls to make it feel like a piece of furniture. The designer extended the Calacatta marble countertop over the top of the toilet for more surface area to set items. A large medicine mirror was inset and framed in marble to allow more hidden storage. The vanity, crown molding and entry door are all painted Sherwin-Williams Rock Garden to keep the look cohesive and timeless. Finally, green crown molding encases a whimsical wall covering on the ceiling that resembles a childlike drawing. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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WINNER

PLATINUM WINNER 100-130 square feet

Chelsea Design Company Why the judges love it: This primary bath flows so well, and the designer showcased true craftsmanship and warmth. We love the zero-entry shower and the framing around the shower doorway.

Serving as “his” bathroom in the primary suite of a 1940s farmhouse, the 104-square-foot bath was to be masculine and timeless while adding the ease of aging in place. A Victoria & Albert freestanding tub greets you as you enter the space designed by Chelsea Design Company. The tub is surrounded by wood board-and-baton walls painted in a Sherwin-Williams Foggy Gray to bring out the gray and blue undertones of the marble, and sits on an African marble basketweave tile floor for slip resistance. Wood plantation shutters in a walnut finish increase privacy in the tub area while matching other walnut elements in the room. Considering the potential need for a wheelchair in the future, the designer chose a custom floating walnut vanity. An adjustable chain was added to a treasured Phoenix mirror and mounted from the ceiling in front of an inset mirror that spans from backsplash to molding to reflect natural light. To increase storage, two medicine mirrors flank each side of the Phoenix mirror. Staying within ADA guidelines, the zero-entry shower showcases a Calacatta marble-wrapped glass shower door that transitions down to the marble skirting surrounding the rest of the room. An overhead rain-head and hand shower in addition to a wall-mounted shower head allow for maximum water coverage in ease of rinsing off. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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WINNER

PLATINUM WINNER 136-250 square feet

ADJ Interiors Why the judges love it: This bathroom is stunning. We appreciate all of the detail in the mill work and ceiling. We love the designer’s choice for the shower tile.

The goal for designer ADJ Interiors was to create a bathroom as glam and stunning as the homeowner herself. The starting point for the design was the Carrara marble floor tile and coordinating mosaic that the designer used to wrap the inside and outside of the large shower. The custom vanities by Centorbi Cabinetry are topped with shaped Carrara marble countertops and backsplashes using moldings to accentuate the mirrors and ceiling details. Flush mount ceiling fixtures on either end of the long, narrow space complement the large crystal chandeliers in the dressing rooms off of the bathroom. Polished nickel is carried throughout the space, including in the show-stopping tub and crystal sconces as well as a powered Roman shade in a silver shimmery fabric installed by Fusion Media Systems, who also installed lighting control throughout the bath. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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PLATINUM WINNER More than 250 square feet

K Taylor Design Group LLC & Bower Leet Design Why the judges love it: This is such a creative space, and we love the use of the unique, organic wood. The lighter floors balance out the rich finishes.

The primary bath designed by K Taylor Design Group and Bower Leet Design is one of the signature rooms in this new, custom modern home. The layout was designed to provide two large vanities with towers, a large shower and a spa-inspired ambiance. Mid-century-modern-inspired matte glass tiles extend 10 feet in the shower and frame the freestanding tub. The shower is flanked by a cosmetics vanity and built-in bench. Custom matching vanities are made with quartered figured Mozambique natural wood. The illuminated mirrors are mounted above a small elevated platform behind the faucets and feature defrost. The platform allows for discreet outlets and additional storage. Each floating vanity has a heated towel rack, sconces and floor illumination. The elliptical lines of the shower tile are repeated in the shape of the tub and faucet handles. Luxury details include polished nickel fixtures, heated floors and hidden pocket shades. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Carmen Trousesser.

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GOLD WINNER Powder Room

Castle Design and Mitchell Wall Architecture and Design Why the judges love it: We love this fun and unique play on neutrals. The symmetry in this powder room is outstanding. The homeowners desired a powder room design that would “wow” guests and make them feel special. Castle Design layered neutral elements to keep with the understated color palette throughout the rest of the room. The “Drop System” sconces by Lindsay Adelman Studio add a bold statement and a little fun and whimsy. The dramatic gray and gold veins of the Neolith Calacatta Luxe Sintered stone material elevates the neutral-colored room and marries the finishes of the fixtures. An undermount white sink features a wall-mount faucet in brushed bronze. The aged brass and antique bronze mirror is the perfect mix of metals to complement the scheme, and the rounded edges offer curvilinearity to soften the space. The entire powder room is covered in a Phillip Jeffries Japanese paper weave giving warmth and texture. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

TIE GOLD WINNER Powder Room

Castle Design

Why the judges love it: The wall-mounted faucet is a unique touch in the powder room. We love the color combination in this tasteful, clean design.

Castle Design paid homage to the golden days of Hollywood in this glamorous powder room. A beautiful marble basketweave mosaic floor is complemented by black textured wall tiles and topped with a deco-inspired wallcovering. The elegant brass sink console is a centerpiece worthy of everyone’s attention. A striking brass floor length mirror reflects the dramatic space. The vanity mirror features a hand-forged metal frame finished in a lightly antiqued gold leaf. The scalloped edge design of the mirror is a focal point adding depth to the space. Brass accents, like the wall-mounted faucet, pair beautifully with the gold legs of the sink console. Visual Comfort sconces have a soft brass finish and clear textured glass putting the finishing touches on the sophisticated powder room. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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WINNER

GOLD WINNER Less than 100 square feet

Castle Design Why the judges love it: The designer nailed the look for a little girl’s bathroom, really thinking outside the box. The finishes make the space.

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The homeowners are tickled pink in this whimsical children’s bathroom. Castle Design set out to create a space that is both playful and chic relying on graphic patterns to infuse the small space with a big impact. The iconic Cole & Sons “Flamingoes” wallpaper steals the show. The cheerful pink print covers the walls while a scalloped brass mirror hangs over the soft pink vanity. Brass and acrylic hardware accent the space. A beautiful honed hexagon marble tile was installed on the floor to anchor the space and also is slip resistant. Soft white and gold sconces flank the oversized mirror creating a girly vignette. Timeless, feminine and stylish, this children’s bath will remain fresh and young for years to come. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

GOLD WINNER 100-130 square feet

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Dashing Design by Elizabeth Why the judges love it: The designer did a great job of rearranging the space. The wet room concept is thoughtfully done.

Dashing Design by Elizabeth solved a space issue for these homeowners by extending their primary bath into their oversized bedroom allowing needed square footage for their dream wet room, hidden toilet space and double-bowl vanity. The total square footage increased from 69 square feet to 130 square feet. A custom lockable barn door with herringbone slats complements the herringbone on the feature wall and shower base. The blue herringbone was the basis for the overall design as the homeowners love the color blue. Each tile was hand laid. A transom window was added in the wet room and an existing window between the vanity was altered to allow more light. Custom cabinetry includes a custom raised height to accommodate the homeowners’ taller stature and by using an all-drawer approach the designer was able to maximize storage. The wife’s center drawer is equipped with electrical and compartments for storing hair tools. Recessed medicine cabinets also add quick storage. The two-person shower and soaking tub set-up is the homeowners’ ultimate luxury. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Anne Matheis.

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GOLD WINNER 136-250 square feet

Accent on Cabinets & Jeffrey Homes Why the judges love it: This bath is so beautifully and tastefully done. We love the undermount tub with the decking surface.

The homeowner desired lots of natural light in a timeless design. Accent on Cabinets and Jeffrey Homes took on the challenge to make sure all the elements of a luxury bath were part of the design while keeping the size modest. A galley bath layout was chosen to give the homeowners their wish to have a large shower and a soaking tub separate from the vanity. Using the same wood floor in the bathroom but setting it in a herringbone fashion adds a classic and elegant detail. The wood floor is also water resistant making it a unique choice for the bathroom. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Megan Lorenz.

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TIE

GOLD WINNER

More than 250 square feet

JCR Design Group

Why the judges love it: What a flawless design! The inlaid tile detail is exquisite.

Glass block walls and an awkward floor plan were a few items that needed to be addressed in this primary bath remodel. Designer JCR Design Group worked to give the homeowners a more efficiently designed and aesthetically pleasing space with ample storage and a larger shower. Relocating the vanities and reconfiguring and enlarging the shower allowed space for a large water closet, linen closet and laundry room. The large, pale aqua-blue-painted double vanity with a center tower was designed as a focal point opposite the French entry doors. A new freestanding tub is positioned under the arch window and vaulted ceiling. Wainscoting was added to decorate the tub space. A dated and leaky stained glass window in the shower was replaced with a clear glass window for another source of natural light. The large Carrara marble floor tiles accentuate the inset hexagon bordered “rug”, which takes center stage in the room. The shower walls coordinate with the marble floor, while the shower floor features a spliced pebble stone mosaic in darker shades of gray. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Karen Palmer Photography.

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WINNER

TIE

GOLD WINNER

More than 250 square feet

Mitchell Wall Architecture and Design & Castle Design Why the judges love it: This bathroom really meets the client’s needs with a forward-thinking approach. The mix of wood and tile is beautifully done.

The homeowner originally wanted to have two separate bathrooms, but as the design came together Mitchell Wall Architecture and Castle Design used the 275 square feet of space for the two baths to become one. The challenge was creating a shared bath that also allowed separation between users. Back-to-back vanities gave the client the division they desired while using the space effectively. The vanities were stained to match the wood flooring. The homeowner also wanted a large steam shower, soaking tub and plenty of natural light. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources. Photography by Alise O’Brien Photography.

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No Place Like Home Thanks to a longtime friend’s creative design and supportive family, Chicago transplants put down roots in sleek Creve Coeur new build. By Kim Hill Photography by Miranda Kimberlin Interior Design Kevin Grace Builder Douglas Properties Architect Thomas Alan Group

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Furnishings and styling epitomize “our version of modern,” designer Kevin Grace says of the living room. A stucco fireplace sets the tone, with cozy boucle swivel chairs in cream adding texture and warmth to the leather sofa. The open staircase is crafted of wood and metal. Overhead, wood beams remind the homeowners of both a Cali-cool feel and Chicago city living.

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he impact of COVID-19 motivated many of us to reassess our priorities. For Julie, a young wife and mother living in Chicago diagnosed with cancer during the pandemic, family became even more important. Considering their young family’s needs during Julie’s illness and with no immediate family in Chicago, Julie and husband Chris decided to move to St. Louis where Julie’s dad and stepmother reside. The decision has turned out well for the family, which includes two young children. Their first home, located in Creve Coeur, wasn’t ideal, however. Although large, it lacked character. “Everything in that house was so spread out, we joked we could never find our little guy,” Julie laughs, referring to their son. “In Chicago we lived in a threebedroom condo downtown, so we were very close to each other in the physical space. We missed having that closeness.” To help add some personality to the home, the couple called upon a longtime friend, designer Kevin Grace, to “zhuzh it up.”

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A Chicago native, Kevin is now based in Los Angeles as the creative director for “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” where he helps create and design the look and feel of the Emmy Award-winning talk show. Kevin also maintains an active interior design firm and has created interiors for Clarkson’s personal home and other high-profile clients. Kevin first helped Julie and Chris with design for their cabin in Wisconsin years ago, so he knows their style. Kevin determined new furniture and window treatments would be the smartest use of budget for the St. Louis home. As the family waited for some items because of pandemic-related delays, Chris and Julie decided to build a new home. The new space would be smaller in footprint, allowing for the close proximity they yearned for, but incorporate the style of places they love—their Wisconsin cabin, Chicago’s energy and architecture, and the laid-back, Cali-cool vibe of the West Coast.

Designer Kevin Grace asked builder Doug Cohen to remove two walls originally flanking the stove so a stone wall could serve as the focal point for the kitchen. Kevin whitewashed the stone himself to tone it down and added open shelving. The rivets on the three metal pendants over the island reminded Kevin of the “L,” Chicago’s elevated train system, and provided a nod to the couple’s love of the Windy City. Counters are topped in Bianco Aspen quartz.

Top right: Built of hickory by Markus Cabinet, the wall of kitchen cabinetry is stained in a custom hue of caramel. The cabinetry hides not only the refrigerator, but a walk-in pantry concealed by narrow French doors. “This is one of the design features that really makes this home stand out,” says builder Doug Cohen, who plans to incorporate the ‘cabinetry as entrance’ to the pantry in future building projects. Kitchen table and living room: Contemporary Lulu and Georgia chairs pair with a modern table from Arhaus topped with stone. Wood beams warm the modern styling of the space.

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Douglas Properties already had a home under construction in Creve Coeur about a mile from the couple’s first house. The two-story floor plan, with all the family bedrooms on the second floor, had been designed for the home’s corner lot, says Douglas Properties owner Doug Cohen. In addition, Doug says his firm, which has been involved in acquisition, renovation and construction of luxury homes and condominiums for decades, believes the key to a successful floor plan is to have two main-floor living areas, such as a living room and a hearth room. “We feel a nice-sized hearth room is an integral part of our designs,” he explains. “Generally, that’s adjacent to the kitchen and has a 12-foot-high or vaulted ceiling, lots of windows and a fireplace that make the room very inviting.” The open floor plan, with kitchen, hearth room and living room flowing together, was appealing to the couple, Chris says. “When you walked in the front door of our condo in Chicago, you turned and you could see all the rooms, living, dining, kitchen all in one,” he says. “The openness of this house reminds me of our condo.” An Emmy winner himself, Kevin brought his bold creativity to the project, immediately suggesting removing two windows flanking the stove in the kitchen. “There was already so much natural light coming into the room that we could lose those windows and do a wall of whitewashed stone with some open shelving, which gives the space a California beach vibe,” explains Kevin. “That wall was our jumping off point.”

This page top: A low-profile leather sofa sets the living room’s vibe for accessories and rug in shades of black and white. Bottom: In the entry, designer and family friend Kevin Grace’s personal (and signature) hat hangs on the coat tree. “I style my hat in one photo shot at every one of my projects,” he says. “That’s my watermark.” A warm wood credenza from Crate & Barrel blends with the white oak flooring utilized throughout the main level. Opposite page top: The beautifully appointed home office is located off the front entry. The desk and chair were sourced from Californiabased retailer Lulu and Georgia, a favorite of Julie’s. Bottom: “We feel a nice-sized hearth room is an integral part of our designs,” says builder Doug Cohen, owner of Douglas Properties. A door to the right of the window treatments leads to a covered patio at the rear of the home.

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Left: “We aged it up a bit,” Kevin says of his vision for the daughter’s bedroom. She is nine years old and loves art. “We did this fun, graffitied chevron wallpaper that looks like dripping paint,” Kevin explains. On the opposite wall, just visible in the mirror, Kevin and mom Julie affixed hexagon-shaped felt wall tiles around the room in an ombre pattern of blue, the daughter’s favorite color. Beloved stuffed animals are kept safe and snug in oversized baskets tucked under the bed. Bottom: For a five-year-old boy who loves the woods, the son’s bedroom features bunk beds perfect for building forts. On an opposite wall (not pictured) Kevin commissioned artist Debbie Standley to handpaint a section of wall to look like wood.

He utilized the same stone for the hearth room’s fireplace but left it in its natural state rather than whitewashing it. “The warm tones of the furniture in this room give a country cottage feel,” says Kevin. For the living room fireplace, however, Kevin specified a Spanish-influenced fireplace design which he finished in a cream stucco. The same stucco treatment was used for a boxy overlay to the kitchen’s vent hood. One of the kitchen’s most unique features is the opening to the pantry. “It looks like a solid wall of cabinets, but French doors open into a walk-in pantry and it’s like a whole other little world inside there,” says Kevin. Doug notes that the door design makes the pantry almost disappear. “That’s a feature that really makes this home stand out,” he says. An avid cook, Chris appreciates the large island topped in Bianco Aspen quartz. “I love being in the kitchen,” he says. One of Julie’s must-haves for the new home was an ‘amazing’ primary bathroom. “I wanted something very bright, clean, almost like a spa feel to it,” she says. Several iterations of bleaching the wood cabinets resulted in a lovely ‘his-and-hers’ feel for the bathroom. “The bleached wood felt a little more masculine for Chris, but the beautiful sconces and the rounded mirrors lean a little more feminine,” says Kevin. The designer selected an octagon-shaped tile for the bathroom’s floor and carried it into the shower floor. Subway

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“We wanted to play off the beachy-type wood of the bed in the adjoining primary bedroom,” Kevin says of the decision to ‘bleach’ the cabinets crafted by Markus Cabinet. “I like to make spaces connect.” Julie specified a space for applying cosmetics: a trio of mirrors and ghost chair make her morning routine convenient. The Crate & Barrel floor mirror is the ‘big brother’ to the arched mirrors over the vanity.

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This page left: Masculine and feminine traits cohabitate beautifully in the primary bathroom. Bottom: The subway tile extends from the shower past the glass doors to the wall behind the freestanding tub. “There was something industrial about this tile, but it also felt clean and cool,” says Kevin. “It also has a green tone to it which connects to the primary bedroom.” He dislikes using too many different types of tile in bathrooms and tends to select a few well-chosen designs and extend them across spaces. “I like to simplify tile and let the beauty and glam come out in other ways,” Kevin explains. Opposite page: Kevin says the design of the primary bedroom started in the couple’s first St. Louis home. “The windows in that primary were offset, so we made a whole wall of drapery panels to hide it,” Kevin says. In thinking of the design for the new primary bedroom, Kevin utilized the same green velvet drapery panels hung traditionally. “You really see the lushness of the green velvet in this room,” he says, and explains the brass cabinetry and lighter wood tones of the new four-poster bed were “no brainers in beaching it up a little.” A sculpted rug adds additional warmth and texture.

tile clads the wall inside the glass shower and extends to the wall behind the soaking tub. “Sometimes there is too much going on in bathrooms as far as tile goes,” says Kevin. “I like to simplify tile and let the beauty and glam come out in other ways.” Now healthy, Julie glows with pride walking visitors and guests through the home she and her family have created, with help from Kevin, Doug and the many talented artisans contributing to the home’s design, construction and finishes. Chris also loves its quiet peacefulness. “Everything is so chaotic in life, and this is our retreat,” he says. “As much as I love Chicago, there’s something to be said for the peacefulness here. Instead of sirens and horns, you hear the birds chirping.” “We are setting roots down,” Julie notes. “We wrote our names on the beams before they put up the drywall, and each of the kids got to pick out things for their rooms. After everything we’ve been through, having a place we all love has been really therapeutic.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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A celebration of color and pattern, the living room seating area centers around a visually impactful striped area rug. Emerald hues selected for the kitchen island cabinetry and a pair of geometric ottomans in front of the fireplace speak to the homeowner’s love for the color green.

A St. Louis couple team up with designer Sara Weller to create an inviting kid-friendly home made for entertaining. By Jeanne de Lathouder Photography by Karen Palmer Interior Design Sara Weller Design Architect Killeen Studio Architects Builder Garcia Construction + ES Construction

erhaps best known for Ted Drewes in the summer and the holiday lights of Candy Cane Lane in the winter, the community of St. Louis Hills offers one of the city’s most charming and desirable neighborhoods. Dotted with an eclectic mix of gingerbread-style homes from the 1930s to the 1950s, the quaint town centers around the beauty of Francis Park, an especially appealing attraction for families with kids. After moving to the area in 2006, Emily and Patrick McGinnis bought one of the last undeveloped lots in the neighborhood in 2018 so they could put down roots and raise their three children here. “When we built the house, our intention was to have our home look like it had always been part of the neighborhood from the outside, but with more modern interiors,” says Emily. “Our community is so special—it is a bit of a throwback. Our kids walk to school, grab lunch and snacks at LeGrand's and play in the park.” Interestingly, there was a bit of intrigue behind the location of the McGinnis home, with many neighborhood rumors as to why the land had never been developed, most of which revolved around the idea that there was a cave or bedrock underneath. “The rumors even caused us to hire an engineering firm to dispel that nothing was there,” Patrick says, “but the real reason was that, up until 2005, the property was owned by the house next door.” STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM AUGUST 2023

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Opposite page: A pair of blue swivel chairs and a rainbow-colored footstool define a cozy seating area displaying scenic outdoor views. This page: Another ode to the color green, the foyer staircase sports a Roger Oats herringbone wool runner imported from London.

When the 5,200-square-foot build was complete, the couple enlisted interior designer Sara Weller, owner of Sara Weller Design, to begin working on the home’s four bedrooms, followed by the living room, a mudroom/laundry area and a basement that includes a family room, bar/game room, an office, a reading nook, a full bath, a home gym and storage space galore. “With three children in grade school, family is very much the center of this home,” says Sara. “So, I focused on identifying choices to establish a core design that would allow the homeowners to curate and add additional accessories and art over time that were meaningful to them as a family. As a result, the children’s artwork is embraced throughout the home alongside professional pieces.” The couple’s posh, hip personal style and love of color are reflected throughout the design. The designer and homeowners share an appreciation for bold prints and high-contrast colors—especially green—which led to a truly collaborative design process. “I love color, and working with Sara was so fun,” says Emily. “She got my passion for color and was able to integrate it into our home in an intentional way—playful and refined all at the same time.” With three kids, ages 14, 11 and 10—and an Aussie Doodle named Ginger—it was essential to create open spaces for people to hang out and a dining room to host big groups of friends and family. “When designing for an active family, the balance of form and function is always paramount,” says Sara. “Everything selected needed to withstand the demands of a young family but with a chic flair.”

In the foyer, a green Roger Oats herringbone wool runner imported from London creates an exciting first moment that welcomes you into the home and sets the tone for the design to come. “The statement is clear,” says Sara. “Color is at home here, and the conversation continues as you head into the living room, where a showpiece striped rug with a kaleidoscope of colors generates a major impact in the sitting area.” Building off this focal point, Sara’s space-planning strategy included a cozy conversation area with custom Chaddock loveseats upholstered in a chunky bouclé Pindler fabric accented with bright yellow Thibaut pillows. A whimsical pair of emerald geometric Fabricut ottomans at the fireplace complements the palette. “I love pattern and color,” says Emily. “I wanted a home with purposeful spaces that reflected who we are as a family— comfortable, fun, and welcoming. The rug in the living room was super fun to create in partnership with Sara.” Located on the main floor and off the covered deck, the connected mudroom and laundry area needed improved functionality and an upgraded personality that incorporated the spaces into the rest of the home. The mudroom was commonly used as the family’s primary entrance and required a landing space and additional refrigeration for the kids. The area also had to accommodate the family’s Aussie doodle, who needed a comfortable spot she could call her own. Emily, a life coach, wanted a dedicated office with an attractive backdrop for Zoom calls and virtual groups for her clients. STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM AUGUST 2023

With functionality requirements established, the form and personality came to life in many exciting ways. A new built-in dry bar featuring St. Louis-based True Refrigeration with matte black and gold accent drawer coolers brings stylish contrast to the locally made butcher block countertops, and a custom built-in doggie crate provides a conversation piece for the owners and a private den for the doodle. “Perhaps one of my favorite rooms in the entire house is Emily’s new workspace,” says Sara. “It brings a new spin on the adage that all work and no playful design makes for a boring home office. Harlequin wallpaper and a Nikki Chu area rug are gorgeous and powerfully feminine. Modern business demands a striking background for Zoom meetings—and this wallpaper delivers and establishes a clear visual tone.” Colors from the In the master bedroom, a dynamic Kelly Wearstler gold wall covering nods to Art Deco excess yet is counterbalanced with a folk art–inspired textured cotton chenille rug from Villa Nova. One of a pair of green table lamps lends a timeless curated feel. A dramatic royal blue velvet chaise takes advantage of park views and invites solitude for curling up with a book.

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A stunning floral wallpaper from Harlequin steals the show in the home office while providing an appealing background for Zoom Meetings. A black and white area rug from Nikki Chu grounds the space with its dramatic graphic design. STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM AUGUST 2023

wallpaper are echoed in the bookcase, custom chair and ottoman, and sheer draperies with polka dots invite plenty of natural light without sacrificing style. “One of my favorite things about my office is all of the personal touches—kids’ art, some family pictures, books that have had an impact, the rainbow basket my mom made,” Emily adds. “It is definitely a fun place to work!” The unfinished basement involved a complete transformation that now includes a reading nook under the stairs with full-size bunk beds that are backlit and have hidden bookcases tucked inside. “It’s a pretty magical place to hang out and the first thing you see as you come down the staircase,” says Sara. Mirroring the initiation to the home’s main level, the entrance into the basement family room welcomes the children and their friends and establishes a space that can work for both adult and teen entertaining. Warm, gray-stained concrete throughout creates a modern feel that is brightened by a multi-colored rug to cozy up the main seating area. A large-scale contemporary chandelier makes a statement above the seating area, and matching wooden grid walls were added behind the TV area and at the side of the bar to add dimension to the massive space. “We wanted to build a house our kids enjoyed spending time in and inviting their friends to,” says Patrick. “It was also important to create spaces that would bring us together but also allow everyone to have their own space when needed.” “I enjoy how our family’s personality is evident in our choices,” says Emily. “It took a team effort to get it right, and we are so happy with the result. You can usually find us having a movie night in the basement under our giant blanket or hosting family and friends spread out in all See stlouishomesmag.com the fun spaces throughout our home.” for resources and additional photos.

Clockwise from top: In the downstairs bathroom, green and white penny tile flooring and a dark-stained vanity with matte black accents complement a colorful artwork by local artist Samantha Clarke. A pair of built-in bunk beds tucked under the staircase make a magical reading nook for the kids. The backlit cubbyholes are dressed in a nature-inspired drapery fabric from Scion. The mudroom features convenient refrigeration for the kids’ favorite beverages and an adorable built-in dog crate for the family Aussie Doodle.

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Stylish and impactful, the basement bar’s deep green dimensional tile and matte black Cambria quartz countertop dance with a glossy gold and black paint-spatter backsplash. Gold plumbing fixtures echo the hues of a scotch collection displayed on floating shelves.

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FRIENDLY FOLIAGE Phyllis Weidman shares her love for hostas, their place in her backyard garden and how the famous foliage helped her foster friendships all across the country. By Lucyann Boston Photography by Kim Dillon

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hen Phyllis Weidman arrived in St. Louis 30 years ago from Columbus, Ohio, she brought along a house full of furniture and a number of small green friends. They had names like “Paul’s Glory” and “Edge of Night” and they were tucked in a U-Haul truck of special possessions she and her husband Jim drove to their new home in Kirkwood. The move to St. Louis came about when the St. Louis Art Museum hired Jim as its new development officer. And Jim, who loved hostas and gardening almost as much as Phyllis, was more than happy to have them on board. Phyllis began her fascination with what is probably America’s favorite foliage plant when she joined a garden club in Columbus. A woman named Nancy Gill also was a member of the club. Nancy, who raised hostas, had a large hosta with rounded blue-green leaves, named after her. She introduced Phyllis to another friend, Handy Hatfield, who it turns out had a medium-sized, lime green hosta edged in chartreuse named after him. Phyllis was hooked.

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The back yard of their new home, which covered a shady hillside, offered the perfect location to relocate their rooted friends. But it wasn’t easy. The rocky ground made digging a challenge. But rather than discarding the rocks they encountered, Phyllis and Jim saved them and incorporated them into garden beds. Little by little they claimed the ground and added retaining walls and pathway platforms where necessary. The couple also joined the St. Louis Hosta Society. “We got to know other people and see their gardens. You can go kind of crazy,” Phyllis says with a laugh. “You think, ‘Oh, I have to have that one’ and then you have to make the garden bigger. It can get out of control really quickly.” As Phyllis and Jim amassed their collection of approximately 300 hostas, they also developed long-term friendships. “We were both interested,” she explains. “We went places to see hostas and had couples from all over the country that we knew. I had a husband who would travel at the drop of a hat.” Phyllis has been a volunteer at the Missouri Botanical Garden for 26 years and was working in the Chinese Garden when the Garden’s hosta area began to undergo renovation. “They asked me to come down and take a

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One year, a plant will be big and glorious, and you will be amazed by it. look because I was a volunteer at the Garden already,” she recalls. She has been using her volunteer talents with the Garden’s hostas ever since. Jim Weidman passed away three years ago, and Phyllis has decided that her garden is at its maximum capacity. But her interest in the shade-loving plants that come in every hue and pattern of green imaginable and range in size from shrub to miniature is on-going. She is currently president of the St. Louis Hosta Society and vice-presidentmember services of the American Hosta Society. “They (hostas) are always surprising you,” she notes. “One year, a plant will be big and glorious, and you will be amazed by it. The next year, the earth changes and it is not so big and glorious. You coddle it along. It is intriguing to me. Learning about hostas and how they grow has become a vocation for me.” Her secret to successfully growing beautiful hostas? “Good soil and lots and lots of water,” she advises. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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Homeowners Casey Davison and Chris Jennewein wanted to use more of the space in their 1920s downtown Kirkwood home, while retaining the house’s historic charm. “In the old configuration we'd spend almost all our time in the family room/kitchen side of the house,” Chris explains. “By designating each half of the first floor to a single purpose, we felt we could make the home feel larger, and more comfortably host friends and family.” The couple began renting the home in 2014 and bought it in March 2019. When they decided to remodel, they hired designer Megan Temple to create and oversee the design. The project was completed in November 2022, Chris says. Before the remodel, the front of the house had been used as a dining room and office, Megan says. The redesign reimagined that area for relaxing and entertaining. From the front door, you enter a lounge, with a leather sofa and two leather chairs. Built-in storage and a window seat make it a combined sitting room and mudroom. A graceful ceiling arch that is original to the house separates the lounge from the living room. Versatile furniture that can be

easily moved allow the two rooms to serve as one when entertaining. At the back of the house, they removed a kitchen peninsula to open up the space, Megan says. They built kitchen cabinetry along the full back wall of the house. They also created a bar area, and transformed the former pantry into a coffee nook. A support pillar in the kitchen couldn’t be removed, so they integrated it into the design of a new kitchen island, Megan says. Reclaim Renew, of Kirkwood, wrapped the pillar in reclaimed wood. The island provides kitchen work space, and a place for people to stand during parties. They were able to use much of the original hardwood floors. “In the kitchen, part of the flooring is new, but in the rest of the house is the original hardwood that we sanded and refinished,” Megan says. They also kept the original stained glass windows in the living room. “They loved them, we loved them,” Megan says. “We were just keeping as much of the original details as possible.” A whimsical portrait of the couple’s cats on display in the bathroom was a one-year anniversary gift from

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Casey to Chris. The portrait makes them smile and goes well with the fun geometric design mural on the bathroom wall, Casey says. The homeowners are enjoying their remodeled home. “First, the function has improved dramatically,” Casey says. “We've already hosted large family dinners and cocktail parties with ease - something we would strain to pull off before. Second is the complete transformation the design gave to the feel of our home. Working with a designer and trusting the process paid off in a big way. We've never seen anything like it before and somehow it's everything we've ever wanted.” With a smile he adds, “Also, the coffee nook.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Locales like California and Florida harbor tropical climes nearly all year-round. But the Midwest of course has no such luck. Principal designer and creative director Marcia Moore of Marcia Moore Design was hired to transform a new St Louis build into a tropical paradise that reflects the vibes and feel of an island resort. The homeowner wanted a resort-style interior because when traveling before Covid, they always enjoyed staying at resorts. “We loved how 5-star resorts made us feel,” says the homeowner. “We thought it would be great if we could feel the resort experience every day without having to leave our home.” They had just built the house and were coming from a small apartment with very little furniture. “This was basically our starting point,” says Moore. Everything was white or beige, and one of the first things Moore wanted to do was amp up the color. She leaned tropical with vibrant hues and gentle allusions to the tropics. “They wanted more Caribbean or British West Indies as opposed to Polynesian or Hawaiian,” explains Moore. The couple also wanted to honor their African and Egyptian heritages with professional art by artists from those regions. “So, I found a wonderful Egyptian artist who created the pieces in the front entry, library and living room.” Although Moore had been asked to make homes feel like vacation getaways before, she’d never worked on anything quite like this. “Usually, a client might want a coastal theme—think seashells in glass jars and signs that read ‘This Way to the Beach.’” But Moore was up to the challenge of creating what the couple wanted, a resort with a high-end feel.

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The couple works from home full-time, so they wanted every day to feel like a day in paradise. Moore helped transform the formal living room into the wife’s office. There, the soft sage green accent wall with a triptych painting was created specifically as a backdrop for Zoom meetings. “The wall to the left of the desk is a painted whiteboard for sketching out ideas and concepts,” Moore says. She added in a divan, the perfect spot to lounge between Zoom calls. “It was important to keep this room feminine and soothing to alleviate the stress of a high-pressure job.” Across from the office is the library. Using custom Ikea cabinets, Moore was able to transform the formal dining room into a unique and colorful reading space. Another means of relaxation is a former walk-in closet. “Behind the door seen in the workout room is the meditation room,” Moore says. Perhaps the biggest change in this room was making it feel cozy. Moore added in vibrant green tile to one wall, so the space didn’t feel like a closet anymore. A fountain hangs on the wall with shelves made with live-edge wood. Here perch florals, crystals and succulents that boost a feeling of tranquility. “But to me the primary bedroom is the epitome of a resort,” Moore says. “The woven wallpaper looks like waves paired against misty sky.” Easy chairs sit nearby, and a giant pendant lamp hangs overhead, resembling a jellyfish or floppy beach umbrella. And then there’s the breakfast nook. “We added a tropical mural to one wall so now it feels like you are eating on a terrace overlooking the ocean.” “Your home is your safe haven,” says the homeowner. So why not make your home reflect how you want to feel? And so the home feels like the couple are living in the lap of resort-style luxury. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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By Key Residential. This contemporary shower features a completely curved design from the tile walls to the shower glass. Luxurious plumbing fixtures, bench seat and mosaic tile make this circular shower a design standout in this master suite. Photography by LAIR Architectural + Interior Photography.

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utilitarian or spare, and each element, fitting and finish is carefully designed for function and beauty. The wall tile is installed in a classic herringbone pattern in the client's favorite blue color, which inspired the designer to create the custom color for the custom vanity cabinet, which also included an extra tall toe kick in case anyone was in a wheelchair. Photography by Mark Verschelden.

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By Design Me by Mahlah. The theme for this La Selva Beach, California bathroom is Coastal Americana. The clients wanted a classic design that incorporated color, a coastal feel and a little whimsy. The designer maximized the tall sloped ceiling behind the freestanding bathtub with this gorgeous hexagon glass mosaic tile by Oceanside Tile. A simple sandblasted "wave" glass panel separates the wet area. Shiplap walls, satin bronze fixtures, a Hale Navy blue vanity and wood details add to the beachy feel. Photography by Devi Pride Photography.

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By Mercury Mosaics. The stunning shower wall features Moroccan Fish Scales in 1017E Sea Mist. The tile is a truly unique blue-green, jewel-toned glaze with a glossy finish and high variation, which gives the tile incredible depth and character. Every piece of tile is carefully crafted by hand in Minnesota by a team of skilled artisans.

By Fireclay Tile and designer Claire Thomas. The designer covered this bathroom's walls and floors in 2x6 tiles in Fireclay Tile's Evergreen, in a straight set pattern that pays homage to the home's mid-century roots. Pulling inspiration straight from the view out of the large bathroom windows, this rich shade of green mirrors nature outside while providing a striking complement to the copper soaking tub inside. Photography by Claire Thomas.

Photography by Tessa Sollway Photography.

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7930 Big Bend Blvd. Webster Groves, MO 63119 314-274-8717 www.bluedahliadesigns.net Come visit us at Blue Dahlia Designs for a home away from home atmosphere where you can shop our beautiful and eclectic assortment of home decor, furniture, florals and gifts. Blue Dahlia Designs is the perfect destination to shop for your home decor needs as well as thoughtful gifts for any occasion. Receive skilled guidance in-store from our expert and friendly designers, or by using our at-home Interior Design services. We're here to help you create the home you've been dreaming of!

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 are under one roof! As a lifestyle store, Mary Tuttle's carries a wonderful selection of 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 provides its customers a beautiful selection of bedding, toweling, bath accessories, home fragrances and sleepwear. Amelia's shows the same attention to detail, quality and taste as its sister store Mary Tuttle's.

636-386-5160 Manchester Plaza 14288 Manchester Road, Suite 1 Manchester, MO 63011

Donnelly Décor is the area’s newest home décor store and resource center for interior design. We offer a large assortment of gifts and jewelry too! Debbie Donnelly, the owner and interior designer, opened the store because of delayed delivery times as a result of the pandemic. Grab & go is Donnelly’s motto, everything off the floor is ready to take home! Donnelly Decor also gives shoppers the option to buy from more than 200 manufacturers without paying a design fee. A custom ordering room is available to help you get the exact custom look you desire. Debbie is a seasoned full-service interior designer and she and other experienced designers are there to guide you every step of the way. Our goal is to provide the public with the most unique, on-trend items for you and your home while offering a wide range of price points to fit all budgets!

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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 motherdaughter duo opened the store in 2003 and it has grown quickly over the years moving three times to larger spaces. Just over a 6 years 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!

118 N Kirkwood Road St. Louis, MO 63122 314-821-7881 www.rustedchandelier.com Rusted chandelier is an interior design shop for all your home interior needs from design service, custom florals and helping to accessorize your mantles and bookcases.

AIR CONDITIONING

WELSCH HEATING & COOLING CO. 2175 Welsch Industrial Ct. St. Louis, MO 63146 314-872-8070 / Fax 314-567-6349 bwelsch@welsch-heatcool.com www.welsch-heatcool.com Welsch Heating and Cooling Co. has received three National Contractor of the Year Awards. We are still family and locally owned and treat our customers and employees as if they are part of the Welsch family. Let us show you what true service can be. We ALWAYS answer the phone with a live person at 314-872-8070.

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WARSON WOODS GALLERY 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.

APPLIANCES

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

• 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.

11786 Westline Industrial Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 314-429-0972 www.authorizedstl.com St. Louis’ newest, and largest, appliance store is open to the public! Rather than building multiple small stores—each crammed with the same limited selection of products—we partnered with the world’s leading brands to build a single, world-class appliance store centrally located here in St. Louis. We showcase a vast selection of products from every major appliance category. Come see why Authorized Appliance is the Greater St. Louis Metro Area’s premier destination for refrigeration, cooking, ventilation, dishwashers, laundry & outdoor kitchens. Locally owned. Locally Managed. Since 1993.

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.

7412 Manchester Road St. Louis, MO 63143 www.bowerleetdesign.com Certified WBE Known for modern design in architecture and interiors, Bower Leet Design excels at innovation and the craft of building. We think good communication is paramount to good design. We enjoy interacting with our clients and coordinating their dreams to make them a reality. We love a good challenge whether it’s from the client’s program, the site or the budget.

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.

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, cuttingedge 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.

FORNEY + architecture, LLC 2200 West Port Plaza Drive, Suite 315 St Louis, MO 63146 314-640-4447 JANEANN@FORNEYPLUS.COM WWW.FORNEYPLUS.COM The Dream begins in the mind of the Client. The Vision takes form in the mind of the Architect. The Form strives for Beauty, Order, and Meaning Dream + Vision + Form = The Project Your Project, by FORNEY + architecture

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.

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Artist & Architectural Blacksmiths

FUMAGALLI & LAMPE, INC. 329 Oaklawn Drive, Washington, MO 63090 314-629-7784 lorif@flistudio.com / davel@flistudio.com A boutique architecture firm providing design innovations and high-caliber technical drawings for various project types. With a combined staff experience of over 100 years, spanning over 40 years, we have worked on a variety of urban and rural projects in a number of states. Our specialization is in the area of residential custom new home construction, addition and renovation, multi family, aging in place, assisted and skilled nursing facilities.

2900 S Brentwood Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63144 314.822.7006 www.sroteco.com Srote & Co Architects | Planners | Interiors is a full service architectural, structural engineering and interior design firm believing that a successful project is not only artistic and beautiful, but also functional, comfortable, sustainable and must be within the client’s stated construction budget. Specialties include Custom Home Design, Interior Design, Home Additions & Renovations, Project Planning, Commercial Design and Structural Engineering. Licensed in AZ, CO, IL, IN, KY, MI, MO, MS, NC, OH, TN, TX, and WI.

ARTISANS & BLACKSMITHS

Designing excellence with your ideas in mind.

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

info@schaubprojects.com 314-626-4555 SchaubProjects.com Schaub Projects Architecture+Design is a fullservice firm that offers a boutique experience to our clients. With over three decades of experience, our firm focuses on high-end design and takes on each project with a personal approach. We’re committed to exceeding client expectations and leading the project team throughout the entire process of creating your dream space. From providing creative, sustainable and functional design solutions in the planning phases to working with builders throughout construction, we act as the owner’s advocate to ensure the finished project matches the intended design. Learn more and connect with us today at SchaubProjects.com.

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1315 South Vandeventer Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110 314-535-2022/ Fax 314-535-2030 susanz@classicmetalcraft.com www.classicmetalcraft.com This family-owned business has been serving the St. Louis area for over 30 years. Visit their extensive website galleries showcasing ornamental iron railings, gates, balconies, fencing and many unique custom fabricated projects. For beautiful ironwork made by skilled local craftsmen, from simple handrails to forged stair railings in upscale homes, please call Classic Metal Craft for a free estimate and consultation.

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.

CABINETRY

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 Beck/Allen Cabinetry is an award-winning, BBB Accredited kitchen and bath design firm with showrooms in Chesterfield and Maryland Heights. We represent a carefully selected group of semi-custom and custom cabinet manufacturers and pride ourselves in longtime relationships with the region’s top home builders, designers and architects. A division of RSI Kitchen & Bath, we work with members of the trade and homeowners alike on remodels and renovations, large and small, as well as new construction projects.

Rock Hill, MO 63119, 636-720-0455 www.californiaclosets.com/st-louis We believe exceptional design transforms people’s lives. We see home as more than a place— it is a source of comfort and refuge, a space for connection and celebration. Everything we do at California Closets is rooted in our commitment to offer quality custom storage solutions that help people become better versions of themselves, with more time and space to focus on what matters most.

CABINETRY

11616 Page Service Drive St. 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.

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.

CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEMS

DOORS, WINDOWS & MILLWORK

BEAM OF ST. LOUIS 2505 Metro Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63043 314-567-1515 / 800-264-beam (2326) kmoeller@beamstl.com www.beamstl.com BEAM BUILT-IN VACUUMS. Setting the standard for the cleanest, healthiest homes, for 40 years! A BEAM is 3-5 times more powerful than ordinary vacuums. BEAM cleans deeper, faster, & more easily. It removes 100% of contacted dirt, dust, pollen, and even bacteria from your living space. A BEAM installs easily in ANY home. Old or new. Big or small. Adds value to your home! Exceptionally appointed homes all have one thing in common: A BEAM Built-In Vacuum. Call today for a free phone estimate. NEW! We now offer BEAM HEPA AIR FILTRATION SYSTEMS. The cleanest homes– can now be the HEALTHIEST homes. Reduce asthma & allergy symptoms without a prescription! Easily transform your existing HVAC system into a built-in, whole-house air filtration system. Removes 99.97% of particles down to .3 microns. Removes germs, bacteria, and even viruses. Every room. 24/7. Call today for a free phone estimate.

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!

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EXTERIOR PAINTING

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.

FIREPLACES 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.

825 S Lindbergh Blvd, Frontenac 15977 Manchester Road, Ellisville 13200 Corporate Exchange Drive, Bridgeton forshaws.com Forshaw is your go-to place for outdoor furniture, grills, heating, patio umbrellas, awnings, as well as for fireplaces and hearth products. We’ve been in business for 151 years, and we are known for high quality products at fair prices. Despite industry supply chain challenges, our stores in Frontenac and Ellisville are fully stocked and offer quick turnaround times. If you’d rather order online, our website has most of the same items on display in our stores with full checkout and scheduling capability. Our long tenure in the industry ensures you’ll be thrilled with your purchase of outdoor living, grills, and fireplace products for many years to come. STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM AUGUST 2023

FLOOR COVERINGS & AREA RUGS

1507 Woodson Road, St. Louis, MO 63114 314-730-3100 www.BoardwalkHardwood.com Boardwalk has great floors for every home and business—with better selection, better value, and the best service. In our 25th year, Boardwalk is your local, family-owned, qualityflooring provider! Four convenient showrooms to serve you in—West County, South County, St. Charles County, and check out our new store in Mid County. When you shop for new floors, consider our ratings on Google (more than 500, 5-star reviews!).

CLASSIC CARPET & FLOORING 598 North New Florissant Road, Florissant, MO 63031 314-831-1551 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 namebrand 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. Celebrating 40 years in business!

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FURNITURE

17377 Chesterfield Airport Road Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-537-9200 www.aminis.com Amini’s is the nation's largest retailer of indoor and outdoor home entertainment furniture and products. Best known for an amazing selection of patio and game room furniture, Amini’s also has a remarkable showroom and profound selection of decorative lighting. Our branded, Amini’s Advantage, provides every customer with a five star experience before, during, and after their buying process. Whether you shop online, or visit us in person, you’ll be impressed by our expansive product selection and unequivocal customer care.

GARAGE RENOVATIONS 825 S Lindbergh Blvd, Frontenac 15977 Manchester Road, Ellisville 13200 Corporate Exchange Drive, Bridgeton www.forshaws.com Forshaw is your go-to place for outdoor furniture, grills, heating, patio umbrellas, awnings, as well as for fireplaces and hearth products. We’ve been in business for 151 years, and we are known for high quality products at fair prices. Despite industry supply chain challenges, our stores in Frontenac and Ellisville are fully stocked and offer quick turnaround times. If you’d rather order online, our website has most of the same items on display in our stores with full checkout and scheduling capability. Our long tenure in the industry ensures you’ll be thrilled with your purchase of outdoor living, grills, and fireplace products for many years to come.

636-428-3838 garagezillastl.com

We install the best flooring and storage solutions for your garage and home. GARAGEZILLA is a St. Louis-based, garage interior contractor backed by over 55 years of industry experience. We specialize in several flooring systems including, polyaspartic and epoxy coatings as well as interlocking tile. We install durable and beautiful slat walls that are tailored to each customer’s wants and needs. Our cabinets and storage solutions are of superior quality featuring sturdy construction and enduring beauty. We can provide all the quality products you need to build your dream garage. All our projects are customized to match the look and feel of their surrounding environments while adding beauty, organization, and style. Garagezilla is the leader in cost-effective and innovative products for garage interiors in the St. Louis area. Whether you are looking for a simple garage makeover, an organized workshop, family storage, or a man cave, trust Garagezilla to help turn your vision into a reality!

HARD SURFACES

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.

HEATING

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 Co. has received three National Contractor of the Year Awards. We are still family and locally owned and treat our customers and employees as if they are part of the Welsch family. Let us show you what true service can be. We ALWAYS answer the phone with a live person at 314-872-8070.

HOME AUTOMATION

11612 Page Service Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 (314) 627-0346 info@walbrandt.com www.walbrandt.com Since 2010, Walbrandt Electric & Technology, has believed that craftsmanship is not only a measure of skill but an attitude that should be cultivated in every project we undertake. Our passion for delivering high-performance, custom home automation, integrated technology solutions and premiere full-service, luxury electrical services to our clients, is motivated by our commitment to mastery from the day a project begins to our ongoing dedicated support and award-winning service.

HOME BUILDING 1507 Woodson Road, St. Louis, MO 63114 314-806-2021 www.TilesOfDistinction.com Tiles of Distinction is a wholesale supplier of porcelain tile, natural stone, glass and mosaics. We work with architects, designers, specifiers and other industry professionals to specify our products in commercial, hospitality, and residential projects. We are distributors of Emil Group, including Emil America, Ergon, and Viva brand products. We also distribute specialty items from Villiglass, Marble Systems, Bati Orient, Original Style and many other quality manufacturers.

16141 Swingley Ridge Road Chesterfield, MO 63017 636-777-730 636-489-8384 Consort-homes.com Design that stands the test of time. When we say "forever home", we mean it. As the mosttrusted home builder in the St. Louis area, for more than five years, Consort Homes has been building and perfecting a Universal Design floor plan to fit any homeowners’ lifestyle. Universal Design is a unique process intended to increase a home's accessibility and comfort for any guest—regardless of age, ability or situation—with features like wider hallways, zero-entry garages and low-entry showers. All found in the place you call home. OUR BEST MAKES YOUR LIFE BETTER.

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.

636-489-4420 www.FandFHomes.com Fischer & Frichtel is a local, family-owned company that builds stunning homes and villas in masterplanned communities, intimate enclaves, and on private lots. Named Best Home Builder multiple times in St Louis and St. Charles Counties, Fischer & Frichtel was founded in 1945 and known for its legendary construction quality, on-staff carpentry team, outstanding customer service, and unique warranty program. Display homes are open daily from 11 am – 5 pm.

17415 N. Outer Forty Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-537-2000 osc@mcbridehomes.com www.mcbridehomes.com McBride Homes builds in 40+ communities in the metro St. Louis area and is the largest home builder in Missouri. With over 75 years of homebuilding experience, McBride’s mission is to provide a wide range of home styles and price points, while offering the best locations and value in the St. Louis area. McBride Homes has neighborhoods in every part of town including St. Louis County, St. Louis City, St. Charles County, Jefferson County and Franklin County. STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM AUGUST 2023

HOME BUILDING

4079 Bayless Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125 314-638-9255 www.rgross.com Since 1975, R.G. Ross Construction Company has maintained steady growth and is a premier general contractor in Missouri and Illinois. The key to our success is our reputation as a solid ethical organization. R.G. Ross Construction is committed to providing our clients with the best value and maintaining a corporate environment that attracts and keeps good employees. Whether the project is institutional, commercial, industrial, new construction, an addition, or renovation, we work with clients to provide the greatest possible value.

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1581 Fenpark Drive, Fenton, MO 63026 314-961-4300 Closetfactory.com Closet Factory has been designing and building closets, pantries, entertainment units and custom storage spaces to the satisfaction of our clients for over 20 years. Our customers have the option to explore our 12,000-square-foot showroom for inspiration or create their custom storage space from the comfort of their own home with one of our skillfully trained designers. We pride ourselves on our reputation to provide a space for our clients that meets both form and function.

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429 Main Street, O'Fallon, MO 63366 636-240-0930 builtbyschneider.com Schneider Building Group, where tradition is builtin, has been building and renovating homes in St. Louis since 1975. Quality craftsmanship combined with expert design and a love of luxury has led to a tradition of home building success. Our award-winning team will work with you from start to finish to build the home of your dreams! We pride ourselves on creating an honest and transparent building process for all. Our experienced craftsmen are focused on building homes that are meant to last.

314-270-9501 tegethofhomes.com Tegethoff Homes is a custom home builder specializing in one-of-a-kind new home construction and existing home remodels, renovations, and additions. We have our own specialty carpentry company, which allows us to keep projects on a tight schedule and provide our customers with some of the finest interior trim carpentry in the St. Louis area. Tegethoff Homes are not cookie cutter so our homeowners' ideas are essential to the way that we do business. If you can dream it, we can build it!

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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.

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.

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.

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937 Midland Blvd. St. Louis, MO, 63130 314-328-1923 www.candminteriors.com C&M Interiors is a St. Louis, Missouri based design studio led by principal designers Channing Krichevsky & Maria Hogrefe. The studio is known for a refined aesthetic specializing in luxury residential projects for private clients throughout the Midwest. Channing, Maria and their team work closely with clients, providing them with personal and thoughtfully arranged spaces. Interior architecture, bespoke furnishings and objects are considered through the team’s carefully trained eye and point-of-view in order to satisfy the client with buttoned-up solutions and a contemporar y take on sophisticated living.

16227 Westwoods Business Park, Ellisville, MO 63021 ellie@elliereddersinteriors.com elliereddersinteriors.com When you think of St. Louis luxury design and construction, you think of Ellie Redders. For over a decade, Ellie has earned a widespread reputation for her cutting edge process, virtual reality services, integrity in her partnerships and her inate ability to design elevated yet comfortable family spaces. Ellie has developed a highly organized process paired with the use of cutting-edge technology to support clients in visualizing their specific selections before making costly decisions. Clients consistently make note that Ellie and her team create a turn-key experience. Each space is c u rate d wit h t h o u ght f u l attention to detail based on a family's needs and wants.

COLUMBUS DESIGN MANAGEMENT 8001 Clayton Road, Suite B, St. Louis, MO 63117 314-721-0333 / Fax 314-725-0303 info@garrisonlimited.com We are a full-service residential and lightcommercial design firm. With over 20 years of design experience, we collaborate with experts in the fields of exterior, interior, project coordinating and architectural design services. Our design projects excel in meeting our clients’ needs and budget. Timeless sophistication is our focus, as well as budget-sensitive design for any age or lifestyle.

stlinteriordesigner@yahoo.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. St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles magazine Hall of Fame recipient.

310 • 435 • 3294 Peg Hammerschmidt peg@hammerandchmidt.com www.hammerandchmidt.com Peg Hammerschmidt of Hammer & Schmidt Design Inc. for more than three decades has brought a unique approach to her distinctive contemporary interiors from Los Angles to Dublin and as far as South Africa. Her clients are those who seek inspired design that is highly individualized and beautifully crafted. Far from a traditionalist she creates interiors that are a true expression of those who live in them. “I bring ideas to the table that inspire my clients to see their space in a way they haven’t before. If I can take a room or the whole home above and beyond their imagination I have succeeded.”

11622 Page Service Drive, Suite 103 St. Louis, MO 63146 314-706-2727 www.jcrdesigngroupstl.com JCR Design Group specializes in high-end custom interiors including new construction, renovations, and kitchen and bath design. The team, led by owner and principal designer Jennifer Rapp, works closely with homeowners, architects, builders and skilled craftspeople to create distinctive, timeless interiors. In addition, a focus on communication, quality, attention to detail and service has allowed JCR Design Group to continually exceed client expectations. Their designs have been recognized consistently over the years by ASID Missouri East Design Excellence Awards, At Home Magazine’s Architect and Designer Awards, and Best of Houzz.

JML Interior Design KDR Design Center 11622 Page Service Drive, suite 111 St. Louis, MO 63146 314-435-4233 jmlinteriors.net JML Interior Design, founded by Jeanne Lashmett in 2005, is an exceptional design firm based in St. Louis Missouri. Jeanne has been in the interior design industry for over 25 years and is a licensed designer along with being NCIDQ certified. Her ability and expertise have allowed her to create stunning interior design solutions from residential to commercial and more. She takes pride in her strong attention to detail and really listens to her clients to create exactly what they are looking for!

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joni@jonispear.com 314-614-9080 jonispear.com It is often said that we must look to the past to set a better course for the future, and no one embodies this more throughout her work than Joni Spear of the eponymously named — design house, Joni Spear Interior Design. Joni’s approach includes thoughtfully designed interiors that are stylish, yet never trendy because she balances the aesthetic with pieces and antiques from the past. Her accessible personality and infinite talent keeps clients raving and coming back for more.

Krista Howard, Allied ASID interiorsbykh@gmail.com khinteriorsstl.com 314-517-5502 KH Interiors, is an award winning design-remodel collaborative. We create interiors that are comfortably classic, rich and relaxed. Interiors that reflect your spirit and give you a place to call home. It begins with listening to our clients about their dreams of how they see themselves in their surroundings. We share how design can make their home flow more beautifully and give meaning to their space. Our team then gets to work instinctively to recreate the home they once knew into a haven that reflects their true essence. At KH Interiors, we ensure that every detail, every decision, and every moment is meaningful, intentional and gorgeous!

Lara & Company Interiors, LLC Lara Pennington, Allied ASID 314-926-0804 lara@laraandcompanyinteriors.com www.laraandcompanyinteriors.com With over a decade of experience in residential & commercial interior design, Lara brings a personalized and tailored approach to her clients in the St. Louis area. Her design process is not the traditional "one size fits all" approach and incorporates a genuine desire and passion to improve the lives of her clients by developing a space that truly reflects the vision of their home or business. Lara takes the time with her clients to understand who they are and what they need to help design spaces that leave a lasting and practical impact.

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 home design, window treatments, furnishings, kitchen and bath renovation, remodeling, new construction. 25 years+ experience in the design industry, where exceptional design and customer service go hand in hand.

2900 S Brentwood Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63144 314.822.7006 www.sroteco.com Srote & Co Architects | Planners | Interiors delivers award-winning luxury interior design expertise, catering to a variety of project scopes and requirements. Our interior design team works with homeowners, home builders and new home buyers to transform their interior environments into inviting, functional living spaces for day-to-day and specific lifestyles. We collaborate with architects and home builders to achieve harmony among living spaces in addition to leading individual or single room interior design projects from initiation through completion. Our interior design projects typically fall under three categories: Full-Service Design, Spec Home Selection, and Single Room Design.

Kristie H. Clinard Walnutlily.com 314-640-5051 Walnut Lily is an award-winning, full-service interior design firm specializing in high-end bath, kitchen and interior remodels. Founder & owner, Kristie H. Clinard is exceptionally clientcentric, ensuring a thoughtful and customized plan for her clients' vision, needs and lifestyles. From comprehensive interior renovations to simple updates, Kristie approaches each project with the highest standards and care as if it were her own home. Walnut Lily provides timeless and exquisite residential and light commercial designs in the Saint Louis area.

222 South Central Avenue, Suite 402 Clayton, MO 63105 314-974-7023 www.wolffinteriors.com Wolff Interiors specializes in residential projects from small-scale renovations to new build custom homes across the St. Louis area. We see every job through to completion ensuring no detail is overlooked. Every step of the design process from conceptualization to install is taken care of to make our client’s transition into their new space as smooth as possible. We balance practical design and originality to curate a timeless and collected look.

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www.yoursbydesign.net C.J. Knapp A.S.I.D has been creating spaces that reflect how you live for over 25 years. Her designs are functional, beautiful and unique. Services include new build selections, remodeling, kitchen and bathroom design, custom furniture, drapes and bedding, space planning and curated accessorizing for homes and businesses. Located at the Interior Design Center of St. Louis.

314-556-9811 info@youtopiadesigns.com www.youtopiadesigns.com Fueled by passion, Youtopia Designs is a fullservice, human-centered interior design firm that pioneers. We brought together smart, talented thinkers and unleashed their creativity on the world. We pride ourselves on our process, craft and attention to detail. We believe in the power of "What if?" by combining our expertise to help clients think beyond the ordinary. We're fully aware that we're rattling some cages but know the best work comes from it—and the people behind it.

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.

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.

www.alacartehomedesign.com 314-374-3379 Isn’t it time that you had a beautiful space that complements both your lifestyle and your home? We think so too! Throughout the St. Louis metro, A la Carte Home Design creates meaningful, well-thought out rooms combining the best design and materials for your budget. It’s our privilege to understand and interpret our client wishes through all kinds of projects: kitchens, baths, laundries, pantries, offices, mudrooms and more. If it’s where you live—we’ll make it amazing! Contact us now for a design consultation or to schedule an appointment in our Edwardsville showroom.

9808 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63124 314-993-6644 / Fax 314-993-5138 www.glenalspaughkitchens.com Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath has been dedicated to providing unsurpassed design, the best products in the industry, quality service and expert installation to exceed our customers’ expectations since 1951. Our designers excel at creating beautiful spaces that reflect your personal sense of style and accommodate your lifestyle. We can provide comprehensive service from design to installation, as well as work in collaboration with your contractor, builder, architect or interior designer. Our expertise is not limited to kitchens and baths, but extends to laundry rooms, offices, bars or any room involving custom cabinetry. Stop by our beautiful showroom in the heart of Ladue to discuss your next project and set up your complimentary in-home consultation.

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 the best customer experience! Anne Marie and her team have such a positive, enthusiastic approach, clients feel that anything is achievable. Our qualified design professionals are experienced in every aspect of the home. We are committed to listening closely to our clients so that each design is not only beautiful but also addresses the functional needs of each person who will be engaging the space. We represent a range of carefully selected manufacturers, so that we can comfortably recommend products and services that best suit your requirements and style. 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.

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633 Spirit of St. Louis Blvd. Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-519-1611 11585 Lackland Road St. Louis, MO 63146 314-677-6713 www.beckallencabinetry.com Beck/Allen Cabinetry is an award-winning, BBB Accredited kitchen and bath design firm with showrooms in Chesterfield and Maryland Heights. We represent a carefully selected group of semi-custom and custom cabinet manufacturers and pride ourselves in longtime relationships with the region’s top home builders, designers and architects. A division of RSI Kitchen & Bath, we work with members of the trade and homeowners alike on remodels and renovations, large and small, as well as new construction projects.

174 Clarkson Executive Park Ellisville, MO 63011 636-220-6445 www.denisedeen.com denise.deen@yahoo.com becka.detaileddesigns@gmail.com Detailed Designs by Denise specializes in complete kitchen, bath, laundry, and basement remodeling projects. Our personalized approach will guide you through the process of design, product selection, and project coordination, while keeping the process fun and exciting. At Detailed Designs by Denise, we work with various project sizes at a wide range of price points. No matter what, we strive to find solutions that fit your dreams while keeping your budget in mind. Big or small- each project reflects our high standards and desire for great quality and client satisfaction. Now, let's get creative!

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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 designs and products that reflect their living habits, personality, and style. Our process involves extensive interaction, collaborative efforts, and explores numerous variations, all to achieve the best version of your space. Our custom cabinetry is proudly made here in the St. Louis area. Along with our cabinet maker, we select and specify all the materials that go into our cabinets, giving us the flexibility to design without limitations. This allows us to deliver a broad spectrum of styles the cabinet industry has to offer.

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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.

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A REMODELING COMPANY 314-809-4057 danadunbar@lorrienhomes.com www.lorrienhomes.com "Creating beautiful spaces at affordable prices!" We take a unique approach to remodeling— we meet our construction timelines and we meet our budgets! You'll see the owner of the company on your job site every day managing the construction process, and you receive the benefit of the builder's wholesale pricing on all finish material. We are transparent in all aspects of the remodeling process—always focused on client satisfaction. Your project will benefit from our exquisite craftsmenship, experienced project management, exceptional client service, and a team of highly awarded architects and designers. We specialize in kitchens, lower level build-outs, wine cellars, theaters, and complete redesign/rebuilds.

MARC CHRISTIAN FINE CABINETRY 11616 Page Service Drive St. 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.

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, located in the Interior Design Center of St. Louis. Our 6,000 SF showroom displays the latest styles and finishes, working displays and accessories that will truly enhance your design. We offer products from top of the line manufacturers including Kallista, Kohler, Rohl, Hansgrohe, Robern, Moen, Delta and many more.

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Manchester, MO 63011, 636-230-6400 St. Peters, MO 63304, 636-926-2414 Rock Hill, MO 63119, 636-720-0451 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 yearround maintenance services. Call Chesterfield Valley Nursery or visit our Garden Center today and let us bring your landscape to life.

13801 Marine Avenue Maryland Heights, MO 63043 (Off Hwy 141 & 70) 314-469-8900 www.schmittelsnursery.com For 25 Years Schmittel's Nursery has strived to offer the highest quality of trees, shrubs, annuals, and perennials. We have expanded our knowledge as well as our business. New this year is our greenhouse with over 1,100 sqft of quality products such as pottery, seeds, bulbs, and indoor plants. As always we are available for any landscape and design projects. Come visit and enjoy the perks of nature.

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. At Sugar Creek Gardens, you’ll experience quality and expertise that’s as rare and unusual as some of their 2,500 + plant varieties. Discover exceptional perennials, Missouri native plants, roses, annuals, vines, ornamental grasses, vegetables, herbs and houseplants. Landscape design, installation and free garden consultations are also available. Online shopping for curbside pickup now available.

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17377 Chesterfield Airport Road Chesterfield, MO 63005 636-537-9200 / www.aminis.com Amini’s is the nation's largest retailer of indoor and outdoor home entertainment furniture and products. Best known for an amazing selection of patio and game room furniture, Amini’s also has a remarkable showroom and profound selection of decorative lighting. Our branded, Amini’s Advantage, provides every customer with a five star experience before, during, and after their buying process. Whether you shop online, or visit us in person, you’ll be impressed by our expansive product selection and unequivocal customer care.

METRO LIGHTING Brentwood Promenade, 314-963-8330 Chesterfield, MO 636-449-1900 O’Fallon, MO, 636-379-0032 Arnold, MO, 636-464-7070 Ballwin, MO, 636-256-3600 Cape Girardeau, MO, 573-339-0700 www.metrolightingcenters.com Locally owned lighting stores, serving St. Louis for over 50 years. The nationally-recognized lighting showrooms, staffed with certified lighting specialists, offer the latest in lighting technology and an unparalleled selection of lighting, lamps, furnishings, art, accessories and gifts.

SULLY’S LANDSCAPE LIGHTING, DESIGN & INSTALLATION 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.

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Pella Windows & Doors SHOWROOM: 17702 Chesterfield Airport Road Chesterfield, MO 63005 314-714-0100 www.pellastlouis.com Pella doesn’t just create windows and doors, we innovate with purpose, design with passion, build with integrity, and deliver with pride. From testing beyond industry requirements to continuous innovation, Pella goes beyond what meets the eye. Pella’s goal is to perfect every detail and make beautifully designed windows and doors. Pella St. Louis is locally owned and operated and is proud to have served the St. Louis region for over 30 years.

REMODELING CONTRACTORS

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.

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A Design & Build Firm Main Office: 435 East Clinton Avenue Kirkwood, MO 63122 By Appointment: 532 Trade Center Blvd Chesterfield, MO 63005 314-909-9050 www.AgapeConstruction.com Agape Construction specializes in beautiful remodels, additions, new home construction and smaller projects too! Call our award-winning Design and Build firm for a complimentary consultation!

5420 Delor Street Saint Louis, MO 63109 314-352-0507 www.AletoGroup.com There is a narrow space where artistry and architecture exist in harmony. This is where Aleto operates—where practicality and beauty meet, where creativity and tradition mesh, where imagination and materials combine into something greater than the sum of its parts. From a completely new home, to a reimagined room, to a single thoughtful detail, we understand that great things can happen when artistry meets architecture.

Hamtil Construction 314-442-6821 www.hamtilconstruction.com From design to completion, the remodeling professionals at Hamtil Construction are here to help our clients transform their lives by transforming their spaces. Over 15 years, we have built our reputation through our creative design and expert craftsmanship. Contact us for your next project!

314-324-1537 www.laddsuydam.com We're a small general contracting company that strives for open communication, technologybased 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 A third-generation family business, Liston Design Build makes it our mission to care for your family. With over 35 years under our belts, we provide innovative design and high-quality home remodeling services to the Greater St. Charles and St. Louis regions. Whether you want to renovate your kitchen and bath, or reimagine your entire home, you can rely on our award-winning local professionals to see your vision through to completion.

301 Sante Avenue St. Louis, Missouri 63122 314-822-0839 croeser@roeserconstruction.com www.roeserconstruction.com Roeser Home Remodeling is a design-build residential remodeling company. Our design-build process engages the homeowner, remodeler, design team, craftsmen and trade contractors to create a single shared vision for your project-one that is unique to you and your family, and will stand the test of time.

SECURITY & ALARMS

WESTCO SECURITY & TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS 215 Chesterfield Industrial Blvd Chesterfield, MO 63005-1201 636-519-0022 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

314-522-3394 (MO) 618-655-9510 (IL) sales@getoasis.com Oasis Pools is a family owned and operated company serving the St. Louis and Metro East areas. We are experts in outdoor living, working closely with customers to ensure their vision of an Oasis becomes a reality. Our goal is to provide each customer with a personalized approach during each phase of their project. We take pride in researching products, industry trends and collaborating with some of the most talented craftsmen throughout the world to create a truly custom space that is user-friendly and fits your specific needs, style and budget. Please visit our website at www.getoasis.com for additional information about our services.

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As designers, we constantly strive to incorporate various layers of texture into our designs. Texture is a crucial element that keeps the eyes engaged and moving throughout the space. However, adding texture can be a tricky task, as it can easily lead to a cluttered and overwhelming space. This is where textured tile comes in as a perfect solution. It adds a subtle yet impactful aspect to the space without the need for extra components. Textured tile may not be everyone's cup of tea, but it has become a trend turned classic that is here to stay. Savannah Sells / Interior Designer, Youtopia Designs I love textured and dimensional tile and I feel it is here to stay! It adds character to an otherwise flat wall. When used on an all-white wall or any solid color surface it bounces the light off of the irregular surfaces creating interest. It’s a classic! CJ Knapp, Yours by Design, ASID Tile is always evolving. New patterns and textures will always create a unique look. Tile itself is classic in most kitchens, baths and outdoor settings. Textured tile adds another layer when combining with flat or glazed tiles. It also is put to good use in outdoor settings, to prevent a surface from getting slippery, as the roughness will generate traction. Georgine O’Donnell, O’DESIGNS

It is timeless! The opportunities with textured tile are endless. It is a simple way to create a "personality" for your floors and walls without overwhelming the space or to easily enliven a neutral tile design. Using textured tile for a backsplash or wall adds visual interest to a room, and is a functional choice for floors as they are more durable and slip resistant, making them ideal for outdoor spaces and bathrooms. Julie Abner, Julie Abner Interiors

BOTH I would say both as it really depends on the tile. While textured dimensional tile creates excitement and visual interest in a room, it is a craze in that it will call attention to the time period it was installed. However, handmade textured tile like Zellige is a timeless material that adds an artisanal appeal that works in any style home and is therefore a true classic. Janice Bohn, Anne Marie Design Studio

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