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Simple Touches, Beautiful Spaces

Photography by Janie Jones In the world of home decorating, small details can make the biggest impact. Thoughtfully chosen accents, textures, and finishes are often what transform a house into a home that feels personal, welcoming, and current. Today’s interior style leans toward pieces that balance beauty and function, blending timeless design with fresh, on trend elements. At A Thyme for Everything in downtown Lee’s Summit, decorating is all about layering. Whether it is updating a coffee...

Home + Design

A Fresh Take on Farmhouse Living

Photography by Hannah Schreiner A recent home interior refresh at Lone Summit Ranch in Lee’s Summit offers a strong example of how thoughtful design updates can completely transform a space without a full renovation. The main residence on the property, a large farmhouse-style home, already featured beautiful architectural elements such as exposed beams and custom details. However, the interiors no longer reflected the homeowners’ current style or how they wanted the home to feel. Rather than...

Home + Design

Meet Jami Meek Designs

A Bold Life Decision Results In An Award-Winning Career Article by Linda Ditch | Photography by Nate Sheets At Jami Meek Designs, interior design is approached as both an art and a discipline. Known throughout the Kansas City region for architecturally grounded interiors and highly detailed execution, the firm delivers spaces that feel layered, intentional, and deeply personal. Each project reflects not only refined aesthetics, but a structured process designed to guide clients confidently...

Home + Design

A Farmstead Reimagined for the Next Generation

Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Provided By honoring the land, preserving family history, and building with intention, one Harrisonville home proves that progress doesn’t have to erase the past. Some homes begin with a blueprint. Others begin with a memory. For Sherri Moreland Peters, building a new home with builder, Michael Burns (Jameson Homes) on her family’s farm wasn’t about creating something flashy or trend-driven; it was about coming full circle. After her husband retired...

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Designing With Intention: A Modern Approach to Kitchen Remodeling

In a world saturated with design inspiration, true design clarity has become rare.Homeowners in Lee’s Summit often arrive with saved images and inspiration boards, yet what they are really searching for is not simply style. They are searching for intention. How should the space function? What details matter daily? Where does workflow matter most? What will still feel right five or ten years from now?Modern kitchen remodeling has evolved beyond surface level upgrades. It is no longer just about...

Life + Culture

When Cake Becomes Art

Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Birdie James built a career baking wedding cakes so sculptural and striking they felt closer to art than dessert. Over the years, her work earned both national and international recognition, with designs shared and admired far beyond Kansas City. “My own journey has been shaped by curiosity, creativity, and experience,” says James. “From childhood art classes to architectural photography trips in Kansas City and Chicago, from studying...

Food + Beverage

The Timeless Comfort and Joy of Chocolate

at a Thyme for Everything Photography by Janie Jones Chocolate holds a special place in our lives because it is both comforting and celebratory, familiar yet indulgent. From its rich aroma to its smooth, satisfying texture, chocolate has a way of turning small moments into something memorable. It is a treat that feels universal, enjoyed across generations and cultures, which makes it especially meaningful during Valentine’s Day. At its core, the holiday is about sharing kindness and...

Finance + Legal Services

From Wise Wealth to Wealth Enhancement:

A Local Wealth Manager With Deep Roots in Lee’s Summit Prioritizing Relationships Over Transactions Photography by Janie Jones In the heart of downtown Lee’s Summit sits a wealth management firm built on clarity, trust, and long standing relationships. The firm’s purpose is straightforward yet powerful: to help individuals and families achieve financial freedom so they can give, serve, and enjoy life with confidence. That mission has guided the firm since 2007, when founder and president...

Life + Culture

The Gift of Letter Writing

Article by LeAnn Parker | Photography by Janie Jones There is a lost art in letter writing that I wish to hold onto. In this speedy world where anything can be done lickity-click, a handwritten letter takes time and shows thoughtfulness. Much like a fingerprint, a person's handwriting- as elegant or clumsy as it may be- is as much a piece of them as the color of their eyes or the sound of their voice. The handwriting of a loved one that has passed or the writing of a child that time has aged...

Food + Beverage

A Fresh Take on Mexican Flavor in Lee’s Summit

Ancho & Agave brings scratch-made dishes, a vibrant atmosphere, and a standout tequila program to its newest location. Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones A bright new flavor has landed in Lee’s Summit, and it comes wrapped in bold colors, scratch-made cooking, and a tequila program that would make any agave lover grin. Ancho & Agave, the vibrant Mexican-inspired restaurant concept launched in 2019, is officially opening its first Kansas City–area location, and Managing...