
Real Estate
Lakefront Luxury, Resort-Style Living
Half-acre estate estate blending timeless elegance, indoor-outdoor entertaining, and refined comfort Article by Laura SanchezQuan | Photography by Mike Wilson Set on a private, nearly half-acre homesite within the prestigious Rock Creek community, this extraordinary estate offers a rare blend of timeless architecture, refined luxury and seamless indoor-outdoor living. With 4 bedrooms, 5½ baths and 6,305 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the home unfolds with an immediate sense...
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Home Services
Charged With Trust
Three decades of family values power West Houston Electric's reliable service. Article by Stephanie Parnell | Photography by Jaime Velez When Randy and Sandi Deyo founded West Houston Electric in 1991, they built more than a business—they built a legacy rooted in integrity, craftsmanship, and service. More than three decades later, that legacy continues to power homes and businesses throughout Cypress and beyond, now carried forward by their children Steven and Sarah. From a young age, Steven...
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Home + Design
2026 Trend Report
Where Emerging Trends Meet Enduring Style Article and Photography by The way we design our homes continues to reflect how we want to live—calmer, more considered and deeply personal. Our Trend Report 2026 captures this shift, offering a forward-looking perspective on the trends shaping interiors in the year to come. Rather than fleeting fads, this year’s report highlights enduring ideas rooted in comfort, craftsmanship and intentional design. From softly elevated minimalism to richly...
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Food + Beverage
Chefs on Duty
Back for Seconds with Cy-Fair Fire Department Article by Laura SanchezQuan | Photography by Daniel Arizpe/Apollo Productions From the heart of the firehouse to your kitchen, these recipes in this reader favorite come straight from the chefs on duty at our esteemed Cy-Fair Fire Department. While these heroes work tirelessly to keep us safe, they also know their way around a kitchen. Full of flavor and made to bring people together, these meals fuel our hometown heroes—and now, they’re bringing...
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Food + Beverage
Where Community Comes Home
Lazy Dog Restaurant brings mountain lodge warmth and scratch-made comfort to Cypress Article by Stephanie Parnell There's something unmistakably inviting about Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar when you walk in. Maybe it's the warm glow of the interior that feels like a mountain retreat, or perhaps it's the way the scent of scratch-made comfort food greets you at the door. Whatever it is, this isn't just another chain restaurant dropping into town—it's a carefully crafted gathering place that has...
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Local Services
Rising with Grace
Get to Know the Heart Behind Local Cottage Bakery, Hazel & Crumb Article by Laura SanchezQuan “Nobody warns you about baking your first loaf,” says Jennifer Brown, the heart and hands behind Hazel & Crumb. “You don’t realize how deeply it connects you to something bigger than yourself. What starts with flour, water, and salt quickly becomes a lesson in patience, trust, and joy.” Jen’s journey into sourdough began unexpectedly after a women’s event at her church. “I brought home a dehydrated...
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Life + Culture
Homes for Heroes
Tunnel to Towers Foundation Fights to end Veteran Homelessness Article by Kaylee Dusang With more than 30,000 veterans experiencing homelessness across the United States, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation strives to make a difference in the lives of our nation’s heroes. In 2023, the national non-profit launched their Homeless Veteran Program to provide veterans with housing and access to supportive services. Their first Veterans Village location, Houston Veterans Village, is a fully renovated...
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Local Services
Behind the Lens
A Conversation with Photographers Sunny Rajabi & Daniel Arizpe Article by Laura SanchezQuan | Photography by Sunny Rajabi and Daniel Arizpe Their work fills the pages of this magazine, but their impact extends far beyond—into local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and everyday moments that deserve to be remembered. Q: What inspired each of you to pursue photography? Daniel: My journey began in Cy-Fair ISD in high school, I immersed myself in Photo I, II, and III, and worked on both...
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Life + Culture
40 Years Strong
Celebrating the Impact of the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce Article by Laura SanchezQuan | Photography by Daniel Arizpe | Apollo Productions This year marks a major milestone for the Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce as it celebrates 40 years of service to one of the largest and most dynamic communities in the Houston region. Since its founding in 1986, the Chamber has played a vital role in advocating for businesses, developing leaders, and fostering sustainable growth throughout Cy-Fair. At...
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Health + Wellness
Beyond the Mirror's Reflection
Cypress-area clinic, ReinviMD, addresses the emotional toll of hair loss Article by Stephanie Parnell For years, Dr. Sakina Broachwala watched patients celebrate dramatic weight loss transformations at her Tomball clinic, ReinviMD—shedding 50, even 100 pounds. They'd transformed their bodies completely. But something kept pulling them back from feeling truly confident. "They'd lose 50+ pounds, transform their bodies, but every occurrence of catching their thinning hair in the mirror pulled...
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