Veronica Theodoro

2 days ago | stlmag.com | Veronica Theodoro

Foundation walls, basements, crawl spaces, lower-level rooms, and window wells are the most common areas for rainwater to pool, says Donna Delaney, owner of Dowco Enterprises in Chesterfield. And, any water inside the home that’s not from plumbing should be addressed before it can cause damage to floors, walls, insulation, and belongings, leading to mold, rot, and structural issues over time.

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Veronica Theodoro

My first thought is to add a slab of marble to the top and turn it into a table. But my sense is that you’re hoping to reclaim the space for something else. In that case, you have a few options to weigh.    To start, once a year St. Louis City residents can bring up to 12 loads of trash, yard waste, and bulk items, including old radiators, to the City Transfer Station. Be sure to plan: The station is closed Saturday-Sunday and a form of I.D. is required.

1 week ago | stlmag.com | Veronica Theodoro

Interior designer Aisling Leonard received a call a couple of years ago from a longstanding client who wanted help getting a house move-in ready, from selecting the kitchen flatware to decorating the rooms, in just five months. The timeframe was tight but not insurmountable for the award-winning talent. Subscribe to the St. Louis Design+Home newsletter to explore the latest stories from the local interior design, fashion, and retail scene. We will never send spam or annoying emails.

2 weeks ago | stlmag.com | Veronica Theodoro

Believe it or not, your front door speaks volumes. Visible for all to see, its color serves as a powerful introduction to the style and personality of the homeowner. Taking the time to choose the right shade of, say, black, yellow, or blue sets the tone for the rest of the house. Like all matters related to design, the best results are realized when homeowners take time to think through their options.

3 weeks ago | stlmag.com | Veronica Theodoro

As I prepared to host Easter brunch at home this past weekend, it occurred to me that I own too many vases. Not only do they take up valuable storage space in my kitchen, but I rarely use more than a select few. I began collecting vases, rather unintentionally, years ago when flowers became the de facto gift for Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day. I’m not complaining, but this so-called collection of clear, unassuming glassware in a range of shapes and sizes has outgrown its welcome at my home.