Life + Culture

Women of Inspiration

Inspiring Stories of Women Shaping Our Community Article by Caitlin Agnew The women shaping our community inspire those around them every day.  They share their creativity, build businesses, volunteer their time, and often while also raising their families. Their resilience and dedication strengthen our community’s foundation. These women bring fresh perspectives, and their commitment continues to pave the way for future generations, making our community a better place for everyone.     ...

Arts + Culture

Words for Young Readers

She's written over 60 children’s books, sparking imagination and a love of reading Article by Bree O'Brien | Photography by Courtesy of Dori Hillestad Butler While Dori Hillestad Butler always knew she wanted to be a writer, it wasn’t until a serendipitous encounter in her freshman year creative writing class that she considered writing for kids. Hillestad Butler was struggling to complete a short story assignment, when a classmate majoring in Elementary Education apologetically announced that...

Travel

Girlfriend Getaway

Article by Caitlin Agnew Get your girls trip out your group chat and book a close to home getaway.  Less stress, less packing, and more time to play.  Here’s what we did (and recommend!) for our Seattle staycation.   Stay: Palladian Hotel   Voted ‘Best Hotel in Downtown Seattle’, the Palladian Hotel is within walking distance of landmarks like Pike Place Market, popular restaurants, live music, cafés, and boutiques. The edgy design elements and contemporary furnishings reflect...

Beauty

Refresh. Renew. Reveal.

Experience cutting-edge aesthetics, rejuvenating treatments, and personalized care at Lake Washington Medical Aesthetics new location. Article by Caitlin Agnew Lake Washington Medical Aesthetics has been operating in Kirkland for over two years and they are thrilled to open their new location on Market Street; a free-standing oasis with beautiful lighting and ambiance overlooking Lake Washington and Heritage Park.  There will be recently renovated treatment rooms inspired by modern, natural...

Home + Design

Designer Spotlight: Maggie Smith

California Casual Meets Pacific Northwest Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Tim Lenz Organic, textured, minimal, functional.  Just a few words Maggie Smith uses to describe her signature interior design style.  From living in Los Angeles to now in Kirkland, Maggie’s hope is “to bring a little bit of my California casual style to the Pacific Northwest.”  Kirkland Lifestyle had the opportunity to catch up with Maggie to learn more about her interior design journey.     What first...

Health + Wellness

Hidden Secrets to Sauna

Von Sauna is Kirkland’s hub for investing in your health and wellness—just maybe not exactly how you thought. Article by Lauren Hunsberger | Photography by Gabrielle Ann Photography and Life N Light “Everyone is equal inside the sauna.”   That’s the ethos of David James, founder of Von Sauna, who designed and built two beautiful, cabin-esque floating saunas that rest on the docks of Lake Washington in Kirkland.   The physical health benefits of sauna and cold plunge are amazing—the healing...

Local Services

Building Stronger Neighborhoods

Article by Caitlin Agnew Investing in our community is a great way to create positive change and build stronger connections.  If you're feeling stuck on ways to get involved, here are few simple and impactful ways to participate and contribute your skills.   Six Meaningful Ways to Invest in Our Community 1. Support Local Businesses Shop at locally owned stores, eat at neighborhood restaurants, and hire local services to keep money circulating in our community. 2. Volunteer Your Time ...

Life + Culture

A Contributor to His Community

This top broker supports a host of local organizations Article by Bree O'Brien | Photography by Panravee Photography and Clarity Northwest A prominent figure in the Eastside real estate market, Max Rombakh serves as the Managing Broker of Windermere Real Estate Yarrow Bay. With over two decades of experience, he has built a reputation for his deep understanding of the Eastside market and expertise in real estate investing. Rombakh began his professional journey as a loan processor under his...

Arts + Culture

Rising Tides Lift All Ships

Photographer Sung Park’s Passion Project Showcases Talented Artists as well as his Talent Behind the Lense. Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Sung Park Tell us about your business.   I started my photography business 10 years ago after working in marketing and advertising for about 12 years. Most of my income now is from commercial photography and headshots.  I started my personal project, “Artists at Work”, in 2018. The first collaboration in the series was with Douglas...

Real Estate

2025 Real Estate Review

Trusted Advice from Your Local Luxury Realtors Article by Caitlin Agnew When navigating the luxury real estate market, partnering with a knowledgeable local realtor is essential. A local luxury realtor understands market trends, exclusive neighborhoods, and property values, ensuring you secure the best deal. From selecting the finest properties to negotiating complex contracts, their expertise streamlines the process. They also have access to off-market listings and a network of high-end...