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Grounded tones are bringing depth back to residential design By Like Media Team After years dominated by restrained palettes, color is making a clear return in residential design. Rather than covering entire homes in bold tones, today’s approach introduces color with intention. Cabinetry, millwork, and architectural details are becoming the places where color appears, creating depth and contrast while keeping the rest of the home balanced. Designers are also leaning into tone

Exterior design, construction timing, and the rise of functional outdoor rooms By Like Media Team Exterior space has become part of the floor plan. What was once treated as an open yard or secondary patio is now planned, financed, and constructed with the same intention as interior living areas. The shift has moved beyond trend and into standard practice. March marks the point when exterior projects move from inspiration to contract. Measurements are finalized. Budgets are al

The quiet routines that shape February in Spokane By Like Media Team February in Spokane moves at a quieter pace. The days are still short, the air is still sharp, and winter has fully settled in. This isn’t a month built for momentum or reinvention. It works best as a pause — a stretch of time that allows life to level out after the holidays and before the pace picks up again. Mornings arrive slowly. Light filters in later, softer than it was in summer, and the day doesn’t d

A fresh start built on calm, ease, and intention By the Like Media Team A new year always brings the urge to reset, but 2026 is bringing a different kind of energy. Instead of chasing bigger goals or busier schedules, many people are leaning into a quieter rhythm. They’re clearing out what weighs them down, choosing habits that offer clarity, and reshaping their homes and routines to support a calmer way of living. It starts with the everyday patterns that accumulate unnotice

Neighbors, nonprofits, and local spots that warm November By Like Media Team When November drapes its early dusk over Spokane, gratitude becomes more than a mindset—it’s woven into the texture of daily life. Spokane’s heart shows itself not in grand gestures, but in the steady glow of small moments that hold the city together. Beyond the classic Thanksgiving meals and gather-round bonfires, it lives in timeless family institutions, longtime neighbors holding steady, local bus

Lithium-ion safety and wildfire awareness made local By Taylor Shillam  This fall, the Spokane Fire Department is focusing on helping the community protect homes and properties from fire risk. Alongside its ongoing wildfire education programs, the department will highlight lithium-ion battery safety in honor of Fire Prevention Week this October. “Fire departments across the country are educating their communities about lithium-ion batteries,” says Jamie McIntyre, Community Ri

Where art, food, and community thrive By Like Media Team October in Spokane feels like a shift—crisp mornings, harvest colors, and neighborhoods buzzing with new energy. For the third part of our Districts of Spokane series, we head east and west of downtown to explore areas reshaping the city’s creative identity: Sprague Union and Kendall Yards. Sprague’s Creative Comeback Once known as a drive-through stretch, the Sprague Union District has embraced a renaissance grounded i

Spokane’s north side, in season By Like Media Team September in Spokane brings a shift in the air. The days grow cooler, the light turns golden, and the pulse of the city slows just enough to take notice. In this second part of our Districts of Spokane series, we head to two neighborhoods that wear history like a favorite jacket—Garland and North Monroe. Here, you’ll find classic architecture, local flavor, and a kind of charm that feels just right as fall rolls in. Where the

Rescuing fruit, feeding families, and fighting food waste one tree at a time By Taylor Shillam Since 2013, the Spokane Edible Tree Project (SETP) has been on a mission to fight hunger and food waste in the Spokane area. By connecting local fruit tree owners, volunteers, food banks, and community organizations, SETP rescues fresh produce that might otherwise go to waste and delivers it directly to those who need it most. “Our vision is a thriving community where everyone has a

Spokane’s city center at its summer best By Like Media Team August hits different in Spokane. Long days stretch into warm nights, the river runs steady through the city, and downtown pulses with summer energy. It’s a time when patios fill, trails buzz with locals and tourists, and the creative heartbeat of the city is on full display. This month, we’re kicking off a three-part series exploring Spokane’s most defining districts—starting with the one that’s always moving: Downt

Building confidence and hope through real-world challenges  By Taylor Shillam  At Peak 7 Adventures, the mission is to inspire youth to...

Where to go, eat, and explore this summer By Like Media Team Summer in the Inland Northwest is a season made for rolling down the windows...

Photo courtesy of Spokane Hoopfest A slam dunk for the Spokane community By Taylor Shillam Every year, as the end of June approaches, the...

Photo courtesy of Pig Out in The Park Adventure, dining, and live music in 2025 By Like Media Team As the long days and warm nights...

Bringing local food, artisans, and community together By Taylor Shillam Coming soon and located in the heart of Spokane County, the Scale...

Sustainable, handcrafted, and built for Northwest living By Like Media Team In Eastern Washington, home design is evolving to embrace the...

Photo courtesy of Mobius Discovery Center Downtown Spokane’s hub for hands-on STEAM exploration, family fun, and community Connection By...

Photo courtesy of Dorian Studios Offering a safe space for parents and children in crisis  By Taylor Shillam Vanessa Behan was created as...

A Guide to Embracing the New Year By Like Media Team As the calendar changes to January, it’s the perfect time to embrace fresh...

Warm Up Your Home for the Holidays by Like Media Team With the holiday season fast-approaching, you can transform your home into a cozy,...