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...

Local Services

Friendly Faces

How One Nonprofit Unrolls the Welcome Mat for Youth Experiencing Homelessness. Article by Lauren Hunsberger On any given day, there are hundreds of youth experiencing homelessness in the Kirkland community. The reasons are myriad: drug or alcohol addiction, physical abuse, human trafficking, or oftentimes persecution of a particular lifestyle or race.   Whether these things are happening to the individuals themselves or to their family members, there are many complex circumstances that can...

Home + Design

Reimagined Living

Transform Your Space From the Ordinary to the Extraordinary. Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Kara Mercer NW Finishing and General Construction specializes in creating bespoke luxury homes and providing high-end remodeling services that combine innovative design, functionality, and timeless elegance. Their offerings include custom home design and build, interior and exterior remodeling, space planning, ADU’s, as well as commercial renovations and remodels.  Kirkland Lifestyle caught...

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...