Louis Oliver Gropp, an editor in chief of shelter magazines House & Garden, Elle Decor, and House Beautiful, passed away at the age of 88. Gropp, a steady figure in the industry, oversaw the renovation of House & Garden in 1981. The magazine transformed from a middlebrow publication to a sophisticated and elegant publication targeting affluent readers. Throughout his career, Gropp showed an ability to adapt to different visions and support the ideas of others. After his tenure at House & Garden, Gropp went on to edit Elle Decor and House Beautiful. He was known for his kindness and business savvy, and he left a lasting impact on the shelter magazine world.