What is this Gothic Penthouse?

Each floor of the Cosmopolitan has been masterfully crafted to create a truly unique atmosphere. From Art Deco to Neo-Gothic, you'll see a little bit of everything as we encounter architectural treasures from floor to floor.
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"Zillow Description: "est 1896 The Cosmopolitan is the hidden gem of St. Louis. Built in the heart of historic downtown for National Cash Register and later housing Clark Peeper Furniture (whose ghost sign still haunts the West wall), this high-class low-rise has most recently been the showroom, studio, and playground of design firm Antique Architectural Decor. The first floor lounge and reception area is Gothic, with distinctive frescoes and house-made tile and glasswork. The brass elevator leads up to the mezzanine meeting area and third level loft apartment, styled from the columns to the lighting design to be both contemporary and timeless. The crown jewel of The Cosmopolitan is the Gothic 5th floor penthouse. Travertine floors, custom stone and tilework, illuminated stained glass, ceiling buttresses, and such modern amenities as Viking appliances and a home theater make it a space like no other. Obsessively detailed and utterly unique, this St. Louis treasure is not to be missed."
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Location: Downtown St. Louis, MO, USA
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[@garaldtao1801]

I wasn't expecting this wonderful level of eccentricity which truly brings the character of such an old and historical building to life. The lofts that spans only half way across the space are so architecturally interesting and who wouldn't want to have a drink at that bar.

[@twistoffate4791]

I want to hang out in the discotheque elevator all the live-long day with ABBA and other disco tunes playing in the background.

[@audrab27]

Jack Nicolson lol

[@Imeraldgyrl]

My friend, I’d never leave. Truly an exquisite space.

[@claytonkeeney8911]

I would love to see the basements and mechanical rooms of some of the buildings you tour, they can be fascinating especially a building like this one.

[@andyokus5735]

This place blows away the Newport mansions. Someone made this a true work of love!

[@kridder1018]

Oh my goodness Ken, you have brought us another stunning building! I feel like I could spend hours poking around and still not see everything here. So beautiful. Thank you for yet another enchanting video!

[@joangray8910]

I walk by this front so often and wonder what is inside. So now my answer. Magic.

[@Imeraldgyrl]

Beautiful yet humble facade, hides a true hidden treasure.

[@KendraHolliday]

WHAT in the WORLD?!?! My mind is blown. I'm stunned that's in St Louis!

[@KendraHolliday]

I had to watch this again...phew!

[@vickiephilpitt7697]

Wow! What exactly is the Cosmopolitan? Is it still a running business, a storage unit or rental property? As eclectic as everything was those elevator door's certainly could use some "sprucing up" paint or other form of restoration to better fit the "theme, vibe or what have you" for each floor and apartment. Fascinating through and through.

[@ThisHouse]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it! The Cosmopolitan is the home of the owner's Antique Architectural Decor company. He leases the 2 lofts to his close friends and uses the rest of the space as his art studio. Perhaps we will dive in a bit deeper with him on one of his other projects in the future.

[@bigredc222]

I was curious too. I thought the elevator was cool. I'm pretty sure it was originally used as a freight elevator, no-frills, and it's a good thing too, how else would they have gotten that grand piano up there. Very cool building.

[@lila6117]

How incredibly awesome (loving the mail box). Appreciate your drawing our eye to the detail of each floor, thank you!

[@docsmctink]

Words fail me…outstanding!

[@elpirata5468]

Love all things Gothic Thanks for this tour

[@cyndeeratledge3093]

Workmanship, wow. Overall leaves me needing to smudge!!!

[@marianleblanc130]

Thank you for sharing Beautiful 😘🇨🇦

[@joanwiebe3654]

Fantastic tour! Thank you

[@twistoffate4791]

Looks like writer Kevin Held of Fox 2 wrote an article about The Cosmopolitan, entitled "Gothic Lodge revealed in 1.4M downtown St. Louis building" that was released 45 minutes ago.

[@cindybogart6062]

New homes have nothing on this place or any old bldg. I certainly appreciate all the salvage that has gone on here. It’s magical with unstoppable character❣️

[@dewdrop3302]

My retinas detached from my eyes!!! Spectacular! 🔥🔥🔥

[@SpanishEclectic]

What a jaw-dropper! I love the eclectic collections, and how some of the most fantastic architectural items were salvaged. Certain items appear newer than the building itself, but nothing jars the eye. I think the 'faux wood' wall design has an Art Deco vibe. I find it cozy, despite the size. Probably because of all the wonderful wood. I also like that the marble used is warm in tone, rather than stark and slick. What a fun place to explore. Downtown San Diego had the Olde Cracker Factory (a real cracker & candy factory, built in 1913), which during the 1980s operated as an indoor Antique Mall. Huge French Wardrobes, carousel horses, and all kinds of amazing old oddities around every corner. Now it's condos, but the outer shell of the building was saved, and looks mostly the same. I'm sure you will be tempted to go back to the Cosmopolitan. I could see it in your eyes! I know I'll watch this video again! :)

[@ThisHouse]

This building was a blast to explore! I could easily spend another 10+ hours looking over all the details and going through the collections.

[@ellenlehrman9299]

Ken, please tour the city museum lofts.

[@ThisHouse]

Great suggestion! I'll see what I can do :)

[@ladyrose3338]

Hello from NYC and from your newest subscriber! So, a little confession here…I have been watching your videos on my TV, and finally decided to get on my phone to subscribe to your channel! And I really enjoyed this video (And the others that I’ve seen this past week!), and was curious about the round (Asian figure) glass piece at the 1:04 mark or the other one on the front door of the building of a woman (Art Deco inspired) at the 0:52 mark, are any of those Lalique? And without a doubt, the Penthouse was my favorite floor! Plus I love how you always give very interesting history behind each of the properties you showcase in your videos! You are most enjoyable to watch, and I can tell you have quite the passion for what you do! Thanks for your videos and sharing your world with us! God bless you! 🙏🏼💖

[@marthaabrahamson6813]

Thank you your videos are very enlightening and beautiful

[@chantaldesjardins7763]

Thank you so much to make everyone discovers amazing places and with joy to visit with your enthusiasm presence.❤🌹🙋🐦

[@christians.7019]

I’ve been waiting for this all day😁😁

[@twistoffate4791]

It's here, Christian!! Wait no more, friend.

[@califdad4]

Beautiful building, enjoyed the old freight elevator

[@jamesholt7612]

This one looks magnificent.

[@wadeguidry6675]

FABULESENT!

[@RNNanna]

I think it’s so interesting that that huge marble fireplace in the penthouse that was imported from China has Anglo cherubs on it. It must have been commissioned for someone.

[@MatthewChapmanSTL]

That place is absolutely amazing. I know exactly where this is and always wondered what exactly it was, a business, a club, a residence. Now I know! It would be an incredible place to live normally, but I don't like the direction downtown STL is headed, so even if I had the wherewithal I'd hesitate.

[@ThisHouse]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Redefine01]

I swore that I went to some parties in that building about 25 years ago.

[@twistoffate4791]

You lucky little devil.

[@kinnish5267]

absolutely stunning!!

[@michaelb.3978]

Venice Cafe meets Cheshire Inn? St. Louisns will get it. Beautiful work, and fun!

[@Mike----]

Wow! I never would have guessed! Fascinating stuff.

[@kendranewton9071]

Fascinating! Thank you

[@stephenrichie4646]

Wow. Ain’t that something!

[@FARTDAUGHTER]

videos like this are the reason why i’m subscribed to this channel. thanks you.

[@circapropertiesstl]

Phenomenal work, Ken!

[@ThisHouse]

Thank you, cheers!

[@enemyofmyenemy6713]

what an amazing building to call home i'd try to make all the floors match the top penthouse & have a fireman pole from top floor to the basement or coil slide. you take the elevator i'll hit the slide... go!

[@mariakettlehut7399]

No Words can describe the beauty of this building

[@apeekintime]

Sure they can. The current residents describe them by planting TV screens wherever they can.

[@janedee6488]

Wow. Just wow.

[@susprime7018]

There is my favorite building, the civil courts building in the kitchen window view.

[@pipsqueex]

what an amazing building! and you are adorable.

[@charliefox9424]

If the purpose of the building is to display anything and everything then it sure does its job.

[@alankelly-hamm2702]

Well done. Quirky, interesting, and well done spaces. Nice tour also.

[@tinaweiss9345]

Wow, just STUNNING!

[@vernonsanders371]

❤ st.louis architecture an style 😎

[@geoffreyselvage1673]

What an amazing and beautiful building. Thanks for sharing.

[@Donald_Shaw]

Wonderful! Great content and fantastic cinematography. What a cosmopolitan building. Thank you for the tour.

[@thunderousapplause]

I would move to St. Louis if I could live in this building. And I hate winter.

[@sylviamayo379]

Thanks very much for the Tour. I love it.

[@ThisHouse]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DougVarble]

Best tour so far!

[@ThisHouse]

Thank you, cheers!

[@rutheliz75]

A true feast for the eyes ! Thanks for posting. P.S. "Urban renewal" doesn't destroy everything !

[@jeanbaker2087]

Awe inspiring!

[@t4trojans990]

Awesome place

[@ladonnabuehne1867]

Only one word.... WOW

[@georgenorris4234]

Amazing videos!

[@thomasgeorgecastleberry6918]

How high are the ceilings? An amazing commercial type building, must have forced air heat. Hey they misspelled Paper! Are the floors all wood? Incredible penthouse doors (without door knobs), so much character! A hidden treasure!

[@diannehegeman7860]

You should tour the mushroom house in Rochester ny.

[@magzdilluh]

This is fascinating. What IS The Cosmopolitan? Is it an event venue? A private residence? Can I move in?

[@twistoffate4791]

I wanna know, too. Can we just walk in off the street and buy a drink? Say, a Cosmopolitan?

[@ThisHouse]

The Cosmopolitan is the home of the owner's Antique Architectural Decor company. He leases the 2 lofts to his close friends and uses the rest of the space as his art studio. Perhaps we will dive in a bit deeper with him on one of his other projects in the future.

[@twistoffate4791]

@@ThisHouse Omg, that would be an incredible opportunity. I would absolutely love that.

[@quickclipsbyjmj]

Basically, the whole building is home, office and work space. It's only lacking a garden of faux plants.

[@314jrock]

I pass by this building a lot and wondered what was in it.

[@djstephanysays9708]

I love Maximalists.

[@FARTDAUGHTER]

it’s like if pee wees playhouse wore a beautiful dress

[@cathyhopf6532]

not a fan of stucco or the lights in the elevator. Luv the elevator and the old gate that belongs when door closes

[@donnamariebrown2478]

Just wondering what is the Cosmopolitan? An exclusive club?

[@sherelynwhite4130]

What a strange hodgepodge of stuff! Individually some items in the rooms and areas of the building were beautiful. Unfortunately the way everything has been thrown together makes it all rather nauseating.

[@feelsbad1193]

What was in the loft area in the 1st apartment?

[@ThisHouse]

It was being used for storage.

[@twistoffate4791]

Pardon me, while I pick my jaw back up off the ground. Where would I even begin? So many things; so many questions. This place just made me want to go there myself. At 9:45 there was what appeared to be a very old, very unique wood-burning stove, and at 9:59 there was maybe an alligator carving. Any additional information on those fabulous eccentricities? Do you by chance know what wood, maybe Birch or Cypress, that lovely grand piano was crafted from? Also, is the owner swapping out some of the items around St. Louis for theatrical props, or is the owner a collector? No matter what, please say to Mr. Strum, "Many thanks for permitting [you] to give us this extraordinary tour." Mind blown.

[@ThisHouse]

It was spectacular to explore! The stove seen at 9:45 is from St. Louis Steam Engine no.1. At 9:59 we weren't sure what it was, possibly part of an old ship or timbers from an ornate Tudor Revival. If I had to guess the wood for the piano, I would choose Birch, though I am not 100% certain. The owner is a collector and artist, some of the pieces were his own works, others were pieces he rescued from being destroyed. I'm so glad you enjoyed this tour! -Ken

[@nataliegonzalez9944]

im speechless with this building but felt i wanted to comment because its just so gorgeous... i read your comment and loved it, i couldn't agree more with you, thank you Mr Strum for allowing us a glimpse into this marvel of a building.

[@twistoffate4791]

@@ThisHouse Thanks for your response!!

[@twistoffate4791]

@@nataliegonzalez9944 Thank you! We are so lucky to be subscribers to This House. This was off-the-charts cool.

[@nataliegonzalez9944]

@@twistoffate4791 couldnt agree more with you, we are lucky to be subscribed to This House 🤗

[@cathyhopf6532]

I prefer the 4th floor over the Pent House

[@Gizathecat2]

Are those living quarters really expensive AirB&B units?

[@ThisHouse]

The current owner leases them to his close friends. They would, however, make spectacular AirBnBs!

[@hbhb7900]

I would hate to have to dust that place. 😂

[@apeekintime]

I'd have enjoyed this video more with less "draw your eyes" and more "The floors are". That 4th floor looked like a murder den.

[@namelessone3339]

Lots of clever whimsy in all those details. I think it looks rather dated. The only original details are the elevator and the arched ceiling beam supports.

[@ravenwood7777]

Love your show ❤ you however do need some work on your music going in and out between rooms..spoty

[@ThisHouse]

Thank you for the tip!

[@keepitsimple4629]

What a garish mess!

[@danielnapoli649]

Ugly absolutely revolting, it should be razed the debris taken to a hazardous waste site

[@candidegunn3624]

Looks like a junk store

[@miketackabery7521]

This is one wacko building. Someone had too much money and too little taste.

[@rosepelzel4244]

Sorry, but this is one hodge-podge of a mess. Just goes to show you that one man's dream is another man's nightmare ( usually mine ... lol!! )

[@HBADGERBRAD]

Meh, bit of a hot mess. Lots of interesting points true.