Home + Design

Montecristo Ironworks

Make a Statement with Handcrafted Steel Doors Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Tiger Chilcoat Your home’s entrance deserves more than an ordinary door. Monte Cristo Ironworks creates stunning steel pivot doors that blend artisanal craftsmanship with modern design—turning entries into showpieces. Why Choose a Pivot Door? "Pivot doors make a dramatic first impression with their balanced, smooth operation. Their versatile design works for grand entries, modern offices or seamless...

Food + Beverage

Bellini's Executive Chef

Servando Santillan Goes the Extra Mile to Ensure Customers Are 100% Satisfied Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Harlea Robinson In 1990, Bellini’s Ristorante and Grill opened at 63rd and Penn. From those beginnings, this iconic restaurant overlooking Waterford Pond has consistently received praise for its fresh, delicious and authentic Italian dishes, traditional American favorites and contemporary cuisine, as well as for its impressive selection of wines to complement every meal and...

Food + Beverage

OKC VIBES

Mel & Lestari’s Insider Scoop to the City! Article by Mel Drake and Lestari Kusumawardani | Photography by Harlea Robinson Dining Elevated – Literally When it comes to giving the men in our lives their due, June felt like the perfect excuse to celebrate everything bold, classic and downright indulgent. Enter Vast, a fine-dining gem perched high on the 49th and 50th floors of the Devon Tower. Yes, you read that right—we’re talking dinner with a view that’ll have you swooning before the first...

Health + Wellness

Meet IPA's Dr. Lars Bouma

He’s Not Just Restoring Function—This Specialist Restores Lives Article by Staci Elder Hensley Prosthodontists may not be as widely recognized as other medical specialists, but their work is life-changing. These dental experts tackle the most complex cases—everything from dental trauma and major reconstructive surgeries to replacing missing teeth with crowns, dentures, implants and fixed bridges. Their work not only restores oral function but dramatically enhances patients’ quality of life. ...

Home + Design

Randolph Design + Build

50 Years of Creativity, Collaboration & Craftsmanship Article by Brooke Barnett For over 50 years, Gary Randolph has been building more than just homes—he’s been crafting a lasting legacy. Starting his journey as a framing and trim carpenter, Gary’s career in homebuilding is grounded in hands-on work and attention to detail, a commitment that has remained constant throughout his remarkable professional journey. As Randolph Building + Design hits their half century mark, he reflects back on...

Home + Design

Move Over, All-White Kitchens

Urban Kitchens Says Hottest Kitchen Trends Evoke Character and Charm—and Color! Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Megan Crowe For many years, the all-white kitchen was all the rage. Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder, and to this “beholder,” all that white spelled bland and uninspired, not to mention a challenge to keep looking spic and span. Fortunately, just as I begin early plans to overhaul my 1950 home’s kitchen and other spaces, kitchen trends have taken a wide...

Shopping

40 Years and Thriving

Oklahoma City Boutique, Founded in 1985, Enjoys Loyal Customer Base Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Michelle Pipes It’s rare these days to hear about a business that is still thriving after 40 years. Essentials, a boutique located in the heart of Oklahoma City, was launched in 1985 by Mary Ann Grade. Her attention to customer concerns and desires was rewarded by the growth of an incredibly loyal customer base, many of whom still frequent the business today. “We strive to preserve...

Life + Culture

OKC VIBES

Mel & Lestari's Insider Scoop to the City! Article by Mel Drake and Lestari Kusumawardani | Photography by Harlea Robinson There’s nothing quite like a girls’ night to reset your soul, but this time, Lestari and I decided to level up our tradition. Why not trade sleeping bags and late-night pizza for plush beds, decadent dining and skyline views? May’s theme for the mag, The Ladies Issue, was practically begging for the ultimate girls' staycation. Cue the Ellison Hotel and an evening at Milo...

Sports + Recreation

Heading for Home

Patty Gasso Completes Cycle With Request to Be Head Coach Through 2028 Olympic Games Article by Debbie Copp It’s a sign that most Sooner softball fans understand. A runner is heading to third base and the head coach begins making circles with her arm. The runner hits the bag at third and heads for home. When University of Oklahoma head coach Patty Gasso was asked by USA Softball to become the head coach of the U.S. National team through the 2028 Olympic Games, it was like heading for home...

Life + Culture

It Takes a Village

Selah: The Way Communities Were Originally Designed Article by Jerri Culpepper | Photography by Gary Kurns & Kylie Masters It takes a village to raise a family. There was a time when home was the heart of a community. Neighbors knew each other by name, and front porches were meant for rocking chairs, sweet tea and conversation that stretched into the evening. Backyards were filled with the smell of barbecue and the sound of laughter. In the summertime, kids ran barefoot through the grass...