House of Lou – Détails, épisodes et analyse

As the leaves begin to turn, join host Veronica Theodoro for a discussion on the world of trees and their importance in our everyday lives. Mike Sestric, president of Trees, Forests, and Landscapes, shares his extensive knowledge gained from 30-plus years in tree care across Missouri and California. As a board-certified master arborist and president of the Midwest Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture, Mike dispels common misconceptions about tree care and offer insights on how to best care for trees in our own neighborhoods. Tune in for a conversation about the essential role trees play in our environment and how to invest in them wisely. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by Habitat for Humanity St. Louis ReStores. 

Shop and donate new and used building materials, furniture, and home improvement supplies at Habitat for Humanity ReStores while also supporting affordable housing in St. Louis. To learn about store locations and hours of operation, visit habitatstl.org.

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Byrd Designer Consignment 
• Ditton Family Resale 
• May’s Place 
• DOS Resale Boutique 
• Forty Elephants 
• Trees, Forests, and Landscapes 
• Forest ReLeaf of Missouri 
• Missouri Botanical Garden 
• Midwestern Chapter International Society of Arboriculture 
• St. Louis Arborist Association 
• Forrest Keeling Nursery

You may also enjoy these articles from SLM:

• Top-performing native plants for the St. Louis area
• How to grow a beautiful garden in St. Louis
• 'House of Lou' Podcast: Digging into native plants and gardens
• More episodes of House of Lou

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Join host Veronica Theodoro as she welcomes Julius Hunter to the podcast—a beloved St. Louis journalist, TV anchor, and historic preservationist. Discover Julius' passion for bringing light to St. Louis' rich architectural heritage, highlighted in his two iconic coffee table books on the city's premier private streets. Listen in as he shares stories from his childhood growing up in the shadows of the grand houses on Vandeventer Place, his illustrious and varied career, and his work with the Missouri History Museum, Campbell House Museum, and the Julius K. Hunter and Friends African American Research Collection. Plus, learn about the prestigious Landmarks Association of St. Louis Lifetime Achievement Award he will receive this year. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by Chouteau Building Group. 

Chouteau Building Group specializes in highly custom construction projects, and collaborates with St. Louis’ best independent architects and designers to build projects that are truly one of a kind. Whether it’s a new build, addition, renovation, historic preservation and restoration, or commercial project, consider Chouteau Building Group for all of your building needs. Visit cbg-stl.com to book your consult.

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Julius Hunter
• Missouri History Museum
• Campbell House Museum
• Julius K. Hunter and Friends African American Research Collection
• Landmarks Association of St. Louis
• Kingsbury Place
• Kingsbury Place: The First Two Hundred Years by Julius Hunter
• Westmoreland and Portland Places: The History and Architecture of America's Premier Private Streets, 1888-1988 by Julius Hunter
• Vandeventer Place
• The Great Fire of 1849
• Hydraulic Press Brick Company
• Bellefontaine Cemetery
• Orchid Society of Greater St. Louis Annual Orchid Auction
• Missouri Botanical Garden
• Architect and Designer Awards

You may also enjoy these articles from SLM:

• Behind the rise—and fall—of private streets in St. Louis
• What happened to Vandeventer Place?
• How did the Great Fire of 1849 reshape St. Louis?
• 8 historic house tours in St. Louis
• Landmarks Association announces its Most Enhanced Awards
• More episodes of House of Lou

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Join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Shelley Donaho, owner of the Magic Chef Mansion in the Compton Hill Reservoir Square neighborhood. Designed by architect Ernst Janssen in 1908, the house was originally built for Charles Stockstrom, the founder of the Quick Meal & Magic Chef Stove Company, and his family. For the past 34 years, Shelley's life work has been the painstaking restoration and preservation of the home. Shelley shares insights about the history of the house, the renovation process, and what it's like to live in the French Renaissance Revival mansion. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or most places podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath and supported by Habitat for Humanity St. Louis ReStores.

From design and construction to interiors, Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath serves as a one-stop-shop for all the essentials needed to create spaces that are #NothingOrdinary. For those seeking to renovate or build, schedule a free design consultation today by visiting karrbick.com.

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Shelley Donaho
• Magic Chef Mansion
• Ernst Janssen
• Henry Kitchen and Bath
• Erin Joy
• Hoopla
• Soundtrack of My Life by Clive Davis
• Charles Stockstrom 
• Vince Gray Slate & Tile Roofing 
• Eric Ericson
• Westinghouse Refrigerators
• Central Library
• Art Mart
• City Museum
• Sustainable Backyard Tour
• Art and Imagination in Spanish America, 1500-1800

You may also enjoy these articles from SLM:

• Restoring the Magic Chef Mansion
• St. Louis garden and house tours
• 8 historic house tours in St. Louis

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St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. Their work inspires, informs, and shapes everyday life in St. Louis. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards is a new series from the House of Lou podcast that takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. Join me–Veronica Theodoro– as I sit down with some of this year’s winning interior designers and architects. We’ll share insights, inspiration, and advice for your next home project. Subscribe today to be sure you don’t miss the new series, coming in June. This series is sponsored by Design & Detail.

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If you love the excitement of discovering local second hand treasures, you'll enjoy this episode, which takes a deep dive into the world of local auctions. Join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Susan Kime, a seasoned expert from Link Auction Galleries in the Central West End, and an appraiser who's regularly featured on PBS's Antiques Roadshow. Kime unravels the mystique surrounding auctions that can be intimidating for some, offering insights that inspire you to fearlessly embark on your own bidding adventure. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or most places podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Habitat for Humanity St. Louis and supported by Opera Theatre of St. Louis.

Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis ReStores has two convenient locations open to the public featuring new and gently used home improvement products and building materials. Proceeds from the sale of donated items help fund affordable sustainable home construction in the area. 

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Link Auction Galleries
• George Fox Steedman Architectural Library
• Hartmann&Forbes
• KDR Designer Showrooms 
• Susan Sherman
• Harbison Studio
• Laura K. Sawyier 
• Sandro
• Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
• Field House Museum
• Missouri Botanical Garden’s Garden Tour
• Cedarhurst Center for the Arts

You may also enjoy these articles from SLM:

• A guide to vintage shopping in St. Louis
• The best antiques and vintage shops in St. Louis
• 10 tips for shopping estate sales in St. Louis
• From Freezers to Fine Art: A Peek into the Eclectic World of St. Louis Auctions (2016)

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If you live in a historic house or just love historic architecture, you'll enjoy hearing from this episode's guest, Dennis Northcott. Northcott is an archivist at the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center, specializing in genealogy and house history. Through a variety of digitized resources, he passionately assists researchers in their quest to uncover the stories hidden in their home, as well as the fascinating details that bring to life its past residents, making house history research more accessible and intriguing than ever before. The Missouri Historical Society's Library and Research Center is open to the public, and no membership is required. Staff members are available to assist you with your research and help answer your questions, no matter how farfetched they may seem. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or most places podcasts are available.

Thank you to Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath for sponsoring this episode. 

From design and construction to interiors, Karr Bick serves as a one-stop-shop for all the essentials needed to create spaces that are #NothingOrdinary. Schedule a free design consultation at karrbick.com.

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

We love hearing from our audience. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com or to podcasts@stlmag.com. We can't wait to hear from you!

Looking for more inspo?

Subscribe to our Design+Home newsletter to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag).

Interested in being a podcast sponsor?

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Mentioned in this episode:

• History Museum Library & Research Center
• Andrew Raimist 
• Pilgrim Congregational Church on Union
•  Washington University History Department
•  City of Maplewood
•  Hacienda Restaurant on Manchester
•  Sievers Photo Studio
•  Magic Chef Mansion
• Gingerbread houses in South City 
• City of Webster Groves 
• Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park
• Landmarks Association of St. Louis
• Westmoreland and Portland Places: The History and Architecture of America's Premier Private Streets, 1888-1988, by Julius Hunter
• Saint Louis Art Museum, Unpacking the Imperial Hotel at 100: Frank Lloyd Wright and the World

You may also enjoy these SLM articles:

• How to search for the history of a St. Louis home

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Host Veronica Theodoro is joined by artist Katherine Bernhardt, whose St. Louis home recently went viral for its eye-catching, whimsical design. (In case you missed it, check out the New York Times' house tour here before you dive into the episode.) The house, designed by St. Louis architect Gary Glenn in the mid-80s, was recently renovated by Katherine into a Memphis Milano museum of sorts. Katherine recounts the process, which began with thoroughly researching the history of the house for ideas and inspiration. The artist discusses how the house feeds her passions for color, entertaining, swimming and, even, yoga, which she practices in her living room's Memphis Milano boxing ring. Additionally, Katherine discusses plans for her next house project in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and shares her favorite places to shop for interiors and dine out in St. Louis. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or most places podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Art Museum. On view through May 12 at the Saint Louis Art Museum, "Matisse and the Sea" is the first exhibition to examine the significance of the sea across Modernist artist Henri Matisse’s career. Get tickets at slam.org/exhibitions. 

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

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Mentioned in this episode:

• T Magazine / New York Times story about Katherine Bernhardt’s house in St. Louis
• St. Louis Public Library Schlafly branch
• TikTok “Book shelf wealth” trend
• Where to donate household items in St. Louis 
• Michael Aaron McAllster (IG: @michaelaaronmcallister)
• Lime Painting
• Missouri Terrazzo 
• Missouri History Museum 
• Columbia Foundation
• Full Circle Design Works 
• Sherwin-Williams on Clayton Road 
• Katherine's home's Instagram page (IG: @5725lindell)
• Forest Park 
• The Vine Cafe
• Meskerem
• Olympia
• Cool Stuff Period
• MoModerne 
• House on Hortense
• St. Louis Antiques Festival (April 27–28)
• Delcy Morelos at Pulitzer Arts Foundation 
• Studies in Architecture at The Sheldon 
• Ettore Sotssass 
• Memphis Milano 
• ESPRIT 
• Keith Johnson (IG: @themerchantofmemphis)
• Fireplace made by Friendly Metals

You may also enjoy these SLM articles:

• National artist Katherine Bernhardt’s Midtown studio was once an auto shop

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In this episode of House of Lou, Veronica is joined by Audra Noyes Herndon; founder, CEO, and creative director of AUDRA. Audra shares details of her journey, including her move to St. Louis in 2017, as one the Saint Louis Fashion Fund's inaugural class of designers; her background working with fashion icons André Leon Tally, Zac Posen, and John Galliano, to name a few; and the inspiration behind her brand's aesthetic. Audra discusses her career highlights and passion projects, from dressing Kim Kardashian for the red carpet to designing her own wedding dress, as well as dresses for her mother and flower girls. This year, the brand celebrates its 10-year anniversary. Shop AUDRA at its showroom on Clayton in Ladue (walk-ins welcome) or online. 

Plus, Veronica talks about her recent trip to Colombia and the creative inspiration it brought her. See photos from her trip on Instagram (@vtlookbook).

Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or most places podcasts are available.

Thank you to Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath for sponsoring this episode. From design and construction to interiors, Karr Bick serves as a one-stop-shop for all the essentials needed to create spaces that are #NothingOrdinary. Schedule a free design consultation at karrbick.com.

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

We love hearing from our audience. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com or to podcasts@stlmag.com. We can't wait to hear from you!

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Subscribe to our Design+Home newsletter to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag).

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Mentioned in this episode:

• AUDRA
• MICDS
• Saint Louis Fashion Fund
• Collective Thread
• 21C Hotel
• Savannah College of Art & Design
• Alliance Française de St. Louis 
• Arch Grants
• Retta Jane
• Missouri Botanical Garden Orchid Show
• Saint Louis Art Museum's Art in Bloom
• Saint Louis Art Museum's February Drop-In Tours
• Veronica's favorite places to buy flowers: Urban Buds; Flowers & Weeds; Bloomin' Buckets

You may also enjoy these SLM articles:

• Inside St. Louis designer Audra Noyes’ new Ladue showroom
• Retta Jane, a luxury clothing label for tweens and teens, is St. Louis’ newest fashion start-up
• Where to shop for flowers in St. Louis

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In this episode of House of Lou, Veronica is joined by Shannon Callahan, outreach specialist at Bring Conservation Home, and Susie Van de Riet, owner of St. Louis Native Plants, to discuss the popular topic of native plants and "rewilding" outdoor spaces to their natural state. St. Louis' landscape, climate, and rich biodiversity makes it an ideal environment for cultivating native plants. Shannon and Susie share why we should care more about our local flowers, shrubs, and trees and how to restore original flora and animal habitats to your property. Plus, Veronica touches on exciting updates happening around her home, including refinishing an antique secretary desk and renovating the original tile work on the front entrance of the house. Get updates and photos from these projects on Veronica's Instagram (@vtlookbook) or in the weekly Design+Home newsletter. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or most places podcasts are available.

Thank you to St. Louis Symphony Orchestra for sponsoring this episode. Join your St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and music director Stéphane Deneve on February 2 as international sensation and St. Louis favorite, violinist Augustin Hadelich, returns for Samuel Barber’s lyrical Violin Concerto. Get tickets at slso.org.

Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? 

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Top-performing native plants for the St. Louis area (SLM)
• Bring Conservation Home
• St. Louis Audubon Society
• U City in Bloom
• Missouri Botanical Garden
• The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
• Shaw Nature Reserve
• St. Louis Native Plants
• The Sustainable Backyard Tour
• St. Louis garden and house tours (SLM)
• Whitmire Wildflower Garden
• Native Plant Garden Tour
• Quarrelsome Coffee
• Greenscape Gardens (Sue Leahy)
• St. Louisan Sue Leahy wasn’t much of a gardener until she got hooked on native plants
• Papillon Perennials
• Missouri Wildflower Nursery
• Forrest Keeling Nursery
• Forest Relief
• Pure Air Native
• Sue Wheeler - Wheeler Refinishing
• Wild Ones
• Orchid Show Photography class at Missouri Botanical Gardens
• Darning and Mending class at Perennials
• Pulitzer Arts Foundation (Inside Tadao Ando building)
• County Glass

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