Interior designer Brett Clark of Design Collective STL and his client, Jennifer Duncan, share the details of a recent kitchen remodel set in a historic house designed by Gale Henderson. Through their shared experience, we get an inside look at what it's like to transform an outdated 90s-era kitchen into a functional, elegant space for both cooking and gathering.

Why is knowing the client so important to design success? How can we all manage unexpected renovation surprises?  And what's a clever workaround for a "Mom Command Center?" Our guests answer these questions and more, so if you love historic homes—or a kitchen remodel is in your future—this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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This episode is sponsored by Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum.

Seeds: Containers of a World to Come, on display February 21–July 28, brings together work by ten contemporary artists who explore issues of fragility, preservation, and possibility through the lens of the seed. From sculpture and film, to installation and painting, the exhibition reflects on our current environmental challenges and our connection to the natural world. Visit kemperartmuseum.wustl.edu for more information.

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Mentioned in this episode:
Design Collective STL
Gale Henderson 
Art in Bloom 
Missouri Historical Society, Saturday Speakers Series
Living in Ste. Genevieve House Tour 
Veronica's Kitchen, view 1
Veronica's Kitchen, view 2

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Interior designer Brett Clark of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/designcollectivestl/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Design Collective STL)">Design Collective STL</a>&nbsp;and his client, Jennifer Duncan, share the details of a recent kitchen remodel set in a historic house designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.galeehenderson.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Gale Henderson)">Gale Henderson</a>. Through&nbsp;their shared experience, we get an inside look at what it's like to transform an outdated 90s-era kitchen into a functional, elegant space for both cooking and gathering.
Why is knowing the client so important to design success? How can we all manage unexpected renovation surprises?&nbsp; And what's a clever workaround for a "Mom Command Center?"&nbsp;Our guests answer these questions and more, so if you love historic homes&mdash;or a kitchen remodel is in your future&mdash;this is an episode you won't want to miss.
Listen and&nbsp;follow&nbsp;House of Lou&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-lou/id1715504359" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Apple Podcasts)">Apple Podcasts</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ovIC1dt19FiByFhMjlgIc?si=be8613d8b3e849c4" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Spotify)">Spotify</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d&amp;si=WYpW1hKYd1tbyB-K" aria-label="Link opens in new window (YouTube)">YouTube</a>, or wherever you get your podcasts.
This episode is sponsored by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kemperartmuseum.wustl.edu/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum)">Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum</a>.
Seeds: Containers of a World to Come, on display&nbsp;February 21&ndash;July 28,&nbsp;brings together work by ten contemporary artists who explore issues of fragility, preservation, and possibility through the lens of the seed. From sculpture and film, to installation&nbsp;and painting, the exhibition reflects on our current environmental challenges and our connection to the natural world. Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kemperartmuseum.wustl.edu/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (kemperartmuseum.wustl.edu)">kemperartmuseum.wustl.edu</a>&nbsp;for more information.
Got an idea for a future&nbsp;House of Lou&nbsp;episode?&nbsp;
We love hearing from our audience. Send your thoughts or feedback&nbsp;to Veronica&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:vtheodoro@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (vtheodoro@stlmag.com)">vtheodoro@stlmag.com</a>&nbsp;or to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (podcasts@stlmag.com)">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>. We can't wait to hear from you!
Looking for more&nbsp;inspiration?
Subscribe to&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Design+Home newsletter)">Design+Home newsletter</a>&nbsp;to receive our latest&nbsp;home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/vtlookbook" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@vtlookbook)">@vtlookbook</a>) and&nbsp;St. Louis Magazine&nbsp;on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@stlouismag)">@stlouismag</a>).
Interested in being a podcast sponsor?
Contact Lauren Leppert at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (lleppert@stlmag.com)">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.designcollectivestl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Design Collective STL)">Design Collective STL</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/design/a-new-book-about-architect-gale-e-henderson-reveals-the-insp/">Gale Henderson&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.slam.org/event/drop-in-demo-with-designer-phillip-corps/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Art in Bloom&nbsp;)">Art in Bloom&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/events/saturday-speaker-series-love-letters/">Missouri Historical Society, Saturday Speakers Series</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/downloads/373449/download/2025%20flyer%20STG%20House%20Tour.jpg">Living in Ste. Genevieve House Tour&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/downloads/373542/download/IMG_6296.jpg">Veronica's Kitchen, view 1</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/downloads/373543/download/IMG_6297.jpg">Veronica's Kitchen, view 2</a></li>
</ul>
You may also enjoy these articles from&nbsp;SLM:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/podcasts/house-of-lou">More episodes of&nbsp;House of Lou</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/design/a-guide-to-kitchen-design-and-renovation-st-louis/">St. Louis experts share tips on kitchen design and renovation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/design/1928-home-style-bath-remodel/">This brand-new bath in a century-old house called for style and practicality</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/MKueiNcTwxcePc8TVxa6s4nRczL7If8KzS1LJzdA6pFy5wF7QK4Wb6HHLmSbckQE/++/design/architect-and-designer-awards-finalists-2025/">2025 Architect &amp; Designer Awards finalists</a></li>
</ul>

Take a step inside the city’s creative community with St. Louis’ first design podcast, House of Lou. Join Veronica Theodoro, St. Louis Magazine's Design editor-in-chief, for a front row seat to the worlds of local interior design, architecture, gardens, and fashion. Whether your home is a brick bungalow or a contemporary high rise, you’ll come away informed and inspired, with new ideas for living a beautiful life. There’s so much to see in St. Louis, if you know where to look.

Take a step inside the city’s creative community with St. Louis’ first design podcast, House of Lou. Join Veronica Theodoro, St. Louis Magazine's Design editor-in-chief, for a front row seat to the worlds of local interior design, architecture, gardens, and fashion. Whether your home is a brick bungalow or a contemporary high rise, you’ll come away informed and inspired, with new ideas for living a beautiful life. There’s so much to see in St. Louis, if you know where to look.

House of Lou

Take a step inside the city’s creative community with St. Louis’ first design podcast, House of Lou. Join Veronica Theodoro, St. Louis Magazine's Design editor-in-chief, for a front row seat to the worlds of local interior design, architecture, gardens, and fashion. Whether your home is a brick bungalow or a contemporary high rise, you’ll come away informed and inspired, with new ideas for living a beautiful life. There’s so much to see in St. Louis, if you know where to look.

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