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Closets By Design

Article by Alicia Holecek | Photography by Janie Jones Closets By Design is more than just a storage company—it’s a solution-driven business dedicated to helping customers create functional and organized spaces. At the helm is Galen Anderson, who, after spending years as a paramedic, seized the opportunity to turn his lifelong passion for woodworking into a career. Now, just over a year into ownership, he is finding his stride, blending craftsmanship with customer service to transform home...

Finance + Legal Services

Prevail Innovative Wealth Strategies

Challenging the status quo Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones For too long, traditional wealth management firms have followed the same outdated playbook, offering cookie-cutter investment strategies that focus more on managing wealth than creating it. At Prevail Innovative Wealth Strategies, the mission is different—founded in 2017, Prevail was built on the belief that the conventional financial system is broken and that clients deserve more than just stock market-dependent...

Food + Beverage

Enjoy Pure Food + Drink

Serving Clean Eating in Lenexa Photography by Janie Jones     In a fast-paced world where convenience often trumps quality, Enjoy Pure Food + Drink stands as a refreshing alternative. Founded by Staci Cross, this health-conscious eatery has been serving fresh, organic, and nutrient-dense meals since 2015. After nearly a decade of success in Leawood, Enjoy Pure Food + Drink expanded to Lenexa, bringing its commitment to clean eating to a new community. Before diving into the restaurant...

Food + Beverage

Inquiring Chef

Start with a Vegtable Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Jess Smith is the founder of the popular food blog InquiringChef.com, which she started in 2010 after moving to Thailand with her husband. She explored Thai cuisine, took cooking classes, and documented her experiences on the blog. Over time, her passion for cooking grew, leading her to focus on quick, easy meals for families. Today, Inquiring Chef receives over 5 million page views annually and supports a small team...

Food + Beverage

Citrus, Carrot, and Chickpea Couscous

By Inquiring Chef Photography by Janie Jones Sweet carrots and tart cranberries complement each other in every bite of this tangy couscous. It makes a light meal on its own but becomes a showstopper when spread on a platter and topped with braised meat, roasted cauliflower steaks, or seared tofu. If you want to add a little creaminess, serve the couscous with a spoonful of plain yogurt. 1 pound carrots one 15½-ounce can chickpeas 3 tablespoons olive oil 1½ teaspoons ground cumin ½ teaspoon...

Home Services

French by Design

Bringing Timeless Antiques to Kansas City Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones In the heart of Kansas City’s antique scene, French by Design is a treasure trove of authentic French antiques, hand-selected and brought across seas by a team with a deep passion for history and design. The business, founded in 1999, has grown from a single booth in Mission Road Antique Mall to a well-established name in both Kansas City and Texas, with a loyal following of collectors, designers...

Home + Design

Get the Look

at Blackbird Collection Photography by Tyler Amadeus and Alec Walsworth Blackbird Collection is a sustainable lifestyle brand that encourages you to embrace a slower pace and enjoy a more meaningful shopping experience, curated with purpose-driven brands. They offer a range of clothing for women, men, and children, all from innovative and forward-thinking labels. At Blackbird, looking stylish doesn’t mean harming the planet. They prioritize timeless, classic styles over fleeting trends...

Food + Beverage

Blanc Champagne Bar

Article by Jenny Vergara | Photography by Janie Jones There are people in this world for whom every day is a reason to celebrate. These joyful souls raise a glass and make a toast to mark all kinds of occasions, big and small. For these individuals—and those who aspire to join their ranks—there’s Blanc Champagne Bar, located at 3835 Main Street in Midtown Kansas City. Owner, Jordin Johnson, spent two years transforming the former Canary space into her first bubbly bar and restaurant, which...

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Where Innovation Meets Artistry

Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Nate Sheets Kitchen design has entered a transformative era, where innovation meets artistry to create spaces that are not only functional but also personal and sustainable. With advancements in technology, materials and craftsmanship, today's kitchens are tailored to meet the evolving needs and tastes of homeowners. According to interior designer Laura McCroskey, kitchens today are about more than just cooking—they’re an expression of personal...

Home + Design

A Cherry-Picked Nursery

Article and Photography by Katie Currid After being a boy mom for six years, I was ecstatic when we found out that our third addition would be a girl. Though I have never been a super girlie girl, I could not wait to go all-in on the nursery with some feminine touches. One of my design constraints with this room was avoiding painting the 10-foot walls while eight months pregnant, so I thought wallpaper and painted trim would be a great compromise here for a pop of color. During my wallpaper...