Home + Design

5 Bright Ways to Add Flair

Henry Home Interiors' Says These Light Fixtures Are Worth the Investment Article by Haley Tahsuda Delicate glass flowers are woven together in this intricately detailed fixture, lending a whimsical and feminine air to any space! Seen in Henry Homes Interiors’ Lavender Haze teen room in the 2003 Oklahoma Symphony Show House. A massive, angula luminaire, formed from wrought iron sheets of perforated metal in an antique gold leaf finish. Evokes power, strength and masculine energy. ...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Invested in Edmond

1NB Bank Taps Veteran Banking Professional Jim Canton to Lead Edmond Branch Article by Murphy Barnett | Photography by Kaylin Hill and Provided Since the late 1800s, First National Bank—or 1NB—has helped grow Ardmore—a city with a population of just under 25,000 located in south-central Oklahoma—into the flourishing and vibrant community it is today. Established in 1891, prior to statehood, 1NB over the years has built a legacy of community, support and top-notch service in Ardmore while...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

'Seeds of Tradition'

Exhibit Examines Roles of Beadwork in First American Life Article by Kelli West Exhibit C Gallery in Oklahoma City’s Bricktown District is more than a gallery and exhibit space. The 4,000-square-foot gallery houses works of art from First American artists in a variety of mediums. Exhibit C’s staff assists collectors in curating collections and offers brokerage services. Opened in 2014, the gallery is a platform for First American voices and artistry. Over the past 10 years, it's given...

March 2024

Education

Molding Tomorrow's Leaders

Leadership Oklahoma City's YLX Program Nearing Milestone Article by Brooke Barnett For more than 30 years, Leadership Oklahoma City has been a force for positive change in the metro area. The organization works to develop and support prominent members of the business community and nonprofit sector, and their impact extends also to the next generation of future leaders.  Leadership OKC has trained over 3,500 adult and youth leaders to work toward improving their community. Youth Leadership...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Investing vs. Human Nature

Successful Investing for the Future Requires Self-Discipline Today Article by Tracy Ann Miller, CFP®, CLU, ChFC | Photography by Mel Drake Photography The word investment is traditionally defined as the “commitment of resources to achieve later benefits.” If an investment involves money, then it can be defined as a “commitment of money to receive more money later.” Who doesn’t want more money later? Sounds simple enough, but many people fail to appreciate the value of time as defined here...

March 2024

Home + Design

Stock the Bar

Barkeep Dishes Out Insights Into Current Home Bar Trends Article and Photography by Kaylin Hill 1 Functionality trumps aesthetics, with a shift toward professional-grade barware. 2 Barkeep ( Barkeepokc.com ) carries Cocktail Kingdom and Cocktail Emporium tools. 3 Collaborations with local artisans like Winship's Bitters add a delicious local touch. 4 For must-haves, a shaker, strainer and jigger top the list. 5. Stay tuned for their upcoming spring sale on glassware, bitters and...

February 2024

Travel

A European Odyssey

Nichols Hills Dream Home Inspired by Travel Article by Kaylin Hill | Kollab Creative Co. | Photography by Kaylin Hill In OKC’s Nichols Hills neighborhood, a dream home stands tall, echoing the rich tapestry of the European travels of its owners. Robert M. and Paulette Gordon are seasoned explorers of France and Italy who translated their wanderlust into a unique architectural marvel that seamlessly blends Old World charm with modern comforts. From the moment you step into the 24-foot-high...

February 2024

Home + Design

A Beautiful Juxtaposition

Remodeled Kitchen Blends Elegance and Functionality Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Megan Crowe Urban Kitchens ( UrbanKitchensOK.com ) owner and designer Jo Meacham compares a just-completed major kitchen renovation to the fairy tale of Cinderella, minus the glass slipper. She explains that the Edmond home, built in the late 1990s, featured stained woodwork trim and cabinets in the kitchen and served the family well for many years. "But, just like for Cinderella, the time had...

February 2024

Home + Design

Custom Home Surpasses Couple's Expectations

Features Include Kid-centric and Outdoor Living Spaces Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Kaylin Hill & Korie Smith Beautiful but comfortable surroundings and gads of space for family living and entertaining, both indoors and out. Those words describe the new Edmond home designed by Brent Gibson of Brent Gibson Classic Home Design ( BrentGibson.com ) and built by Oklahoma City-based custom homebuilders Davidson & Co. Mike Davidson, who runs the family-owned company with wife Amy and...

February 2024

Life + Culture

The 111Project

Building Communities of Care Article by Murphy Barnett There are currently more than 6,200 children in foster care across Oklahoma, and one nonprofit organization is working diligently to reduce that number and help as many children as possible. The 111Project, established in 2011, is built upon the values of community, caring and connection. The organization strives to help Oklahoma children in the foster care system by connecting them to potential foster families and providing avenues of...

January 2024