Articles in Featured Homes

Her Happy Place
Warm tones and vibrant accents fill a downtown loft with the colors of Tessa Greenspan's heart
April 2012
Balancing Act
A harmonious blend of art, technology and family treasures, this spectacular custom home is a tribute to fine living
April 2012
Lightness of Being
Modern art guides the soul of a free-spirited Central West End home
March 2012
In Living Color
Wildly creative color characterizes the classic contemporary interiors of a Frontenac home
March 2012
Collective Charm
A very special peek into the luxurious residence of St. Louis legend Jon Hunt, owner of Jon Paul Designs and Collectibles
January/February 2012
Modern Glamour
“Out of the box” design gives a young family a hip yet classic home filled with glamorous touches and a healthy frame of mind
January/February 2012
History in the Making
A creative couple breathe new life into a 19th century log cabin
January/February 2012
Masterful Composition
Sky-high style in a downtown loft
November/December 2011
A Christmas Story
A traditional century home is the perfect setting for a classic Christmas
November/December 2011
Goodness, grazie!
  Years of hosting happy, humongous Thanksgiving dinners in her cozy home have made interior designer Mary Tramelli a small-space entertaining expert  
November/December 2011
Romancing the Bluffs
St. Louis Homes & Lifestyles' Favorite Home with a View
October 2011
Favorite Spaces: Diane Breckenridge-Barrett's Guest Room
October 2011
Favorite Spaces: Denise Fogarty's Dining Room
October 2011
Favorite Spaces: Heidi Hartwig's Living Room
October 2011
Favorite Spaces: Joni Spear's Family Room
2011 Favorite Spaces winner
October 2011
Favorite Spaces: Ellen Kurtz's Lower Level
2011 Favorite Spaces winner
October 2011
Favorite Spaces: Amie Corley's Sunroom
2011 Favorite Spaces winner
October 2011
A Painterly Approach
Joy Grdnic, owner of the fabulous Fountain on Locust, adds her creative touch to a home steeped in history
September 2011
A Simple Twist of Fate
A sprawling mid-century ranch designed by famed architect William Adair Bernoudy undergoes a sleek, urbane transformation
September 2011
Sublime Sanctuary
Luxurious yet livable, this extraordinary lower level retreat redefines classic to become a West County family’s everyday getaway
September 2011
Sentimental Journey
With generations of memories as the mortar and love flowing freely from its very foundation, an old farmhouse in Town and Country is so much more for the lucky couple who...
September 2011
No Place Like Home
A Mexican-inspired pool house adds to a busy family's backyard getaway  
August 2011
C'est Magnifique!
Defined by inviting elegance and a love of all things French, this eclectic-chic home is an imaginative composition of mix-and-matched treasures  
August 2011
Living the Suite Life
A bachelor's penchant for hotel luxe is reinvented in his Midtown Alley loft  
August 2011
Simply Elegant
Interior designer Carolyn Grove creates a classically contemporary high-rise home for a Central West End couple
June July 2011
A Playful Palette
A warm and welcoming Town & Country home mixes high-energy hues and lively patterns for a refreshing twist on the traditional
June July 2011
Young at Heart
June July 2011
A Second Chance
A Midtown Alley loft is reborn into an extraordinary space where modern, city style and family-friendly, traditional touches exist in harmony
May 2011
Home is Where Her Heart Is
Alive with color, this delightfully designed Frontenac residence is a treasure trove of family memories and gifts from the past
May 2011
Midwestern Belle
Friendly formality describes a classically elegant and French-inspired home that blends European élan with down-to-earth American style
April 2011
Gracious Grandeur
A magnificent haven of high art and thoughtful design, this elegant, turn-of-the-century home shines with stately sophistication
April 2011
Natural Wonder
Defined by its serene surroundings, this magnificent mid-century home combines eclectic design with a decidedly modern “tree house” feel
March 2011
An Artistic Approach
Eye-catching creativity punches up the volume in this modern-minded loft that exudes plenty of personality and charm
March 2011
New York State of Mind
A glamorous suburban condo sparkles with big-city sophistication
January/February 2011
Mixing it up
Opposites attract in this eclectic Central West End home, where a sense of nostalgia takes on a modern point of view
January/February 2011
Wrapped in Comfort
A timeless renovation transforms a contemporary Ladue ranch into a nesting place that cradles its owners in the warmth of love and family
November/December 2010
Visions of Sugarplums
A University City family creates the Christmas of its dreams. . . year after year
November/December 2010
A Beautiful History
Two couples turn the page on a new chapter in their lives and find their place in history at St. Louis’ crown jewel – The Chase
September 2010
That's Entertainment
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring... This Frontenac Home Has Everything
September 2010
English Rose
Travels through England inspire European style in a Clayton condo.
August 2010
A Diamond in the Rough
A design evolution unfolds with color, texture and timeless appeal.
August 2010
Masterful Presentation
Notably poised and designed for sharing, the home of Tom and Ruth Brouster proclaims its presence with a declaration of classic elegance.
June/July 2010
Canvas of Color
Originality punctuates a Clayton home with style and a sense of humor.
April 2010
Picture Perfect
An enchanting restoration recreates the charm of a bygone era.
April 2010
Oscar-Worthy Style
Choreographed to perfection, this glamorous condo is a showstopper.
March 2010
Building a Legacy
Inspired by a love of Italy, Illinois homeowners build a home with a focus on gathering and enjoying life.
January 2010
Capturing Christmas
Adorned for the holidays, the custom-built home of Gordon and Jan Gundaker sparkles with sheer elegance and the wonderment of the season.
November 2009
A Holiday Silhouette
A heavenly high-rise welcomes holiday guests with down-to-earth style and a dash of southern hospitality.
November 2009
Provincial Perfection
The rolling countryside of St. Albans is the setting for a remarkable European-inspired residence.
October 2009
Delightful. Delicious. De-lovely!
Cool sophistication blends with classic elegance in this stunning Central West End condo that recalls the glamour and refinement of its lavish past.
October 2009
History Revived
A Ladue couple embraces the past to create the home of their dreams today.
September 2009
A Breath of Fresh Air
Coastal-inspired condominium living sparkles in Grafton, Illinois.
September 2009
Reaching a New Height
With a brilliant collaboration of industry experts, an incredible, technology-filled lower level “getaway” space is a step above the rest.
August 2009
Inspired by Provence
A magnificently designed St. Albans home exudes the refined elegance of a grande maison in the South of France.
June 2009
Back to the Future
Minimalism and nostalgia define a sleek, retro-inspired home on the edge of the city.
June 2009
A Blissful Interlude
Nestled in Innsbrook’s picturesque countryside, a Midwest “mountain getaway” opens its doors to relaxation and carefree gatherings.
May 2009
Brilliant Definition
Superb design illuminates an urban condominium.
May 2009
Artistic Rendition
A glamorous transformation and a classic design style define a custom home for its new owners.
May 2009
In Perfect Harmony
An appreciation of past and present moves a suburban homeowner to create a home where history and beauty reside in accord.
April 2009
A Modern Twist
An artistically defined Central West End Home transcends time with a formula for exceptional modern design.
April 2009
Over the Rainbow
An Illinois cottage reflects the vision of yesteryear.
March 2009
Hidden Treasures
A family with a love of the Pacific coast blends their affection for all things nautical with an affinity for welcoming, traditional décor.
March 2009
A New Dawn
Kitchen designer, Chris Berry, selected her historic St. Charales Frenchtown home with the vision of its renaissance.
March 2009
Small Space, Great Place
Less is more in a sleek, stylish studio space in the center of the city.
January 2009
Gorgeous and Green
St. Louis Homes & Lifestyles partnered with custom builder Eric Janssen to build its premiere Living Green Showhouse to benefit Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center...
January 2009
A Season to Celebrate
A Christmas house sparkles with “out of the box” trimmings.
November 2008
Bountiful Elegance
An urban town home is layered in warmth and timeless beauty.
November 2008
Capturing Happiness
A Washington Avenue penthouse sparkles with imaginative spirit.
October 2008
An Open Invitation
Indoor living makes a smooth transition to the outdoors in a newly remodeled Webster Groves home.
September 2008
All in Sync
Modern décor transforms a historic space at the edge of the city’s loft district.
September 2008
Element of Surprise
A mid-century modern home designed by William Adair Bernoudy harmonizes in balance with its natural setting.
August 2008
A Place in History
A Kingsbury Place mansion eases comfortably into a new century.
June 2008
A Beauty to Behold
An authentic restoration makes a grand statement with impeccable style.
May 2008
High Style
A Clayton high-rise draped in Park Avenue glam sparkles against the city skyline.
April 2008
Thoroughly Modern
Dramatic details and brilliant works of art spotlight a suburban home designed with incomparable finesse.
March 2008
Graceful Living
Breathtaking views of the city capture the hearts of Rosemary and Michael Wick in their high-rise home, where generosity, hospitality and personality prevail.
January 2008
Tradition Takes a Holiday
The best Christmas of all is the presence of a happy family all wrapped up with one another.
November 2007
Balancing Act
This Central West End home features a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary styles and the perfect mix of urban flair and historical charm.
October 2007
Casual Elegance
The home of Jeff and Diana Kolb warms the heart at the holidays
November 2006
Awash in Color
“Color can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways.” - Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) Irish poet
January 2007
East Meets West
Art and Architectural Elements Mix in a St. Louis Home
March 2007
Modern View
Park East Tower adds big-city glamour to the Central West End
April 2007
Serenity and Surprise
"I don't think I've ever seen a place so happily situated." -Elizabeth Bennet, upon seeing Pemberley House for the first time, in Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
May 2007
True to Character
Interior designer Chandra Fessler from June Roesslein Interiors creates a welcoming contemporary loft with a focus on city living at its best.
June 2007
Catch a Wave of Color
Splashes of color in a Central West End home paint an urban paradise with a South Beach feel.
August 2007
Embellishing the Past
A Ladue home blends history with sophisticated style in a timeless transformation.
September 2007