The “Oscars” of the architectural, building, and interior design industries took place on November 6th, and what a night it was. As they say in movie parlance, “That’s a Wrap!” The dazzling event crystallized at the posh and historic 21c Museum hotel, and was the result of months of scrupulous planning to showcase the best and brightest stars of St. Louis. First, on the street, cars lined up for the valet, attendees then climbed the colorful “Fallen Fruit” staircase up to the 21c museum areas. Servers passed delicious hors d’oeuvres. Guests supped craft cocktails, top-shelf bourbons, fine wines, and all manner of libations while mingling with the tony crowd. A tingle was in the air as the time was approaching to find out who would walk away with a coveted SOPHI. Wait no more… Read on to see who won and the work that earned their trophies.
Read MoreBob Clark has built one of the country’s largest construction firms, Clayco. Here, he reflects on his journey from start-up to top builder, evolving from his earliest company motto, "Construction Success" to the current one, "The Art and Science of Building."
Through the years, renowned photographer Matt McFarland has captured the essence of Clark's vision. Read and see more about how their partnership continues to make an indelible industry imprint for all to see now and into the future.
After a two-year renovation, a home in St. Louis, perfect for the nationally recognized couple of ESPN sportscasters, Joe Buck and his wife Michelle Beisner-Buck, their twin sons and Delilah, their dog, is ready. Take a peek inside.
Read MoreChris Stratmann and Clif LaPlante resided in the Central West End. After years in a 6,000-square foot historic home on Westminster Place, they had downsized to a condo. And then they started browsing online, and, well — Oh, Zillow. They found a home on a 1-acre lot not far from the city, and with a little imagination they have transformed the 1928 house the original owners would recognize from the front drive. But that’s all. Read on to find out how the online home search engine Zillow changed their lives.
Read MoreHomeowners of a Frontenac home wanted a house that was clean, contemporary, fresh, and flooded with light with an open concept, a modern yet warm home. Kelly Johnson of Kelly Johnson Design, created a team with Nick and Kelly Kenter, president-ceo of the construction company Sitelines, to make that vision a reality. The result is, in a word, stunning. See for yourself here.
Read MoreA decade ago when this homeowner strolled through the front door of this century home in Parkview Place, she was moonstruck. “It was love at first sight,” she recalls. While the home captured her heart, the décor did not. While the previous owners took great care of the 1923 home, it hadn’t been updated since the 1980’s. So, the homeowners sought out interior designers and landed on Channing Krichevsky and Maria Hogrefe of C&M Interiors. Read on to learn of the transformation.
Read MoreIn September, the eyes of the interior design world collectively cast its discerning gaze on Paris for the Maison&Objet show and Paris Design Week. Read on for a behind-the-scenes look at how Parisian designers and artisans Franck Genser and Bina Baitel employ a transdisciplinary approach to bring elegant and exciting interiors to life.
Read MoreWhen Chelsea, founder of Chelsea Design Company, took on the hurculean task of transforming an aging farmhouse into a 21st-century stunner, an elegant farmhouse in Kimmswick, Missouri on the Mississippi was the result. Read here how she and her team rose to the challenge.
Read MoreIt took a St. Louis family five years to find just the right property for their second home. But once they did, they immediately knew it was right for them. When they found their spot, they knew it was perfect at first sight: 170 acres of rolling hills, high vistas in the Augusta-Defiance area.
Read MoreTradeshows and markets have come roaring back across the globe in 2023, with companies using events such at the Consumer Electronics Show. the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, and Maison & Objet/Paris Design Week to launch products aimed at both the trade and consumers.
Read MoreOwner of St. Louis luxury home gets makeover from Kelly Johnson Design.
Read MoreWhen this St. Louis couple started looking for a new home, they had no trouble finding the perfect neighborhood: one with nearly two-acre lots, plenty of mature trees, and close to their friends. The problem was finding the perfect house – so they decided to build it.
Read MoreInheriting your parents’ house as an adult comes with its own set of unique challenges – especially for those who decide to turn their childhood home into one for the next generation. Chief among them: How do you honor your own memories (as well as those of your parents) of living there with the need to create a home of your own, one that’s right for your family?
Read More21c Museum Hotels is set to open a new hotel at 1528 Locust Street in the spring of 2023. General Manager, JP Roberts, has just announced some of the leading roles that will shape the new hotel.
Read MoreHistoric Italian leather atelier Poltrona Frau marks a milestone through landmark collaborations and executing a vision for a more sustainable future.
Read MoreWhen you design high-end kitchens and baths for a living, it’s hard to pick your five or even 10 favorite projects. And that’s how it was with Jenny Rausch from Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath. I might as well have asked her to choose her favorite child. Instead, she offered, “My favorite thing I have ever designed is our family’s cottage in the woods.” After I looked at photos and heard the story of the cottage, it was easy to see and understand why.
Read MoreLaura and Paul Miller had always planned to one day move from their Portland Place century home to a condo in the Chase Park Plaza with their dog, a 140-pound Leonberger named Cricket. But one day became today during the pandemic, when rising home prices convinced them that this would be an opportune time to downsize.
Read MoreFor David Stine, every piece of furniture he makes begins with a walk in the woods. His own 1,000-acre woods.
Read MoreRelax and recline in these high flying seating options for summer.
Read MoreThis month’s design home features Chelsea Design Co.
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