Clad in stucco and stone with three distinctive archways and a strikingly tall window in the stairwell at the front of the house, this Town and Country dwelling immediately exudes an air of timeless, classic style. The inspiration for this exquisite St. Louis home? The homeowner’s impeccable eye for design and her desire to create an inviting, idyllic little haven where family, friends—and even the family dogs—would always feel welcome and comfortable.

Jo Batzer paints with plants. She draws with driftwood and sketches with saplings.  One look at her garden and you see she is an artist.  Colors, textures and shapes flow together and then play off each other.

Outdoor fire pit, by Belgard. Warm hues and stonelike textures create a welcoming atmosphere for this stunning fire pit outdoor living room. Rich, variegated colors and textures allow the Verona ™ porcelain pavers (in yukon) to closely mimic quarried stone with superior durability. A soldier course of Origins™ pavers (in midnight) borders the paver field to create an area rug aesthetic. The chiseled stone appearance of Tandem™ Wall (in Bella color blend) provides an elegant backdrop and the versatility to construct multiple features to complete the space.

    It all began with the land; a five-acre tract in Hillsboro, where Mary and Rich Patterson loved living and raising their two daughters, Sydney and Stella.

St. Louis summers can be brutally hot! A patio umbrella is just what you need for a reprieve from the sweltering sun.