Photography by Alise O'Brien House of Lou cover

House of Lou

Take a step inside the city’s creative community with St. Louis’ first design podcast. Join Veronica Theodoro, St. Louis Magazine’s Design editor-in-chief, for a front row seat to the worlds of local interior design, architecture, gardens, and fashion. Whether your home is a brick bungalow or a contemporary high rise, you’ll come away informed and inspired, with new ideas for living a beautiful life. There’s so much to see in St. Louis, if you know where to look.

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Designer Retta Tussey on fashion, interiors, and staying true to the creative life

From humble beginnings as a freelance illustrator to building a multifaceted career in interior design and fashion, Retta Tussey reflects on the personal and professional journey that shaped her success—and shares what’s next.

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Designer Meghan Heeter’s career pivot: Ättlingar

Veronica chats with Meghan Heeter about Ättlingar, the high-end mirror and medicine cabinet company she co-founded in 2024 with a former design client. Tune in as they discuss Meghan’s big career shift, building a brand from ground up, and the bigger purpose behind the work.

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Inside a Victorian restoration in Joplin ft. Susan Barrett

Love historic homes? Tune in for the story behind a years-long project that transformed two Victorian homes into a single historic house museum in Joplin.

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Christmas tree decorating with St. Louis pros Suzanne Miller and Rae Sutton

Unwrap tips and tricks from local décor experts to craft your most magical Christmas tree yet.

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From fashion to interiors: Inside Danielle Kalish’s inspiring design career

Hear how this St. Louis designer transformed her passion for style into a thriving interiors brand, and what’s next for her growing empire.

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The joys of shopping estate sales with Sugarcoat Home

Kate Pollmann and Jessica Conway of Sugarcoat Home share how they turned a love of antiques into a thriving business—and why we should all add a little more color and whimsy into our homes.

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A conversation with Melinda Klinghammer of Design & Detail

From humble beginnings to a 20,000-square-foot showroom, Design & Detail is marking 20 years of innovation. Hear the journey behind the brand and its vision for the future.

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How Ali Rand is helping rebuild St. Louis after May’s tornado

After an F3 tornado struck St. Louis, Ali Rand stepped up. Hear how this mom of five became the leader of a grassroots recovery movement.

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Gardening in St. Louis for beginners with Lee Cagle and Megan Clinton

Two passionate local gardeners share tips, tools, and inspiring stories to help you grow your green thumb.

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Local renovation pros share advice for St. Louis homeowners

Architect Kristin Moomey and designer Maria Hogrefe share their personal renovation journeys, offering practical advice and encouragement for St. Louis homeowners.

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Award-winning outdoor living with Caryn Boultinghouse

Get a behind-the-scenes look into Boultinghouse’s award-winning outdoor living space honored in the 2025 Architect & Designer Awards.

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About The Host

Veronica Theodoro

Veronica Theodoro is editor in chief of design and home content for St. Louis Magazine. She edits the weekly Design+Home newsletter and hosts the monthly ‘House of Lou’ podcast. She regularly contributes print stories to the magazine. She lives in a 150-plus-old Italianate in the historic Central West End neighborhood and is married with two children. You can reach her via email at [email protected].