Make your home the perfect space for relaxation and celebration, with these partners.

1st Lake

Established in 1970, 1st Lake Properties, Inc., and its affiliated companies are the largest developer and manager of multifamily communities in the state of Louisiana. 1st Lake Properties designs, develops, acquires, and manages over 10,000 apartment homes in greater New Orleans, primarily in Metairie, Kenner, and River Ridge, with additional apartment homes in Baton Rouge, the Northshore, and Picayune, Mississippi.

Specializing in high-quality communities, 1st Lake Properties apartments operate under the 1st Lake Properties’ management division. 1st Lake Properties’ foremost goal is: “To provide an ideal living experience for our residents through exceptional customer service and a commitment to the highest standards of quality.” With this approach, 1st Lake has become synonymous with premier apartment living, earning a reputation as a leading force in New Orleans’ multifamily community market. 1st Lake Corporates is the corporate housing division specializing in temporary, furnished apartments for extended stays of 90 days or more.

Visit 1stlake.com for more information.

Exterior Designs

Not sure where to begin with your landscape project? You’re not alone — and that’s where we come in.

Exterior Designs, Inc. by Beverly Katz is a full-service landscape design firm proudly serving the New Orleans area. Known as The New Orleans Courtyard Designer, Beverly brings a unique blend of creativity and problem-solving to every project. From drainage and privacy solutions to permitting, construction, and ongoing maintenance, we transform outdoor spaces into timeless extensions of the home.

With an eye for detail and a passion for quality, our team delivers beautiful, functional landscapes built to last.

Call (504) 866-0276 to schedule a consultation. For inspiration and expert tips, visit exteriordesignsbev.com. 

Young’s Dry Cleaning

Opening its doors to New Orleans in 1940 and still keeping the city’s clothes clean, Young’s Dry Cleaning has evolved and grown from humble Gentilly roots to three generations of upheld standards and high-quality service. Ever innovating, Young’s Dry Cleaning offers free pick up and delivery services, giving your clothes the five-star treatment with expert garment care at your convenience. Unable to make the trip to your local Young’s location? No problem. Pick Up and Delivery Service routes cover most of New Orleans, Metairie, and the Westbank, while a handy app allows you to schedule pickups whenever is best for you. And even if you need to personally pick up at any time of the day or night, Young’s Express Lockers enables you to quickly and conveniently place and pick up your orders at any metro location utilizing patented technology. In a sense, Young’s is always open for business, upholding their tradition of service 24/7/365.

Learn more at youngsdrycleaning.com.

Gulf Coast Lanterns

Located just a short drive from New Orleans, Gulf Coast Lanterns offers a vast selection of over 3,000 models of gas, electric, and faux flame copper lanterns, with over 150 models on display in their Downtown Covington showroom. Customers see firsthand the high quality of these lanterns—many of unique design—while receiving expert, in-person guidance from knowledgeable professionals.

Homeowners, builders, designers, architects, and developers enjoy the welcome advantage of fast, two-to-five-day delivery times when selecting copper lanterns for their homes or projects. Fast shipping and competitive pricing are both good reasons to make the drive across the lake. All customers can expect to receive the same gracious customer service regardless of project size.

Take the quick drive across the lake to Gulf Coast Lanterns, 401 North Columbia Street in Covington, or skip the drive and view Gulf Coast Lanterns’ products online at gulfcoastlanterns.com. Gulf Coast Lanterns offers fast, free shipping and the most competitive prices on the market. Call 800-910-3275 for showroom hours or to make an appointment.

Val Spaces

I believe a home should feel like you—every detail telling your story. As founder of Val Spaces, I’ve built my boutique design studio on collaboration, trust, and genuine care for the people I work with. Born and raised in Argentina, my design eye was shaped by rich colors, textures, and the beauty of everyday living. Today, I bring that sensibility to each project, blending style with the rhythms of real life. I love uncovering the little things that make a space feel special—like a window seat perfect for morning coffee or a well-placed basket of blankets that becomes the family’s favorite movie-night ritual. My role is to guide you through inspired choices that reflect your personality, meet your needs, and stand the test of time. Together, we’ll create spaces that aren’t just beautiful but feel like home in every sense of the word.