From smart-home technology that fits in your pocket to backyards designed for gathering, today’s homes are evolving in intentional ways. Architects, builders and landscape designers are blending innovation with durability, sustainability and personal style, creating spaces that feel both modern and deeply livable. The result? A smarter, healthier and more beautiful way to call Oklahoma “home.”
By Kimberly Burk
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Buying or selling a home is part math, part instinct and a whole lot of preparation. From understanding mortgage options and setting the right price to navigating inspections, property values and seller must-dos, today’s real estate market rewards informed decisions. Here’s what Oklahoma homeowners and buyers need to know to move forward with confidence.
Understanding Mortgages
Unless you’re flushed with...
From first showings to closing table deals, Oklahoma’s real estate agents make home buying and selling look easy. Oklahoma Magazine’s Top Real Estate Agents listing honors the professionals who rise above, giving firms of every size a platform to showcase their top producers and total 2025 volumes.
All sales volume numbers come directly from real estate agencies.
Accent Realtors –Tulsa
Teams
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A handful of recently opened restaurants are setting a higher culinary standard than we’ve seen before. Chefs are becoming more ambitious – cooking with precision and delivering experiences that demand attention. Together, they signal a dining scene that has stepped confidently into its prime.
Tulsa
Maestro
Food, decor, drinks. You’re lucky to find a restaurant that does one well. Aaron Post, who...
The New Higher Education Landscape
A university education is expensive, and today’s students are increasingly seeking accommodations such as flexible schedules and better mental health support.
At Oklahoma Panhandle State University, “we do not equate flexibility with less rigor,” says university president Julie Dinger, Ph.D. “We see it as a modern delivery method paired with clear expectations. We are expanding both...
The Private School Guide features a user-friendly chart spotlighting a range of private elementary, middle and high schools in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, to help compare student-teacher ratios, tuition costs, foreign language options, religious affiliations and more.
The Art of ‘Subtle’ Plastic Surgery
As plastic surgery continues to evolve, there’s been a trend toward more subtle, yet significant, improvements to one’s appearance. Two plastic surgeons share insights on the newest technologies and procedures delivering natural-looking results.The Rise of Minimally Invasive Treatments
“We have seen a resurgence of minimally invasive, office-based treatments that can help restore a more youthful...
Cocktail Culture
Whether you love a dark and dingy dive or a classy craft cocktail bar, drinking culture continues to evolve in Oklahoma. We lay out a few trends to watch in 2026.
Neighborhood bar experiencesWhile a fancy wine bar or sultry speakeasy is always a draw for drinkers, many folks are looking for a Cheers-esque, low-maintenance, welcoming experience in 2026....
Smart financial planning is a lifelong process, but the most important step is simply getting started, no matter your age. From leveraging the luxury of time in your 20s to protecting wealth and planning a legacy in your 70s, experts outline achievable moves that build stability decade by decade.
Your 20s & 30s
People in their 20s and 30s, who are...
2025 was a landmark year for our state. In fact, Oklahoma didn’t just move forward – it surged ahead. Bold, confident and visionary leaders drove that momentum, pushing industries forward, lifting communities up and proving that belief in Oklahoma’s people can take you just about anywhere.
The impact of these honorees, whether in business, sustainability, sports, leadership or education, is...
