Whole home renovation
in St. Louis
When one room isn’t enough — when the kitchen needs to open up, the bathrooms feel dated, and the layout hasn’t kept pace with how your family lives — a whole home renovation aligns everything.
What a whole home renovation looks like
A whole home renovation touches multiple rooms and systems in a coordinated effort. Rather than renovating your kitchen this year and your bathroom the next, a whole-home approach lets us plan everything together — so finishes are cohesive, layouts connect logically, and you only live through construction once.
What all whole-home renovations share is complexity. Multiple trades need to be coordinated, decisions compound on each other, and the order of operations matters. That’s why the design-build approach works especially well for projects at this scale.
Is a whole home renovation right for you?
Homeowners come to us for whole-home renovations for different reasons, but a few patterns come up again and again:
You bought a home you love in a neighborhood you don’t want to leave, but the interior hasn’t been meaningfully updated in decades.
The bones are good, but everything else needs to catch up.
Your family has grown or changed — kids are older, parents are moving in, you’re working from home — and the spaces that once worked no longer do.
You’ve renovated rooms individually over the years, and the house feels disjointed. Different styles, different decades — now you want everything to feel like one cohesive home.
You’re considering moving but realize that for the cost of selling, buying, and moving, you could renovate the home you’re in — in the neighborhood you love — and get exactly what you want.
What’s typically included
Every project is different, but whole-home renovations commonly include:
Kitchen redesign
New layouts, cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and lighting
Bathroom renovations
Primary suites, hall baths, and powder rooms with modern fixtures
Living area transformation
Opening floor plans, removing walls, and adding built-ins
Flooring & finishes
Coordinated materials and palettes throughout
Electrical & plumbing
Bringing older systems to current code
HVAC improvements
Upgraded systems, added zones, better efficiency
Structural modifications
Load-bearing wall removal, headers, reconfiguration
Exterior updates
Siding, windows, doors, outdoor living coordination
Renovating St. Louis homes since 1955
St. Louis is a city of neighborhoods, and every neighborhood has its own architectural personality. A one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work.
South City
Early 1900s brick two-stories and bungalows. Character worth preserving — plaster walls, hardwood floors — but challenges like knob-and-tube wiring and tight lot lines.
Webster Groves & Kirkwood
Craftsman bungalows and early-century homes needing third-floor dormers, updated kitchens, and bathroom additions. Our Webster Groves project earned HBA Project of the Year.
Ladue, Clayton & Frontenac
Larger 1940s–1970s ranches and colonials. Projects center on modernizing dated layouts, creating open-concept living, and upgrading primary suites.
Chesterfield & Town and Country
1980s–2000s construction with good bones but builder-grade finishes. Comprehensive refreshes that elevate materials and add personal character.
What our clients are saying…
“Aleto’s ability to convert our attic into two bedrooms and a bathroom, as well as renovate our first floor bathroom was AMAZING. They were very careful to communicate everything that was happening during the process of design/construction, which was very comforting because our baby was born two months early, just in time for demolition to start!!
Their designers and craftsmen pay attention to every detail and make sure to leave you wowed! Every person that came to our house was hardworking and respectful of our home. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We recommend them to everyone, and plan to have them back for some future projects!”
Erica Twomey
Featured whole home renovation project
TURNING A HOME INTO A RETREAT
2022 HBA Remodeling Project of the Year Winner
We transformed our homeowners’ dream into reality by creating a spacious gathering room for entertaining and a relaxing primary bedroom suite. We enhanced outdoor living with a two-level deck, providing a cozy covered area for watching TV or dining, and an uncovered lower deck for outdoor entertainment.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a whole home renovation take?
Most whole-home renovations take between three and six months from the start of construction. Larger projects or those involving structural changes may take longer. Our pre-construction process is designed to keep the build phase as efficient and predictable as possible.
Can I stay in my home during a whole home renovation?
In some cases, yes — especially if the renovation can be phased so you always have functional living space. For more extensive projects, many homeowners choose to stay with family or rent temporarily. We’ll help you plan logistics during the design phase.
What’s the difference between a renovation and a remodel?
The terms are often used interchangeably. A renovation typically refers to updating existing spaces, while a remodel involves changing the structure or layout. Most whole-home projects include elements of both.
Do I need permits for a whole home renovation in St. Louis?
Yes — most whole-home renovations require permits for structural, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work. Requirements vary by municipality across St. Louis County. Our team handles the permitting process as part of the project.
Related services
Not sure if a whole-home renovation is the right scope? Explore these popular individual services:
Kitchen renovation
We rethink how your kitchen flows, functions, and feels from layout to custom storage and premium appliances.
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Bathroom renovation
Convert dated bathrooms into spa-like retreats with custom tile, modern fixtures, and intelligent layouts.
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Additions & dormers
Room additions, second stories, dormers, and sunrooms that look like they’ve always been there.
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Let’s talk about
your home
A whole home renovation is a significant investment in your home, your comfort, and your future. The best way to know if it’s right for you is to have a conversation.