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Know which way the wind blows.

…They say. In other words, check here often for news and updates.

Settle up and settle in. Check the latest news at Looking Glass – what’s moving and shaking, and what to expect for what’s just over the horizon. And when there’s an event taking place, check here too for details and how to register.

More Families Choosing Multi-Gen Living Arrangements

After the pandemic of 2020-2021, more and more adult children began welcoming their aging parents into communal living spaces.  While health concerns or financial issues often create the need for families to combine under one roof, a Generations United survey suggests families often discover the structure works well for them in a variety of ways.

Smart New Home Construction Upgrades

New home construction is popular with families whose needs are evolving and space requirements shifting. And after walking through a gorgeous model home it can be hard to narrow down your must-haves and keep your list of options and upgrades, budget-friendly.  

Beer Festival, Salsa Party and Paul McCartney!

Oh, beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain! There’s an America the Beautiful symphonic concert this week, comedians from both coasts and this land-locked state, plus there’s a Beatles tribute band at PACE and the Great American Beer Festival is happening downtown at the Convention Center! Plan your weekend now from the new build community of Looking Glass from the many things to do in Parker and nearby – with family, friends and neighbors!

Preparing Your Lawn and Garden for Winter

October in Parker brings cooler temperatures, shorter days, and the rewarding golds, reds and bronze colors of autumn. For the owners of new homes in Looking Glass, as the growing season winds down, lawns and gardens could use a bit of TLC to prep for winter. Here are a few quick tips as cold weather approaches.

Leaf Peeping Day Trips in October

One of the great things about living in Colorado, in particular Looking Glass in Parker, is being so close to the colorful fall foliage landscapes in the mountains. Within a two-hour drive, you can pick your elevation and view stunning fall foliage from now until mid-November as you drive through different climate zones.

Fall-O-Ween, Craftoberfest and The Wine Walk!

From the new home community of Looking Glass you can venture to all kinds of fun things to do this weekend! Events like Fall-O-Ween and the Craftoberfest means fall is the time to enjoy autumnal bliss! The master-planned community of Looking Glass in Parker is minutes away from indoor and outdoor events for adults, kids and entire families, so plan your weekends now! 

Building a New Home: What to Expect

Stages 5-10 Continued from Last Week

For aspiring new home buyers, the prospect of buying a house that has yet to be built can be daunting. But looking at the stages in a comprehensive list can make things less overwhelming.

Building A New Home: Step-by-Step

Building a new home can be a lot of things: exciting, terrifying, frustrating, overwhelming, inspirational, thrilling and satisfying. If new home construction is a decision you’re leaning towards, understanding the timeline will help you make informed choices and set realistic expectations. Over the next three weeks, we’ll take a closer look at the stages involved in building a home and how long each generally takes.

Wine Walk, 9/11 Memorial, and Amy Grant

From the Wine Walk at Southlands to performances by artists from Amy Grant, Chris Cagle, Devon Allman and Lovin’ Spoonful, to comedians Adam Ferrara and Shayne Smith. Colorado Remembers 9/11 at a downtown memorial tonight, and horse racing fans can enjoy the sport at Arapahoe Park. The master-planned community of Looking Glass/Parker is minutes away from indoor and outdoor concerts, outdoor markets, special events so plan your weekends now!

Calling All Resident Photographers!

Residents of Looking Glass! Get out your cameras and snap your favorite scenes around our new build community in Parker! See details below and send us your best, award-winning photos that capture life in Looking Glass!