Home + Design

2025 Home Trends: Tips from Houston's Experts

Local experts provide valuable advice on the latest trends in real estate, home renovation, design, and technology, offering inspiration and guidance to enhance any home. Article by Ally Straczek Houston specialists in real estate, home design, craftsmanship, hardware, and lighting give tips on upgrading your home's style and value using the latest trends. Learn how small changes to spaces, plumbing, hardware, cabinetry, and furnishings inside and outside instantly add efficiency and luxury...

Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

The Tigelle Sandwich from Lee’s exemplifies the cocktail bar’s dedication to flavor and innovation. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Julie Soefer Benjy Levit, the restaurateur behind Benjy’s, Local Foods, and Milton’s, recently debuted Lee’s, the newest concept from the Local Foods Group. The Rice Village bar crafts an extensive cocktail menu led by Máté Hartai, blending classic and modern techniques to match the space’s upbeat ambiance. Pairing perfectly with the drinks are...

Entertainment

Hanging from New Heights

Cirque du Soleil's hair suspension artist, Penny Scheidler, shares insight into her one-of-a-kind duet in Echo. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photography courtesy of Cirqu du Soleil How did you become interested in a hair suspension act?  The inspiration to explore hair suspension came after working with a hairhanger in a show in Australia. Witnessing the discipline live for the first time deeply moved me. I had known about it before, but seeing it in person made me truly...

Home + Design

Relaxed and Refined

Discover a modern waterfront estate in Taylor Lake’s El Lago, offering breathtaking views, luxurious amenities, and seamless indoor-outdoor living for exceptional entertaining and relaxation. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Stephen Gutierrez Located less than one hour from Downtown Houston, this six-bedroom modern home, listed by Alex Loyd, sits on nearly three waterfront acres in Taylor Lake’s El Lago community. Designed by Miro Rivera Architects and built over five...

Home + Design

Visual narratives

Interior designer Katie Davis matches décor to each home’s ‘story.’ Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Nathan Schroder Katie Davis may not have been thinking about interior design when she watched her parents’ kitchen get remodeled and she may not have imagined who created the beautiful spaces in shelter magazines she loved to peruse. But years later, when she and her husband, Billy Davis, an attorney, got their first home, she knew exactly how to express her own sense of style. It...

Home + Design

Timeless Spaces & Modern Living

Sean Suffel shares insights on The RO Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff The RO Project boasts an impressive team of designers, architects, and builders. Can you share how this talented group came together and what makes their collaboration unique?   It is difficult to build something new that is experienced as if it was developed over time, organically, and fits naturally within the surrounding community. This was one of Transwestern Development Company’s primary design goals and, in...

Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

Chef Michael Lara's seven-layer torta setteveli is a must-try at Tavola. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Brian Kennedy Chef Michael Lara leads the kitchen at Tavola, the upscale Italian spot in Post Oak. As the chef de cuisine, he works with Salvatore Martone, The Bastion Collection's Michelin-Starred Corporate Chef, and a Joël Robuchon protégé to create a menu that celebrates the diverse flavors of Italy. Lara continues the restaurant's commitment to high-quality ingredients...

Life + Culture

It’s a Date

Redefine romance with Houston’s one-of-kind date night experiences. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Santé Lounge Santé Lounge, a cocktail spot in Houston’s Upper Kirby area, is the perfect location for a night out on the town. The lounge offers a curated food program featuring oysters, caviar, artisanal meat and cheese boards, and flatbreads like The Frida with chorizo and avocado-poblano drizzle. Their cocktails are also inspired by famous artworks, such as The Three Graces, an elegant twist on...

Style + Beauty

The Perfect Fit

Christy Lynn Lee marks a milestone year with new collections and strategic pop-up boutique. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Lauren Holub Photography Houston-based fashion designer Christy Lynn Lee is marking five years of her eponymous brand with a pop-up boutique in River Oaks District. The pop-up, running through the end of the month, will feature selections from her Fall/Winter 2024 line and the first release of her Spring 2025 collection in February.   "I wasn't initially...

Travel

Caribbean Calling

Grace Bay Resorts in Turks and Caicos makes it easy to experience a fantastic island getaway. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photos courtesy of Grace Bay Resorts With over 7,000 islands in the Caribbean, picking the ideal winter escape can be challenging. But Turks and Caicos, with its pristine white beaches and clear blue waters, is a perfect option for those looking to swap chilly weather for a sunny retreat.    This archipelago, 575 miles southeast of Florida, consists of 40...