Tao &amp; Lee Associates

Schaub+Srote Architecture Firm should be your first choice for your home building project, here's…read morewhy: In my first meeting with them I was a bit nervous but that quickly went away due to their professionalism, knowledge, qualifications and their personalities that made me feel at ease and like we were on the same page. After giving them several of my ideas as far as looks, layout, type of home and genre, I hit them with something I thought was going to scare or detour them from my project...the fact that I'm paralyzed and need a COMPLETELY ACCESSIBLE home! Boy was I wrong! They put me at ease with their knowledge of ADA laws and in describing several past projects they worked on with the same parameters. In a timely manner, they returned back with my DREAM HOME! I was in shock! After just our initial meeting, they drew up plans for something I have always pictured but couldn't put on paper...they did it! I couldn't be any happier with the design they provided. It is a testament to their attention to detail, knowledge and vast experience. After a few SMALL tweaks, we were ready to go. Throughout the building process, Schaub+Srote acted as my general contractor, due to my limited ability. They were at the job site constantly, talking with contractors and overseeing the project was not only done right, but in a timely manner. Throughout the entire build, I was given several updates as to work that was completed and upcoming work to be completed. They were at my disposal, through phone, conference calls, email, texts and even in person. Whenever I wanted to talk to them, they made themselves available. They NEVER made me feel like I was a bother to them or a disruption to their work, but rather a part of my project and the process. Throughout this process, I also worked tirelessly with interior designer, Heather Helms. She had the same level of professionalism, knowledge, experience and pleasant demeanor, as Schaub+Srote. She helped me pick EVERYTHING for my new home and balanced perfectly, the fine line of her knowledge with my tastes. I NEVER once felt she was over reaching or thinking all my ideas were horrible. I felt more like we were a team and she loved my ideas and she helped bring everything together! It is for these reasons I, not only, give Schaub+Srote Architecture Firm five stars, I will ALWAYS consider them family and maintain close contact with each and every one of them!

From the owner: Srote & Co Architects provides full-service architectural expertise, structural engineering and…read moreinterior design in both residential and commercial markets. The firm's residential segment is specialized in the design of luxury homes and estate properties, while the commercial segment specializes in project master planning, programming and architectural design.

Space

These guys could be terrible architects for all I know, but they hosted a damn nice "Building…read moreBetter Infill" set of presentations! Their space is really nice. I don't think I would want to work there, though. It's one of those "open floor plan" offices with a couple closed door offices for the "C-levels". Come'on big wigs...commit! They have a "big ass fan" on the ceiling that's labelled as such that looks awesome and industrial.

Everroux Engineering

After my original Architect strung me along for a couple weeks I called, Everroux Engineering and…read moreChris came out that same day and examined my house and in two days time delivered plans for me to turn into the city. I have grateful for his quick turn around and professionalism. Highly recommend for your engineering needs.

From the owner: Civil Engineering Structural Engineering…read moreArchitectural Engineering Electrical Engineering HVAC Engineering Plumbing Engineering Primarily Residential

More For Less Remodeling

4.2

(9 reviews)

Chris and his team are second to none! They designed and installed a kitchenette in the lower…read morelevel of my home. It turned out better than I imagined. Chris, his wife and his supervisors make sure all the work if of the highest quality. The cabinets and granite countertop with back splash are spectacular. They took an odd, interior room with no windows and turned it into a highlight of my home. Who could ask for more? AND their pricing was quite reasonable. Construction projects always feel costly, but for the price, I got an amazing upgrade to my home.

Chris was sooo helpful. They did everything they said they could do. Prompt and cleaned up after…read morethe job.

James Surveying Company

I found James Surveying through Yelp! We were told we would need to get a survey and plot map for…read morean egress window. I worked with Lucy to try to explain the best way I could what we needed. I did not fully understand what we needed and am not super involved in the updates we're making to our house, but she was SO helpful! We paid up front and they came out to complete the survey in a very timely manner I was impressed!

From the owner: James Surveying Company specializes in boundary surveys, surveys for residential and commercial…read morereal estate closings, ALTA surveys, topographical surveys and more! We can get you the survey you need for work permits, collaborate with your architect or engineer, and complete your construction project with an as-built survey.

LNB Architecture & Interiors

Can speak more highly or Laura Baebler and her team of architects and interior designers. They have…read morean approach of Listen, Nurture, Build and a tagline "Culturally Connected Design." They absolutely meet what they say. Listening is not a given but expected. They listen and they recommend and have an abundance of ideas and creativity. They nurture you through the process in way that you can stay on top of what's going on as well as incorporate your uniqueness and brand. I know they have a history of great success with other clients and again made me another happy client. Without hesitation whether it's a larger commercial project or a residential addition, they will give you the attention you want and make a happy customer in the end.

Greg Terbrock Design Build

We have worked with Greg on four projects now and this was, by far, the most extensive project. We…read morepurchased a villa home and completely redid the interior. We wanted a more open floor plan, a reconfigured master suite, redesigned kitchen, redesigned bar, new fireplaces, new recessed and art lighting, new whole house audio/visual system, new screened porch, and high quality finishes throughout. We chose Greg because he delivers quality. We have had a dozen homes in four different states and built or renovated each of them. Greg has a great team of people that focus on what the customers want and work to deliver the best quality. We would choose him again!

From the owner: Builder of new custom luxury homes, home renovations, home additions, custom pool houses, outdoor…read moreliving areas, custom cabinetry & casework, and commercial build-outs.

Mosby Building Arts

3.5

(11 reviews)

My husband and I heard about Mosby through advertising and reputation…read more Unfortunately, we had a "four season" addition on our house a previous owner built. The quality was subpar, and the design was ugly to say the least. Our work with Mosby began with Shannon designing a new addition that was aesthetic and functional. Jill lead the project with PHENOMENAL communication! Jill made sure we were constantly informed (even with hiccups) and happy with the progress. Jeff, Brian, and Noah were were the hands and eyes that made Shannon's vision come to life. Their attention to detail was remarkable. Doing home projects is never "fun", but the Mosby team made it pretty close. Literally every single aspect of the project was handled in a professional manner. The Mosby team completed our project without me ever having to worry about the execution. I truly feel working with Mosby was money well spent, and I'm looking forward to working with them on future projects.

Absurdly took advantage of my elderly parents situation with insane pricing and drastically…read moreovercharging them!

The American Institute of Architects Bookstore

4.4

(5 reviews)

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This is an odd duck in terms of gift stores. Apparently there are a lot of architectural firms in…read morethe vicinity of this place that might create enough of a demand for a store like this. Surprisingly enough, there's a lot of cool things for sale, like an architectural history of St. Louis, as well as some diagrams and plans for new developments in the area. This feels like a functional gift shop, where information is sold, rather than trinkets. However, you can buy trinkets, but of a more sturdy quality. They have some really cool St. Louis snow globes available, and some architectural models for the more adventurous hobbyist. I would suggest this to Downtown visitors who are acclimating themselves to St. Louis. It's actually quite informative to glance at the architectural history of the area before venturing off into other parts of the city.

The AIA is the professional organization representing Architects. They have a very nicely designed…read morestorefront on Washington Avenue that functions both as their office and a bookstore / gift shop. They stock many books that would be of interest for architects or those interested in architecture. But they also carry a nice array of gifts and objects d'art related to architecture. As an example, they have some nice postcards, 3d building puzzles, models, paintings, etc. They tend to feature artwork done by local architects such as sculptures or photographs. Anyway, it is a nice little place to take out-of-towners if you are downtown - especially if looking for some St. Louis keepsakes that you can't find anywhere else in town. As a bonus, it gives you an excuse to walk around in the lobby of the Lammert Building, a restored gem of a turn-of-the-century office building downtown.

Improveit

Paul was quick to respond to the inquiry and was able to give me a flat fee for the work versus a…read morewide range from others. He was super nice and quick. So happy to have found someone who can help around the house and have already shared his contact with a bunch of folks I know.

Paul was prompt, communicated well and did a great job repairing our garage door. Would recommend…read morehiring him for your next project.

Premium Kitchen and Bath

4.3

(28 reviews)

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Our newly remodeled kitchen is absolutely beautiful because of Patrick/ Lead & Mickey. Not only…read morewere these gentlemen professional, & cordial, their expertise, knowledge & recommendations were extremely helpful....especially in choosing our countertop edge. Patrick gets an A+ for his recommendation & assistance. We went with his suggestion & are are beyond happy that we followed his lead. Patrick also went out of his way to help us make sure all the plumbing under the sink was installed in a way that allowed us to bnb install a pullout drawer. Modifications were made to our pantry & Patrick trimmed the cabinets to make it look like the pantry was built into the wall. The finished product is simply amazing! We have received so many compliments from neighbors & family on how beautiful our kitchen is. Thank you Patrick & Mickey in helping our dreams come true! You both are absolutely the BEST!! Ron and Sherri Mercer

We worked with Eric and he was great! He helped make recommendations on different cabinet sizes and…read moreshapes and our kitchen turned out beautiful!

Flooring Galaxy

4.0

(18 reviews)

#BUYERBEWARE #BADBusiness…read more WARNING I rarely give a ONE star but if there was an option to give a ZERO star I would! As a Consumer that loves to support local and/or small businesses I wish I had patronized a Big Box Store for this small project and accepted a quote that would have been twice as much, but at least I would have been able to open and close the Front door and have closet doors that were actually able to open and close after the flooring job was complete!! They do not agree that after a flooring job has been complete that a customer should Assume that their doors, including the FRONT door will open and close! This is one of those situations where one person (let's call him Terry) knows that his employee (Humm let's call him Jeff) did not write a Bid correctly and then outsourced the Labor to a company that is not equipped to do the job!! Don't let the "SALE" price persuade you because they do not include or expect for a job to be complete. Terry actually said "well it doesn't say the doors will open" WTF! Terry originally verbally agreed that Jeff should have known that the new carpet would need a different installer! I didn't hire the outscourced company! I hired this sorry excuse of a flooring company! #SMALLCLAIMSCOURT #HORRIBLE

Great experience at Flooring Galaxy in Brentwood. Jeff and Zoe were very helpful in finding the…read moreright carpet and pad. The installation was on time and very professional. We couldn't be happier.

The Tile Shop

3.6

(14 reviews)

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Blake Beatty was great helping coordinate backsplash arrangements…read more Make sure to look at all of them under various lighting conditions. Thanks!

We came in over the weekend and just shopped!…read more They store was very clean, was well organized and they offer everything from beginning to end of your project. Highly recommend for tile projects!

Overland Shade

(6 reviews)

This is your basic old world example of a specialty shop that has lots of experience in a range of…read moreapplications for shades, winder shutters, etc. It's a little off the beaten path in Overland but it's worth the trip. In my experience they were very helpful with a custom order and keep on top of things for us, that kind of service is worth the price you pay.

i wanted plantation shutters for the two sidelights alongside my front door. The team came to my…read morehome to measure for the blinds and made suggestions for the installation. The shutters were installed yesterday and they are perfect!! The whole process was simple and straightforward. I highly recommend Overland Shade Co.

Amena Zamora Designs

(5 reviews)

Amena did a great job helping me figure out how to arrange my new/old office! I highly recommend…read moreher.

Amena has helped me redesign and recreate so many rooms of our new home. i love that she thinks…read moreoutside of the box and has a unique yet classic touch in her design. shes excellent about hearing my style and ideas and incorporating them. all the while being patient. we love our new kitchen especially- and having her by my side while picking everything out was so reassuring. i get a ton of compliments and am always asked "who's your designer?" I highly recommend A-plus Amena.

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(5 reviews)

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Excellent company, great value and definitely contributed to my nearly $30,000 over asking price…read moresale! I highly recommend working with the team of professionals who took a beautiful but not particularly well-designed loft space and made it an incredible executive space which told prospective buyers a real story, showing them how each space could be utilized to not only live comfortably but to live well! Leslie and team were amazing. Loved the process so much am asking them to help me design my next living space. I had five showings and 3 offers day one in an otherwise slow market downtown. Could I have sold my place without Staging that Sells? Yes! Would I have had three offers day one? I don't think so!! If you're planning to sell your home, I recommend contacting Leslie and team. They are amazing!!

Perspective Cabinetry & Design

About seven years ago, we worked with Patti, the designer from Perspective, and our construction…read morecrew to create several different plans and pick out our cabinets for a complete re-design of our kitchen. As with some remodels, the first plan is not always a practical or "right fit" for the configuration of pipes, load bearing walls, etc. Patti worked with us throughout any change we made. She was fantastic! Throughout the installation, Patti kept in touch with me, and followed up with a final visit. The remodel was a beautiful transformation of our kitchen and dining room with off white cabinetry with a mustard peninsula cabinet. The countertop was a black speckled quartz (Menard's). Hardwood floors to finish the look. Showcase worthy! I highly recommend them. Hopefully Patti is still there. We are ready to remodel another room. (2026)

One of the best in St Louis............highly recommend! The service they offer is top notch from…read morestart to finish.

Garcia Properties

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(128 reviews)

My husband and I were first time home buyers in the city. Cameron was a godsend. Shes local and…read moreknows the neighborhoods extremely well. She sent us listings meeting our requirements and requests regularly, would get us showings within a day or two of requesting, and was a true professional when it came to helping us make decisions. She'd walkthrough and point out issues and give us information on the water heater, HVAC, and electrical panel. We managed to find the house for us within a week and the day we decided to put in an offer she sat down with us on a Saturday evening to walk us through the best plan for putting in an offer to give us the best chances of getting the house and for the best price possible. After we went under contract she helped organize all the inspections and make our list of fixes to request to the seller (all of which were accepted). I was extremely nervous going into the home buying process but Cameron was the best person to have throughout it.

We can't recommend Jeannie Caro at Garcia Properties enough. She helped us house hunt and…read morepurchase a new home. It was not a short or easy process, but Jeannie made it feel easy and even fun. She communicated clearly, quickly, and to whatever level of detail we needed, has great local knowledge, connections to get us answers and help, and always looked out for our interests and preferences while giving good advice, suggestions, and encouragement. Her expertise saved us money, time, and peace of mind. Nothing was ever too big to tackle or too small for her time and attention.

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(40 reviews)

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Thank the gods for Lisa and Chris of Premier Realty. When the market started changing Chris kept…read moreour expectations in balance and helped us go thru the buying and selling process with supportive feedback. Lisa's style suggestions super staging updated our home with just the right touches. A truly talented team!

House In Style

Sandra, Don, and their team of decorating rock stars are amazing!! If you are looking for a quick…read morehostess gift or a whole house redo, this is your spot! They are gifted designers who can transform your home into a warm, inviting space. They truly LISTEN and design around your preferences for a finished product that is unique and stylish. Sandy is always respectful of my budget and is a pro with paint colors, furniture, & accessories!

I purchased a Chandelier and the owner installed it for only $50. He was so helpful and the store…read moreis so cool....lots of things to choose from and very up to date styling.

Everroux Engineering

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Designing Block

The Designing Block is an amazing oasis of individual style choices for both your home and your…read morewardrobe. Susan Block is a tremendous resource for all things beautiful. Her eye and her honest opinion go far in helping you make the right choices. Let her guide you through the process and get the most out of your home and your budget. Susan is also an advocate for local jewelry and fashion designers. Visit the shop and you'll be amazed at the quality and craftsmanship of the various pieces she carries. Just a great place to shop and visit for those with discerning taste.

Gloria Lu - Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty

I highly recommended Gloria and her team. My family is new to St. Louis area and is not familiar…read morewith here. Gloria is very professional and knowledgeable to the market. She gave a lot wise advices and suggestions to help us find our house in a relatively short time. She did above and beyond than any other agents who just open the door for us. For the first time house buyer, she always explains everything clearly and all my questions were answered promptly. I'm very satisfied with her service.

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