From Builders Square to...? The Story of a St. Ann Building

St. Ann, Missouri, witnesses the rise and fall of a retail giant. The story begins in 1996 with the opening of a Builders Square and Weekends Only Furniture Outlet. Early images show a bustling retail space, a testament to the era's economic prosperity. However, as time progressed, the building's appearance changed. By 2007, the parking lot seemed less full, and the overall condition of the building appeared to be deteriorating. "It was a popular spot back then," recalls a local resident, "everyone went there for their building supplies and furniture." The final images from 2025 reveal a significantly altered building, suggesting a change in ownership or purpose. This transformation illustrates the cyclical nature of retail and the ever-changing landscape of American towns.