May 2008

News for Your Home and Lifestyle

Loose Park Place channels the neighborhood’s heart and history in newly constructed townhomes.

Private Gardens is a niche community offering the freedom
to build and live as you choose.

Shovels, lawn mowers, clippers…oh my…back.

The first-ever KC Health Home brings green building, energy efficiency and indoor air quality to the forefront of homebuilding.

The 43rd Annual Vanderslice Kitchens & Homes Tour: May 14

A contemporary addition and remodel in Fairway, Kan., takes the residential top spot in IIDA’s regional design awards.

What to look for when considering heat-blocking window film that won’t block light.

If you think your yard is ‘green’ because it’s outside, you might need to start from
the beginning.

Inspired by the sound, omeowners seek out the installation of high-end systems.

As seasons change,so should your interior spaces.Here are 20 tips for the transition.

Practical and delicious, boxed wine reappears new and improved.

Life coaches help clients navigate life transitions more quickly and effectively.

The Resort & Yacht Club at Toad Cove - The pursuit of happiness finally has a finish line.

An architect by day, abstract painter Curtis Simmons expands his creativity through an exploration of self and local landscapes.

A Weatherby Lake couple turns their attention to ‘green’ design, creating a natural refuge for connecting with the outdoors.

Edible landscapes incorporate food-producing plants into a residential landscape.

Kansas City builder Ron Ratliff enjoys crafting new homes so much that his homes keep getting better and better with practice.

Visitors and residents need not put plans for health care on hold while at the Lake of the Ozarks — top-quality facilities are there to meet everyone’s needs.

Grand Lake in Oklahoma is a new place to explore just hours from Kansas City.

Here’s a sneak pick at some of the ‘in’ rides you’ll find on the lake this season.

Wade into the dreamscape offered by today’s most relaxing backyard amenity — a luxurious accessorized pool.

The Bristol catches a big wave with a prime location in the heart of downtown’s newfound action.