Home Services

The Foundation of Lasting Value

How a Local Family Business is Building Strength, Structure, and Long Term Investment into Bellevue’s Most Beautiful Homes Article by Taylor Robinson | Photography by Akiha Marketing In Bellevue’s most refined neighborhoods, where design and durability go hand in hand, Custom Concrete Northwest is quietly shaping the foundation of some of the area’s most beautiful homes. Built on a shared belief that quality craftsmanship and integrity still matter, this family run company was created with...

Arts + Culture

Inside The Agency Art House

How Art Advisory Is Reshaping Luxury Living in Bellevue Article by Susie Naficy | Photography by As Noted The Agency Art House officially launched in 2024 as the art advisory division of The Agency - an internationally recognized boutique real estate brokerage. The Agency integrates fine art into the luxury real estate experience, and the model has already proven successful in upscale markets like Beverly Hills and Miami. Now, that same vision has arrived in Bellevue. But what exactly does...

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Intentional, Timeless, and Sustainable

Elisa Yip discusses her knitwear brand and the ideals that shape her business and design choices Article by Bree O'Brien | Photography by Phillip Bailey and Jessica Garcia Born and raised in New York City, Elisa Yip had been in the fashion world for over 20 years before launching Sskein (pronounced skan) in 2020. "I left Nordstrom during Covid and this was the perfect opportunity to finally create my own brand," she says. Yip runs the company from Bellevue now, and has built up a devoted...

Home + Design

Statement in Structure and Style

Vision, precision, and quiet boldness Article by Courtney Evans | Photography by Matthew Gallant of Clarity NW Photography In a market where luxury can sometimes feel predictable, true distinction is rare. One newly completed residence stands apart, not because it is louder or larger, but because it is intentional. At the center of that intention is Max Rombakh, the number one real estate agent in Kirkland, whose role in this project extended far beyond representation. The land has been in...

Life + Culture

Soccer on a Global Stage

How is Bellevue preparing for FIFA World Cup 2026™? Article by Bree O'Brien Jesse Canedo, Chief Economic Development Officer for the City of Bellevue, has his eye on the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 matches coming to Seattle this summer. In addition to his position with Bellevue, he serves as a Commissioner with the Seattle Sports Commission, which “connects and empowers the vibrant sports community in Greater Seattle. We champion our region as a world-class sports destination that drives...

Finance + Legal Services

Investing with Intention

Preserving Wealth, Purpose, and Legacy Across Generations Article and Photography by As the conversation around investing evolves from pure accumulation to thoughtful preservation and legacy, clarity and intention become more important than ever. We sat down with Terry Cook, CEO and Managing Principal of Parcion Private Wealth, to explore what strategic stewardship looks like in today’s economic landscape. With decades of experience advising entrepreneurs, business owners, and...

Home + Design

Built for Ease

How John Buchan Homes Creates Custom Residences That Perform Quietly Every Day Article by Susie Naficy You have spent your career designing systems that are elegant under pressure. You value clarity, reliability, and solutions that disappear into the background because they work exactly as intended. A strategically designed home can deliver that same effect. When done well, it amplifies your energy, simplifies daily routines, and turns ordinary moments into seamless experiences. This...

Home + Design

COMMON FORMME

Where Design Meets Wellness Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Sumaira Amber Creating beautiful and healthy spaces comes naturally for Emily Ellstrom, who grew up watching her parents design and build homes, giving life to the dreams of their clients.  “My parents met on a job site in the 80s. My dad was a general contractor and my mom was a high-end designer,” shares Emily. “In the mid-2000s, as they were sitting around a table with clients and the various parties who can be...

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Architecture with Intention

Inside AVI Design Studio’s rapid rise and its approach to shaping spaces for life, work, and everything in between Article by Taylor Robinson Architecture is often judged by what we see clean lines, thoughtful materials, a sense of balance. But at AVI Design Studio, architecture begins long before form takes shape. It starts with understanding how people live, how businesses function, and how space quietly influences daily behavior. Founded as a natural evolution of more than two decades spent...

Home Services

Designing an Outdoor Paradise

How partnership, communication, and vision lead to extraordinary outdoor spaces Article by Bree O'Brien | Photography by Bryan Anderson, First Drop Media While aesthetics and functionality have historically been considerations for designing the back, front, and side yards of a home, more modern schools of thought consider outdoor spaces as extensions of the home. As such, they should complement both the architecture of the dwelling and the lifestyles of those who live within it.  Landscape...