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Lunar New Year
Yuan Ru Art Center: Celebrates Lunar New Year with “Art of the Dragon” Article by Julie Hsieh | Photography by Laura Ohata Exhibiting nine local and international artists, including three from Mercer Island through March 31. “Surrounding myself in nature is my favorite way to recharge, center myself and find my creative muse. I try to soak in the views and maintain a presence whether I’m taking a walk or traveling. We are so intricately connected to nature and yet everything is so transient. I...
February 2024
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Creating Comfortable Homes
Navigating Your Pet’s Golden Years Article by Dr. Peter Brown | Photography by Island Animal Hospital One of the hardest parts of being a pet parent is the fact that pets age at such an accelerated rate. However, at Island Animal Hospital, we like to think of it as us finally getting to take care of them after so many years of them taking care of us. To best care for aging pets, it’s important to understand when your pet is considered a senior pet. Cats often live longer than dogs, but...
February 2024
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Smart Site Selection
How Feasibility Studies Save Money and Avoid Headaches Article by Sharon Perez & Chris Ishii | Photography by AOME Architects Selecting the right property to buy or sell in the Seattle area can be filled with costly pitfalls if you don't do your due diligence. An experienced architect like Mark Elster of AOME Architects recommends starting any site search with a feasibility study. "The biggest mistake people make is not getting professional guidance before they commit to a property," says...
February 2024
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Wow Factor Refresh
Singing in the Shower: A Mercer Island Remodel Article by Megan Atkinson, CEO NWLH | Photography by Jim Garner Perched on the western slope of Mercer Island’s First Hill, a handsome white house recently got a new primary bath, closet, laundry room, and updated landscape. The First Hill couple came to NW Lifestyle Homes with one request – remodel the spaces and create a bathroom with a “wow factor.” The primary bathroom already started with a sweeping view of the lake and the Olympics, but...
February 2024
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