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Design Digest
The Art Rug at Design & Detail
Faith Berger x The Art Rug, and the Faith Berger MILANO rug collection, are now available at Design & Detail. Architects and interior designers can experience the collections in person at the showroom in Maplewood.
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree
Eckert’s Farm in Belleville, Illinois, kicks off the holiday season with the return of its Cut-Your-Own Christmas Trees. In addition, Eckert’s is bringing back its Colorful Cut Christmas Trees for the second year. These pre-cut evergreens are dyed in vibrant hues, such as white, purple, pink, magenta, dark blue, and red. Proceeds from their sale benefit Operation Food Search.
Appraisal Day at Selkirk
Gather a few of your prized heirlooms and possessions and make your way downtown to Selkirk Auctioneers and Appraisals, November 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meet with specialists to learn more about the history and value of your items. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment required.
More Photos to Search
The Missouri Historical Society Photos and Prints Department reached a milestone: 100,000 photographs and prints are now digitized in the Online Collections Search. Local genealogists and house historians will find three collections of particular interest: Schweig Studio Collection, 1935–1985; Sievers Studio Collections, 1917–1995; and the Swekosky Notre Dame College Collection, 1880–1963, which includes thousands of photographs of residential and commercial buildings.
Story-Collecting Commences for Millennium Hotel
Demolition is underway at the former Millennium Hotel site at 200 S. 4th. To preserve memories from the former hotel, Gateway Arch Park Foundation is launching a story-collecting initiative. “As we continue our forward momentum for this critical part of downtown, the Foundation remains committed to preserving the history and memories made at this former hotel site,” says Ryan McClure, executive director of Gateway Arch Park Foundation. Those interested can submit stories, photos, and oral testimonials here. As for what will replace the hotel? The Gateway Arch Park Foundation is planning a $670 million project to transform the site into a major downtown destination. Read more about the plans here.
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Sakatanoya opens December 8: Conveyor belt sushi arrives in The Loop
Experience premium sushi, sashimi, and Japanese plates gliding past your seat. Modern vibes, handcrafted cocktails, and family-friendly fun. Join The Loop for an unforgettable opening night.
How do I ensure a successful and lasting relationship with my interior designer?
Decorating a home involves various elements coming together at the right time and place: color palettes, fabrics, and well-placed furniture layouts. But ask any interior designer and he or she will tell you that the success of a project rests quite a bit on the client relationship.
According to the three St. Louis-area designers we interviewed, projects with positive outcomes are based on setting realistic expectations, trust, transparency, and collaboration.
And the importance of that first client conversation or meeting tends to set the tone for the relationship.
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on the market
A former church, renovated into a single-family residence by a local artist, hits the market
Located on South Kingshighway near Forest Park, the house blends history, art, and luxurious living into one.
A Vision Brought to Life: Artist Nabil Mousa’s vision for this once-abandoned building built in 1906 is brought to life using a kaleidoscope of color, texture, and historic materials, including brick and iron. Every inch of the space is a testament to design, craftsmanship, and imagination—one that blends history, art, and modern luxury.
Artistic Flair: Brightly colored walls and trim catch the eye from every angle, while a soaring, 25-foot- sanctuary ceiling commands attention with its intricate architectural details. The main level, the former church sanctuary, is laid out in an open-floor plan. The spacious family and living rooms feature large, black-paned windows and built-in bookshelves. The gourmet kitchen, located in the church altar, is a focal point of the home and boasts a striking, 20-foot island, custom cabinetry, walk-in pantry, and a wet bar that makes it easy to entertain. Two bedrooms are also on the first level. The primary suite is accessed by a custom staircase designed by Mousa. It opens to a spacious loft with a custom railing that overlooks the main level. With six bathrooms throughout the home, functionality is at its peak. The lower level, measuring 7,000 square feet, has been reimagined into an extraordinary creative and functional space, featuring a wine cellar, an artist studio, a vertical garden, two gallery spaces, three offices, and multiple additional rooms with limitless potential. The two custom shipping containers in the backyard can be designed into a future outdoor kitchen, bar, or lounge area. A 9-foot custom iron privacy fence encloses the property.
New Blended With Old: Every element of this home has been renewed, from the roof, brick and stone to the structural beams and the eight HVAC units, the three-phase electrical panel, and hardwood and tile flooring that was leveled to adjust for a 19-inch tilt. With 11 parking spaces, the house balances luxury, artistry, and functionality effortlessly.
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In Closing
I’ve been geeking-out about the repairs at my house, including work on the historic roof, chimneys, and windows. When I received a case study about the restoration of the roof at the Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park, including bringing back its original cedar shingle design, I couldn’t help but dig into the details.
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