Home + Design

A Nod to Nature

Little Hinoki Designs and Mountain Maple Woodworks showcase how design and material go hand-in-hand, just like the couple behind the companies Article by Marko Capoferri | Photography by Rick Szczechowski The practice of training bonsai trees is one that requires patience, slowness, and a fundamental respect for the tree and how it wants to exist. To grow and cultivate a successful bonsai tree, one must essentially become a collaborator with another living thing and its natural tendencies.  A...

Home Services

A Sensible Solution

West End Farms takes a new approach to the development and home-buying process Article by Juilanne Bitely | Photography by Rick Szczechowski The team behind West End Farms—Justin Metcalf, Matt Brandt, Jason Shreder, and Rosalie Cates—aren’t just business partners. They’re true Missoulians—community-minded, nature-loving creators, and long time friends. “The blueprints for this simply didn’t exist,” says Justin Metcalf, Co-Managing Partner of Collaborative Development and U of M graduate. ...

Local Services

Going Home

The Humane Society of Western Montana reflects what the community and beyond has done for pets all across Montana Article by Chelsea Lyn Agro | Photography by Rick Szczechowski The Humane Society of Western Montana (HSWM) has maintained a 90% or above placement rate since 2009, classifying it as a no-kill shelter—an incredible level of success that saves lives by standard. Beyond that, their efforts have a direct impact on community and statewide pets: keeping them with their families...

Home + Design

Dream it, Do it

DIY was the key to achieving luxury vibes on a budget Article by Chelsea Lyn Agro | Photography by Rick Szczechowski There’s one main factor that indicates whether your dream home addition is heading to the bank or burrowing down a DIY tunnel: what you’re not willing to compromise. For my husband Chris and I, it was the benefit of southern exposure—a naturally well lighted space. Two walls made almost entirely of windows was estimated to cost $25,000 if we hired out. That investment would...