May 2009

When it comes to spending vacation time at the Lake, invest in a closet, not luggage.

Cruise, rent or charter your way at the Lake of the Ozarks.

The water. Boating. Skiing. Swimming. Fishing. Need we say more? The 617 billion gallons of water is the calling card of this high-profile body of H2O. So get out there and get wet.

A fresh space for groups at the Lake of the Ozarks

The waters of Grand Lake
present a refreshing boating experience.

Investing in real estate at Grand Lake can be as easy-going as the waterways.

Homeowners turn to classic architectural styles — but with modern amenities and personal tweaks, of course.

A Ketchum, Okla., couple worked
together to create the
ultimate lake home for themselves, their family and even
their neighbors.

Soon-to-be empty nesters scrapped plans for a home on the links for a loft in a vibrant college town.

A hands-on homeowner discovers
her own distinctive style amid
a daunting remodeling job.

A Mission Hills rebuild becomes an instant architectural classic.

Vitamin D is quickly becoming a common household name since recent studies have linked low levels to osteoporosis, heart disease, cancer, even death — and everything in between.

Your future self will benefit from a diversified cellar of age-worthy reds and whites.

Luxury homes offer a unique sense of place with the feel of Italian countryside but views of the downtown skyline.

Saltwater pools gain in popularity among homeowners in search of less harsh and more eco-friendly waters.

For Your Home and Lifestyle

A small Kansas town makes a big mark in eco-friendly living.

Homeowners turn to stylish items with a past to add interior panache.

This Kansas City, Mo., garden defies following recommended design guidelines — it simply (and beautifully) blossoms with the whims of a homeowner’s favorite pieces.

These backyard staples add natural elegance to any outdoor setting.

If you want what you haven’t got, faux finishing can give it to you.