Ted Wight's St. Louis Style

"AMERICA'S BEST SUBURBS FOR RAISING A FAMILY"

"Business Insider has released an updated list of the 50 best suburbs in America.

The determining factors included housing affordability, crime rates, public-school ratings, and proximity to a city center – in this case, within 25 miles.

In the end, the Midwest dominated the competition from the East and West coasts, but there are still plenty of options to choose from across the country, as evident by these Stepford-esque suburbs that make up the list's top 10."

Lately I am seeing report after report rating St. Louis Suburbs as the best! Let's keep them coming! Plus I have a bunch of great homes for sale in Ladue!

Original article here.

Missouri’s Most Expensive Home

"Built in 1926, the most expensive home in the Show Me state forces you to look at it. Admire it. Soak it in. Once you’re done looking, you can ponder spending $10 million on this grand estate in Ladue, MO."

This luxurious home was designed by renowned architect George Hellmuth. The listing agent, Sandra Coburn said that "the home’s original owner was a lumber baron who traveled all over Europe sourcing the best materials and artisans to give the home its distinct Old World flavor. Hellmuth worked with those raw material to create the manor now known as The Woodlands."

What a wonderful home! It is a glorious Ladue Estate that is still intact with it's original grounds. It reminds me of a Central West End property with a gorgeous garden and pool!

Original article on Realtor.com.

Open Houses Sunday November 1st from 1-3 PM

7612 Walinca Terrace, Clayton

825 Louwen, Ladue

9897 Copper Hill, Ladue

16 Roan Lane, Ladue

9018 Stonebridge, Richmond Heights

12364 South Outer 40, Town and Country 

12050 Carberry place, Town and Country

 

Add this to my calendar!

*all of the above addresses are clickable links to the corresponding property website*

Open Houses Sunday October 25 from 1-3pm

7612 Walinca Terrace, Clayton

825 Louwen, Ladue

9018 Stonebridge, Ladue

14800 Sugarwood Trail, Chesterfield

12364 South Outer 40, Town and Country 

24 Wydown Terrace, Clayton 

13114 Cannes, Creve Coeur

 

 

4 Somerset Downs, Ladue - Now Available

This newer contemporary home is a showstopper! The perfect entertaining home & place to display your fine artwork. Set on 3 acres in the sought-after Somerset Downs neighborhood in Ladue.

Designed by Louis Saur with a recent guesthouse addition. The U-shaped house is centered by a 25’x50’ blue stone patio with an inspiring great room as its centerpiece. Skylights and expansive windows wash the rooms in natural light & varying ceiling heights blend dramatic & intimate spaces. You’ll find two of everything in the chef’s kitchen with designer appliances, a center island, marble counter tops & custom maple cabinetry. The master suite is a sanctuary with a marble fireplace, His & Hers baths/dressing rooms, heated flooring & skylights. An entertainment center, wet bar, exercise room & en suite bedroom define the finished lower level. Additional features are a Ludowici tile roof, Lutron electronics, central vac, security, irrigation system, 5-car heated garage. 6,758sf on main floors, 2,600sf in LL, 1,200 sf in guest house combine for 10,000+ sf of luxury living.

Listed at $2,700,000

4somersetdowns.com

Watch a Drone Fly-Over!

Listed by Stephanie Oliver & Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-725-0009

Open Houses Sunday October 18th from 1-3pm

9897 Copper Hill, Ladue

12364 South Outer 40, Town and Country 825 Louwen, Ladue

7612 Walinca Terrace, Clayton

Ladue News Show House Preview Party

2015 Show House

The fifth annual Ladue News Show House returned with a grand estate in the heart of Ladue. St. Louis' top designers showcased their talents throughout this coveted property at 1751 Woodlawn. The Preview Party included hors d'oeuvres from Bishops Post, open bar, and a first look at the newly designed 2015 Show House. What a great time it was!

Here a few pictures I snapped while I was there!

Buy tickets to view this magnificent home available to view through the 25th HERE

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Open Houses Sunday October 11th from 1-3pm

825 Louwen, Ladue

9897 Copper Hill, Ladue

6 Fox Meadows Lane, Sunset Hills

7612 Walinca Terrace, Clayton

Open Houses Sunday October 4th from 1-3 PM

7759 Gissler Ave, Richmond Heights. 

12050 Carberry place, Town and Country.

8801 Washington Ave, University City. 

9897 Copper Hill Road, Ladue.

825 Louwen, St. Louis.

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For questions, contact Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

Fantastic Ralph Fournier Designed Home in Ladue- Coming Next Week!

 

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This Ralph Fournier designed home was built in 1963.  The open floor plan, windows and special features will delight any contemporary, modern or mid-century buyer. Located in popular Forest Green Estates and across from Old Warson Country Club. The house has tons of windows that look out onto your 1.24 acres of woods, yard and gardens. The first floor has wood floors throughout.  The Living Room and Dining Rooms are separated by a see-through gas fireplace & both have French doors that lead to an expansive deck.  Four bedrooms and 2 ½ baths on the main floor. The kitchen features black granite counters, custom wood cabinets, ceramic tile floor & a large breakfast room with a gas fireplace.  The finished lower level is 1162 extra sq. ft. of finished living space with an expanse of windows & French doors that look onto a terrace and woods.  The lower level also has a half bath, fireplace, retro wet bar, an office and a large two-car garage. 

Listed at $729,000 - See more here

Listing Agent:  Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

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Fabulous Custom Hessessey-built Ladue home

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You will fall in love with this custom Hessessey-built 9 year old Ladue home. With 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths & over 4,800 square feet of living space, this home speaks to today's luxury buyer. Find many unique finishes, including some Old World European hand finishes & wide plank floor. The brick exterior incorporates a hand, whitewashed finish, extensive stone work, real board & batten shutters & wrought iron hardware. Inside, find a 2-story entry with limestone floors & a formal Living Room with a wood-burning fireplace. The Great Room features a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams & a stone wood-burning fireplace. The open kitchen has an oversized island, granite counters, custom cabinets & a 6-burner gas stove. Laundry room off of kitchen. The main floor master suite has high ceilings, 2 walk-in closets & a luxurious bath with an indoor & outdoor shower! There are 3 bedrooms upstairs with 2 full baths plus a loft space. Recreation room above the 3-car garage.

 

Priced at $1,495,000 - View More About This Home Here

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

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Stunning Bernoudy-designed Home in Ladue

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Located on a private 3 acres in prime Ladue is this Bernoudy-designed contemporary masterpiece. The centerpiece of the home is an open Living Room and Dining room with vaulted ceilings, coved lighting, built-in bookcases, a fireplace and an expanse of windows that look onto a wooded lot. The kitchen is bright and features granite counters, double ovens, stainless steel refrigerator, skylights and granite counters. The master bedroom suite is special with a dressing room that would satisfy anyone with a need for plenty of closet space. The master bath has been renovated with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, custom finishes and marble tile. Adjoining the master bedroom is a "man's" dressing area with an expanse of closets and another full bath with stunning finishes. There is a cozy den with a fireplace on the main floor, laundry and office. The Lower Level has a whole wall of windows and sliding doors that lead to a terrace. There is a large recreation room with a marble wood-burning fireplace. 3 more bedrooms and 2 renovated, full baths are in the Lower Level. The Lower Level has tons of storage, a second laundry room and rough-in for a kitchen. The ultimate in privacy with no neighbors in view. Professionally landscaped by award-winning Moynihan & Associates. If you need an additional bedroom, there are plenty of options to easily add one.

2 Deer Creek Hill, Ladue MO 63124 - Click here to view more

Priced at $1,450,000

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

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Check out this Friday's edition of Ladue News!

Ladue News: September 11, 2015

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(Image of William Bernoudy pictured above)

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Ladue News featured an article about Mid-Century style in their latest edition. If you flip to page 23 you will notice a 2 page article that shows my home as well as 2 Deer Creek Hill in Ladue that is coming on the market later this month. It focuses on the iconic style that St Louis has inhabited since the design of the Gateway arch in the 1960's. The article points out that design style has become a staple in the St. Louis area since then. The article quotes me at one point saying, "One thing happened in the 50's: The technology improved and you could have big, floor-to-ceiling picture windows. You could do more interesting things with architecture, like horizontal beams and cantilevered overhangs." My home was designed by the illustrious William Bernoudy and the home was actually occupied by Bernoudy himself.

If you love mid-century homes and enjoy an interesting read, I would definitely check it out!  See the article HERE

 

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 (My living room, designed by William Bernoudy pictured above)

SOLD - 20 Roan Lane, Ladue

Listing SOLD - This lovely, pillared Ladue home on 1.19 acres.

Coming Soon - 16 Roan Lane, Ladue

This charming Ladue home will captivate you. As you walk up to the house you will love the cottage garden that greets you. The home is built of stone & has a cedar shake roof. Updated kitchen with granite counters, gas stove and a family room with gas fireplace. Main floor master bedroom suite with plenty of closet space and a luxurious master bathroom. Main floor laundry room. The Second level features two large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The Lower Level is walk-out and features a recreation room with a gas fireplace and a wet bar. There is also a bedroom, a full bath, office and plenty of storage on this level. The Lower Level has an expanse of windows and walks-out to the patio and pool area. Private backyard.

$950,000

http://16roan.canbyours.com

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

Oops....I forgot the Top Luxury Estate in St. Louis that is for Sale

This lovely estate in Ladue is on the market, though MLS Exempt...that is why I forgot about it.  The Woodlands estate on Ladue Road in Ladue. $10,000,000

"This incredible storybook estate has 8 incredible acres, wooded and wide open fields; a 14 Room, 9500 square foot home, Tudor with Arts & Crafts Influences built in 1926. Every space and structure has been recreated by Designer Marshall Watson and the homeowner; including the newly formed pond, pool with exquisite pool house, tennis court, green house, and carriage house garage with lovely loft style apartment. This is a Crestron smart home, gated and fully fenced. The award winning rose gardens and lush landscaping feature a running trail. Interested parties must tour grounds and home to appreciate the care and craftsmanship found throughout ~ unparalleled in Saint Louis."

Listed by Sandy Coburn, Red Key Realty, 314-495-0295

Find out more HERE

 

4 Twin Oaks, Ladue- Vintage Pictures

Today I a featuring some vintage photos of the home located at 4 Twin Oaks that I sold off market last week.  Designed in 1954 by Eugene Mackey, Sr. and Joseph Murphy for the founder of Fleishman Hillard, Alfred Fleishman.  I am betting that these photos were taken when Al Fleishman owned the home.

Below is the original rendering by Joseph Murphy.

 

Here are some other random vintage shots

And some random current pics

 

Recently Sold Listing (Off-Market) - 4 Twin Oaks 63124 --- Eugene Mackey, Sr. Designed

Recently SOLD...Ted represented the Seller - This contemporary home designed by Eugene Mackey, Sr. and Joseph Murphy for Alfred Fleishman who founded the international PR firm Fleishman Hillard. The light throughout the home is amazing. The setting is private and lovingly landscaped. Twin Oaks is a small enclave of 3 homes designed by noted architects.

 

Small Ladue Contemporary Home- 44 Magnolia 63124

Check out this new listing at Janet McAfee Real Estate. Click HERE

45 Godwin Lane, Ladue- Sold Off-Market & Closed!

Friday my listing located at 45 Godwin Lane in Ladue closed. This home was sold before it hit the MLS.  Remember last year when I sold the neighbors home.  See that one HERE

Elegant New Listing in Ladue - 20 Roan Lane 63124

Immediately you will be drawn to this pillared Ladue home on 1.19 acres.  The front porch is gracious & will make you feel like you are at a Southern estate home. The front foyer, Living Room & Dining Room feature intricate millwork. The kitchen boasts a 6-burner Viking stove, Sub Zero refrigerator, dual ovens, granite counters, custom wood cabinets & a breakfast room with bar that leads into the wood-paneled family room. Fireplaces in the Living Room & family room. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet with custom shelving & an updated bathroom with dual sinks. Doors from the breakfast room lead to a covered porch & a large patio. The custom T-shaped pool is newer & features a 20-meter swimming lane, large shallow end, fountains, Cool Deck & heater. Large, deep, private yard. Finished Lower Level with walkout, media room, 300 bottle, temperature controlled wine closet, granite-topped cabinets & a half bath. 3-car attached garage. Trails End residents have a private entrance from Litzsinger Rd.

$1,100,000 

 

http://20roan.canbyours.com

 

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isadore Shank- 250 Dielman, Ladue FOR SALE

This mid-century, Isadore Shank contemporary, will grab your attention at every turn. A true hidden gem, the current owner has paid great attention to detail, resulting in stylish spaces for today's living. A cavernous great room has an impressive window surround and a stunning ceiling with roughed on cedar beams, a most inviting space for lavish or casual entertaining. Exceptional craftsmanship is exhibited throughout, including the lower level that offers a wet bar and access to the landscaped grounds with a large, wraparound patio. With this amazing home, you must see it in person to truly take in all its wondrous offerings. Just under an acre in the heart of Ladue.

$825,000

Listed by Jill Malley and Karen Seigel, Laura McCarthy- Clayton, 314-725-5100

See more pics HERE

Important Architectural Home with a Bernoudy Addition- 8921 Moydalgan St. Louis, MO 63124

Important architectural home in Ladue designed by Wesley Wedemeyer. You will be enchanted from the moment you enter the front door & enter the long gallery w/floor to ceiling windows & green slate floors. The gallery, Living Room & Den look onto a large central brick courtyard that features lovely landscaping & a fountain with a William Severson sculpture. This space is perfect for entertaining a large group. Formal dining room with built-in cabinets. The Living Room has a large brick wood-burning fireplace & an adjacent den with another fireplace & bar. Eat-in kitchen with gas stove, plenty of wood cabinets, Sub-zero refrigerator & separate freezer, walk-in pantry & a private courtyard. Large mudroom off of the kitchen. The master bedroom suite is lovely & features his & her updated bathrooms, walk-in closets & dressing areas. The upper level also has an office, 3 extra bedrooms, 3 more full baths & an expansive exterior deck. The walk-out LL features 1.5 baths, a bedroom, a study, rec room, bar & den. 3 car garage.

$1,350,000

Open Sunday, April 19^th 1-3 PM

http://8921moydalgan.canbyours.com

 

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555

4 Twin Oaks, Ladue Coming Soon- Eugene Mackey, Sr. and Joseph Murphy Designed

You will love this new listing I have coming next week.  Designed in 1954 by Eugene Mackey, Sr. and Joseph Murphy for the founder of Fleishman Hillard, Alfred Fleishman.

$819,000

http://4twinoaks.canbyours.com

 

Rendering by Joseph Murphy

 

 

Gorgeous Architectural Home- 8921 Moydalgan, Ladue COMING SOON

Coming Mid-April is this stunning Ladue home with a Bernoudy addition.  We have a few pictures to whet your appetite in the link below:

http://8921moydalgan.canbyours.com/

$1,350,000

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-555, [email protected]

Stylish Bernoudy Homes For Sale

Ladue Meyer Loomstein-designed Home Featured in STL Today

Check our the recent STLToday article on a Meyer Loonstein-design home in Ladue. Click HERE.  See another Meyer Loomstein house HERE and Clayton building HERE

Photos by Sid Hastings

Stylish Contemporary Ladue Home- 57 Log Cabin Lane

Private retreat tucked away on one of St. Louis’s premier locations. This contemporary home offers 7.200 sq. feet of living space on 2.265 acres. Extensively remodeled to fit today’s lifestyle. An open floor plan offers exceptional views of the property’s professionally manicured grounds. Main floor master suite has two custom designed walk-in closets, luxurious bath making it a perfect oasis. A two Cook high end kitchen features breakfast bar, butler’s pantry, spacious breakfast & hearth rooms. 2nd level w/ 4 bedrooms w/ private baths. Newer addition makes the perfect family room with wood-burning fireplace & game room. Work-out/solarium. Wonderful entertaining home with cathedral ceilings, private nooks & balconies for guests to enjoy. 3 car oversized side entry garage. Beautiful salt water pool with stone patio, waterfalls & special gardens. This home offers peace & tranquility throughout. One of a kind! Must be seen to fully appreciate.

Listed at $1,950,000

Listed by: Kathy Wienstroer, Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty, 314-495-1285

5 Roan Lane, Ladue- Daniel Gale Designed Masterpiece SOLD/CLOSED

Today my Daniel Gale- designed listing located at 5 Roan Lane in Ladue closed.  The new owners of this home are rumored to be doing a gentle renovation by a noted comtemporary architect in St. Louis.  I am excited to see what they do!

10 Layton Terrace, St. Louis, MO 63124

One of My Recent Ladue Listings- Featured in St. Louis AT HOME Magazine

I had the treat of listing and selling this fine Ladue home earlier this year- located on Godwin Lane. Before the family moved to Birmingham, they had St. Louis AT HOME magazine photograph their home. Super cute and stylish!

See the article and the magazine's pictures HERE. The pictures below are from when the home was listed. More listing photos can be seen HERE.

2014 Ladue News Decorator's Show House October 11th-19th

The Ladue News has selected 34 Briarcliff in Ladue to be ther 2014 Decorator's Show House. I can't wait to see what they have done to this colonial home. I grew up at 8 Briarcliff. My parents lived there for about 27 years. Great memories!

The Preview Party is this Thursday 6-8 PM

Order tickets for the Preview Party or for general tours HERE

44 Godwin Lane, Ladue SOLD/CLOSED

My lovely listing located at 44 Godwin Lane in Ladue closed Friday. This stylish home sold quickly!  Backed up to Bogey Club's golf course. That pool certainly looks inviting today!

44 Godwin Lane, Ladue FOR SALE

6 Dogwood, Ladue Sold/Closed

Friday my Buyers closed on this charming house in Ladue.

7 Valley View- Cool Ladue Mid-century Home SOLD/CLOSED

Today my Buyers closed on the purchase of this smart Ladue Mid-century home.  Just stunning....they are so lucky!

Check out the pictures from the recent St. Louis Post Dispatch AT HOME article... HERE    Read the article HERE

 

44 Godwin Lane, Ladue COMING SOON

Ladue at its best!  100% gut rehab of a classic home. This special property sits on the back of Godwin Lane and has expansive views of Bogey Club’s golf course. Wait until you see the gorgeous pool & patio area.  Interior design by Amie Corley that will be featured in St. Louis At Home Magazine soon. The large Living Room has a gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves with special lighting. The Dining Room is bright and looks over the backyard.  The kitchen is perfect with plenty of white, custom cabinets, marble counters, high-end appliances and breakfast area. Dark hardwood floors throughout the entire home. The main floor also features a den, powder room, mud/laundry room and bar area.  3 lovely bedrooms on the second floor with 2 full bathrooms. Partially finished Lower Level with recreation room. 2-car garage. There is a 1,000 ft. sunroom off of the LR not counted in the sq. ft. that is ready to be finished as a Master Bedroom Suite or can be easily converted back into a sun room.

$959,000

http://44godwin.canbyours.com

Showings start Tues., June 24th  11-2 PM at Open House

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

The Video! 4 Somerset Downs, Ladue, MO 63124

Check out the video taken with a quadrocopter for 4 Somerset Downs....super cool!

 

 

21 Midpark, Ladue SOLD/CLOSED

Friday my Buyers closed on the purchase of 21 Midpark in Ladue. The home has distinction of being published in "Architects Build Homes for Their Families* A House for My Mother." The architect was Robert Kahn. 

 

5 Roan Lane, Daniel Gale Architect- Original Drawings

Check out these original drawing for 5 Roan Lane by Daniel Gale

This is a special Mid-Century Modern home designed by Daniel Gale in 1967. Located on a private 1.95 acre lot in Ladue’s Trails Ends neighborhood. The Living Room features a vaulted ceiling, large fireplace & a wall of windows that look out onto the pool area.  The Dining Room opens onto the Living Room.  There is a bar adjacent to the Dining Room & a stylish den featuring built-in bookshelves, a beamed vaulted ceiling & another fireplace. The kitchen includes granite counters, new ceramic tile floor, vaulted ceiling, skylights & sliding doors leading to the pool deck.  The master bedroom is private & features a vaulted ceiling, plenty of closets & sliding doors opening to the pool area. Two more bedrooms are on the main level with vaulted ceilings & 2 full baths. The walk-out Lower Level has 3 more bedrooms & 2 full baths. The pool is surrounded by mahogany decking & architectural railings. 2+ car port. This home even features an architectural koi pond near the front entrance.

$829,000

Open Tuesday, May 13th 11-1 PM

http://5roanlane.canbyours.com/

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sothebys International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]