A Gem of a Rug Destination by Kieara Crisp

My plan was to do my next blog  on a store that was completely opposite to the places I visited before. Consequently, Centro, the center for the Gucci and Louis Vutton brands of the home furnishing world located in the Central West End, was my original destination.  Literally 30 seconds before arriving I was sidetracked […]

#STL365 – What’s it all about?

#STL365  – Our campaign to highlight local gems this summer & beyond! It’s no secret that all of us here at DesignSpeak love our city, and we know you do too. We frequently hear about so many great local places around town; places that make St. Louis a unique and vibrant community. Since we depend […]

The Blodgett Lighthouse…an experience like no other by Kieara Crisp

In-house design consultation, custom lamp design and repair, and professional installation are just a few of the many services available at the Blodgett Lighthouse. With over 30 years of experience, the lighthouse claims to be more than just another lighting store. According to them, they are your only lighting store. Quick disclaimer: If you are […]

Rocket Century…Worth Checking Out! by Kieara Crisp

“What year is it again?” You have to ask yourself this question at least twice when you enter the Rocket Century gallery on S. Grand. The window front display, though nicely done, fails to prepare you for whats in store upon entering the gallery. Its the music that hits you first and acts as the […]

What is all this buzz about FORM?

Looking for fun plans this weekend?  Want to check out dozens of cutting edge furniture makers?  Dying to know what they hype is about this new Temtor building? Well, then you definitely need to come to FORM Design Show this weekend!  DesignSpeak is excited to be one of the exhibitors at the 2nd annual event […]

did you bloom with color?

I apologize I am just getting around to posting recaps of some of our amazing events this spring/summer!  Here are highlights from our appreciation event for designers this past May… I first have to extend a HUGE thank you to all who participated in our outstanding colorbloom event!!!  Our first collaboration with Sherwin Williams was […]

Where It’s At: FORM 2011

So, if you haven’t already heard of this amazing contemporary design & furniture show, you may be living under a rock… Last year, The Luminary Center for the Arts debuted an event that brought hundreds of underground modernists out for speculation and awe.  In a city so unusually traditional, I was amazed to meet a […]

we love…interior designer Melanie Holden

Q. What made you realize that you wanted to be an interior designer? A. I always knew that whatever career path I took in life I wanted to thoroughly enjoy it. Too many people dread the daily grind, and I wanted to do something that I could look forward to and would provide a variety […]

5 Questions with Ann of Expressions Furniture by Victoria Dreste

In our effort to get to know our local resources, Vicki asked Ann Tipton, who owns Expressions Furniture, to answer a few questions about design & what she appreciates in most in life.   Vicki:  What in your background brought you to this business? Ann: My sales experience started in media. I was selling air […]

guest post: Luminary Patrons GET ART by James McAnally

Introduction by Kimberly Reuther: DesignSpeak is committed to supporting local organizations and interior design. I founded it with the goal of connecting homeowners with our local resources and talented designers and I am already pleased with its success. A connection of mine recently introduced me to the owners of The Luminary Center for the Arts, Jame […]

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