Arts + Culture

Meet the Makers

Check Out These Four Local Artists Enriching Our Community. Article by Caitlin Agnew Painter Aziza Saliev, as seen at Parklane Gallery   Tell us about your creative journey. My creative journey began in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, where I grew up surrounded by diverse cultures and traditions. Art became my way to express myself, connect with others, and explore creative parts of life. Moving to the U.S. at 19 was challenging as I adapted to a new country, language, and culture, but it pushed...

Entertainment

Rising Star

Antwane Tyler Brings Local Charm to Country Music Scene Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Life N Light Local singer and songwriter, Antwane Tyler, has captured the hearts of fans with his authentic storytelling and unique journey to country music. Growing up music was always a part of his life, but he didn’t discover his true passion for it until after he was adopted.  “It was during some of my toughest moments that I turned to music as an outlet—a way to process everything I was going...

Health + Wellness

The Fit Life

Kirkland resident, Laura Mak Quist, shares her fitness and wellness journey. Photography by Jose Moreno, JMORENO PR Laura Mak Quist, MS is the embodiment of “wisely fierce”, a term she coined to describe a woman who is in tune with her body, embraces mindful living, open to growth, and always learning.  Laura has lived a fitness lifestyle with many chapters of accomplishments for herself and her clients. Growing up her family engaged in more “lifestyle sports” like biking, canoeing, and...

Wellness

The Water Cure

How Passion and Purpose helped Create a Unique Wellness Hotel Experience Article by Caitlin Agnew Baker | Photography by Life N Light The Posthotel in Leavenworth has become known as the premier luxury wellness hotel in our state and it’s not hard to see why. As you enter Posthotel, you’re immediately embraced by a sense of calm. The air is lightly scented with their signature custom scent; soft ambient music sets a tranquil tone. Everything—from the luxurious textures to the quiet elegance of...

Life + Culture

For Auld Lang Syne

Article by Bree O'Brien | Photography by Courtesy of the families One thing that makes the winter holidays feel so special, is the continuation of family traditions. Seasonal songs, events, decorations, foods, and rituals hearken back to childhood and beyond - bringing warm memories to the current day. Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Eve/Day and more all offer opportunities to enjoy old traditions and create new ones. Three local families shared some of their own with Kirkland...

Local Services

Best of Kirkland 2024

Article and Photography by Kirkland Lifestyle is honored to present this year’s group of “Best of Kirkland” winners that were chosen by YOU, our readers and community!  To be a winner of “Best of Kirkland” is highly regarded because it represents genuine feedback from real consumers rather than expert reviews. These businesses and individuals were chosen because they are a pleasure to do business with, and they value their relationships with clients, customers, and patients.  In other words...

Home + Design

Purposeful Design

A look inside Alair Kirkland’s latest build; a home crafted with vision and designed with views in mind. Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Life N Light Photography, Home staging by: First & Main Design, Upstaging Seattle and Ryan James Fine Arts Designing a home with a view requires thoughtful planning to maximize natural beauty. Large windows, open layouts, and strategically placed rooms enhance the connection to the outdoors. It’s also important to focus on framing vistas, using...

Health + Wellness

Navigating Holiday Conversations with Grace

Self Space Therapy Shares a Guide to Staying Connected in an Election Year Article by Rachel Lund | Photography by Grace Kim The holidays are meant to be a time of joy, togetherness, and connection—but let’s be real, they can also bring stress, especially when we’re navigating tough conversations with loved ones who hold differing opinions. Throw an election year into the mix, and it’s easy to see why many of us feel anxious about gathering around the dinner table. As a mental health...

Travel

Autumn Escape at Casia Lodge & Ranch

Experience Luxury, Gourmet Dining and Outdoor Adventure in the Heart of the Methow Valley Article by Deborah Friend Wilson | Photography by Jamie Petitto Nestled on nearly 300 pristine acres at the base of the North Cascades, Casia Lodge & Ranch is a hidden gem for luxury travelers seeking an immersive experience in the breathtaking Methow Valley. Since James Beard Award-winning Chef Jason Wilson, known for his culinary leadership at The Lakehouse and Civility & Unrest in Bellevue, joined as...

Food + Beverage

Inspiring Ways to Support Your Community

Tis the Season! Give back this holiday with three local nonprofits. Article by Caitlin Agnew Hopelink Hopelink provides programs for people experiencing poverty, immigrants and refugees, and people with disabilities. Hopelink’s mission is to promote self-sufficiency for all members of our community to help people make a lasting change.  Our community can participate by giving time as a volunteer, using a talent to raise funds or in-kind donations, or offering the treasure of a financial...