from the homeowner | Harriet Felman knows a thing or two about glamour. Her career brought her into contact with stars like Debbie Reynolds and Johnny Cash, and for decades, she called the penthouse unit at The Plaza in Clayton home. The palatial residence’s 360-degree panorama views showcase the city at its finest, and it offers all the features and amenities expected of luxury living.

Why did you pick The Plaza?
My husband and I had a home in Brentmoor Park. He never wanted to move to a condo, but we decided to at least check some out. We looked around Clayton and were very impressed by The Plaza. Initially, we took a half-floor unit and were pleased with that, but my husband got a call about moving to the 29th floor where we’d have the entire floor. That was a surprise!

What are some standout features of the penthouse?
When we took the unit, it was a shell—just one big open scary place. My son-in-law Stephen Levin is an outstanding architect who has received national recognition for his work. He told us not to worry about it and designed the space. We worked on the condo for two years, and the results exceeded our expectations. The condo is almost 7,000 square feet, and there are two big terraces. We had a separate area for guests with their own bedrooms and bathrooms, plus its own elevator.

Do you have a favorite room?
My favorite is what I called my Hollywood room. It was very glitzy and glamorous—people were always dazzled when they went in. The room is a little more private than the more open parts of the condo. It was my special room, and I hope that someone finds a wonderful use for it now.

How is the unit for entertaining?
That was the best part! We hosted many benefits. The biggest was 98 guests, and no one felt crowded. The condo has a very open concept, so it’s easy to flow from space to space. The terraces also were great for parties.

What would you like the next homeowner to know?
I loved living at The Plaza. The people are wonderful, and you can count on everything to be taken care of—all you have to do is call, and it’s done in a snap. My husband and I put together this condo with Stephen’s help, and it’s just wonderful.

Price: $5,000,000
Agents: Wayne Norwood and Ben Patton
Agency: Janet McAfee Real Estate | Finest Homes of St. Louis
Phone: 314.629.3931

Photos: Matt Ponstingl – stlrealtour.com by Peaks View