Home + Design

Arvada Flooring + Interiors

Helping Homeowners Refresh from Start to Finish Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Christian Huerta, @ChristianUnlimited Spring brings freshness to the world, full of new life and growth. The rebirth seems to prompt something inside homeowners to take a closer look and see what needs refreshing or improving. It is the perfect time to reinvest in the home, renewing it to mirror what is occurring in the natural world. No matter the size and scale of the project, finding quality...

March 2024

Home + Design

Arvada Rent-Alls Builds Off Its History

Home Project Help is Made Easier with Local DIY Experts Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turquoise Camera Founded in 1963, Arvada Rent-Alls recently celebrated 60 years in the equipment rental industry. President and Owner Andrew Heesacker is the second generation of his family to run the company. However, he followed a non-traditional route before joining the family business. “My dad has been a part of the business my entire life, so I was essentially...

March 2024

Home + Design

Tesla Electric Company

Illuminating the Path to a Brighter Lifestyle Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turquoise Camera & Tesla Electric Co. Tesla Electric Company isn’t only illuminating homes; it is illuminating lives, one job at a time. Founded and guided by Felix Keil, the full-service electrical shop provides solutions that enhance and help shape the very essence of home. From accent lighting and smart home integrations to panel upgrades and EV car chargers, Felix and Team Tesla...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Saying Hello to a HELOC

Making your biggest investment work for you Article by Dana Slone | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turquoise Camera Mortgage Broker Cleo Lewis says, “Home ownership is one of the most exciting aspects of our lives.” As CEO of Central Park Mortgage, Lewis knows the value of investing in your home and using that accrued value to continue to invest in your and your family’s future, be it through acquiring a second property or enhancing your current home through a variety of improvement...

March 2024

Home + Design

A Clear Benefit

Exterior renovations offer your home comfort and value Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Christian Huerta and Windows America For 25 years, locally-owned and family-operated New Windows for America has served the metro Denver area as the leading authority on exterior renovations. Owners Clyde and Kathleen Lundeen emphasize superior customer service and high-quality products at an affordable price. Exterior renovations produce beneficial results, beginning with improved energy...

February 2024

Life + Culture

Homes for Heroes

A Navy veteran, former dispatcher and now Arvada real estate broker helps peers Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette, The Turqouise Camera As a native of Arvada, Dalton Addison serves the community he loves and knows well. Following high school graduation, Addison served four years in the U.S. Navy, attended college, and then served as a 911 dispatcher in Jefferson County. His daily interactions with residents and first responders cultivated his passion for connecting...

February 2024

Home + Design

Amping Up With Jennings Audio/Video

Plug Into Tech To Increase Your Home's Value Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Cara LeFebvre for Jennings AV While home technology may be intimidating for some, it can unveil a world full of possibilities and open the door to transforming your home into a realm of luxury and convenience. In the ever-evolving landscape of home technology, Barry Jennings, the founder of Jennings AV, has carved a niche for his company by embracing innovation, genuine customer care, and a commitment to...

February 2024

Home + Design

A Stylish Haven

Creating a Professionally Staged Feel in Your Own Home Article by Robyn Phipps, Tower Staging & Design Well styled homes flood our social media feeds daily, but the idea of having your own home look as polished can often feel unattainable. However, achieving that refined and sophisticated look may not be as impossible as it may seem if we look at the basic principles applied to properties that are staged for sale. The best home stagers take current design trends into account, but the end goal...

February 2024

Life + Culture

Moving Beyond Boundaries

A diabetes diagnosis creates a family opportunity to help community Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Andrea Flanagan & Children's Diabetes Foundation As a young mom, Jennifer Hess remembered the day that something wasn’t quite right with her four-year-old son, Alex. “He was super thirsty, so he was drinking and going to the bathroom a lot,” she shared. “He also didn't want to walk down the street to the neighborhood pool. Then when we got to the pool, he wasn’t interested in...

February 2024

Life + Culture

Mayor Lauren Simpson Takes Center Stage

Leading by example Article by Dana Slone | Photography by Rebecca Sloan Photography Arvada Mayor Lauren Simpson, elected on Nov. 7, 2023 to a four-year term, is only the third woman in the city’s long history to serve as mayor and the first in more than 40 years. She’s also the first woman to be directly elected to the role. Simpson is a wife and mother, former city council member, community leader and volunteer, including for the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, the photo shoot...

January 2024