In this episode of House of Lou, Veronica welcomes Kate Pollmann and Jessica Conway, owners of Sugarcoat Home, to talk about shopping estates sales, finding treasures where (and when!) you least expect them, and how we can all create beautiful, unique spaces when we follow our heart’s desire. Kate and Jessica also share Sugarcoat’s origin story, insights about working together, and their hopes and dreams for the future of their business. Hint: There’s more travel ahead for them—and, possibly, the chance for us to join them on one of their adventures! These women are passionate about the home, antiques, and living life to the fullest. So, get ready for a lively conversation with two of St. Louis’ most exciting retail owners.

This episode is sponsored by NCJWSTL The Resale Shop and supported by St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Don’t miss Couturier, October 22–25 at The Resale Shop. For over 60 years, this premier resale event has featured high-quality designer clothing and accessories for women, men, and children, plus unique home décor—all at a fraction of the cost. Proceeds support programs that improve the lives of women, children, and families.

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Mentioned in this episode:
Sugarcoat Home 
Ambacht
Marci Marsh 
Abode by Parklyn Interiors 
Candice Wideman 
Miriam Switching Post 
St. Louis Magazine‘s Dream Kitchens
Architect & Designer Awards
ModernSTL: Ridgewood Home Tour
Landmarks Association: Cathedral Basilica: An Illustrated Timeline
Persimmon Festival & Tree Giveaway

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The inventory at Sugarcoat Home in St. Louis is curated by two friends
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A guide to vintage shopping in St. Louis
More episodes of House of Lou

In this episode of&nbsp;House of Lou, Veronica welcomes Kate Pollmann and Jessica Conway, owners of&nbsp;<a href="https://shopsugarcoat.com/">Sugarcoat Home</a>, to talk about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/the-antiques-at-sugarcoat-home-in-st-louis-are-curated-by-tw/">shopping estates sales</a>, finding treasures where (and when!) you least expect them, and how we can all create beautiful, unique spaces when we follow our heart&rsquo;s desire. Kate and Jessica also share Sugarcoat&rsquo;s origin story, insights about working together, and their hopes and dreams for the future of their business. Hint: There&rsquo;s more travel ahead for them&mdash;and, possibly, the chance for us to join them on one of their adventures! These women are passionate about the home, antiques, and living life to the fullest. So, get ready for a lively conversation with two of St. Louis&rsquo; most exciting retail owners.
This episode is sponsored by&nbsp;<a href="https://ncjwstl.org/resale-shop/couturier-2025/">NCJWSTL The Resale Shop</a>&nbsp;and supported by&nbsp;<a href="http://slso.org/youngfriends">St. Louis Symphony Orchestra</a>.&nbsp;Don&rsquo;t miss Couturier, October 22&ndash;25 at The Resale Shop. For over 60 years, this premier resale event has featured high-quality designer clothing and accessories for women, men, and children, plus unique home d&eacute;cor&mdash;all at a fraction of the cost. Proceeds support programs that improve the lives of women, children, and families.
New to podcasts?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/">Follow these instructions</a>&nbsp;to start listening to our shows, and hear what you&rsquo;ve been missing!
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://shopsugarcoat.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooKyYFE0ouKQB_eP4kfRzX6m4oYgFj6qeyET9kf3YlsWovrh1_W">Sugarcoat Home&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.ambacht-stl.com/">Ambacht</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/local-interior-designers-seek-inspiration-away-from-st-louis/">Marci Marsh&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://abodebyparklyninteriors.com/">Abode by Parklyn Interiors&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://moe.asid.org/staff/candice-wideman-allied-asid">Candice Wideman&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/miriam-switching-post-annnounces-it-will-close-for-now/">Miriam Switching Post&nbsp;</a></li>
<li>St. Louis Magazine&lsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/topics/october-2025/">Dream Kitchens</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/ada/">Architect &amp; Designer Awards</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.modernstl.com/events/2025/10/11/ridgewood-home-tour">ModernSTL: Ridgewood Home Tour</a></li>
<li><a href="https://landmarks-stl.org/event/fall-2025-lecture-series-the-cathedral-basilica-of-saint-louis-an-illustrated-timeline-by-john-guenther/">Landmarks Association: Cathedral Basilica: An Illustrated Timeline</a></li>
<li><a href="https://moreleaf.org/event/persimmon-festival-and-tree-giveaway/">Persimmon Festival &amp; Tree Giveaway</a></li>
</ul>
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<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/where-to-shop-for-vintage-resale-consignment-fashion-clothes-in-st-louis/">Where to shop for vintage, resale, and consignment fashion in St. Louis</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/a-guide-to-vintage-shopping-in-st-louis/">A guide to vintage shopping in St. Louis</a></li>
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</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.

Shopping Estate Sales with Sugarcoat Home

It’s time to decorate the Christmas tree! This month, Veronica welcomes Rae Sutton of Three French Hens and Suzanne Miller of Papier Lys to the pod. Together, the group gets into the weeds about the joys—and challenges—of creating a beautiful and memorable tree in time for the holidays. Who is camp faux? And who still decorates a real tree? What are the upsides and downsides of each? From tree toppers to tree skirts, Veronica and her guests discuss it all, providing creative and practical tips and solutions that you can use today! If you’re looking to up your Christmas tree decorating game this year, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Listen and follow House of Lou on YouTube, Spotify,  Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Mentioned in this episode:
Three French Hens 
Papier Lys
Suzanne Miller’s House
Shop the Stables 
MKS Designs
Sugarcoat Home 
Wonderwhim Co.
Veronica’s dining room table 
Veronica’s local gift guide
Alliance Francaise
Baisch & Skinner
Saint Louis Art Museum events
Kitchen Conservatory
Belleville’s Candlelight House Tour

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More episodes of House of Lou
Veronica’s local gift guide
Homes for the holidays at some of St. Louis’ historic homes

It&rsquo;s time to decorate the Christmas tree! This month, Veronica welcomes Rae Sutton of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.threefrenchhenswildwood.com/">Three French Hens</a>&nbsp;and Suzanne Miller of&nbsp;<a href="https://papierlys.com/">Papier Lys</a>&nbsp;to the pod. Together, the group gets into the weeds about the joys&mdash;and challenges&mdash;of creating a beautiful and memorable tree in time for the holidays. Who is camp faux? And who still decorates a real tree? What are the upsides and downsides of each? From tree toppers to tree skirts, Veronica and her guests discuss it all, providing creative and practical tips and solutions that you can use today! If you&rsquo;re looking to up your Christmas tree decorating game this year, this is an episode you won&rsquo;t want to miss. Listen and&nbsp;follow&nbsp;House of Lou&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d&amp;si=WYpW1hKYd1tbyB-K">YouTube</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ovIC1dt19FiByFhMjlgIc?si=be8613d8b3e849c4">Spotify</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d&amp;si=WYpW1hKYd1tbyB-K">&nbsp;</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-lou/id1715504359">Apple Podcasts</a>, or wherever you get your podcasts.
New to podcasts?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/">Follow these instructions</a>&nbsp;to start listening to our shows, and hear what you&rsquo;ve been missing!
Want more?&nbsp;Check out all of&nbsp;St. Louis Magazine&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/">podcasts</a>.
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.threefrenchhenswildwood.com/">Three French Hens&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://papierlys.com/">Papier Lys</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/interior-design/miller-home/">Suzanne Miller&rsquo;s House</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/shopthestables/">Shop the Stables&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mksdesignsllc.com/">MKS Designs</a></li>
<li><a href="https://shopsugarcoat.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooKuHYZSdRxRpjMT3s_7sLpt0sv8bFdfZMDZiVRAsy34xhT6zr8">Sugarcoat Home&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://wonderwhimco.com/">Wonderwhim Co.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/veronica-dining-room-table.webp">Veronica&rsquo;s dining room table&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/ask-veronica-veronica-theodoros-holiday-gifts-with-designer-flair/">Veronica&rsquo;s local gift guide</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.alliancestl.org/">Alliance Francaise</a></li>
<li><a href="https://baischandskinner.com/">Baisch &amp; Skinner</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.slam.org/events/">Saint Louis Art Museum events</a></li>
<li><a href="https://kitchenconservatory.com/Cooking-Classes.aspx">Kitchen Conservatory</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/homes-for-the-holidays-take-in-a-tour-of-st-louiss-historic-homes/">Belleville&rsquo;s Candlelight House Tour</a></li>
</ul>
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<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/house-of-lou/">More episodes of&nbsp;House of Lou</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/ask-veronica-veronica-theodoros-holiday-gifts-with-designer-flair/">Veronica&rsquo;s local gift guide</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/homes-for-the-holidays-take-in-a-tour-of-st-louiss-historic-homes/">Homes for the holidays at some of St. Louis&rsquo; historic homes</a></li>
</ul>

Christmas Tree 101 with St. Louis Pros

For 15 years, Danielle Kalish worked as a shoe designer at Caleres, an experience that she says sharpened her eye for style and taught her the intricacies of craft and materiality. A creative with a sharp mind for business, Danielle has always harbored a passion for the home, too, and a few years ago made the decision to leave her job in fashion and turn full time to interior design. In this episode of House of Lou, Veronica talks to Danielle about her design practice, Abode by Parklyn Interiors, as well as her charming home decor shop Abode. Between design clients and the retail shop, Danielle’s life is go-go-go, but she wouldn’t have it any other way. With a recent sourcing trip to the U.K., and the opening last month of Atelier, a furniture gallery space located in the DeMun neighborhood, Danielle has recently embarked on a new, exciting facet of the business, one that we’ll hear all about in my interview with her. Those of us who love interior design appreciate all that she brings to the local design scene, including a fresh look at following one’s dreams no matter where they may lead. Listen and follow House of Lou on YouTube, Spotify,  Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Art Museum. Don’t miss Anselm Kiefer: Becoming the Sea, a monumental exhibition at the Saint Louis Art Museum. As the artist’s first American retrospective in more than 20 years, the exhibit features iconic pieces from Kiefer’s storied career alongside new, massive, site-specific installations. The exhibition is free and on display through January 25. Learn more.

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Mentioned in this episode:
Abode by Parklyn Interiors
Caleres
Link Auction Galleries
Soul on Fire
Chase Park Plaza Cinema 
Face & Body
KDR Designer Showrooms
Romo x Temperley London
Landmarks Association
Limitless Planet
Your Friend’s Apartment Vintage
Cool Stuff Period
Homeworthy
Tribute Fashion Show
Jewish Book Festival

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In University City, a renovated 1920s house is designed with family and history in mind
Clayton welcomes a new place to shop for home decor
More episodes of House of Lou

For 15 years, Danielle Kalish worked as a shoe designer at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.caleres.com/">Caleres</a>, an experience that she says sharpened her eye for style and taught her the intricacies of craft and materiality. A creative with a sharp mind for business, Danielle has always harbored a passion for the home, too, and a few years ago made the decision to leave her job in fashion and turn full time to interior design. In this episode of&nbsp;House of Lou, Veronica talks to Danielle about her design practice,<a href="https://abodebyparklyninteriors.com/">&nbsp;Abode by Parklyn Interiors</a>, as well as her charming home decor shop Abode. Between design clients and the retail shop, Danielle&rsquo;s life is go-go-go, but she wouldn&rsquo;t have it any other way. With a recent sourcing trip to the U.K., and the opening last month of Atelier, a furniture gallery space located in the DeMun neighborhood, Danielle has recently embarked on a new, exciting facet of the business, one that we&rsquo;ll hear all about in my interview with her. Those of us who love interior design appreciate all that she brings to the local design scene, including a fresh look at following one&rsquo;s dreams no matter where they may lead. Listen and&nbsp;follow&nbsp;House of Lou&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d&amp;si=WYpW1hKYd1tbyB-K">YouTube</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ovIC1dt19FiByFhMjlgIc?si=be8613d8b3e849c4">Spotify</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkbLFLTZPyJz12erwKdMl6d&amp;si=WYpW1hKYd1tbyB-K">&nbsp;</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-of-lou/id1715504359">Apple Podcasts</a>, or wherever you get your podcasts.
This episode is sponsored by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.slam.org/exhibitions/anselm-kiefer-becoming-the-sea/">Saint Louis Art Museum</a>. Don&rsquo;t miss&nbsp;Anselm Kiefer: Becoming the Sea, a monumental exhibition at the Saint Louis Art Museum. As the artist&rsquo;s first American retrospective in more than 20 years, the exhibit features iconic pieces from Kiefer&rsquo;s storied career alongside new, massive, site-specific installations. The exhibition is free and on display through January 25.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.slam.org/exhibitions/anselm-kiefer-becoming-the-sea/">Learn more.</a>
New to podcasts?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/">Follow these instructions</a>&nbsp;to start listening to our shows, and hear what you&rsquo;ve been missing!
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://abodebyparklyninteriors.com/">Abode by Parklyn Interiors</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.caleres.com/">Caleres</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.linkauctiongalleries.com/">Link Auction Galleries</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/news/soul-on-fire-johnoleary/">Soul on Fire</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.chaseparkplazacinema.com/">Chase Park Plaza Cinema&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://faceandbodyspa.com/">Face &amp; Body</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.kdrshowrooms.com/">KDR Designer Showrooms</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.romo.com/">Romo x Temperley London</a></li>
<li><a href="https://landmarks-stl.org/">Landmarks Association</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.limitlessplanettravel.com/">Limitless Planet</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/yourfriendsapartment/?hl=en">Your Friend&rsquo;s Apartment Vintage</a></li>
<li><a href="https://coolstuffperiod.com/">Cool Stuff Period</a></li>
<li><a href="https://homeworthy.com/watch/a-stunning-georgian-colonial-full-of-history-and-character/">Homeworthy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mothermodelmanagement.com/tribute">Tribute Fashion Show</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.jfedstl.org/event/st-louis-jewish-book-festival/2025-11-01/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=298888626&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADg9J-4Q0HNmHH0_y7GPt1gJHwHO5&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAwqHIBhAEEiwAx9cTeeLqoQ1d9ReXS2TMHqy8avL8bmF9uAqXzxKMrY5VmPWg-F2cmUdf6xoC5xgQAvD_BwE">Jewish Book Festival</a></li>
</ul>
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<ul>
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<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/clayton-welcomes-a-new-place-to-shop-for-home-decor/">Clayton welcomes a new place to shop for home decor</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/house-of-lou/">More episodes of&nbsp;House of Lou</a></li>
</ul>

Inside Danielle Kalish’s Inspiring Design Career

Melinda Klinghammer is the owner of designer showroom Design & Detail, a company she helped found 20 years ago in St. Louis. On the eve of the showroom’s special 20th anniversary, Melinda joins host Veronica Theodoro to talk about her work life in the field of design. Melinda, whose background is in finance and accounting, has helped steer the company’s growth, including the opening of a second showroom location in Kansas City, a new line of natural stone veneers, and the expansion of the company’s headquarters in Maplewood. What’s it like to run a designer showroom? What are Melinda’s biggest accomplishments? Challenges? And what does the company’s next chapter hold? We’re excited to hear about all of this and more firsthand from the woman behind the showroom.

This episode is sponsored by Cardinals Nation. Looking to kick off game day in style? Join the ultimate pre-game party at Cardinals Nation before every home game! It’s a high-energy, DJ-hosted celebration packed with a full buffet and an all-inclusive bar. Grab tickets now.

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Mentioned in this episode:
Design & Detail 
Forest ReLeaf
Arbolope Studio
Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park 
Casadenza
Shaw Nature Reserve
Urban Buds
The Studio at Bowood Farms 

You may also enjoy these articles from SLM:
Design & Detail is expanding, doubling its size to 20,000 square feet
Enter work for St. Louis Magazine’s Architect & Designer Awards

Melinda Klinghammer is the owner of designer showroom&nbsp;<a href="https://designanddetailstl.com/">Design &amp; Detail</a>, a company she helped found 20 years ago in St. Louis. On the eve of the showroom&rsquo;s special 20th anniversary, Melinda joins host Veronica Theodoro to talk about her work life in the field of design. Melinda, whose background is in finance and accounting, has helped steer the company&rsquo;s growth, including the opening of a second showroom location in Kansas City, a new line of natural stone veneers, and the expansion of the company&rsquo;s headquarters in Maplewood. What&rsquo;s it like to run a designer showroom? What are Melinda&rsquo;s biggest accomplishments? Challenges? And what does the company&rsquo;s next chapter hold? We&rsquo;re excited to hear about all of this and more firsthand from the woman behind the showroom.
This episode is sponsored by&nbsp;<a href="http://cardinals.com/pregame">Cardinals Nation</a>.&nbsp;Looking to kick off game day in style? Join the ultimate pre-game party at Cardinals Nation before every home game! It&rsquo;s a high-energy, DJ-hosted celebration packed with a full buffet and an all-inclusive bar.&nbsp;<a href="http://cardinals.com/pregame">Grab tickets now.</a>
New to podcasts?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/">Follow these instructions</a>&nbsp;to start listening to our shows, and hear what you&rsquo;ve been missing!
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://designanddetailstl.com/">Design &amp; Detail&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://moreleaf.org/">Forest ReLeaf</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.arbolope.com/">Arbolope Studio</a></li>
<li><a href="https://ebsworthpark.org/">Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://casadenza.com/">Casadenza</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/plan-your-visit/family-of-attractions/shaw-nature-reserve">Shaw Nature Reserve</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.citygrownflowers.com/">Urban Buds</a></li>
<li><a href="https://bowoodfarms.com/">The Studio at Bowood Farms&nbsp;</a></li>
</ul>
You may also enjoy these articles from&nbsp;SLM:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/design-detail-expansion/">Design &amp; Detail is expanding, doubling its size to 20,000 square feet</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/design/ada/">Enter work for&nbsp;St. Louis Magazine&rsquo;s Architect &amp; Designer Awards</a></li>
</ul>

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