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contents JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2021 /// The Kitchen Issue

DEPARTMENTS 6 PUBLISHER’S LETTER 10 FAB FINDS 14 TRENDS 18 ARTISAN–Tai Davis 20 INSIDER 60 DIRT 64 SHAWS VISION 66 BEFORE & AFTER 72 BEFORE & AFTER 76 BRIGHT IDEA 78 SPOTLIGHT 82 CONNECT 88 CLASSIC OR CRAZE

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CLEAN SLATE

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AN EVERYDAY RESORT

Designer Candice Wideman guides a young family in making a 1930s Ladue home their own.

The Patterson family enjoys their custom home as if it is their very own resort.

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KITCHENS OF THE YEAR

These nine killer kitchens are packed with originality and design details.

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COMPACT GARDEN OVERFLOWS WITH LOVE

Barb and Neil Finbloom’s Kirkwood garden reflects a perfect partnership.

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On the cover page 48 The striking blue hand-glazed backsplash tile was the inspiration for the rest of the design.

Photography by Alise O’Brien

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THIS SAYS IT ALL Kitchens A home is made of many rooms To rest, to sleep, to shower, To play, and read, and talk a lot, Do hobbies by the hour But the kitchen, ah, the kitchen Is a room that's made of dreams Of fantasies...created by A love of cooking schemes

Many memories are waiting to be made in this beautiful kitchen by Period Restoration located at 1926 Mason Road. This newly built home is currently seeking a forever family!

To touch, to smell, to visualize The wonders that occur...

And then to taste, and then to taste Results of things that were At one time just “ingredients,” In their places on the shelves But become a wondrous mixture As though transformed by elves Yes, a home is made of many rooms, Each one has its pleasures But the kitchen is the best of all For finding hidden treasures —Author: unknown Congratulations to the 2021 Kitchens of the Year winners (pages 41-55)!

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1. “Tea for One” set, by Juliska, available at Mary Tuttle’s Floral & Gifts.

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2. Vintage white ironstone pieces, coffee pot and tea caddy in moss rose print, by Alfred Meakin, available at The White Rabbit.

3. Bell 26-ounce ceramic tea pot, available at Teatopia.

4. Lyra glass 37-ounce teapot, available at The London Tea Room.

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Tea Forté teas and cups, available at Mary Tuttle's Forals & Gifts.

BREW BOLDLY Whether you're a tea lover or coffee fantatic, strive every day to make your drink of choice a bit bolder with these inventive brewing necessities.

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Assorted animal tea infusers, available at Sur La Table.

FROM THE EXPERTS: This is a general guideline for tea steeping temperatures and times. Some teas will differ. For example, we recommend steeping Darjeeling tea at 195 degrees for three minutes as we find it can scald the leaves, causing bitterness. Green teas vary greatly but in general the below steeping times and temperatures give a you a good baseline.

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Black tea at 205° – 212°F (rolling boil) Steep: 4 minutes Green tea (China) at 160° – 170°F Steep: 2 minutes Green tea (Japan) at 140° – 150°F Steep: 1 minutes Oolong tea at 185° – 195°F Steep: 3 minutes White tea at 195° °F Steep: 4 minutes

Fellow Stag pourover kettle, available at Sur La Table.

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Signature stainless-steel coffee capsule espresso machine, available at Williams-Sonoma.

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Joshua stoneware creamer, available at Pottery Barn.

YETI couple’s mug set, available at Williams-Sonoma.

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Airstream enamel tumbler, available at Pottery Barn.

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LEGENDARY KITCHENS START WITH LEGENDARY APPLIANCES

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2. 7 ft by 9 ft custom crafted Tumbled Aux Vases stone hood fitted with wide arched legs, by Lorrien Homes.

3. Custom pattern design matched to Sherwin-Williams Anchors Aweigh featuring a brass lower band formed and hand brushed to a satin finish,

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4. Custom hood with polished brass accents around a Zephyr wood sculpted surround by Plato Woodwork, by Kathy Israel, Accent on Cabinets.

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6. Modern-Aire 42� hood with a brushed stainless steel canopy and polished stainless steel lip, band and rivets, by Anne Marie Design Studio.

7. Custom hood with non-directional and polished stainless steel for a subtle metallic contrast, by Debbie Jacobs, Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath.

8. Hickory wood hood in a morel finish, by Signature Kitchen & Bath.

9. Two-toned hood in Colonial white paint and stained walnut with curved sides, by Chris Paul, Alspaugh.

6. Photography by Nicole Miget Photography. 7. Photography by Anne Matheis. 8. Photography courtesy of Dura Supreme Cabinetry. 9. Photograph

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PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES

ARTIST

Artist Tai Davis uses his creative mind to transform common ingredients into dazzling desserts.

By Moe Godat

Portrait photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton

Can food be considered art? For artist Tai Davis of Alchemy Bakery, that answer is a resounding yes. “Food is very personal, and for me so is my baking,” he says. “Most of the items I have created have flavor combinations that you don’t see often. Because most of the orders that I get are all customized per client, I don’t make the same things twice unless they are on my regular menu. Because of this autonomy, I am always creating something new, forcing me to constantly be evolving as a chef and artist.”

Tai has always felt an affinity for the arts, beginning at a young age with drawing animals from nature books and watching art shows on PBS. At age 11, his love for artistic endeavors widened to include classical music,

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for which he eventually gained a degree in music performance playing the cello. It wasn’t until after school that he was introduced to the culinary world and learned that food is a medium that he loves working with.

“I started to research and study books and videos from some of the best chefs in the world,” Tai says. “After I saw some of the pastries coming out of Japan and France, I became enthralled and a little obsessed. Aesthetically they were incredible, and conceptually complex. Once I started creating these types of desserts, I knew I had finally found my niche.”

Baking was especially interesting to this young St. Louisian because of its close ties with transformation. He takes simple items

like flours, sugars, butter, eggs, etcetera, and changes them into unique works of art in the form of cakes or macarons that push the boundaries of baking. “I take these transformations a step farther with my decorating techniques and make cakes or pastries that look like they should not be real,” he notes.

His other-worldy transformations influenced his choice of name for his company, Alchemy Bakery. “I derived the name Alchemy Bakery from my fondness of alchemy and the idea of transforming one thing into something else.”

He gathers his inspiration from nostalgia, nature, books and artists that he admires. Based on his clients’ requests, he then takes these inspirations and creates a unique product with their desired flavor profiles, textures and color schemes. To make these masterpieces, Tai utilizes different tools such as molds, butane torches and his trusty airbrush gun. These elements come together to form a cohesive and pleasing custom dessert.

Tai believes that baking has become more popular over the course of the pandemic because the pace of life has slowed down immensely, giving people the time and ability to try out new recipes and create desserts that work for them. “The best advice I would give to

those interested in baking would be to not fear failure.

Find a mentor and read and learn as much as possible!”

To learn more about Tai and his work, visit his website at tai-davis.com or follow him on Instagram @iofthetyler.

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INSIDER

SIGNATURE STYLE

Edited by Moe Godat Portrait Photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton

Photography by Rod Patershuk

Co-manager and owner of The Kemp Homes Company “Signature Homes� division, Bill Kemp gives us an insight on what it takes to build a beautiful custom home.

Keep it Consistent Regardless of the style home, maintaining some degree of architectural constancy between the interior and exterior is important to me. Interior details like beam ceilings, wood flooring, and fireplace masonry are often used to complement the exterior finishes of a Kemp Signature Home. Gas lanterns are one of my personal favorites and provide a great look to any home and can be used in a variety of home styles.

Focus on the Details Interior details such as millwork, cabinets, light fixtures, appliances, countertops, flooring, etc., are all important and must be chosen collectively and not exclusively to one another.

I try to maximize the focal points of the home that attract the most attention like the entry foyer, kitchen, dining room, study and master suite. Millwork appointments such as wainscot paneling, shiplap and beamed ceilings add a lot of appeal.

Creating a Custom Kitchen I think a harmony of functionality and design plays the ultimate role in a kitchen. However, much of that is subject to our clients' preference, which usually influences the design and appliances that are selected to suit their unique tastes. For me, a top-of-the-line kitchen includes large spaces for entertaining, plentiful cabinet space and performance appliances like a gas range and double oven. Additionally, accessibility and integration to outdoor living spaces also play an important role in the design of the kitchen spaces.

Expect the Unexpected Each project has its own unique set of challenges and problems that arise. Building a custom home is not a science, but rather a process.

No matter how well a project is planned, there will always be something that comes up unexpectedly. I cannot think of one instance where we did not overcome a challenge presented to us, and I attribute that to the experience of our team and the relationships we have with our subcontractors and trade partners.

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Can't Live Without It! My number one must-have in a custom home is a steam shower, followed by a spacious outdoor living area with a fireplace and outdoor kitchen.

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The floral wallpaper above the fireplace on the opposite wall inspired the selection of artwork featuring a floral motif. The bold giclĂŠe print

by Jackie Von Tobel hangs behind mulberry chairs – one of several pops of color throughout the home.

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CLEAN SLATE Designer Candice Wideman guides a young family in making a 1930s Ladue home their own.

By Kim Hill

Photography Anne Matheis

Builder H & H Remodeling

Interior Design Youtopia Designs

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Dining room: Metallic hues and texture from elements such as the Crystorama chandelier add layers of interest to the neutral color palette in the dining room.

“It’s a hand-painted metal finish with natural textured capiz shells,” says Wideman. Norma O’Bryan of Discount Draperies created the custom window treatments. “Draperies just bring a room together,” says Wideman.

D oug McLaren and Brandi Williams were looking for a centrally located home with sizeable outdoor space to begin their lives as a married couple. After looking at several homes, they found a 2-story brick home in Ladue close to major interstates. Completed in 1939, previous owners had retained much of the home’s character including an exposed limestone basement, handsome millwork and original wood flooring.

The couple also appreciated the home’s updates including new plumbing, windows, HVAC and foundation work. While it lacked the true open concept of today’s new homes, the rooms flowed easily from one to another. Large windows filled the space with natural light. “It had good bones,” says McLaren. “We could see we could build on the home’s character and what had already been done to create our own space.”

To help guide them, the couple turned to interior designer Candice Wideman, owner of Youtopia Designs, LLC. A former neighbor of McLaren’s referred Wideman to the couple.

“Doug had a condo in the Central West End, and Brandi had a home, so there was a lot of mismatched furniture when they came together,” Wideman recalls. “We started with a clean slate, both with furnishings and with their goal of making this house in Ladue something that reflected them.”

Williams agrees. “I would say our style is clean, classic, with an edge of personality,” she says. Neutral walls and white cabinetry in the kitchen provide the perfect canvas for pops of color, but Williams feels the overall effect of this home is “a little more mature.” In her previous home, “I had a room with purple walls,” she says.

“This is a little more modern, but still reflects our personalities.”

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New white cabinets and a white quartz countertop visually enlarge the smallish kitchen. Homeowner Brandi Williams says the backsplash—a glass and marble mosaic tile—is one of her favorite elements in the home. The round table “scoots up to the built-in bench and doesn’t impede circulation in the room,” says interior designer Wideman. The Regina Andrew chandelier over the table adds a whimsical, modern touch. During renovations the original hardwood floors were refinished in a darker stain.

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Every room received Wideman’s professional touch, but one of the most extensive renovations occurred in the kitchen. White cabinets and a white quartz countertop visually enlarge the smallish kitchen. Wideman painted the island black for visual interest, but the "wow" factor comes from the backsplash. A glass and marble mosaic tile from Soci in muted shades of aqua and sea green extends from the countertop to the ceiling. Nearly two years after renovations were completed, “I am still crazy about how this tile came together for the backsplash,” says Williams. “It’s one of the examples where I think Candice really knocked it out of the park.”

To maximize space in the kitchen, Wideman added a built-in bench and a round table for casual meals for the family, which now includes two-year-old daughter Saylor.

“Even though this corner is a small area, I wanted a statement piece over the table,” says Wideman, who chose a Regina Andrew chandelier from the “Bubbles”’ collection for a whimsical, modern touch.

Both Williams and McLaren say they spend a lot of time in the living room enjoying the fireplace on winter evenings.

They say Wideman proposed pieces they would never would have considered such as the custom ottoman and bold mulberry chairs. Over the fireplace mantel Wideman chose a floral wallpaper that inspired the selection of a giclée print by Jackie Von Tobel hung on the opposite wall.

Custom pillows and draperies by Norma O’Bryan of Discount Draperies add the finishing touches. “They just bring a room together,” says Wideman.

O’Bryan used three different fabrics for the living room’s custom drapes. “Candice had selected a fun color for the chairs and the ottoman, so we did a contrast band in that same shade to pull all the colors together,” says O’Bryan.

“We also did a neat little cornice over the window between the bookshelves for something different.”

Just off the living room is a sunroom which is a family favorite in summer. Wideman says the couple wanted the space, which overlooks the backyard, to be a multifunctional room—good for entertaining, watching TV as a family, and working from home. Mindful of the room’s long, narrow footprint, Wideman placed small, round concrete tables in front of the sofa. A pub-height concrete table has done

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Living room: Wideman selected a wallpaper to highlight the slightly protruding wall above the fireplace; this wallpaper drove the color palette of teal, cranberry and purple for the living room accents. The custom drapes by Norma O’Bryan feature three different fabrics and include a band of color coordinated with the bold chairs and custom ottoman

by CR Laine in “Kuba Raspberry.” The “art” above the fireplace is actually the family’s TV which came preloaded with works of art. Opposite page, sunroom: A family favorite in the summer, the sunroom’s furnishings serve multiple functions—entertainment space, TV room, and work-from-home space, thanks to the concrete pub-height table. Small, round concrete tables don’t impede circulation in the long, narrow space and can’t be accidentally knocked over.

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Interior designer Candice Wideman kept the owners' bedroom color palette and furnishings peaceful and serene. “The way the ceiling slopes and the wall juts out limits the amount of furniture you can do, which was unnecessary anyway because of the large master closet nearby,” says Wideman. Upholstered bed is from Ethan Allen. Owners bath opposite page, top: The bath’s sink area is somewhat open to the adjoining owners bedroom, so color and material choices needed to coordinate.

Wideman brought the "wow" by mimicking the curve of the mirror with a semi-circle of tile. “It adds some neat interest to the space,” says Wideman.

double-duty during the pandemic as one of the stations for Doug or Brandi to work from home. The concrete tables have acrylic seals to prevent staining.

One of the many benefits of working with an interior designer is trusting the professional to present ideas for creative, innovative ways to bring a homeowner’s vision to fruition. Williams says the light fixtures throughout the home — many obtained through Wilson Lighting — are such an example. “I would never have found these on my own or even thought to look very hard for them,” says Williams.

Another area where Wideman’s creativity “knocked it out of the park” for Williams is the master bath. Wideman says the master bath’s sink area is somewhat open to the master bedroom. “Whatever we did in the master bath needed to coordinate with the master bedroom because of the openness,” says Wideman. A serene, neutral color palette flows through both rooms, but Wideman brought the "wow" by designing a half-circle of tile to surround a round mirror with a contemporary, beveled edge. “I thought it would be cool to mimic the curve of the mirror with tile to add some interest to the space,” says Wideman. “I had to get the mirror first and create some detailed drawings with the exact arc, length and radius for the tile installers,” Williams says the master bath tilework, including the shower, is “spot on. One of my favorites.”

When they first viewed the home, McLaren and Williams visualized what the home could be. “It wasn’t exactly what we wanted, but it had the potential for us to be able to make it our own,” says McLaren. “And we did that. We are super busy,” he adds. “It’s so nice to come home and feel that the house isn’t too fussy, but it looks really good and it just feels good, too.

Candice helped us give it that kind of style that we have really enjoyed.”

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Guest bedroom: Designer Candice Wideman selected a wallpaper with metallic accents which picks up the colors in the bedding. Nursery: Homeowner Brandi Williams “had a lot of her hand in this room. It was her first baby, and you want to do it yourself,” says Wideman. Williams found the wallpaper mural which influenced the design decisions. “We wanted something soft and pretty with little pops of pink that a little girl can grow into that space,” says Norma O’Bryan of Discount Draperies.

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Architect RiverFront Design & Sales, LLC ¡ Builder M. Simeone Contracting, Rader Construction ¡ Interior Designer K Taylor Design Group

Complete with two ovens, two dishwashers, a microwave and warming drawer, this kitchen was built to entertain.

To promote togetherness, the homeowners opted to add in a doggie crawl space beneath the island so their pets can lounge nearby without being underfoot. Rounded island top in Roma quartzite from SS Stone & Design.

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An Everyday

RESORT The Patterson family enjoys their custom home as if it is their very own resort.

By Moe Godat · Photography Megan Lorenz

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he Pattersons loved living in Hillsboro for its scenic views and tight-knit community feel.

However, as their daughters got nearer to driving age, they knew they needed to find a new location to live within their favorite town limits. “We’ve lived in Hillsboro for 25 years,” says wife Mary Patterson. “And we loved our home in Southside Lake development, but as our daughters grew older, we knew we wanted to move closer to town and their nearby highschool.”

This search for a new home in Hillsboro led them to a 5-acre lot in 2011. Though skeptical at first about limited views, the husband, Rich Patterson, came around when his wife

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Opposite: The custom woodworking on the ceiling, beams by Missouri River Timber Co., walls and floors are a striking theme that continues throughout the home.

This page top: The stained glass accents by Classic Glass found in several places throughout the home further the home's cozy atmosphere. Custom doors made by Scobis Company. Faux beams and woodworking on the walls add a grandness to the sultry entryway.

Bottom: As the main living space, the Pattersons wanted the great room to be a place where they could relax and watch movies as a family. A 30-foot stone fireplace with a custom mantle makes a statement on the room’s back wall.

began focusing on the new home’s potential layout and landscaping. “We wanted to wait until we had enough money saved up to build exactly what we wanted,” says Rich. “Once we knew we had enough, we took six months just to visualize our home’s layout with simple boxes.”

Working alongside architect Louis R. Bielicke of RiverFront Design & Sales, LLC, the Pattersons devised a home layout with distinct living areas following the well-loved Colorado Modern style. They knew they wanted the home to have music and technology throughout, and they generally knew their preferred style, but it wasn’t until they met interior designer Kim Taylor-West of K Taylor Design Group that their home’s design really started to come together.

“We knew what we liked and what we didn’t, but we didn’t know what the style was called or what many of our options were,” says Mary. “The key turning point of our project was when Kim realized exactly what we wanted. It was all a smooth ride after that.”

“They loved working with local artisans for truly custom work,” comments Kim Taylor-West. “They also gravitated toward wood, stone and metal accents, which made their style a great mix of craftsman and arts

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and crafts.” Noting that the homeowners wanted their space to feel like a resort built for entertaining, Kim got to work identifying the perfect materials to make their staycation dream come to life.

The great room combines custom craftsmanship with special attention to lighting and ambience. The faux beams were the room’s main focus and key to the home’s architectural style; the timbers were chosen from Missouri River Timber Co. and distressed perfectly to the homeowners’ specifications. Remote-controlled LED strip lights were added to the topside of the beams to give the room an adjustable glow at night.

Handscraped 7-inch hickory plank floors by Historic Floors run throughout the main level, giving each room a relaxed and cozy touch. A 30-foot stone fireplace with a custom mantel makes a statement on the room’s back wall. Around the room are wood details on the walls, which Kim Taylor-West designed with the homeowners.

“We wanted the walls to have their own personality without competing with the all-important beams and stained glass,” she notes.

As the main living space, the Pattersons wanted the great room to be a place where they could relax and watch movies as a family. The couch is a dusted cinnamon sofa by Century. With two motorized recliners and two swivel chairs, the room’s seating provides plenty of lounging space.

Both husband and wife love to cook and entertain, so the kitchen’s design was very important to them.

The custom cabinets, built by Callier & Thompson, are stained cherry while the large island and coffee bar are painted a steely blue to add contrast and interest.

The rounded island top in blue Roma quartzite from SS Stone & Design makes the perfect seating area for the family of four and features a doggie den beneath so the family’s three pets (Ellie, Lexi and Piper) can be close to their owners without being directly underfoot.

Above the island are more faux beams to match the great room and custom pendant lights made by Wilson Lighting.

“Once in another house, I saw a kitchen that had two dishwashers, and I thought that was such a great idea!” comments Mary. “Because we do love entertaining so much, we knew we wanted to incorporate that idea into our space.” The kitchen’s two Bausch dishwashers, two Wolff ovens, Wolff range, warming drawer and microwave allow for easy party prep and clean-up.

The space’s design is rounded off by a custom table by Adam Walters and a custom stained-glass door made by The Scobis Company in conjunction with Classic Glass.

Mary didn’t want to abandon her previously used and well-loved dining room furniture set, so Kim Taylor-West had the chairs reupholstered with a power fabric by Kavet which matches the colors found in the Tufenkian area rug. The signature “dusted olive” color in the room is repeated in the basketweave grasscloth wallpaper and complemented by a custom chandelier made by Old California.

Opposite: Kim Taylor-West incorporated the homeowners' arts and crafts California style into the dining room through a custom, Asain-inspired chandelier and statement rug.

The large windows let in ample light and provide an impeccable view for diners.

Above: Referred to as the formal powder room, this main level guest bath uses a mixture of dark stained paneled woodwork installed by Rader Construction, wallpaper by Morris & Co. and Waterworks fixtures to make this small space a statement room.

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The owners wanted their bedroom to be clean and clutter-free and for it to showcase the wife’s favorite piece of furniture, her armoire. To achieve this look, the design team opted for large his-and-hers closets to eliminate the need for dressers. Behind the bed laden with custom pillows from FabricWorks and a smoky gray leather headboard is a hickory accent wall set in a pattern of different stains. The husband and wife can walk from their bedroom to the luxurious back deck area, overlooking their outdoor space designed by Poynter Landscaping and Jeff Day Architecture, LLC. For the bathroom design, communication was key.

“I like talking to my wife,” Rich laughs. “It was a strange space, and other designers kept laying out the room with our vanities far away from each other. Kim found a layout that kept our personal spaces closer together.”

Perhaps the most striking element of the owners' bathroom is the shower. Within is a large, unbroken slab of quartzite sourced from Global Granite and installed by the skilled and capable hands of SS Stone & Design.

Opposite: With walk-out access to the luxurious back deck and outdoor space, the primary suite houses a sense of clean and cozy simplicity. Adding in large closet areas eliminated the need for bulky dressers.

Bathroom: Installed by SS Stone & Design and sourced through Global Granite, the unbroken slab of quartzite was, in the homeowners' opinion, the trickest part of the entire project, but the stunning finished product paid off.

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“The quartzite installation was definitely the trickiest part of the home’s design, but it turned out stunningly and really paid off,” Kim says.

Both avid wine lovers, the Pattersons knew they wanted a personalized wine cellar for their vast collection. Working with Taylor-West and Lamp Wine Cellars, they created a fully refrigerated space that could hold hundreds of bottles in a temperature controlled environment.

“They drew inspiration from French wine cellars, and we designed the space to look like a dungeon or cave,” Kim comments. They implemented this look through the use of stone throughout the room and barrel vaulted staircase; located in a sub-basement 20 feet farther into the ground made achieving the dungeonesque atmosphere that much simpler. The entrance to the cellar is guarded by a custom dungeon door made by The Scobis Company and Classic Glass.

“I had no idea that a home could be this amazing,” says Mary. “I always wanted my new home to feel like a resort, and every day feels like vacation. Kim is passionate, professional and truly good at what she does. Because of her work and the work of the architects and builders, this home truly exceeds our expectations.”

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KITCHENS These nine killer kitchens are packed with originality and design details.

Edited by Melissa Mauzy

Meet our esteemed panel of William D. Cover, AIA. Owner of William D. Cover, Architect LLC William D. Cover, also known as Bill, has designed new custom homes, additions and remodeling projects in the St. Louis area since 1976. He was awarded Excellence in Masonry by the Masonry Institute of St. Louis in 2006, and he continues to wow the architectural community with his precise and imaginative designs. In 2019, he was inducted into the St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles Design Hall of Fame.

Deirdre Fratt (Dede) principal at Fratt Bush Home Design Together, Deirdre Fratt and business partner Lindsay Bush bring an east meets west vibe to Fratt Bush Home. It is their intent and goal to help clients fall in love with their home again. They consider themselves fortunate for St. Louis’s vibrant and active design and decor community, and they have access to great design and fabric houses, along with talented artisans who help them implement their vision.

Kim Taylor West, owner and principal designer of K Taylor Design Group Kim is the owner and principal designer of K Taylor Design Group. Kim’s passion for design is fueled by her desire to help improve the lifestyles of her clients. Kim has a bachelor’s degree from Cal Poly San Louis Obispo and has been a interior designer for over 27 years. Kim specializes in construction related residential and commercial projects.

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Platinum Winner

C&M Interiors

GREATER THAN 390 SQUARE FEET

Photography by Corey Hogrefe/CH Studios LLC

The redesign of this modern kitchen focused on quality and integrity.

Designer C&M Interiors developed a custom stain and finish for the quarter-sawn walnut, which entailed hours of applying stain, bleaching and repeating to achieve the perfect tone. The seamless cabinetry is balanced by the quaint lighting fixtures. The details are subtle with a hint of youth and play on textures. The wood countertop is nestled into a 3� thick concrete-look Caesarstone. Stacked marble from countertop to ceiling creates a sense of luxury. Functionality was key, and the designer created the space with the way we live today in mind. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

Why the judges love it: This striking kitchen is a breath of fresh air. We love the sleek mix of Scandinavian design and mid-century modern and the mix of warm and cool colors.

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KITCHENS PLATINUM WINNER

Chelsea Design Company 300-390 SQUARE FEET Photography by Alise O’Brien

The homeowners wanted to transform their outdated, traditional 1980s builder-grade kitchen into a classic, luminous space. Working with Chelsea Design Company, the goal was to emulate a 100-year-old cottage with layers of red, white and navy. The Classic Americana, Ralph Lauren design would be highlighted by timeless material such as woods, unlacquered brass, bronze, stainless steel and marble. One of the biggest challenges was to brighten up the space, which the designer achieved by replacing the existing garden window with three new windows that meet the countertop. Decorative sconces offset the windows. The recessed can lights were also upgraded to new Colonial-inspired flush mount fixtures with exposed LED Edison-style bulbs. The wood panel ceiling treatment adds an element of warmth to the space, while the new faux beams draw your eye to the stove. The designer made the kitchen more navigable by eliminating a peninsula and creating a custom, furniture-like island in a contrasting dark alder wood. To make the island as functional as it is beautiful, deep drawers for storage were included and a lower shelf is a place to stow away pots and pans. The existing pantry and built-in desk were converted to a wall of inset cabinetry that conceals a built-in microwave, paneled refrigerator, pantry and coffee station. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

Why the judges love it: We love the repetition of shapes within the space.

The island looks like a custom piece of furniture.

We like how the designer stained the new window frames for contrast.

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LeCoeur Design 240-299 SQUARE FEET Photography by Anne Matheis

LeCoeur Design’s motto behind this University City renovation was “a vintage vibe for a modern tribe.” With the goal of creating an open concept that was multifunctional and stylish, the designer reworked the existing space to function as a kitchen, dining room and mudroom. The first priority in the remodel was to open up a wall between the kitchen and dining room, which exposed an original wall mural of the Mississippi River to the rest of the space. The deep greens, creams and browns of the mural set the color palette for the kitchen. The perimeter cabinets are a custom-painted maple, while the island features local Missouri walnut for contrast. The Montclair Danby marble countertops have a striking green veining and creamy background, perfectly fitting into the color scheme.

The crowning jewel of the kitchen is the special designed La Cornue Albertine range. The designer pulled inspiration from the unlacquered brass on the range and repeated it in the pot filler, bridge faucet, pendant lights and hardware. The homeowner loves all things historic and St. Louis, so the designer searched local antique shops and architectural warehouses for vintage and St. Louis touches to complete the space. This timeless kitchen will serve the family for years to come. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

Why the judges love it: This kitchen is inviting and cozy. The designer did a great job using color throughout the space, and we love the added vintage charm.

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Platinum Winner

Castle Design

LESS THAN 240 SQUARE FEET

Photography by Alise O’Brien

This local interior designer with Castle Design remodeled her own kitchen into a colorful space that is a bright spot in her 100-year-old Webster Groves home. The striking blue hand-glazed backsplash tile was the inspiration for the rest of the design. Blue reminded the designer of her hometown in California with vivid coastal ocean views. She relocated the kitchen to the dining room, which had a larger footprint with casement windows that are now a focal point in the new kitchen. The details in the kitchen are a mix of the past and present. The custom white hood is finished with century-old reclaimed barn wood.

Contemporary wood counter stools and oversized brass light fixtures balance out the transitional design.

Now the cheerful heart of her home, this designer brought a modern eclectic flair to her Midwest kitchen. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Why the judges love it: We love the balance and symmetry the designer achieved in this space. The wood touches bring such warmth to the kitchen, and we love the interesting color palette she chose.

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Gold Winner

ADJ Interiors

GREATER THAN 390 SQUARE FEET

Photography by Alise O’Brien

Designer ADJ Interiors describes this kitchen as “traditional turned on its side.” The design inspiration is the luxurious Lacanche Sully range. Shipped from France, the striking, deep blue range is trimmed in brass and the showstopper of the space. Behind the range, a hand-painted, mottled subway tile backsplash catches natural light. The walls, woodwork, ceiling and cabinets are all the same color to emphasize the kitchen’s focal point, the expansive island designed to emulate an old library cabinet. Rift cut white oak cabinets, polished nickel cap pulls and a seamless slab of quartzite achieve the look. Three glass pendants above the island were kept simple with brass detailing to complement the range. Also matching the range, the Hickory Chair Laurent counter stools are covered in Giant Deep Blue Liquid Leather, a kid-friendly faux leather ideal for a family. On the ceiling, cedar beams were hand cut, stained and whitewashed to retain their warmth and unique softness. This happy, inviting space certainly doesn’t have its owners feeling blue.

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Why the judges love it: The range is simply spectacular!

We love the repeated use of navy in the simple, elegant kitchen.

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Why the judges love it: The quartzite the designer chose is very usable for the homeowner’s interests.

The diagonal coffered ceiling adds an extra layer of detail to the space.

Gold Winner

Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath 300-390 SQUARE FEET

Photography by Photographie by Li

With a wine fridge, built-in coffee maker and stunning views of the backyard pool, this kitchen is every entertainer’s dream. Designed by Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath, the space includes a large island splashed in natural light that is the ideal spot for cooking and entertaining. Topped with a suede quartzite countertop with a 3-inch mitered edge, the material choice is ideal for the couple who enjoy cooking. Lightly stained alder wood cabinets give a warmth to the kitchen and set the tone for the entire design. While the off-white wall cabinets and stainless steel Wolf Sub-Zero appliances add interest. Matte black hardware, faucets, lighting and windows add oomph to the natural finishes. The intricate coffered ceiling design ties the kitchen to the adjacent family room, unifying the two spaces for hosting family and friends. A 150-year-old door separating the kitchen from the pantry brings character and depth. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Gold Winner

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Stephanie Pohlman Designs 240-299 SQUARE FEET

Photography by Stephanie Pohlman

This stunning kitchen designed by Stephanie Pohlman blends modern and classic elements to make a bold statement. The goal for the project was to keep the design very bright and clean, so Pohlman chose a soft white finish for the upper cabinets. To create a contrast as well as the unique look her client was looking for, she chose a matte black subway tile backsplash with a black-and-white mosaic to accent. The accent tile is repeated in the beverage area under floating shelves. Both designer and homeowner fell in love with the natural wood stain on the lower cabinets and island. With large vaulted ceilings, the hood became a focal point in the large, open area. Framing and drywall, which tapers to the ceiling, achieve the dramatic height. The bottom of the hood is accented with the same stain as the island to pull the look together. Modern pendant lights flank the hood, drawing your eye up and around the kitchen. Classic elements like polished nickel fixtures, inset-style drawers and matte black hardware combine with the modern touches in the kitchen design. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Why the judges love it: We love the balance of black and white in this kitchen built for this family’s lifestyle. The scale of the hood and pendants work well together.

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KITCHENS Gold Winner — TIE

Youtopia Designs and Hamtil Construction LESS THAN 240 SQUARE FEET

Photography by Darin Wood Photography

Youtopia Designs in conjunction with Hamtil Construction opened up a dated kitchen that was closed off and uninviting. The new layout allowed the designers to incorporate a dining island that also provided much needed countertop space.

The client required a dining table-height area to eat at so she could keep an eye on her grandkids while she worked in the kitchen. Heavy, dark stained cabinets were replaced with painted cabinetry that has a custom glaze to highlight the fine detailing of the panels and moulding. Quartz countertops featuring an ogee decorative edge provide contrast and interest to the backsplash tile and cabinets. Green painted pantry cabinets and island give a punch of color. The designers added decorative corbels to support the lower countertop on the island. The copper highlights in the hood and pendant lighting offset the black stainless steel appliances. This kitchen is well equipped with storage including large pantry cabinets, tray storage, trash and recycling pullouts, spice drawer and blind corner optimizer. A custom cabinet appliance compartment with a lift-up pocket door houses a much-used toaster oven.

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Why the judges love it: The green and copper tones play well together in this space. We love how the designers made it feel cozy and comfortable for the family.

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Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath LESS THAN 240 SQUARE FEET

Photography by Photographie by Li

New homeowners wanted to make the kitchen their own by adding modern details while respecting the character of the house. Designer Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath was challenged with creating a seamless conversation between the natural surroundings of the home nestled in the woods with the homeowners contemporary taste. Cooking and entertaining were central to the family, so large, exposed top-of-the-line appliances drove many of the design choices. The range was relocated from the island to the wall and made a focal point with a custom hood The refrigerator/freezer was also moved to replace a decorative hutch that wasted vital working space. A built-in coffee maker and wine unit amp up the entertainment factor. The homeowners wanted a gray kitchen and chose a cherry wood and stained the cabinet gray, which highlights the interesting graining and fits with the woodsy location.

To accent the gray stain, the island is finished in a Carbon stain on walnut. For a contemporary detail, the waterfall ends on the island are exposed flush at the top of the countertops. Textural sueded quartzite in a matte finish reflects the woodsy nature but has a modern edge.

Open shelving and modern gray light fixtures round out the contemporary details.

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Why the judges love it: This classic kitchen will stand the test of time. We love the detailing at then end of the island and the soothing use of wood with the gray tone.

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COMPACT GARDEN OVERFLOWS WITH Barb and Neil Finbloom's Kirkwood garden reflects a perfect partnership.

By Lucyann Boston Photography by Kim Dillon

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Barbara and Neil Finbloom’s Kirkwood garden is a showcase of fragrant herbs, lush perennials, ornamental trees, charming structures and whimsical artifacts. Though compact in size, it overflows with spaces to explore and delights to discover.

Artfully designed brick walkways beg to be traveled and stepping stones nestled in a bright green, ground-cover carpet of miniature-leafed mazus beckon to be followed.

But the tale of the garden is more than plants and pathways. It is a reflection of the two people who created it and their over 37-year partnership that has blended their careers, hobbies and lives.

Both retired educators in the Parkway School District, Barb was a much-loved elementary school teacher while Neil worked as the band director for Parkway Central Middle School and the assistant band

director at Parkway Central High School. His students marched in the Tournament of Roses, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day and George H.W. Bush Inaugural parades.

When they met 40 years ago, Barb’s taste in interior furnishings leaned toward antiques. Her mother, Carroll Kohl, was a clerk for an auctioneer and her father Bud enjoyed refinishing antique furniture.

Neil’s mother, Shirley Finbloom, on the other hand, was an interior designer for St. Louis’ largest department store, Famous-Barr Co. “I had my apartment with old furniture and Neil had all modern stuff,” Barb says with a laugh. “But he got into the stories of the antiques and how they were used.” “I like to do things with my hands,” Neil adds, “so I would help Barb. The first piece we refinished together was a chest of drawers.”

Before long they were renovating an 80-year-old home in Kirkwood, refinishing antiques and holding “little sales” in their basement. When Neil retired in 2004, they got into the antique business in earnest as Schoolhouse Antiques, specializing in Americana, folk art and primitives. Traveling throughout the Midwest, they set up shop at seven or eight weekend antique shows per year. “Neil would have everything packed and ready to go and we would start driving as soon as I was out of school on Friday,” Barb recalls.

Education and antiques weren’t their only loves; they also shared a passion for gardening. It was literally in their genes. “My mom and dad were both avid gardeners,” Barb recalls. “My Mom did flowers and interior plants,” Neil recounts.

While they loved their American Colonial home, the asphalt-covered driveway that led to the garage and covered a major portion of the backyard broke their landscaping-loving hearts. Determined to have a garden, the couple got creative. Utilizing the side street that ran along their corner lot, they created a short, new, side driveway and garage opening, not to mention enhancing the garage with beautiful decorative details including window boxes. “We didn’t change the garage, we just changed how we got into it,” Neil quips.

With the asphalt broken up and hauled away and only an old stone retaining wall remaining, Barb and Neil worked as a team to transform the new space into the stunning garden it is today. “I see the overall design and more of the big picture and the designated spaces,” Neil explains. “Barb chooses the flowers and the shrubs; she

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does more of the details. Neither of us can sit still for very long and we work well together.”

That both were educators with the same Christmas, spring and summer breaks also gave them extra time together to work on their joint projects. Barb’s love of herbs greatly influences the plant choices she makes for the garden. She is currently vice president of the St. Louis Herb Society and her mother was a long-time member of the group. She firmly believes herbs bring not only utility to her garden but beauty and fragrance as well. “I spread herbs everywhere in my garden,” she says. “I have rosemary, sage and lavender right by my front door so there is something to smell when you come in the house.” Ornamental "Kent Beauty" oregano

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with its cascades of chandelier-like pink blossoms, the ball-shaped flowers of bright purple gomphrena and fragrant wands of purple lavender, all herbs known for their flowers, bring color to the decorative pots on her front porch.

Herbs also add continuity to her garden. “My chives came from my mother’s garden 40 years ago.

My spearmint plant came from a friend I taught with, and I have had that in a pot for the past 30 years.”

Herbs she would never be without include lemon thyme, savory and Genovese basil.

When she was having trouble growing parsley in her yard due to a multiplicity of “little Peter Rabbits,” she rescued a three-legged iron caldron her father had once used and created “Dad’s parsley pot” by her kitchen door, adding additional herbs such as lemon thyme, rosemary and small peppers to the mix. Both Barb and Neil like to cook, another hobby they share, and love having herbs just outside the kitchen door.

Like all gardens, the Finbloom’s landscape is a continual work in progress. When a Koussa dogwood died, the patch of columbine beneath it proliferated.

Now centered with a heart-shaped birdbath, the garden glows in spring “with columbine in every color of the rainbow,” according to Barb. “Nature takes care of some of our gardening for us,” she affirms.

The couple also lost a large oak tree a few years ago. In that spot, now stands one of the decorative highlights of the garden, a large, hand-crafted replica of their Colonial-style home designed for garden birds and created by Neil as a Christmas gift for Barb.

As luck, and an eye for antiques would have it, the bird house now rests atop a Victorian porch post the couple had previously purchased at a farm auction, having no idea how it would eventually be used.

Throughout their landscape other antiques, some purchased by the couple and others inherited from Barb’s parents, add warmth and decorative interest to their plantings. Just this past summer, Barb and Neil added another joint project to their garden; a charming shed they designed at Tuff Shed in Fenton to coordinate with the house and the garage. Carefully snuggled in between an existing Japanese maple and a Japanese climbing hydrangea, it now forms a backdrop for Barb’s boxed, herb-specific bed.

“We look at (our garden) as a country casual garden,” Neil says. “We didn’t have a designer come in and tell us what to do. We worked with what we had.

Everything evolved out of necessity, even the shed.

We added it because we had run out of room in the garage and a previous smaller shed. Now it’s become a key to tying everything together.”

For additional information on gardening with herbs and the more than 8,000 herbs that will be for sale online this year in the 80th anniversary sale of the St. Louis Herb Society, visit the group’s website at stlouisherbsociety.org. Ordering for pickup at the Missouri Botanical Garden at the end of April begins at the end of March. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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FLAVOR ANY SEASON Cultivate your herbs indoors this winter to flavor your decor and your meals! Local landscaping professionals give us a tip or two on growing these edible beauties inside.

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Use a well-draining soil and don't water too often as most herbs like to stay on the dry side and can be prone to fungus in an indoor setting. —Laura Hill, Frisella Nursery.

Be sure to place herbs in your sunniest window, and be careful that the temperature stays consistent between 60-70 degrees. Watch for drafts around windows or leaves touching the glass panes, which can cause foliar damage to some temperamental herbs such as basil. When watering, make sure you see water coming out from the bottom of the pot and drain off any residual water which collects in your saucer or cache pot to prevent root rot.

—Justin McCoy, Chesterfield Valley Nursery.

Clip generously and use often. Herbs are essentially aromatic weeds that adapt easily to many outdoor conditions but don’t care for the restrictions and coddling of growing indoors. Most will give you a good six to eight months of flavor and easy harvest, after which they might be replaced and their remaining foliage clipped and dried for later use.

—Kathie Hoyer, Bowood Farms.

Most herbs need as much natural light as possible to grow well indoors, ideally in a bright spot near a window that faces south and receives at least six hours of sun. Mint, parsley and thyme require less light and will grow well in west-facing windows.

Rubbing lavender leaves with your hands can remove strong odors like garlic or onion.

—Ann Lapides, Sugar Creek Gardens.

Use quality organic potting soil and healthy starter plants. Bright light is required or can be supplemented with LED grow lights. The new trend is growing a living wall of herbs with planting pouches that can be switched out once used up.

—David Sherwood, Sherwood’s Forest Nursery.

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A RARE BEAUTY The Missouri Botanical Garden boasts a host of rare and beautiful plant varieties; you just need to know where to look! Learn more about the Mauritian Bloody Bellflower, an endangered and beautiful breed found only on the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean.

Photography courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden.

LOCATION Missouri Botanical Garden Climatron Mauritian Bloody Bellflower Nesocodon mauritianus (Endangered) Also know as: Mauritian Bloody Bellflower

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Tucked among wild vines and blooming orchids that fill the Climatron is a pale indigo bell-shaped flower with dark purple veins and bright red nectar. The Nesocodon mauritianus, or Mauritian Bloody Bellflower, is endemic to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius, where it grows on cliffs near waterfalls. The plant is thought to be pollinated by geckos.

Limited range, human interference and invasive species of the area threaten this plant’s survival in the wild.

The Missouri Botanical Garden’s connection with Nesocodon goes back to the 1980s when Garden president Dr. Peter Wyse Jackson, then a curator for Trinity College Botanic Garden, led an expedition to Mauritius. On that trip, Dr. Wyse Jackson leaned over the edge of the cliff and hooked two seed pods with his camera strap for propagation. The Nesocodonon

display in the Climatron were all grown from seeds that are descendants of the same genetic material collected by Dr. Wyse Jackson more than 30 years ago.

Today, horticulture staff are continuing to keep tabs on the population as part of the Garden’s broader conservation work in Mauritius. The Garden is working with the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation and the Mauritian National Parks and Conservation Service to develop a program to save the critically endangered flora of Mauritius, one of the most threatened floras in the world.

Native plant cover is restricted to less than 2% of the island. An estimated 61 endemic species of plants have already gone extinct.

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BEFORE & AFTER

BEFORE

CLEAN & CLASSIC With a bright modern update, this once-cramped kitchen becomes the heart of the home for an active family of six.

By Jeanne Delathouder Photography by Keith and Judie Gegg Design by Gegg Design & Cabinetry

Poised on a spacious lot amidst a canopy of trees, Nick and Jill Azar’s home offered the perfect backdrop for a modern kitchen update that would honor the traditional architectural bones of their historic Sherwood Forest property. The eat-in booth from the old kitchen was too small, so the new design had to incorporate an island large enough to accommodate their large family of six. This meant a structural change incorporating the adjacent hall into the kitchen space, so the couple called in kitchen expert Keith Gegg of Gegg Design & Cabinetry to iron out the details.

“This was a new home for the Azars—but a very historical and traditional home,” says Keith. “One goal was to make the kitchen fit the style of the home but also balance it with today’s style. The lines are clean but still carry a traditional feel to blend with the home’s original architecture,” he notes.

The finished look is transitional, yet with classic details. For example, Keith used pilasters surrounding all the tall elements, but the details used to create the pilasters incorporated a simple custom cove to tone them down and make them appear less traditional. Rustic oak floors provide pleasing contrast to bright contemporary embellishments such as the crisp white custom cabinetry, a glossy Anatolia Marlow tile backsplash picked by Jill in “Desert” at the stove and marble countertops and an island in Danby “Olympian White.” Other striking details chosen by the homeowner

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include a black Kohler “Purist” single-handle semiprofessional kitchen sink faucet, elegant pendant lights from Scout by Design and an eye-catching “Terracotta” runner from Skye Oriental.

“The style of the island legs was a detail brought to us by the homeowners,” Keith recalls. “We had custom rift white oak legs made to match their design, and the finish was also something developed just for this project. It is a light stain to make the white oak appear even lighter than a natural finish to keep it looking fresh,” he adds.

Another challenge Keith faced during the renovation was that the original work space was located directly in line with the traffic pattern from the back-door entrance. The sink and range were relocated to the opposite side of the room, separating the traffic pattern from the work area. Also, the large island, window and range now took up much of the wall space, making it difficult to incorporate a 30-inch refrigerator and a 24-inch freezer. So, the team decided to eliminate the old basement stairs since there were “better” stairs as part of a prior addition. This freed up space to build in a refrigerator under the stairs to the second floor, and the

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remaining space became a walk-in pantry and butler’s pantry to the formal dining room. The freezer was positioned on the opposite side of the room—sunken into the laundry room wall in order to preserve the room length needed for the island.

“I often will ‘split’ the refrigeration to accommodate the function of the room,” explains Keith. “With so many options offered in built-in refrigeration, this is a design variable that should always be considered. When appropriate, I use ‘hidden’ or ‘secret’ doors. In this case, the single 30-inch refrigerator would have looked out of proportion, so by pairing it with a matching pantry door that looks like the refrigerator cabinet front it is now very symmetrical and balanced while also giving the pantry a fun detail that is unexpected,” he adds.

“I love the separation of the fridge and freezer,” says Jill. “This allows for less congestion around the fridge, which is always appreciated by the cook,” she laughs.

“The way the cabinetry was built—and the entire room design—gives it a seamless look. The pantry, fridge, freezer and dishwashers are all disguised in a way that gives our kitchen a much cleaner, more beautiful look.”

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BEFORE & AFTER

By Karen Cernich • Photography by Anne Matheis • Design by Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath • Interior Design by Corinne Jones Interiors

DIVIDE & CONQUER Trading one long island for two was the start of creating a bright, open and functional kitchen.

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Rod and Mary Ann Bryan knew they were going to love their renovated kitchen even before designer Christine Paul of Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath, St. Louis, completed the job, but there was a moment this past year, as the COVID-19 pandemic kept people at home, when they realized just how much the new design better served their needs.

“We looked at each other and said, ‘This is the greatest thing we’ve ever done, because all we are doing is cooking,’ ” Mary Ann remarks.

The Bryans are no strangers to kitchen renovations. They have now completed four at their 1972 home in the St. Louis suburbs—in the mid-1980s, 2000 (also designed by Alspaugh) and 2019. “We just wanted a different look,” Mary Ann says, noting their 1980s kitchen had a modern/contemporary style and the 2000 design was done in French County. Christine describes the new design as classic transitional. It features white painted cabinets and white quartz countertops, which helped achieve the Bryans’ main request—to brighten and open up the space.

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Their kitchen footprint is long and narrow, and the previous design included an island that ran the length of the room. It provided a lot of storage, Mary Ann says, but it also blocked traffic flow. The cooktop was in the island, and a bulky hood created a visual barrier to the opposite side of the room and the breakfast area.

Christine’s solution was to swap the one long island for two smaller islands, creating a more navigable space, and relocate the range top to a perimeter wall, where a custom curved white hood now creates a soft focal point. Nearly all of the appliances were relocated for the new design. The refrigerator was placed at the opening between the islands, re-imagining the work triangle as more of a “work canal” between the range and the sink. A prep sink was placed near the refrigerator to accommodate multiple cooks in separate areas. And the old drywall pantry was replaced by tall cabinets with rollout shelves providing more accessible and space-saving storage.

A few special features dress up the space. Mullion cabinets filled with sparkling glassware flank the entrance to the dining room, creating a butler’s pantry, and the quartz backsplash over the range top includes a decorative marble tile inlay. Polished nickel finishes throughout the room add sparkle. The wallcovering and fabric window treatments, both selected by interior designer Corinne Jones, provide texture and a hint of warmth to balance the starkness of the hard, white surfaces. For Mary Ann, the beauty of the kitchen is only emphasized by its function, and that makes Christine smile.

Her favorite feature of the room is that it achieves what the clients asked for.

Mary Ann doesn’t have just one favorite. She loves the apron sink, the openness of the room and the flow that having two islands provides.

“That function is just really great,” she says. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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By Summer Thornton Design. A quintessential classic kitchen that's both bright and airy while also having lots of character, this kitchen is traditional but still fresh. By mixing metals of brass and polished nickel as well as natural wood with painted cabinetry we added depth and character. Floral wallpaper, an antique chandelier, an elegant traditional dining table and a fireplace create a cozy breakfast space perfect for your morning tea.

2. DEFINING THE ISLAND

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Wallpaper has found its way into nearly every room of the house, and the kitchen is no exception!

A great way to personalize and warm a space full of hard surfaces, wallpaper can be applied behind the range, on the ceiling or another accent wall.

The bolder the better!

This kitchen is in a 1900s Queen Anne Victorian home in a rural town in Texas.

The designer reconfigured the entire kitchen to suit their large family gatherings.

The homeowners are restaurant owners and avid cooks, so the designer made sure it was functional for their needs. They were inspired by their clients, their home and existing furnishings.

By Melissa Mauzy

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This generously-scaled, bright white kitchen benefits from ample space and multiple work zones for cooking, entertaining, homework and dining. It was decided early that color and materials would be chosen to define spaces and make the large, high-ceilinged room feel comfortable and focused. The wallpaper on the ceiling was an important move; not only did it break up what was a large expanse of white, it defined the true heart of every kitchen - the island, as a space to gather, share and relax at home. And it gave the client a dose of the blue she loved, without distracting from all classic kitchen of her dreams.

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By Coddington Design. The colors from the wallpaper are repeated in the green paint and blue Ann Saks tile.

This boldness is balanced by the sleek white Ikea cabinets, countertops and stainless steel hardware. The large copper pendants adds warmth to the space and coordinates with the dark blue and light green jewel tones.

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By Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects. A historic 1935 Greek revival

1. Photography by Bjorn Wallander for Summer Thornton Design. 2. Photography by Tim Lee. 3. Photography by Erin Williamson.

4. Photography by Lauren Edith Andersen. 5. Photography by Casey Dunn.

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cottage in Austin was revitalized for a young, creative family. The highlight of the sleek, modern kitchen design is the black-and-white wallpaper feature behind the range.

2 DRAWER BASE WITH SPICE INSERT Start utilizing draws as storage space for larger items like dishes, pots and pans. Add a spice pull-out into your deep drawers so you can not only have added room for your cooking supplies but also have your spices right at your fingertips!

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HIDDEN WORKSPACES allow for convenient access centrally located and out of site when not in use.

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HIDDEN ORGANIZATION Pull out trash cans and deep drawer storage are a must!

—Anne Marie Design Studio, annemariestudio.com

This handy pullout provides access for all your kitchen knives and utensils with storage below for other essential items.

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Design by Erin Roberts Photography by Huyen Do

SIMPLY SCANDINAVIAN Scandinavian design: The light, airy and organic style of Scandinavian design focuses on creating a simple and functional space with an appreciation of craftsmanship and understated elegance. Tap into your Nordic side and embrace a relaxing and inviting vibe throughout your home.

By Moe Godat

Hygge: A defining characteristic of Danish culture, “hygge” describes a quality of coziness and comfort that promotes a feeling of contentment or well-being.

When designing with hygge in mind, you layout and decorate your home in a way that will bring you and your family as much comfort as possible!

Tap into Nature Adding natural elements helps soften this design style and bring in a cozy interest. Pair fresh botanicals with clean white walls and unstained or ashy wood floors for a pop of color that doesn’t fight with the otherwise muted color scheme.

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Design by Erin Roberts, Photography by Huyen Do

Lighting is KEY In the winter months, Scandinavian countries can get as little as seven hours of natural daylight, so stunning and ample indoor lighting is key! Keep fixtures simple and in muted tones such as black or gray; adding a metal element to your fixture also helps it adhere to the Scandinavian style. Add in beeswax candles for soft, whimsical light as a natural touch.

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Limited Window Treatments Because natural light can be hard to come by, letting in as much as possible is very important in Scandinavian design. Eliminating window treatments altogether or using simple linen sheers not only lets in as much light as possible, but it also promotes the minimalist aesthetic common in Scandinavian interiors.

Cozy Textiles Known for their cold climates, design in Scandinavian countries calls for an extra cozy touch. Textiles such as sheepskins, wool or mohair add a layer of warmth and texture to a Scandinavian space. Pair the soft textures of throws, furs and pillows with the stark stain of a light wood floor or the chilly edges of metal and glass furniture and accents.

Design by Erin Roberts

Keep it Simple Remember, form and function play equal roles in this design style. Keep your space uncluttered and visually relaxing by limiting accessories.

Instead, display commonly used lifestyle pieces, such as dishes, on open shelving in the kitchen or add natural touches with botanicals and beeswax candles. Use furniture with clean, sleek lines and muted colors to allow your light sources to take center stage.

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Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis, MO Photography courtesy of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra

Originally erected in 1925 as a live acting and motion picture theater, St. Louis’s Powell Symphony Hall holds a wealth of architectural and entertainment history as the home of the nation’s second-oldest symphony orchestra.

Acquired by the St. Louis Symphony Society in 1966, the 2,689-seat concert hall underwent an extensive $2 million dollar renovation led by principal architects of St. Louis architecture firm Wedemeyer, Cernik & Corrubia.

The renovation restored the hall to its former glory while updating important acoustic and lighting features needed for its new purpose. The classic red, gold and creme color scheme of the Wightman Grand Foyer mimics the lavish European elegance shown in major historical buildings such as the royal chapel at Versailles. Another nod to St. Louis’ French influence is a large stained-glass window in the front facade featuring Saint Louis IX, King of France, which is spectacularly illuminated on concert evenings.

Powell Symphony Hall is the focal point of St. Louis’dirt multi-million dollar performing arts district revitalized by the Grand Center Redevelopment Project, an initiative to revive the surrounding area’s cultural heritage. It claimed its place in the National Register of Historic Places in May, 2001.

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Goodspeed Opera House, East Haddam, CT Photography courtesy of Goodspeed Opera House

Photography by David Larencranz

Built first in 1876 by William H. Goodspeed, a shipping and banking magnate and avid theater lover, the Goodspeed Opera House stood grandly on the banks of the Connecticut River as a bustling center of commerce. Not only did it house the original theater, but also professional offices, a steamboat passenger terminal and a general store. However, the building endured a period of neglect and deterioration until being restored to its former glory in 1963 after being threatened with condemnation in 1958. Once marked for demolition, local preservationists took an interest in the building and began the Goodspeed Opera House Foundation in the following year, dedicating time, money and effort into restoring and reviving the once popular theater. Now, it continues Goodspeed’s work to revive past musicals and introduce new, up-and-coming shows to the stage.

Located on the fourth floor within a Victorian-style building, which happens to be the tallest wooden structure along the Connecticut River, a new stage was built over the previous during the theater’s revival.

The Goodspeed owes much of its success to Michael Price, director from 1968 to 2014, under whom the Goodspeed transformed from a struggling entity into a non-profit arts organization with a mission to continue the founder’s original work.

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CONNECT Chicago’s Central Park Theater, Chicago, IL Photography courtesy of Central Park Theater Restoration Committee, Tom Harris

The Central Park Theater is one in a chain of successful theaters built by Chicago architectural firm Rapp and Rapp, the main architects responsible for the many iconic theaters in the Balaban and Katz chain as well as Paramount Pictures. The Spanish Revival building was finished in 1917 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005; its outer design features two prominent towers on its front facade decorated with red brick and terra cotta, materials indicative of this classic design style. Reportedly the first theater of its kind to house mechanical air conditioning, the Central Park Theater allowed viewers to enjoy its artistic displays year-round, especially during the steamy summer months. The building itself houses a plethora of history as one of the few remaining Lawndale businesses from the early twentieth century, and it’s served the community as a cultural hub for over one hundred years, first providing entertainment to the surrounding Jewish community and then to the African-American community that replaced it in the 1950s. Converted to a church space for the House of Prayer, Church of God in Christ in 1971, the theater now serves its community in other ways while still exhibiting beautiful architecture. Despite its listing on the National Register of Historic Places, the building faces an uncertain future; to learn more about preserving this cultural landmark, visit centralparktheater.org.

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Classic

When your kitchen is the gathering place of your home, the aesthetics of it are essential, which includes the color of your appliances. The 1950s brought us pink, turquoise and other vivid colors. In the 1960s, yellow and avocado green were all the rage. When the 80s and 90s rolled around, minimalistic white and black became popular, bringing the multicolored kitchen appliance trend to a halting stop. Nowadays, the trend has rolled back around, and kitchen designers everywhere are starting to use vibrant colored gadgets again, bringing the fad back to life. Though the trend comes and goes, when it's revived, it continues to be a classic element to any kitchen.

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Instead of pink, turquoise, harvest gold or avocado green of 1950s, 60s and 70s appliances, we now have all kinds of fun options like navy, fire engine red or kelly green. If you are ready to go bold with a fun color for your new refrigerator, range or hood, you may want to go with a softer, more neutral palette for the rest of your kitchen materials like cabinetry, tile and countertops.

Another simple way to make the appliances pop is to add matte brass on range knobs or do a panel-ready refrigerator in a different color from the rest of your cabinetry and add hefty cabinet pulls. Whichever way you go, a colorful appliance would be a great way to add some fun and personality to your new kitchen! Julie Cullmann, Anne Marie Design Studio, LLC. Colorful appliances, or specifically ranges, can add a great look or accent to a kitchen. Personally, I like them, but like any color, whether it be for walls, cabinets or fabrics, they all run the risk of being dated. But being “safe” isn’t always very exciting. I’m not sure it’s a fad or a craze in that many appliances have been offered in colors for decades, but the level of people using them in their kitchens increases and decreases. I think colorful appliances will always be a part of design, it just takes the right client and kitchen. It’s certainly not for everyone. Keith Gegg, Gegg Design & Cabinetry.

I have had customers wanting a statement range for over 25 years in some type of primary color selection. Most clients are not this bold, but when executed well, this is a classic look. It is important to make the cooking area the focal point, whether it is the range or the decorative exhaust hood. It appears that when other appliances are more colorful (like a refrigerator or dishwasher) this typically looks more retro and is not accepted as much in our region. Ken Henry Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath.

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I love using color in unexpected places.The kitchen is no exception.

An easy way to add color in a kitchen is to invest in small, colored appliances such as mixers or toaster ovens that are on the bright side. Brightly painted appliances add something to a kitchen, however, those are big budget items and not as easy to replace as the tastes of the homeowner changes. If the goal is to sell the home in the future, the colorful appliances might need to be replaced for resale value. Brightly colored appliances are a design trend and will stick around for several years, but a canary-yellow stove or a lime-green refrigerator is not a classic design element.

In a few years, I think “repainted colorful appliances” will be the new trend. Barbara Collins, Barbara Collins Interior Design.

I think it depends on the color of the appliance. I prefer stainless appliances, but that said, if I am using colored appliances, I’d stick with classic colors like navy blue or red. To me it’s like a car; appliances are usually investment pieces, so it’s best to stay simple and classic. Dede Fratt, Fratt Bush Home.

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I think it falls under a craze. Think about the bold avocado green colors that were popular in the 70s, although you wouldn't use them now that you remember the era. If you want a pop of color, maybe only a range and not all of your appliances. Pick one using it as a statement piece such as you would do with art on a wall.

This way, if you want to switch it out later, it's not a huge expense.

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