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.
October 7, 2025
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.
September 30, 2025
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.
September 25, 2025
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!
September 23, 2025
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.
September 16, 2025
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.
September 11, 2025
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!
September 8, 2025
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!
September 2, 2025
Parker, Colorado, a vibrant community located southeast of Denver, has grown rapidly in the last 30 years. It is known for a charming downtown, strong school system, and family-friendly atmosphere. Parker’s outlying residential developments attract buyers seeking new construction especially south of Hess Road. And the new build community of Looking Glass reflects both the region’s dynamic growth and its commitment to quality living. We spoke with Looking Glass resident Nick Rizzi, a real estate agent with Happy Homes in Colorado, for another look at the market right in his backyard.
August 28, 2025
Living in Parker means lots of weekend things to do from performances by comedian Ms. Pat, and flamenco guitarist Benise, to the legendary Mavis Staples! There’s also an art-in-the-park expo and half-marathon (plus 10K and 5K races) right here in Parker!
August 26, 2025
A few days ago, Jerome Powell, the Chair of the Federal Reserve, signaled a likely an interest rate cut in the near future. We used that as a jumping off point to speak with local realtor, Nick Rizzi, at Happy Homes in Colorado, about the implications of a rate cut to people interested in purchasing a home in 2025.