Co-founder of Warner Hall Thornhill of Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, J. Warner actually has two jobs. Since 1983, he has been not only a realtor, but also an international flight attendant for American Airlines. In 33 years, he has clocked thousands of miles and been to hundreds of countries. “Oh my goodness, I’ve been all over the world,” he says, adding that his favorite place to visit is France (he speaks French fluently and owns a home in Provence with husband George), and the most exotic is Hong Kong. In 2015, Warner and his partners, Sam Hall and Alexandra Thornhill, were recognized both as the No.1 team for Dielmann Sotheby’s and in the state of Missouri. Warner has been an agent at Dielmann Sotheby’s for the past three years.
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What is your favorite restaurant?
Cafe Saigon on Euclid Avenue—for the Nem spring rolls and the ginger chicken pot.
Where do you grab a good cup of coffee?
I have a preference for Starbucks. I used to live right next door and went nearly every day.
What is your favorite store?
Bissinger’s. I have a keen fondness for their chocolate-covered raspberries, which they sell only around this time of year when the fruit is in season.
Which park/outdoor space do you most enjoy?
Forest Park. I run there almost every day. I particularly love the area around the Grand Basin and Boathouse.
What is your favorite thing about the central west end?
Without question, the architecture—either French renaissance or French chateauesque.
What sets the Central West End apart from other areas in St. Louis?
It has so much energy and really is the only remaining authentic, urban neighborhood in the city. It’s a wonderfully cohesive community, and everything is walkable—boutiques, restaurants, grocery stores, bars, even doctors and hospitals.
Noteworthy: Last year, Warner Hall Thornhill closed $50 million in sales. So far this year, the group has $30 million sold and under contract.
Pictured: J. Warner, Alexandra Thornhill, Sam Hall
Photo courtesy of Warner Hall Thornhill
