Inside the Architect & Designer Awards

About Inside the Architect & Designer Awards

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.

Publisher

St. Louis Magazine

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 May 2024

Latest episode

13 May 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 May 2026

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Meagan Cooperman

   At last month’s Architect & Designer Awards event, interior designer Meagan Cooperman took home the award for best Transitional Interior Design, a new category introduced this year to the magazine’s long-running design competition. That same night, Meagan was delighted to learn that her work had also made the April cover of St. Louis Magazine, marking a first for the local designer. In this episode of House of Lou, Veronica chats with Meagan about her career in interior design, the story behind her award-winning work, and Meagan’s plans to grow her one-year-old design firm. Hint: She’s just getting started and we can’t wait to see where she takes it See related stories and resources from this episode: https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/house-of-lou/episode-31/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ovIC1dt19FiByFhMjlgIc?si=be8613d8b3e849c4&nd=1&dlsi=4b587e7b470048ee Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-lou/id1715504359 This episode is sponsored by Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (https://opera-stl.org/) and supported by Cardinals Nation (https://www.mlb.com/cardinals/cardinals-nation). Celebrate the 2026 Festival Season, May 23 through June 27, featuring the hilarious comedy The Pirates of Penzance, the award-winning musical The Light in the Piazza, the sizzling drama A Streetcar Named Desire, and the romantic classic Romeo and Juliet. Experience world-class opera, enjoy garden picnics before the show, and join in unforgettable after-parties. Tickets start at just $25. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing: https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/ Have an idea for a future episode? Email podcasts@stlmag.com. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Email advertising@stlmag.com. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

2. 

   7 May 2025

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Caryn Boultinghouse

   In this special episode of House of Lou, host Veronica Theodoro (https://www.stlmag.com/author/veronica-theodoro/) chats with interior designer Caryn Boultinghouse (https://www.carynstudio.com/) about her exciting win at the 2025 Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/design/architect-and-designer-awards-2025/). Boultinghouse talks about being a first-time winner in the Best of Outdoor Living category, why outdoor spaces should mirror interior rooms, and how to make the most of a backyard, patio, or terrace. What are Veronica’s tips for making an impression on the judges’ panel? She reveals this and more in an exclusive episode that both designers and homeowners won’t want to miss. Listen and follow House of Lou on YouTube (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d&si=WYpW1hKYd1tbyB-K), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3ovIC1dt19FiByFhMjlgIc?si=be8613d8b3e849c4), (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d&si=WYpW1hKYd1tbyB-K)Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-lou/id1715504359), or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Art Museum (https://slam.org/roaring) and supported by Kranzberg Art Foundation’s MATI (https://matistl.org/). Rev up your engines for an exhibition where style meets speed with SLAM’s latest exhibition, Roaring: Art, Fashion, and the Automobile in France, 1918 to 1939. Get tickets. (https://slam.org/roaring) New to podcasts? Follow these instructions (https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/) to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! 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 (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can’t wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspiration? Subscribe to our Design+Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com (mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com). Mentioned in this episode: Caryn Boultinghouse (https://www.carynstudio.com/) Contemporary Art Museum (https://camstl.org/) Butler’s Pantry (https://www.butlerspantry.com/) Brittany Bromley Interiors (https://www.bbromleyinteriors.com/) Joy Christensen (https://www.stlmag.com/design/joy-christensen-frank-arzt-house/) Thibaut (https://www.thibautdesign.com/) Schumacher (https://schumacher.com/) Lane Furniture (Celerie Kemble) (https://www.laneventure.com/collections/mimi-by-celerie-kemble-collection.aspx) You may also enjoy these articles from SLM: See the winning projects of the 2025 Architect and Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/design/architect-and-designer-awards-2025/) Tips for submitting projects to the Architect & Designer Awards competition (https://www.stlmag.com/design/ask-veronica-tips-submitting-architect-designer-competition/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

3. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Kathleen Grim

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards is sponsored by Design & Detail (https://designanddetailstl.com/). St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/design/ada/architect-and-designer-awards-2024/) shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts/house-of-lou-inside-the-architect-designer-awards)—a video miniseries from the House of Lou (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts) podcast—takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. In this episode, join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Kathleen Grim of Srote & Co. (https://www.sroteco.com/) to discuss Grim's winning projects in the 2024 Architect & Designer Awards competition. Watch the interview with Kathleen, hear the stories behind her award-winning work, and come away with inspiration and insights for your next home project. Mentioned in this episode: Oasis Pools (https://www.getoasis.com/) We love hearing from you. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspiration? Subscribe to our Design+Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

4. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: David Kent Richardson

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards is sponsored by Design & Detail (https://designanddetailstl.com/). St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/design/ada/architect-and-designer-awards-2024/) shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts/house-of-lou-inside-the-architect-designer-awards)—a video miniseries from the House of Lou (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts) podcast—takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. In this episode, join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with David Kent Richardson of DKR Interiors (https://dkrinteriors.com/) to discuss his winning project in the 2024 Architect & Designer Awards competition. Watch the interview with Richardson, hear the stories behind his award-winning work, and come away with inspiration and insights for your next project. Mentioned in this episode: Katie's Pizza & Pasta (https://katiespizzaandpasta.com/) Ballpark Village (https://www.stlballparkvillage.com/) Work Horse Construction (https://www.workhorsecg.com/) Growing Green (https://growinggreen.com/) Ted Collier (https://www.tedcollierart.com/) We love hearing from you. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspo? Subscribe to our Design + Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

5. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Jenny Rausch

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards is sponsored by Design & Detail (https://designanddetailstl.com/). St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/design/ada/architect-and-designer-awards-2024/) shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts/house-of-lou-inside-the-architect-designer-awards)—a video miniseries from the House of Lou (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts) podcast—takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. In this episode, join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Jenny Rausch, owner of Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath (https://karrbick.com/), to discuss Rausch's winning projects in the 2024 Architect & Designer Awards. Watch the interview with Rausch, hear the stories behind her award-winning works, and come away with inspiration and insights for your next home project. We love hearing from you. Send your thoughts and feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspo? Subscribe to our Design + Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

6. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Meghan Heeter

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards is sponsored by Design & Detail (https://designanddetailstl.com/). St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/design/ada/architect-and-designer-awards-2024/) shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts/house-of-lou-inside-the-architect-designer-awards)—a video miniseries from the House of Lou (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts) podcast—takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. In this episode, join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Meghan Heeter of Castle Design (https://emilycastle.com/) to discuss Heeter's winning projects in the 2024 Architect & Designer Awards competition. Watch the interview with Heeter, hear the stories behind these award-winning works, and come away with inspiration and insights for your next home project. Mentioned in this episode: Caroline Kerckhoff (https://stonehallcabinetry.com/about-us/team/) Randy Renner (https://www.periodrestorationco.com/about/) Farrow & Ball (https://www.farrow-ball.com/us/paint/all-paint-colours?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwyJqzBhBaEiwAWDRJVEER-S6Dl7SvZm_8LXkyW2jAN582sPCde-jRNggbJA8AFB_x3CvchxoC1cEQAvD_BwE) The Urban Electric Company (https://www.urbanelectric.com/) Visual Comfort (https://www.visualcomfort.com/) Charles Blood Artistic (https://charlesbloodartistic.com/) Aly Ytterberg (https://www.ytterbergstudio.com/about) We love hearing from you. Send your thoughts and feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspo? Subscribe to our Design + Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

7. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Rebekah Moore Murphy

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards is sponsored by Design & Detail (https://designanddetailstl.com/). St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/design/ada/architect-and-designer-awards-2024/) shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts/house-of-lou-inside-the-architect-designer-awards)—a video miniseries from the House of Lou (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts) podcast—takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. In this episode, join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Rebekah Moore Murphy of Stone Hall Cabinetry (https://stonehallcabinetry.com/) to discuss the designer's winning projects in the 2024 Architect & Designer Awards. Watch the interview with Moore Murphy, hear the stories behind her award-winning works, and come away with inspiration and insights for your next home project. Mentioned in this episode: Christopher Peacock (https://peacockhome.com/) Stonehall Cabinetry (https://stonehallcabinetry.com/) Tom Theiss/Theiss Plating (https://theissplating.com/index.php) We love hearing from you. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspiration? Subscribe to our Design + Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

8. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Julie Abner

   nside the Architect & Designer Awards is sponsored by Design & Detail (https://designanddetailstl.com/). St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/design/ada/architect-and-designer-awards-2024/) shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts/house-of-lou-inside-the-architect-designer-awards)—a video miniseries from the House of Lou (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts) podcast—takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. In this episode, join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Julie Abner of Julie Abner Interiors (https://www.julieabnerinteriors.com/) to discuss the designer's winning project in the 2024 Architect & Designer Awards competition. Watch our interview with Abner, hear the stories behind her award-winning work, and come away with inspiration and insights for your next home project. Mentioned in this episode: Ted Collier Art (https://www.tedcollierart.com/) We love hearing from you. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspo? Subscribe to our Design + Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

9. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards: Susan Bower

   Inside the Architect & Designer Awards is sponsored by Design & Detail (https://designanddetailstl.com/). St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/design/ada/architect-and-designer-awards-2024/) shine a light on some of the region’s top architects, interior designers, artisans, builders, and landscape designers. But what goes into creating these award-winning projects? Inside the Architect & Designer Awards (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts/house-of-lou-inside-the-architect-designer-awards)—a video miniseries from the House of Lou (https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/jj6vA0Jz4JOVxBe4Bp52hVkYTyw3Bmp1fDhLNlFvm82wYuZu0P160KcWIhM6a7Tc/++/podcasts) podcast—takes you behind the scenes and into the creative process. In this episode, join host Veronica Theodoro as she sits down with Susan Bower of Bower Leet Designs (https://www.bowerleetdesign.com/) to discuss Bower's winning projects in the 2024 Architect & Designer Awards. Watch the interview with Bower, hear the stories behind her award-winning works, and come away with inspiration and insights for your next home project. Mentioned in this episode: K Taylor Design Group (https://ktaylordesigngroup.com/) Beck/Allen Cabinetry (https://beckallencabinetry.com/) We love hearing from our audience. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com (mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com) or to podcasts@stlmag.com (mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com). We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspiration? Subscribe to our Design+Home newsletter (https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters) to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook (https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook)) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag (https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/)). See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

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    15 May 2024

    Welcome to Inside the Architect & Designer Awards

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

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