In kitchens, light unabashedly symbolizes joyful happiness. Creating lighter possibilities within a darker kitchen was the exact mission of a St. Louis family of four when they contracted a remodeling project. Enter Ladue-based Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath designer Christine Paul and team to this renewal rescue.

Seeking a life makeover, the Lindons left their 10-acre farm in Virginia in 2016 and bought a 1904 World’s Fair showpiece house in the Central West End. “There are street parties, and it’s easy to get together with people for a glass of wine or walk over to a restaurant,” says Dr. Britt Lindon, of their neighborhood. “We have our annual Easter egg hunt that we all cook a lunch dish for. It’s extremely social and kid friendly.”

Denver, Colorado

Located in downtown Denver, Populus, a 135,000-square-foot hotel with 265 guest rooms, combines creativity and conservation. “Denver strikes a unique balance between being a vibrant city and a gateway to some of the country’s most awe-inspiring natural landscapes,” says Jeanne Gang, founding partner of Studio Gang. “Our goal was to draw from this distinct urban character and rich ecology to create a building that would help define the skyline of this thriving city.”

Chairs are an essential part of our homes. We use them in living rooms, dining rooms, entryways and bedrooms. They’re a convenient place to sit and put on your shoes at the start of the day and a welcome respite as you wind down in the evenings. From their form to their function, chairs are an irreplaceable piece of furniture in your indoor and outdoor spaces. We’ve gathered a collection of iconic chairs from the past to learn more about the all-important furniture piece.

Join us for the return of our spring decor tour with 4 new shops!

Shop casually all day + get rid of your winter blues with new spring decor and design tips from local design shops.