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ORGANIC OASIS

Homeowners looking to downsize create a nature-centric, cozy home tailored specially to them.

This apartment on The Hill proves that sometimes all you need is a touch of color to make a bold statement.

On the cover page 26-27 Peacefulness and a connection to nature were the main focuses for the renovation.

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GLOWING GREEN

Art and architecture blend with lush plants in this stunning Webster Groves garden.

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2. Gas powered lights, is it a CLASSIC or a CRAZE? Page 88.

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With spring having made a grand entrance and COVID beginning to take a back seat, we will finally be able to gather with friends and family more often than we have in the past year. The COVID lockdown managed to force our discerning eye indoors. We painted, redecorated and maybe even knocked down a few walls. Unfortunately, those walls were beginning to close in on some of us!

An easy solution was to get outside, and the warmer weather couldn't have arrived at a better time. Sprucing up your home's entrance with new outdoor lighting can cast a warm welcome to the arriving guests you have missed for so long (pages 12-13). Add the ambience of a front porch filled with pots overflowing with flowering plants, and your guests will know without a doubt that they are special. It makes no difference if your front porch is large or small as long as it sends the message that you are so happy to have company over to visit.

Maybe you've decided your current home doesn't quite suit your lifestyle anymore, and you're dreaming of a larger or smaller home from the one you have right now. Before you make any decisions, be sure to read our Building your Dream Home-THE PROCESS before you make the jump (page xyz). It's a big step and an exciting one at that! There are so many decisions to make or avoid depending on the route that you feel is the best for you. Once again, it's all about where you are in life and your current needs.

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The key to instant curb appeal is selecting the right lighting for the front exterior of your home. Create a warm and inviting space with porch and garage lighting that illuminates while adding interest and style. Just be sure your fixtures complement the style of your home.

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1. Extra large barn light in weathered pewter, by Generation Lighting, available at Metro Lighting.

2. Bradgate outdoor wall light, by Artcraft, available at Holt Lighting.

3. Marimount™ outdoor wall light, by Kichler, available at Holt Lighting.

4. Taylor metal outdoor sconce, available at Pottery Barn.

5. Mission Hills three-light outdoor hanging lantern, by Capital Lighting, available at Amini’s.

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6. Luna LED in titanium finish, by Hinkley Lighting, available at Metro Lighting.

7. Vista LED outdoor wall light, by Kuzco, available at Holt Lighting. 8. Crandall three-light outdoor hanging lantern in black, by Mariana Home, available at Wilson Lighting. 9. Pierce outdoor flush mount, available at Anthropologie.

10. Rain outdoor sconce, by Alison Berger for RH, available at RH. 11. Ruth sconce, available at Anthropologie. 12. Mansell three-light outdoor wall lantern, by Capital Lighting, available at Amini’s.

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Origami follows the principles of patience, precision and creativity.

Bring the feeling of transformation into your home with origami-inspired pieces, each with a sense of visual interest and a calming air.

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1. Vincennes chandelier, by Currey & Co., available at Design & Detail.

2. Geo outdoor drinking glasses, set of six, available at Pottery Barn.

3. Origami mobile, available at Crate & Kids.

4. Athena wall art, available at CB2.

5. Cast stone Madarin coffee table, available at Forshaw of St. Louis.

6. Moroso ANTIBODI lounge chair, by Patricia Urquiola, available at Centro.

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7. Hatton collection light, by Original BTC. 8. Cappellini PEACOCK chair, by Dror, available at Centro.

9. Mobius Orb Pendant, by Hubbardton Forge, available at Metro Lighting.

10. Delta pull-up table, available at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.

11. Holloway storage chest, available at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.

12. Chamos Planters, by Cyan Design, available at Design & Detail.

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INSIDER

RECLAIMED WOOD for the MODERN HOME

Eric Schwarz, founder and executive director of Refab STL, explains the benefits of using reclaimed materials within residential projects today.

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

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Tell us a bit about your background and how it relates to reclaimed materials.

My background is in architecture. I moved back to St. Louis in 2009 after spending several years abroad and fell in love with my hometown, but I didn’t like seeing our cool old buildings being crushed and sent to the landfill. I saw a need for more deconstruction, as opposed to demolition, so that salvaged building materials could be reincorporated into our community, creatively!

What motivated you to branch out from salvaging/reclaiming these materials to actually building furniture?

Many of our customers see a piece of lumber and have a dream to incorporate it into their home but they lack the tools, or the skill set, to make it happen. Refab Lab was born out of a desire to make our customers’ visions into reality. We also wanted to get the most out of

our incredible assortment of reclaimed wood and started out by experimenting with using some of the least desirable pieces, namely old oak 2x4, to make feature wall paneling and butcher block.

How is furniture built out of reclaimed wood different from conventional furniture?

Each piece of reclaimed wood has unique character marks such as knots and nail holes that just cannot be replicated, and this fundamentally changes the way it is crafted. Old wood also has a story to tell and we make sure each of our clients know the age and location of the barn or building from which we sourced the lumber used in their table or barn beam mantel. And, unlike conventional furniture that uses virgin lumber, our products are giving wood from trees felled 100 years ago a second life, making for a more sustainable product.

How does Refab Lab stand out from the crowd?

Even among the barn wood builder crowd, our products stand out due to our unique philosophy. Reclaimed wood doesn’t need to be rough and rustic, so we go to great lengths to get past the rough, let the old grain speak for itself, and accentuate the “flaws” by filling them in with black for a smooth and refined look. We also excel at coordinating various reclaimed wood elements in new builds and remodeling projects, like making floating kitchen shelves and a mantel to match a butcher block island.

What trends have you been noticing lately?

We make A LOT of butcher blocks and wide-plank island tops. Our clients like stone countertops but don’t necessarily want it on every surface in their kitchens, so a reclaimed wood island top easily becomes a statement piece. Another welcome trend is having fewer, or no, wall cabinets in favor of open shelving, which we make from old floor joists.

What are the biggest challenges you face in your field?

The biggest challenge we have faced is the two years of research and development spent refining products before formally launching Refab Lab. Our patience paid off though and we now have a strong product line that is time-tested and that we are proud to put our name behind.

What excites you about the future of using reclaimed materials?

Some might think that the reclaimed wood look is a trend, and as trends go will eventually fade. Our younger clients are motivated by a desire to buy local, sustainable reclaimed wood products that support a good cause. Besides, if rustic goes out of fashion, we will still be here cranking out timeless designs using smoothed down old boards.

Give us an example of your favorite project you have worked on recently?

We made a barn oak island top for a retired interior designer in Town and Country that was 52 inches wide and over twelve feet long. In addition to the cooktop and popup downdraft, the island featured two popup electrical outlets with matching wood caps.

It is a stunning piece on navy cabinets surrounded by white base cabinets on both sides.

How can people see more of your products or reach out to you?

We have a showroom at 3130 Gravois Avenue that is open to the public! Instagram and Facebook are also great ways to see what’s currently going on in our shop and to view past projects. Refab Lab also offers in-store and onsite design consultations that can be booked through our website.

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Drawn to the patterns, colors and warmth of wood, sculptor Anthony Scheffler follows the journey of his mind’s eye to create compelling forms of familiar objects.

By Jeanne Delathouder Photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton

Anthony Scheffler has always had an affinity for sculpting for as long as he can remember. Growing up in New Orleans, he quickly gravitated to the diverse and contrasting flavors of this captivating city steeped in a culture expressed so uniquely through its visual and performing arts. Inspired by the rich patinas and unique grain patterns of wood, the artist developed an interest in fashioning together pieces of materials into forms that are in his words “interpretations of familiar objects—or rather, abstract expressions of what might be.” Using a curious mix of exotic woods and distressed metals, he crafts shapely and striking teapots, vessels and three-dimensional wall hangings that often wind up in nationally recognized private or international collections. Currently living in St. Louis and maintaining an art studio in the vibrant neighborhood of Soulard, Anthony has drawn the conclusion that the area offers much of the same cultural appeal as the famed Crescent City and limitless promise as a thriving arts destination.

“I am fortunate to have lived in several different places and have had stints in a variety of jobs including working off-shore, in an automotive body shop and an old-style filling station,” he says. “When I first moved to St. Louis almost three years ago, I spent a lot of time trying to find studio space. It was simply by chance that a friend mentioned she had an acquaintance who worked in renowned sculptor Abraham Mohler’s studio complex in Soulard. I contacted

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Top: Lacewood Euclidean Dream 8"H x 11"L x 4.25"W Middle: Purple Heart Tea Bottom: Concaved Sliced Cherry Slab 14.5"H x 23"W x 3.5"D

Abraham, and the rest is history. While I kind of do my own thing, I truly enjoy being around him and the other artists, watching their creative processes and witnessing the amazing results. It is an inspiring environment that I value—and one from which I have greatly benefited,” he sums.

Largely self-taught, with the occasional class at the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Anthony became intrigued with the contrast of wood against weathered metals and was driven to use both materials in combination. Doing so became a bit of an obsession for him over time until, at one point not too many years ago, he decided to walk away from his day job in a university administrative position. He moved to a small town in Georgia, where he enjoyed the next seven years working as a full-time artist. He eventually returned to higher education, now serving as a Dean at Lindenwood University, but has never stopped sculpting. Never one to focus narrowly on a single form of expression, Anthony reimagines familiar objects yet also explores feelings or impressions in the form of abstract presentations.

“It is hard to say exactly what inspires me to do either,” he admits. “It could be as simple as the figure in a piece of wood or some misshapen

piece of metal I find lying around. I think these things are catalysts and, at times, vehicles for the expression of ideas that have been percolating over time. Once I start, I typically don’t use any patterns or sketches. I proceed to fit and shape as I go, ending with a finished piece that may be far different from my original concept. I kind of just let it emerge—I don’t force it. If I do otherwise, it never seems to end well,” he jokes. “That’s probably why I have shied away from doing commissions for other people.”

Previously showing regularly in Philadelphia, Chicago, and various California galleries, Anthony notes that, unfortunately, the gallery scene has waned over the past few years. He has recently displayed works at Art St. Louis, the Lindenwood Boyle Gallery and the Lucas Schoolhouse Gallery in Soulard. The pandemic’s impact has dramatically limited the number of in-person art venues, and today the artist shows his work almost exclusively online.

“As time allows, I hope to test different venues and continue to explore new forms of expression incorporating more diverse materials into my work,” he says. “But mostly, I just want to enjoy making art.” To view an extensive gallery of Anthony’s work, visit anthonyscheffler.com.

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ORGANIC OASIS Homeowners looking to downsize create a nature-centric, cozy home tailored specially to them.

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Lovingly called “The Pit” by both the homeowners and design team, the step-down sitting room area was reinstalled after being previously removed during a 1980s remodel. The new owners decided to make the area smaller, creating a cozier atmosphere.

By Moe Godat / Photography by Karen Palmer / Builer and Interior Designer: LU Design Build

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“I’ve tried to let my style evolve over time,” says the homeowner. “But it’s really a mixed bag. I like change.” Change is what she and her husband were looking for in their next house; as empty-nesters seeking a home to age in place, they knew they wanted a smaller space with more land and calming views of the outdoors.

Before their move, the family had always lived in subdivisions. “Our previous homes were a great place to raise our kids, and we always loved getting to know our neighbors,” she notes. However, she and her husband began looking for a home with a little extra outdoor space and a more manageable interior that would accommodate them as they grew older.

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Though they’d toured many houses and even put contracts on a few, this Westwood ranch-style home spoke to them as soon as they stepped foot through the front door.

“The house and the property just had the feeling I was looking for, even though it wasn’t in the best condition yet. It was just so peaceful.”

Peacefulness and a connection to nature were the main focuses for the renovation.

The homeowners sought the help of Rochelle McAvin of LU Design Build to make their vision come to life.

“I needed a designer who understood my love for gently-used furniture, which I find more personal and interesting. They also needed to get the look I was going for; Mid-century modern with a twist. I felt that

LU Design Build was creating the kind of projects I was looking for.”

Designer Rochelle McAvin has worked in the design build industry for over six years, and she focuses mainly on residential remodeling. For all projects, she believes in letting the clients’ priorities fuel the design.

“Form follows function, and we wanted to make this house as efficient and comfortable as possible for the homeowners.”

The goal of the project was to create a personal oasis for the pair they could enjoy for years to come while leaving a minimal environmental footprint. They aimed to make the space feel calm, serene and interesting without making the entire house white.

The home is interesting from the moment

you enter. To the right of the front door is a sunken living room that the homeowners lovingly call “The Pit.” Built in 1967, the sunken living room was original to the home, but the previous owners leveled the space in a 1980s remodel. Both the new owners and Rochelle agreed that restoring the sunken floor plan gave the home character, though they made it smaller to increase coziness and intimacy.

Primarily used as a family gathering place and game room, “The Pit” needed ample seating and enough space for visitors to pull up a chair and enjoy each other’s company.

The large couch was a find from Stash Home, and the gray swivel chair and roomy coffee table came from Pottery Barn. The homeowner finished off the space with vintage ottomans

Opposite page: White oak floors and white tongue-and-groove ceilings are constant throughout the main living areas. The homeowner wanted the house to rely heavily on natural light, but West Elm light fixtures on dimmer switches add to nightly ambience. This page top: Embracing the homeowners’ love for Mid-century modern design, the den features a warm, oiled plywood wall and vintage furniture to make it stylish and livable. Left: The homeowner wanted the kitchen to “feel like any other room in the house.” To keep it from screaming “kitchen,” she and Rochelle kept the color scheme earthy and sourced products locally.

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Paired with custom walnut cabinets from Hulls Cabinetry, natural Missouri limestone from SFI gives the kitchen texture. The True refrigerator gives the room a vintage feel. True is a Missouri brand, adding to the homeowners’ desire to buy local products.

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from an estate sale to act as side tables. Large windows at the front of the room give a perfect view of the pond just outside and let in plenty of natural light during the day. Dimmable light fixtures from West Elm give the room a warm glow once the sun sets.

Because the homeowners don’t always require a lot of seating, they opted for a table in their dining room with many removable leaves, allowing it to shrink down to the size of a desk. A Napoleon electric fireplace adds to the warm ambience at dinners, gently lighting the striking wallpaper.

White oak floors and tongue-and-groove white ceilings lead from the front of the home back into the main living space. The living room has vaulted ceilings and an original brick fireplace. The homeowners wanted to find a perfect balance between bright and cozy; the windows and the added skylights gave the room great natural light, but the team added an oiled plywood wall to warm up the color scheme. The fireplace, painted beige in a previous remodel, received a fresh coat of gray paint to act as the room’s anchor.

The homeowner found the majority of the home’s furniture from Facebook marketplace. Buying furniture second-hand is a great way to recycle interesting pieces and minimize one’s environmental footprint in the remodeling process. “She has such a good eye bringing in earthy, vintage pieces that made every space more personal and cozy,” says Rochelle. “I think she nailed it!”

In the kitchen, the homeowner desired a space that “felt like any other room. I didn’t want it to scream ‘kitchen.’” To achieve this look, the team chose natural Missouri limestone from SFI for the island and countertops. The walnut cabinets are custom-made from Hulls Cabinetry; the bottom cabinets are painted evergreen to match the lush trees shown through the large windows. Lucite hardware with brass accents from CB2 add interest and ease. The Facebook marketplace table keeps the space light and fun.

To avoid clutter, the team created a butler’s pantry off the kitchen to house the family’s odds and ends, as well as the wife’s house plant collection. “We created a bright, functional space for her off the main living area for her to stow all her keepsakes," comments Rochelle.

"She’s a collector, and we wanted to give all her things a home without affecting the rest of the home’s design.”

Above: The butler’s pantry acts as a room to store clutter and house the wife’s extensive and well-loved plant collection. Opposite page: The dining room can seat the entire family, but if needed, the table can shrink down to the size of a desk by removing its many leaves. Statement wallpaper gives the room interest, and a Napoleon electric fireplace lends light at night without greatly affecting the environment as a gas stove might.

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Opposite page: The bedroom, though not used often during the day, was designed as the homeowners’ personal shared oasis, complete with plush carpeting and Harlequin “Foxley” wallpaper to mimic the pine trees just outside.

This page: The wife wanted her new bathroom to focus on warmth, comfort and sustainability.

The eco-friendly tub in a matte finish is the perfect place to relax after a long day outdoors, while the zero-entry shower will function for the homeowners’ for years to come.

Rochelle knew the main bedroom needed a calming, relaxing vibe for both homeowners to enjoy. “I don’t spend much time in my bedroom, but I wanted it to feel like a getaway, almost like our own personal hotel room,” the wife notes. She and Rochelle chose the softest carpet they could find. A Harlequin “Foxley” wallpaper accent wall elevates the suite, complemented by walls painted in a custom gray/taupe. A tree trunk headboard in gray adds a final natural element.

“Our last bathroom was very large, and it was always cold,” the wife says. “We wanted this bathroom to be as warm as possible.” They kept the bathroom’s layout relatively small, but it allowed enough space for all the wife’s requests, including a matte eco-friendly Perlato Vittoria tub in lapis stone, zero-entry shower and Missouri limestone vanity. Heated porcelain floors designed to mimic slate paired with high-gloss, straight stacked tile on the walls keep the bathroom both natural and eye-catching.

“This project was so organic from beginning to end,” says Rochelle. “The homeowner and I made changes to the design as we went along. Our constant collaboration is what made this home so customized for them. It really fits their personality."

“We don’t intend to move again, so with this house, we really went for it,” the wife says. “It’s everything we wanted from the start: easy to live in, peaceful, beautiful. I’m so happy every time I come home because I know this space made for us.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

Beyond

BEAUTIFUL

Architect Robert Srote gives French Country styling a contemporary vibe.

By Barb Wilson Photography Anne Matheis Architect Srote & Co. Architects/Planners/Interiors Builder Kemp Signature Homes Interior Design Srote & Co.'s Director of Interior Design

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t was the perfect setting for a luxury custom home—a lush, 1.62-acre site offered by Kemp Signature Homes in a prime area of fashionable Town and Country. The soon-to-be owners, a professional couple with six daughters, didn’t have a specific architectural style in mind as yet, but their initial priorities included an open floor plan, five ensuite bedrooms and a bonus room.

To help them bring their ideas to life, the builder recommended Robert Srote, principal of Srote & Co. Architects/Planners/Interiors. Headquartered here in St. Louis, the full-service firm is internationally recognized, has earned numerous awards for its residential and commercial projects and specializes in high-end luxury custom homes.

Srote quickly ascertained that the couple was looking for “a family-friendly home, one that was cozy, comfy and large enough to entertain.” Ultimately, the owners opted for French Country architectural styling, and Srote set to work designing an elegant, 6,000-square-foot “chateau” that fulfilled their objectives. Drawings finalized and approved, construction began immediately.

Opposite page: Skillfully designed and masterfully crafted, this elegant West County “chateau” is a fresh, modern take on classic French Country styling.

This page: With its shimmering freeform swimming pool, naturalistic boulder waterfall and exquisite landscaping, the outdoor entertainment complex is a spectacular warm-weather oasis.

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Opposite page top left: A contemporary sideboard adds texture and verticality to the dining room.

Bottom left: Topped by a dramatic groin vault, the foyer opens to the formal dining room. The dining ensemble is from Restoration Hardware, and the arch accesses a barrel-vaulted wine alcove. Inset: A graceful bow window offers panoramic views from the open breakfast area. This page: Surfaced with Silestone Calacatta, an expansive L-shaped island defines the kitchen area.

Translucent Lucite bar stools provide ample seating without cluttering the space, and an additional beverage refrigerator is built into the RSI-designed cabinetry.

Well-suited to large, scenic homesites, French provincial architecture has been popular in the U.S. since the 1920s. What makes the exterior of this particular residence so interesting, though, is that Srote was faithful to the essentials of the classic style, while bringing it into the 21st century. Multiple hip roof lines lend texture to the elevation, sill-height natural stone complements the stucco cladding, arched dormers and windows soften the horizontal lines and custom wood shutters, ornamental spires and planter boxes provide an added touch of authenticity.

Although the exterior materials were determined by Kemp Homes, the stucco and shutter colors were specified by Heather Helms, Srote & Co.’s Director of Interior Design, who works closely with the firm’s clients to select interior finishes and furnishings. “Rather than paint the shutters, we stained them to match the cedar elements on the exterior of the house,” she explains.

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The owners decided on a more contemporary décor for the interior, however, and Helms established continuity throughout the vast main level with job-finished oak flooring and neutral walls in a soft gray with silvery undertones. Characterized by clean lines and neutral upholstery hues, the all-new furnishings have a modern vibe, and the chandeliers and pendants, sourced from Wilson Lighting, were chosen for “sparkle and interest.”

The floor plan’s primary activity areas flow seamlessly from one to another, but Srote skillfully defined the individual spaces by varying the ceiling heights. For visual impact, the entry foyer is topped by a groin vault that rises to 12.5 feet and opens to the formal dining room, where a contoured, 9-foot tray ceiling creates a more intimate

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ambience for dinner guests. A nod to traditional French Country styling, the 11-foot ceiling of the grand salon (aka great room) is accented with oak-stained timber beams.

Countless features further illustrate Srote & Co.’s expertise and ingenuity when adapting a plan to the clients’ personal taste and lifestyle. For example, an arch leads directly from the dining room to a barrel-vaulted wine alcove, making the couple’s favorite vintages conveniently accessible when hosting.

The family activity areas—grand salon, kitchen and breakfast area—are completely open. Full-height transom windows capitalize on the salon’s gorgeous views of the tree-lined grounds, and adjoining this comfortable, fireside gathering space is an expansive wet

bar designed by RSI Kitchen & Bath. “The owners wanted to be able to store away all of their bar accessories,” Helms explains, so the base cabinets are flanked by towers with elegant glass-fronted doors.

Equipped with high-end Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, the kitchen layout was also designed by RSI. A large angled island defines the space, and Lucite bar stools tucked under the overhang provide ample seating without cluttering the kitchen’s fresh, clean lines. Resilient Silestone Calacatta covers the island and countertops, and a separate beverage refrigerator is built into the cabinetry. A spectacular bow window floods the open breakfast area with natural light.

Elsewhere on the main floor, the master suite occupies a private wing, and a double tray ceiling enhances the bedroom’s sense of

Neutral-hued and eminently comfortable, the grand salon is furnished with a Franco sectional from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, subtly patterned Bernhardt accent chairs and an Orleans cocktail table by Bernhardt.

Overhead, the ceiling’s timber beams lend an authentic French Country touch.

Above: Designed by RSI, the wet bar’s generous cabinetry provides plenty of space for the owners to store their glassware and accessories out of sight.

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volume. Four additional bedroom suites are located on the upper level, and—one of the owners’ original must-haves—the bonus room is situated above the 4-car garage.

Accessible from the girls’ bedrooms, it offers them a personal recreation space.

For open-air enjoyment, a covered entertainment room with outdoor fireplace extends from the rear of the home, and a picturesque swim complex is carefully offset from the main structure. Designed by The Pool Specialists, the freeform swimming pool is fed by a naturalistic boulder waterfall, and bordering the deck is a spacious pool pavilion designed by Srote.

Remarkably, this entire project—from finished drawings through construction, including the elaborate outdoor entertainment area, pool complex and landscaping—was completed in just 10 months. Even more remarkable considering its scope, the architect maintains, “It was quite a smooth process with no significant problems.” On the other hand, his statement seems to confirm Srote & Co.’s stated philosophy that “listening to the client’s needs and goals…then creating and implementing a well-informed design solution is the key to meeting and often exceeding the client’s expectations.” Superbly designed, finely crafted, and “family-friendly,” this extraordinary custom residence is a masterful interpretation of the homeowners’ vision.

It’s worth noting that, subsequent to Srote & Co’s participation, the owners made several additions to the home. The lower level was finished by Kemp Homes to include a recreation room, plus a sixth bedroom and full bath for guest accommodations. Sometime later, Jessie D. Miller Interior Design was brought in to accessorize certain common areas and create a dramatic new look for the master bedroom and study/lounge.

A “jewel tone” palette was chosen for these two private spaces, and a vivid teal dominates the lounge. Striking in black, the bedroom’s tufted headboard and bedding are surrounded by a deeper shade of teal on the ceiling, walls and draperies. At the foot of the bed, a sleek bench is upholstered in tufted purple velvet. Metallic accent pieces, subtly patterned carpeting and armchairs, a muted area rug and bespoke accent pillows complete the regal effect.

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Once in residence, the owners called on Jessie D. Miller Interior Design to create a “jewel-tone” décor for their personal privacy spaces. Vibrant teal dominates the study/lounge [this page], and the ceiling and walls of the master bedroom [opposite page] are enveloped in a deep sapphire blue. Coupled with luxurious black and purple furnishings, the effect is regal and sophisticated.

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GLOWING GREEN Art and architecture blend with lush plants in this stunning Webster Groves garden.

By Lucyann Boston / Photography by Kim Dillon

To call Janelle Criscione’s Webster Groves garden “lush” hardly does it justice. The word should at least be capitalized, if not rendered in boldface type.

Sheltered by a canopy of mature oaks and ginkos that transform the sun’s rays into dappled shade, the garden glows with all the tints and tones of rich green that nature, and

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an extensive collection of hostas, can provide.

Numerous vibrantly flowered tree peonies and azaleas add brilliance in the spring. The pinks and purples of hydrangea blossoms offer pops of color during the heat of summer.

Understory trees, selected for their interesting shapes and architectural value, bring rhythm and flow to beds and pathways. Throughout

the landscape sculptural accents, collected throughout the past 25 years, blend garden walks with art tours. Two statues of young women, which Janelle purchased from a Palm Beach estate, are placed in the front yard in honor of her granddaughters Audrey and Rachel. Old cobblestones thread their way through the garden and draw visitors

into the landscape, particularly highlighting the more rustic areas.

“Nestled in a corner of the back yard,” in the words of Janelle’s late husband, Dr. James Criscione, “you will find a sweet little garden house, the perfect spot to spend a quiet afternoon reading, sipping a glass of wine and planning a new garden project.” It is, according

to Janelle, a potting shed that grew, eventually transformed with heat, air conditioning and a slate floor into a livable space. “When you’re a gardener, you have to have a place to mix dirt,” Janelle recalls. “I had my eye on a little house for several years, and I finally convinced my husband to build it. It just got nicer and nicer, and pretty soon it had nice

windows and a nice slate floor. Then it was too nice to put dirt in.” Now furnished with a comfortable armchair, foot stool, upholstered day bed and cubby holes filled with gardening books, the space is the perfect place to briefly cool off when tending the garden on a hot day. When the work is done, “There is nothing like being out there in the afternoon

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and seeing all that dappled shade in the back yard with all my books, planning new projects,” she says. What was once a chicken coop is now her potting shed.

Janelle credits her love of gardening to the time in the late-1980s when she and her husband, who were not yet married, would take walks from property he owned on Berry Road to downtown Kirkwood.

Their route down Adams Avenue took them by the home of Edgar Denison, author of the Field Guide to the Wildflowers of Missouri and great advocate of landscaping with native plants. “He was an absolute jewel, and he was always out working in his yard,” Janelle says recalling her many conversations with the famed naturalist. “He was a wealth of information and very generous with his time.”

When the couple eventually married, their wedding took place in the backyard garden of their Webster Groves home, another testament to Janelle’s love of gardening.

Busy concentrating on the interior of the house, they did little with the yard other than remove the vast amounts of invasive honeysuckle

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that choked the space. “What jumpstarted me,” Janelle recalls, when going back to the origins of her landscape of today, “was helping my son-in-law make a raised play area for his girls because their yard was very wet.” When the dirt he ordered was considerably more than needed for the project, Janelle claimed the extra soil and began gardening in earnest. Not long after that, she gained access to a load of cobblestones and made good use of those as well.

Janelle’s first project was the creation of a dry creek bed to deal with a drainage problem at the rear of the yard. Next came the berms in the front yard. Along the way she joined the Hosta Society. She credits that membership with the incredible variety of hostas in her garden. “Gardeners are great people,” she says. “They are always willing to share. You can go to Home Depot and buy hostas, but it is just not the same.”

Her love of tree peonies dates from her childhood in Richmond, MO, and a man who lived down the street who grew the showy blossomed shrubs from seed. “The minute I saw them, I knew they

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“When you plant something in the fall and it comes up in the spring, it makes you know the world is good." were something I wanted,” she recalls. She now has 15 different specimens planted throughout her landscape.

While the blossoms appear somewhat similar, tree peonies are taller and broader than their more common relatives, herbaceous peonies, and have woody stems that remain above ground. They grow best in partial sun, part shade or even full shade with air circulation most important to their cultivation. Janelle’s dappled shade garden is the perfect spot for them to thrive.

The architectural shape of many of the smaller trees in her yard is no accident. Several come by their interesting shapes naturally such as the crooked-branched contorted filbert, also known as Harry Lauder’s walking stick, or the weeping Blue Atlas cedar. Others are made more interesting by Janelle’s deft pruning learned from the Botanical Garden’s Horticultural Supervisor Ben Chu, a master of Japanese pruning techniques, who has studied in Japan and taught classes throughout the United States.

She credits the use of leaf mulch, a tip given to her

by Edgar Denison, as one of her gardening secrets. Not only does it improve soil fertility as it decomposes, “it is much lighter than other mulches and easier for me to work with. I spread about 4 to 6 inches of it on my beds and I keep a dumpster full of it to use throughout the summer when I’m planting,” she explains.

Janelle acquired many of the sculptures, sprinkled throughout her landscape, on winter trips to Florida. “I was always on the lookout for things, and we drove so I could put things in the car and bring them back. There is always room for one more sculpture or one more plant,” she says with a laugh.

What draws her to gardening, Janelle feels, is the sense of renewal it provides. “When you plant something in the fall and it comes up in the spring, it makes you know the world is good. There is a spiritual thing about a garden. I think you know that God is there because of the garden. As we have been so isolated (due to Covid-19), the garden has been my salvation.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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Hedgerow HOW-TO

Hedges help divide outdoor spaces, create privacy, lift and filter wind, provide a beautiful backdrop for gardening and so much more! Local landscape professionals share their tips and tricks on how to properly raise and care for your magnificent hedgerow.

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FOR A TALL HEDGE, choose Thuga Green Giant. It’s fast growing and tolerant of the St. Louis climate. For a hot, sunny location, choose juniper. Taylor juniper is tall and narrow, and it also tolerates direct sunlight well.

—Meg Johnson, Timberwinds Nursery.

BLOOMING HEDGEROW

With their long-blooming ostentatious blossoms, Panicle Hydrangeas produce spectacular hedges. Coming in many sizes, Panicle Hydrangeas fit into just about any landscape. Few plants can match the flamboyant display of “Zinfin Doll,” a 4-6-foot mid-size Panicle Hydrangea. The 8-foot tall “Limelight'' brings extraordinarily plump 12-inch chartreuse flowers that transform to bright white, then turn a rich deep pink. Use Panicle Hydrangeas to hide unsightly views, separate a property or line walkways. Reliable and low-maintenance, they grow fast, quickly forming an easy care dense, flowering hedge.

—Ann Lapides, Sugar Creek Gardens.

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A medium size variety would be Techny Arborvitae. This is a personal favorite of my grandfather, father and myself because of the deep blue-green foliage. A large variety would be the very common Green Giant Arborvitae. It can get 12-16 feet wide and up to 60 feet tall. It also grows quite quickly. No matter how big Arborvitae get, they are all pretty easy to keep maintained to a desired size.

—Anthony Frisella, Frisella Nursery.

Spruce, not Pine We do not typically recommend pines because they do not do well in heavy soils. Spruce varieties such as Norway or Surbian we would probably go more along the 12-16-foot range.

For more immediacy, we may stagger them to fill in voids if space allows. Spruce in general get rather large. There are a couple more columnar spruce varieties called Wellspire or Cupressina that you could plant on 5-8-foot centers.

—Anthony Frisella, Frisella Nursery.

Local Experts’ Favorites Boxwoods are Sherwood’s Forest go-to perfect hedge plant.

Buxus comes in several varieties including Green Velvet, Winter Gem and Green Mountain Boxwood that grow to various heights and shapes. Boxwoods are easy to grow evergreens which like full to partial sun, moderate watering and acidic organic fertilizer.

Boxwoods can be trimmed to natural rounded hedge as well as square or even topiary cone shaped.

David Sherwood, Sherwood’s Forest Nursery.

General Hedgerow Maintenance Hedging plant material maintenance, plant health care and fertilization are critical for the success of a hedge. Monocultures are more difficult to achieve and maintain sustainability through the plantings as a whole. Proper pruning is critical depending on what you are hedging and ensuring that you will have the hedge for years to come. Based on the plant selection, reducing or thinning cuts need to be made rather than shearing the plant to help provide good air flow, prompt new growth and improve branching structure of the tree/shrub.

—Justin Verbryck, Frisella Nursery.

What are all the benefits of growing a hedgerow?

Provides privacy from street traffic and neighbors Creates a sound barrier to reduce noise Acts as a windbreak to protect against harsh winds Reduces snow in your yard Meg Johnson, Timberwinds Nursery.

When should you prune a hedgerow?

Between Mother’s Day and Labor Day. Since Missouri has less than predictable winter, we like to advise pruning or shearing of evergreens between the times of Mother's Day and Labor Day. This will give ample cushion against early or late frost damaging newly trimmed plants. One of the best choices for evergreen hedging in St. Louis is Boxwood; they can handle our wet springs, dry summers and keep from being a deer buffet in sun or shade.

For me the top choice is “Winter Gem.” It can reach a height and width of 4 feet and can be kept formal with shearing or left natural with minimal pruning to shape.

—Craig Rapp, Greenscape Gardens.

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Peace OFFERING The rare and beautiful dove tree originally hails from China, but it can be a beautiful addition to a patient St. Louis gardener’s haven.

Information provided by Catherine Martin, Missouri Botanical Garden Photography courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden

Dove Tree a.k.a. Davidia involucrata Bloom time: Spring Where to find it: Chinese Garden and the English Woodland Garden at the Missouri Botanical Garden

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The dove tree is a small- to medium-sized deciduous tree from the mountain forests of southwestern China. It typically reaches 40 feet tall and has a rounded to pyramidal canopy. The bark of mature specimens has a scaly texture and bronzy orange color, providing interest for the winter landscape. But this tree is most well-known for its spring blooms. The red-purple flowers hang from the branches, each surrounded by two showy, white bracts. The bracts have a thin, papery texture and will wave gently in the lightest spring breeze.

The dangling blooms are said to resemble doves, giving this tree its common name. Other common names include handkerchief tree and ghost tree. Its stunning blooms are truly a special sight, as this tree can take 10 years to reach flowering maturity and may not produce a consistent floral display every year. For the patient St. Louis gardener, dove trees are worth the wait.

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BEFORE & AFTER

CENTER OF THE HOME A kitchen remodel was designed with family in mind.

BEFORE

By Melissa Mauzy Photography by Matt Harrer Photography Remodeling Contractor MorganCo Design Build

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For Luke Morgan, family and business have always gone hand in hand. As a third generation builder, he learned the basics of construction and remodeling from his dad, Terry. Now president of his design build firm MorganCo, family is still at the forefront in his business with Terry serving as a skilled carpenter and mom, Chris a skilled painter.

It should come as no surprise that when Luke and his wife undertook a complete remodel of their newly purchased Chesterfield home, once again family would play an integral role in the design. Originally marketed as a tear down, the home they purchased was unkept and hadn’t been touched in 45 years. But instead of tearing it down, Luke and his wife knew that with Luke’s 13 years of experience in the industry they could save it. All materials were ordered before they even closed on the house.

And because the family lived in the basement while renovating the upper levels, Luke worked tirelessly to complete the remodel in just two months. Everything was taken down to the studs and new plumbing, electrical, HVAC and drywall were installed.

There was no question that the kitchen would be the center of the home. With a large extended family, the new kitchen design would have to be open to the living room with plenty of space for family gatherings. Morgan installed a French white oak solid hardwood in a herringbone pattern throughout the kitchen and living room.

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gray cabinetry and white quartz Caesarstone countertops along with the wrapped wood ceiling beam and industrial pendant lights achieve the classic, modern style the homeowners wanted for the space. Morgan installed a crisp 4x8 white subway tile with black grout lines to define the kitchen area.

Instead of one large island for the space, Morgan made the decision to create two smaller islands. “We wanted a super large island that could accommodate seats for all of our extended family,” he explains. “I decided to break up the space with two islands to give the space another design element and also so that we would not have to walk all the way around the island to get to the other side.” The table-like island features the same quartz as the rest of the kitchen, and Morgan custom welded the table legs.

One of the most unique elements of the new design is the brick fireplace wall. The original fireplace in the living room was much smaller with a marble surround and mantel. As they began removing drywall from the fireplace façade, Morgan noticed the exposed brick. “We then dug further and found an old bread oven to go along with the firebox,” he explains. Morgan cleaned up the brick along with doing some work to the pre-existing bread oven, which he had converted to a working wood-fired pizza oven. A blacksmith custom-created the door.

Since most of the kitchen walls had windows, Morgan knew the space needed more cabinetry for storage, upper cabinetry to be specific. He converted an unfinished space off the kitchen into a butler’s pantry for more countertop and cabinetry space.

“The kitchen has over 120 square feet of countertop space,” he says, which is perfect for prepping dinners and baking cookies.

Brick tile was added to the butler’s pantry to match the fireplace wall. The same dove gray cabinetry as the kitchen also keeps consistency between the two spaces.

A wine barrel tap with their favorite spirit and a reclaimed wood ceiling to match the living room finish out the space.

Designed with family gatherings in mind, the new kitchen is now bright, open and functional. The remodel is a shining example of MorganCo’s motto, “Building is our craft. Design is our passion.”

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AN ELEGANT MINIMALISM

A Dutch Colonial adopts a less-is-more approach to balance modern additions with historical sensibilities.

By Michelle Mastro Photography by Karen Palmer Architect Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC Builder D+D Magic Touch Construction

The “effortlessly chic” look of a pared down space complete with clean lines, well-curated artwork and subtle yet memorable decor requires thoughtful precision and, oftentimes, a lot of hard work. Undeterred by the challenge, Jason and Lisa Noakes took up the mantel of minimalist design in their new addition to honor the history of the original 1920 house and make room for their growing boys.

“Dutch Colonials were simpler homes,” Jason says, “so we wanted to find a balance between the traditional style while embracing more modern, open spaces.” Back in 2010,

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the couple had purchased the residence in a neighborhood they adored but knew that if they decided to call the house their forever home, they would need to add more to it.

The major problems of the house consisted of a diminutive kitchen and a three seasons room that proved uncomfortably hot in summer, too cold in winter. Plus, they wanted the boys to have additional space: more room to play and another bedroom to give the boys, close in age, enough elbow room to spread out.

Affixing another layer of complexity, the couple wanted the addition to appear

seamless with the original structure. To achieve this, they hired architect Chris Marshall of Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC. The white oak floors were selected since the color fit the home’s age better than modern washed-out hues. Contemporary appliances, like the Sub-Zero refrigerator in the kitchen, were cabinet faced and thus discreetly hidden.

But there’s a crucial difference in the faithfulness to historical accuracy. “Some of the original homes that you find here are very square, and we wanted to open that up, so we reworked the existing floor plan,” Jason says.

"We wanted something we would like for fifteen years or more."

—Lisa

Lisa clarifies, “But we wanted to have everything flow in a way that made sense. We didn’t want an addition that you had to enter through another room or two.”

Allowing flow, French doors open from the addition’s kitchen and living room and connect with the new screened-in porch. Currents of natural light peek through the bevy of windows that Lisa says are intentionally left unadorned.

The family likes the beauty that accompanies such simplicity.

“Sometimes it’s about balancing the outside with the inside,” says architect, Chris Marshall.

“We used band boards and overlapping trim around the windows to make everything appear seamless, and we added these half circle windows on the back to give a special touch.”

The subsequent minimalist design of the house’s exterior accentuated the attractive architectural features already there. Inside the home, color becomes an accent. “With three boys, we wanted something with color, but we also like non-cluttered and minimal looks, even the light fixtures were picked because they are open and can be easily dusted—everything was chosen with upkeep in mind.” The kitchen island was designed around upkeep, too. The quartz, unlike softer materials like marble, would not show wear over time.

For the Noakes, minimalism and functionality go hand in hand. Open spaces, lots of light, and simple lines all perpetuate an inviting space that has a timeless aesthetic. “We wanted something we would like for fifteen years or more,” Lisa says.

With their less-is-more approach, the new addition is full of luxe finishes and vibrant color to give a minimalist space maximum style. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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PLANNING PERFECTION Give-and-Take Every custom design home begins with the homeowner’s ideas. After listening to their needs and desires, I draw sketches which I send to them for feedback. The give-and-take between their ideas and my suggestions results in my clients expressing amazement at how I am able to create a unique design in total harmony with their own vision.

Calm and Confident I view a challenge as an opportunity requiring creative energy, an open mind and a “can-do” attitude. Whether it be an unusual site plan, code constraints or an imaginative floor plan, I help my client to arrive at a solution that results in a home design that is even more superior and rewarding.

Teamwork I encourage my clients to choose a team to help them through the building process. As the architect, I design the home and prepare working drawings for the builder, who supervises the construction. A good team may also include a realtor and an interior designer.

Together, we keep the project moving forward in the best interest of the homeowner.

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CREATIVE, FUNCTIONAL, SUSTAINABLE On Time + On Budget Our team has a wide variety of talents and experience after completing large and small projects for residential and commercial clients. Our main focus is in high-end, single-family residential projects. From the initial concept and budgeting through construction, we lead the project team to ensure our clients’ design needs are met on time and on budget.

Design Innovation We design homes that are truly custom to each site and client. We get influence from the building site – topography, solar orientation, ways to capture views and breezes at different times and other unique features. Our dedication to the environment affects materials we select, how we address energy consumption and how we create the best environment inside of the home.

Team Effort Quite often, our clients will want our assistance in making a decision on which site to purchase. We value builders’ perspectives and expertise, and we believe amazing results can come from collaborating with an interior designer.

Everyone has the shared goal of working together as a team to have a satisfied client at the end of the project.

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ACHIEVING CUSTOM LUXURY Providing Value Our team of architects, engineers and interior designers helps you realize your dreams by creating a personalized, cohesive, comprehensive and artistic design solution within your budget and timeline. Our streamlined approach eliminates project delays throughout the process.

No More Surprises Beyond setting realistic project timelines, our team is well-versed in the latest municipal codes and ordinances for your project location. In the design phase, we provide modeling services to help visualize your project in three dimensions on your site. With modeling, you can be sure that your great room has plenty of natural light and that your pool doesn’t fall within the shadows cast by your home.

All-Inclusive Approach Early and often collaboration between architects and interior designers creates the most notable results. With this approach, harmony among living spaces, inside and out, is achieved, resulting in a cohesive, unified project. This all-inclusive project approach distinguishes our firm from others.

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EXCEPTIONAL CONSTRUCTION From Start to Finish Whether it’s starting from a new design build or having your home or business remodeled, we’re here to help you every step of the way. A.J. Borzillo has been around since 1966, so we’re sincere when we say we’re here to help you from start to finish. When quality matters choose A.J. Borzillo for your project needs.

A Sense of Adventure We enjoy doing many different types of projects, both residential and commercial.

We have built homes, condos, vet clinics, a horse hospital, shopping centers and barns. Nothing is out of our reach!

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Superior Craftsmanship Attention to detail and superior craftsmanship has provided many St. Louis families with the home they have always dreamed of.

Mike’s hands-on approach to building homes ensures that you’ll get the custom home of your dreams and an enjoyable building experience at the same time. This type of attention ensures that you will be comfortable and satisfied every step of the way.

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DOING IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME Care and Craftsmanship Langeneckert Homes has proudly served the St. Louis community with new home construction and remodeling since 1986.

Brad Langeneckert, President, takes a hands-on approach to every detail and provides the care and craftsmanship that makes Langeneckert Homes a premier custom home builder and renovation expert in the St. Louis area.

Exclusive to You Our design/build services start with your desire to craft a home designed exclusively for you. Our team, consisting of an architect, interior designer, and our own experienced staff listen to your ideas and desires. The details are well thought out, and costs have been clearly discussed – eliminating any surprises during the construction phase.

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Secret Retreat The Estates at Autumn Farms is the best kept secret in Wildwood, MO. Our heavily wooded 3-plus acre sites are a haven for the wildlife that abounds.Tucked in a private enclave, Autumn Farms is a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. We invite you to share the experience.

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THE MAHN WAY Total Commitment When you choose us to be your home builder, you choose a company that strives for quality craftsmanship with attention to detail. Our commitment to customer service means we are just that: committed. We work hard to ensure that we meet our clients’ needs and special requests, and we care about what concerns they have.

Envision Success Whatever your vision, we invite you to become an active participant and keep you apprised of our progress through our unique project management tool. With this tool, you can see your project calendar and view change orders and timeline updates. We work together to design and build exactly what you want.

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Hands-On Help We are accessible. Mike Mahn is a hands-on president who is involved every step of the way — from the pre-construction process to the post-sales service. Our dedicated team is here to listen and offer fresh ideas and recommendations both on the front line and behind the scenes.

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Working Together Our philosophy is simple—it’s about teamwork.

When you have hardworking and incredible people working together as a team, you can’t ask for a better functioning business model. We have created a culture of developing people, too.

We believe if employees are given the proper guidance and opportunities, they will become the future leaders of your organization.

Expert Experience McBride Homes is the largest home builder in the state of Missouri. With 75 years of homebuilding experience, our mission is to continue providing a wide range of homes, products and price points, plus value for our customers and the best locations in the St. Louis metro area.

Staying Ahead McBride continuously stays on the forefront of design and innovation with our Design Studio, a 10,000-square-foot showroom in Chesterfield Valley where buyers personalize their dream home. Our Design Studio has created a world-class home buying experience, while providing a higher caliber of customer service and satisfaction.

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WHERE DREAM HOMES COME TRUE Unique Builds Our unique approach to custom builds creates true collaboration, taking guesswork and uncertainty out of the process. We bring our passion to every project, along with the finest materials, impeccable design selections, and top-quality craftsmanship. With our focused attention-to-detail, we make sure to get it right the first time.

Trust the Experts Buying a home is a huge investment, which means selecting a builder requires an immense amount of trust. That’s why we take extra care throughout the entire process to make certain our clients get exactly what they envision. After the finishing touches are complete, follow-up services offer continued support.

755 S. New Ballas Road, STE 210 St. Louis, MO 63141 314-997-2300 prestigech.com

Peace of Mind At Prestige Custom Homes we care about our new homeowners and are committed to ensuring your satisfaction. That’s why every new Prestige home comes with a home warranty from Quality Builders Warranty to provide you with that additional peace of mind.

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DREAM TO REALITY Quality Driven We’re a family-owned, custom home building and specialty carpentry company.

We have been building unique homes, renovations and additions throughout St. Louis for more than 25 years, building a reputation of integrity, honesty, superior customer service and an outstanding finished product. Homeowners are the top priority, and we are grateful for their valuable testimonials, referrals and continued business.

One-of-a-kind Service Our primary business is building one-of-a-kind custom homes for our clients. We want to partner with you long before the ground is broken on your home. We can help you find the right property, provide referrals for superior St. Louis architects and designers, offer cost savings recommendations and custom build your dream home.

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Custom Carpentry Our sister company, Tegethoff Carpentry, is responsible for providing carpentry services for all of our projects. The company has a team of incredibly talented carpenters who are truly artists in their field.This team works on all of our home projects, helping to create spectacular and unique living spaces for our clients.

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WHERE DESIGN & FUNCTION MEET Fine Design Anne Marie Design Studio is a fine kitchen and bath boutique dedicated to function through design. Representing a range of carefully selected manufacturers, we recommend products and services best suited to your vision and budget.

Emphasizing clear and consistent communication to give you the peace of mind that your project is in good hands.

A Dream Come True Every home is as unique as the family that gathers within. That’s why at Anne Marie Design Studio, it’s our purpose to make your dreams into reality.

From kitchens to bathrooms and everything in between, we’ll design and renovate your home from the ground up.

The Sky’s the Limit During our first meeting, we get a feel for your personality and spatial expectations. Your inspiration images and questions are our jumping off point to create a space that is not only beautiful but also makes sense spatially, functionally and financially for you.

17014 New College Avenue, Suite E Wildwood, MO 63040 636-821-3395 annemariestudio.com

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DESIGNING LIFESTYLES Knowledge and Experience Kitchen design, bath design and interior remodeling (space planning) is how BaumHouse design is best known among our clients.

Celebrating 20 years as a designer, Julie Baum, ASID, is grounded in the basic principles of listening to what the client desires and has knowledge to make it happen.

Small Operation, Big Reward BaumHouse design is small. By developing and maintaining professional trade relationships, we are able to get your project completed.

BaumHouse acts as general contractor on most projects, alleviating the day-to-day coordination of details that go into a remodeling project.

We work with you to complete the project as smoothly as possible.

Making Dreams Come True At the end of a project, the best reward is a happy homeowner. BaumHouse design strives to make all ideas and wishes come true. Honesty and communication are a huge part of bringing the project to a completion that exceeds expectations. Much effort goes into your project’s outcome from our very first meeting.

Our team will not disappoint.

BaumHouse design 11 Vance Rd, St. Louis, MO 63088 636-225-9000 Baumhousedesign.com

INTERIOR DESIGN Building your dream home

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THE SOURCE OF STYLE Defining Design At The Design Source LTD., we create personal spaces that support the well-being and uplift the spirits of the people who dwell there. Combining timeless design with optimal functionality is our gift and epitomizes our design philosophy. We value creative expression, service to others and listening with honest and trusting communication.

You can count on us for creating environments that honor those who live in them.

Know Your Stuff We thrive on homeowners’ input. The more we receive, the more satisfied you will feel with your new home! Our design vision process establishes a thorough framework that becomes our sole focus.

With a clear understanding of our client’s needs, wants and dreams, we actualize our client’s vision.

Every moving piece is taken into consideration to achieve a result that you will love!

Building a Masterpiece It is imperative that our team of professionals work together harmoniously. When each discipline brings their expansive experience and expertise to the table, masterpieces are built! Sharing ideas and best practices result in a great working relationship with the homeowners as well as our industry partners. Honest and trusting communication are our keys to success.

636-391-7640 TheDesignSourceLTD.com

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BEYOND THE CLOSET Organization Expertise After twenty years of improving St. Louis spaces, David Gast renamed his business “Beyond Storage - a space improvement company” reflecting the expanded scope of his business. It provides storage solutions for closets, pantries, mudrooms, home offices, garages, laundry rooms and more.

If you have a space that needs more storage or better organization, they can help you.

Use Your Space They understand space constraints can be a pain and that proper home organization is essential for the functionality and appearance of your home, and they offer unique home storage solutions that will help you organize and take advantage of the available space in your home. Once your home is organized, you’ll notice your home has more space than ever before.

Satisfy Your Needs As part of transforming your space, Beyond Storage allows you to choose the design and then work with our team to create a storage system that meets your needs. They offer a variety of customized accessories for optimal home organization such as cabinets, shelving, desks, night stands, bins and more.

2033 Concourse Drive, St. Louis, MO 314-997-0150 beyondstoragestl.com

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STEPPING IT UP Quality, Detail, Soul Creating stairs, millwork and doors by hand has always been the work of artisans. We’ve crafted custom staircases and architectural millwork since 1899.

It’s our passion, and that shows in the quality, detail and soul we put into every single woodwork project.

Customization is Key Customization is vital to making your space unique. That’s why we are a proud distributor of Kolbe Windows & Doors, an industry leader in custom windows and doors designed to fit any unique vision. You bring the idea, and our knowledgeable staff will help you choose the right Kolbe products for your project.

Visual Appeal Blending form, function, engineering and architectural nuances is what we do. All wood, metal, glass and stone can be flowed individually or jointly into a staircase. The three-dimensional curves, turns, bends and free-flowing railings and stair parts offer endless visual appeal. There’s really no place else in a space where you can make a statement so dramatically.

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DesigningDRAMA Hollywood Regency design, also known as Hollywood glam, takes inspiration from the California coast in the mid-twentieth century. Here to be seen, Hollywood Regency doesn’t shy away from the glamorous side of design with eye-catching metallics, luxurious fabrics and a sophisticated atmosphere.

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Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern Since this design style began in the Hollywood golden age in the 1930s, much of furniture associated with Hollywood Regency style falls into the Art Deco category.

Art Deco pieces are categorized by simple, clean, streamlined shapes with an ornamental twist. Like art deco pieces, Mid-century modern furniture and decor is simple and streamlined, which takes the focus from the furniture and redirects it to lavish, high-shine decorations.

While these two styles are a great place to start, don’t let them limit you! Hollywood Regency works well with all things glamorous, from ‘60s mod-inspired pieces to contemporary silhouettes.

Concise, Central Color Hollywood Regency style puts an emphasis on the decorations and accessories in a room. To make these accessories stand out, opt for a neutral color palette on your walls to create contrast. To amp up the glam, choose a dark base color to make the space feel rich and moody.

Embrace the Unexpected Though the ‘30s influence this style, Hollywood Regency isn’t tied to any one certain time period, so feel free to mix it up! The purpose of Hollywood glam is to shock, interest and excite both guests and yourself, so choose pieces that bring you joy and fit your style without worrying about the design period they are modeled after.

However, make sure the pieces are contrasting rather than clashing.

Jewel Tones Galore What’s more luxurious than jewels? Using jewel tones as accent colors creates a regal air in any space. Deep hues such as dark purple and emerald green give the room pops of colors without overwhelming the oh-so-important accessories.

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Light Up the Stage Light fixtures can make or break a space’s atmosphere. When choosing your light fixtures for a Hollywood Regency design, focus on whether you’d like them to highlight your accessories or become a room’s centerpiece. For spaces with high ceilings or room for extra drama, select an eye-catching chandelier as a shining focal point.

Time to Shine Working with a neutral color palette on the walls will give your accessories the spotlight. When choosing accessories, pick pieces that have high-contrast and metallic finishes. Materials such as crystal, marble and stone also work well with metallics and can lend a luxurious feel to your room.

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Livable Luxury While the furniture and central color palette appear simple, the fabric choices for the room’s main pieces shouldn’t be.

Create a livable space with lush textiles like silk, velvet and high-quality faux fur to make your space beautiful to behold and comfortable for your family and guests.

Floor-to-Ceiling Style Window treatments are a simple way to add a sense of grandeur to a space.

Treat the drapes as a statement piece by choosing a rich fabric in a jewel tone or invest in high-quality sheers to add quiet drama. No matter the fabric or color you choose, make the room appear larger, brighter and grander with floor-to-ceiling treatments.

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The newest place to make a statement in your home is the staircase. Traditionally utilitarian in design, staircases have the potential to be so much more than a means of going up or down.

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1. Sweeping Stairs

By Kirkwood Stair & Millwork. The stairs are a sweeping curve using white oak on stained areas. The challenge of the project was the wide, seamless curb wall carrying the balustrade and ending the railings with a climbing termination fitting and pedestal at the bottom of the stairs. The hidden lighting on all the treads, risers and stringers was also a challenge.

2. Suspended Stairs

By Bergland + Cram. The stairway suspends from the main floor aperture by way of individual square tube steel stirrups. Each stirrup supports the tread immediately above and below its position. The treads and lower landing are made with laminations of maple for strength and dimensional stability.

The display wall and office barn door beyond the stairs features farm building cladding materials that were reclaimed from the site as an homage to the history of the property.

3. Bold Aesthetic

By Pulp Design Studio. Stairs are a beautiful place to make a statement! When designing this staircase, it was important to think of bringing a statement with more than the stairs itself. The designer clad the walls in this double volume space with a patterned grasscloth to create a bold aesthetic that just makes the clients happy!

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4. Floating Solid

By Lark Architecture and Environs Development. This stair was custom designed and built to have a floating look, but with a solid, substantial feel. It is supported by a concealed stringer in the wall on one side and a C-Channel blackened steel stringer on the other. Solid blackened steel rods run floor to floor as an open and modern guardrail. The stair treads consist of heavy, custom-built white oak boxes, each extending back several inches past the face of the next.

Photography by Jessica I. Miller.

5. Gorgeous Glass

By Shinberg Levinas Architects. This residence in historic Georgetown Square in Washington, DC dates back to the 1840s. It is actually a combination of two townhouses that were joined by the former owner.

The new owners ventured to adapt the house to their vast contemporary art collection among three floors of living space. A floating staircase connects the different levels.

6. Bring the Light

By Trillium Architects. The challenge was to modernize and bring light to a stale and gloomy staircase. White shiplap with modern light weight metal hand rails and a carpet from Stark pulled it all together.

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7. Pick-Up Sticks

By SKD Architects. The stairway is part of an open floor plan and meant to be an artful feature off the foyer. The designer calls the rail “Pick-up Sticks”. It is a metal metallic coated rail with a Walnut cap. Randomly spaced rods and metal plate steel create an eye catching piece of art.

The substantial feel of the stair comes from the thick stair nosings and California carpet wrap, which makes each step stand out.

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

By Moe Godat

Cultural Crossings, Portland, Oregon Architect: Kenga Kuma & Associates Photography courtesy of Kenga Kuma & Associates

The Portland Japanese Garden was an already celebrated landscape more than five decades old, but an expansion by Kenga Kuma & Associates employed traditional Japanese building techniques with contemporary materials to make the new and old portions of the garden blend together seamlessly. The project aimed to further the garden’s purpose of intercultural exchange and dynamic learning; the existing garden was already renowned as one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, but the addition adheres more closely with modern and contemporary Japanese design practices and aesthetics. Through

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using a more modern approach, Cultural Crossings became more than a preservation of Japanese gardening traditions in the Portland area and embraced environmental developments while showcasing a cultural union. One way they exemplified this marriage of old and new was through an authentic medieval castle wall on the west edge of the plaza built by a 15th-generation Japanese stonemason using only local materials, such as Eastern Oregon Baker Blue granite. The gardens are now a shining example not of how our cultures differ, but how we can learn and grow from the people around us.

Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay, Singapore Architect: Grant Associates / Photography by Darren Soh

You can experience the splendor of nature both indoors and out in the Gardens by the Bay in Singapore. Inspired by the orchid flower, the national flower of Singapore, the gardens’ design follows the exotic beauty and physiology of the orchid with its appearance and energy management, especially water and waste. Designed by Grant Associates in 2006, the Bay South Garden contains eye-catching attractions, starting with Dragonfly Lake where most tourists enter on the 440-meter boardwalk. To spot real dragonflies, use binoculars on the walk’s northern end. Next comes the Heritage Gardens, which represent Singapore’s three main enthic groups (Chinese, Malay and Indian) as well as the country’s colonial heritage through the spice trade. Perhaps the most iconic architectural aspect of the Bay South Gardens, are the Supertrees. Each stand 25 to 50 meters tall and, aside from their striking appearance, they also provide shade for this section of the gardens and house numerous plant species within their trunks. A walk on the OCBC Skyway, which connects the treetops, will give visitors a breathtaking view of the gardens and the surrounding city.

NEO Bankside, London, United Kingdom.

Architect: Gillespies Photography courtesy of Gillespies/Jason Gairn

The main focus of the outdoor area at the NEO Bankside Development, an upscale apartment building in the heart of London, was to wed both the private aspects of a personal garden with the energy of a public park in town. These spaces allow residents to engage with nature while creating a micro-ecological environment inside a bustling urban setting. To separate the space from the city clamor, the gardens are lined with trees to create tranquil green spaces filled with seasonal fruit trees, bee hives and an herb garden. Linear groves of aspen and birch trees create a public area between the apartment complex and the neighboring building, Tate Modern. The landscape architects wanted this space to be beautiful and functional while making as minimal of an environmental impact as possible. To achieve this, they planted a wide variety of native plants, which would not only grow robustly and tolerate local weather conditions and the stresses of a public environment, but would serve to educate residents about their native flora as well. With sustainability and biodiversity in mind, the gardens of NEO Bankside provide an oasis amidst a busy city scape.

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Fashion-Forward FLICKER Gas powered lights have made a huge comeback in the St. Louis design scene. Local professionals give us their take on the longevity of this hot trend.

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Classic

Gas lights are definitely a classic. They have been used continuously for centuries. We now have light bulbs that simulate the "gas" look.

Gas lights will be around for a long time to come. Linda Kusmer, Total Interior Designs.

Gas lights with their soft romantic glow are always a classic, and with cleaner more contemporary styles today, they are appropriate in a wide variety of projects. That said, as eco-awareness grows among clients who don’t want to be seen as insensitive to climate change, they will think twice before using them as entry fixtures. Robert Idol, IDOL DESIGN. Gas lighting has come a long way, not just in function but in style. Modern gas lighting is being used in residential, business and commercial applications more than ever before.

The unlimited design potential, combined with the beauty of an open flame, makes gas lanterns the perfect choice for any lifestyle.

Mike Craft, Metro Lighting.

Gas lanterns are a beautiful option for home exteriors. Their elegant look, exquisite craftsmanship and unique glow offer a timeless feel that complements the style and architecture of your home. They take us back to a simpler time with a warm ambience that cannot truly be replicated by any modern bulb. Nichole Kennelly, Wilson Lighting.

They are definitely a classic decorative accent for the home! There is nothing that provides the same ambience as the inviting warm glow of a gas light at the entrance to your home. I have been around long enough to remember the post-mounted gas lights that appeared in the late 1960s. We had one in our front yard, and I have loved them ever since.

Typically, if used as coach lights at an entry door, planning for the gas line needs to be done during the new construction building stage, but it is not impossible to add them later. Gas lamps are classic and here to stay!

Julie Baum, BaumHouse Design.

Gas lanterns have been around since the late 17th century. Their warm glow adds ambience to any setting from traditional to contemporary. Unfortunately they do not provide an abundance of light. Anyone thinking of using them should consider their light needs and supplement with other lighting to assure the area is adequately lit. I like seeing them in outdoor living areas where their beauty can be enjoyed more! They are a timeless classic.

Bill Hughes, Amini’s Galleria.

The warm flicker of a flame is very inviting and elegant in a fireplace or in a gas lantern.

Gas lighting started in the late 1700s out of necessity, but remains a popular choice today

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to light patios, porches, gardens, restaurants and other businesses. Gas lights are a great way to add charm and authenticity to a historical renovation project. Most of the gas fixtures today actually have an electric start and are turned on and off with a switch; so easy, yet elegant. Gas lights are a fabulous and timeless way to incorporate elegant lighting. Definitely a classic!

Barbara Collins, Barbara Collins Interior Design.

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This is definitely a craze. Gas lights are not energy efficient when compared to LED or low-voltage options. Additionally, keeping these lit can be problematic so the maintenance makes them more trouble than they’re worth. David Schneider, Schneider Kennedy Design.

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Who doesn’t love a flickering natural flame welcoming guests to their home? Adding gas lights to an historic home is, of course, a classic and creates an ambience that manmade flicker lights can’t hold a candle to. But putting them on just any new construction, that’s a craze. For starters, it’s expensive, not just for the light fixtures but to run the gas lines to support the lights.

If you love the look but not the remodeling cost, consider flicker light bulbs. They will give you the look without the price tag, and when the next craze comes along you can change them! CJ Knapp, Yours by Design.

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