Sports + Recreation

Sunny Day Traditions

Article by Bree O'Brien | Photography by Courtesy of interviewees It’s summertime and the livin’ is easy… the end of school and the onset of warmer, drier weather provide opportunity and motivation to get outside for some fun. There’s no shortage of choices in an area as beautiful and temperate as ours. Kirkland Lifestyle connected with four locals to learn about their favorite things to do in the summer months. The Av Family Yuka What is your favorite summer tradition?  Going on...

Shopping

The Little Brand with a Big Heart

Elevated Essentials, a Loyal Following, and the Story Behind Little Bipsy’s Rise Article by Taylor Robinson | Photography by Life N Light What began as a search for stylish, high-quality basics for her baby boy quickly turned into something much bigger. When Brittani Little couldn’t find children’s clothing that felt both timeless and practical, she decided to create it herself—unintentionally laying the foundation for a brand that would soon capture the hearts of parents across the country...

Life + Culture

Balancing Career and Motherhood

Article by Caitlin Agnew Susan George is a creative entrepreneur, singer/songwriter, and mother of two. She’s been singing professionally since the age of 14, in 2017 she became a mother, and in 2020 she launched Mediary Marketing, a social media marketing agency that covers everything from content creation, influencer marketing campaigns and e-commerce/social commerce. Susan’s goal is to show the good and hard parts of pursuing big dreams while balancing family life, and to encourage women to...

Home + Design

Built to Last

Kirkland based builder, RD Homes, shares their latest project. Article and Photography by   What is RD Home's design approach?   The beauty of constructing homes is that with infill type development (developing in existing neighborhoods), every lot is presented with its own unique set of obstacles and characteristics. We enjoy the challenge of working with the architect to best utilize those difficulties to deliver a functional floor plan for the site. Furthermore, we ensure our homes stay...