Home + Design

Weaving Lifestyles

Shabahang Rug Gallery offers a blend of old-world traditions, contemporary charm Article by Terry Schuster | Photography by Abbie Miller For Bruce Shabahang, every rug has a story waiting to be discovered. Step inside Shabahang Rug Gallery in Waukesha, and it quickly becomes clear why the fourth-generation owner describes the two-story showroom as an art gallery rather than simply a retail store. Thousands of handwoven rugs line the walls and floors, each representing months or even years of...

Food + Beverage

Toss, Sip, Savor

Enjoy the bright flavors of late summer with a Mediterranean-inspired salad and citrusy limoncello spritz. Article by Erin Treder | Photography by Abbie Miller When Brookfield City Lifestyle publisher Jessica Opat served this Mediterranean orzo salad at a recent gathering, it quickly became the recipe everyone was asking about. Fresh, colorful, and packed with bright Mediterranean flavors, it was an instant crowd favorite—and she knew we had to share it with our readers. Our team paired it...

Shopping

Timeless Jewelry Returns

Craig Husar shares how global influences shape jewelry trends. Article by Craig Husar, Chief Romance Officer | Photography by Abbie Miller Standing along the shores of Lake Como, Italy, it’s impossible not to feel inspired. The light dances across the water, historic villas rise from the hillsides, and everywhere you look there is elegance. Italy has always been a global center of fashion and design, and during my recent visit, I was reminded how much the romance of travel influences the...

Fitness

Less Can Deliver More

How shorter, smarter workouts can help you build strength, recover better, and see lasting results Article by Mike Koplin, MaxStrength Fitness Waukesha | Photography by Rachel Malehorn For decades, we’ve been sold the same message: If you want better health, you need to exercise more. More days. More miles. More classes. More sweat. More pain. The fitness industry has convinced us that if an hour is good, two hours must be better. But what if one of the biggest myths in health is that more...

Health + Wellness

The Healing Power of Oxygen

Discover how hyperbaric oxygen therapy supports healing, recovery, and wellness Article by Erin Treder | Photography by Abbie Miller It was Maureen Soltwedel's passion for healthcare that led her to open MD Hyperbaric, a hyperbaric oxygen therapy clinic, in Wauwatosa this past January. After spending 25 years working on the corporate side of healthcare, Soltwedel was looking for a change. "I loved healthcare, but the corporate side of healthcare is not the same thing," she says.  After...

Food + Beverage

You're Invited

Event OverviewEvent: An exclusive, free community mixer hosted by Floor Coverings International of Waukesha, Brookfield City Lifestyle Magazine, Graze Craze, and V Private Bar Services.Date and Time: Thursday, September 17, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.Location: Floor Coverings International Showroom, N15W22218 Watertown Rd, Waukesha, WI 53186.Event HighlightsGourmet Bites: Guests can enjoy charcuterie, including meats and cheeses, provided by Graze Craze.Professional Pours: V Private Bar Services...

Wellness

Cool Treats for Hot Dogs

Local veterinarian suggests the best summer dog treats and ones to avoid Article by Terry Schuster When summer temperatures soar, many families look for ways to keep their kids and dogs cool. While slurping that popsicle is a fun way for the kids to unwind and cool off, sharing it with your dog can be dangerous for furry friends. Dr. Kate Self Ludwig, associate veterinarian at Brookfield Veterinary Wellness and Urgent Care (and owner of three dogs), offers healthy treat suggestions and...

Arts + Culture

Award-Winning Imagination

Brookfield Academy Scholastic Art winners take pride in creative expression Article by Terry Schuster | Photography by Provided Many people see cardboard as something destined for the recycling bin. But for one talented student, cardboard became the foundation for a national award-winning work of art.  Omotola (Tola) Oladeji, who in May graduated from Brookfield Academy, won a Scholastic Art national award this past spring for her cardboard sculpture, “Smile” and was invited to Carnegie Hall...

Life + Culture

From Flooring to Farm Life

Matt Werner balances business ownership, family life, and a thriving hobby farm. Article by Erin Treder | Photography by Abbie Miller Matt Werner has always been drawn to home construction and improvement, so when the opportunity to own Floor Coverings International came his way in 2010, he was eager to take it. “I always had a vision for running a home improvement business,” Werner says. While attending the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, he operated a CollegePro Painters business...

Travel

How to Travel With Kids

A seasoned traveling parent shares tips for smoother family adventures Article by Jillian Gibas, founder, JLJ Travel | Photography by Provided   Nonstop flights are your best friend. More flights mean more waiting for takeoff, more waiting to deplane after landing, and more opportunities for delays and cancellations. If possible, start the trip-planning process by narrowing destinations with nonstop flight options. You don't need to bring as much as you think. Unless you're traveling to...