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how summer just wraps its arms around you like
The best part of early summer is we jump right into sunny days and blue skies. We don’t worry about cold snaps or rain because summer showers are short-lived and will be doing us a favor by providing rain to our lawns and gardens. As we welcome the sights and sounds of summer, let’s not forget to stop and smell the roses.
Warm weather has arrived. Get outside, listen to all the birds, smell the aroma of a freshly mowed lawn and bring your tropical plants outside. In the garden, plant some vegetables and herbs, spot a hummingbird, place stepping stones to create a path and hang wind chimes and bird feeders. Accessorize to personalize your outdoor space (page 12). It's finally that time of year!
Designing a luxury home and having all spaces flow seamlessly from room to room extending to the outdoor spaces was a welcome challenge for Darryl Labruyere, owner of the architectural firm DL Design. The homeowners desired to build a cozy, comfortable yet spacious custom home to enjoy with friends and family. Under the direction of Kris Keller, owner of The Design Source Ltd, she and her accomplished team brought the project together seamlessly by making many crucial decisions and selections that far surpassed the homeowners' expectations inside and out (pages 26-35)!
The Lafayette Square neighborhood, home to historic Victorian townhouses and the oldest urban park west of the Mississippi River has much to boast about. Not only is Lafayette Square on the National Register of Historic Places but it has another standout in the neighborhood, the backyard of Dave and Marlon Taubenheim. With a pool to die for and strategically placed gardens, the homeowners and their guests will be inclined to while away the time in lively conversation (Pages 52-55).
Grab your favorite beverage and relax by the pool as you read this issue of St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles. No pool? Relax under the blue skies. It's officially chill time!
Enjoy!
Suzie
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