Native St. Louisans, Suzie and Dave Spence, the previous owners of this historic home, firmly believe the house is made for celebrations, and what better cause for celebrating and hosting than the Deck the Halls of Glennon Homes holiday tour?
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Debbie Midgley’s heart beats red, white and green before and after December each year. “Probably at least 20 years ago, I started earnestly decorating inside my home for Christmas beginning in November. I’m a Hallmark girl, loving to watch Christmas in July,” she quips. “In fact, I leave trees up in my bedroom year-round. I enjoy using the trees as dim lighting at night. These decorations are a constant source of comfort.”
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The festive season ignites a pursuit for the ideal wrapping paper, a harmonious extension of the holiday’s motif or a fresh palette to complement our decor. It’s a time when some elevate gift-wrapping to an art form, meticulously folding edges to crisp perfection, adorning packages with bows or ribbons placed just so, crafting presents that almost seem too precious to open. Yet, the essence of a gift lies in its unveiling, in the joy and celebration of what’s inside.
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In the realm of interior design, where trends come and go, some motifs endure as perennial classics. Among these enduring symbols of beauty and refinement, the ribbon and bow motifs have gracefully woven their way into the very fabric of interior design. Whether adorning furnishings, wallcoverings or decorative accessories, these intricate designs have a history rich in symbolism and a timeless allure that continues to captivate homeowners and designers alike.
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Purchased in 2020, this 1800s cabin-turned-farmhouse sits atop a 50-acre property and serves as a gathering space for friends and family. After undergoing numerous renovations in the 1980s, the property was mainly painted drywall, laminate floors and Formica countertops. After purchasing the home, Paul and Frannie Erker were eager to expose the timber framing that lived beneath the drywall. Gary Meyer of G.K. Meyer Construction helped the Erkers peel back the cabin’s layers to expose the original timber frame construction, as well as the original hardwood floors and wood beam ceiling.
