Arizona Residential Architects 24 (ARA 24) Magazine

Carson Architecture and Design

Ten Reasons to Hire an Architect

1. An Architect can help you create and focus your dream house into a built reality.

Architects see the big picture. A skilled architect can help you develop and integrate your list of requirements with the other complex factors to create a unique Arizona home just for you by prioritizing your needs.

2. An Architect is a licensed professional.

Architects are educated, trained, and tested in a large range of areas, including aesthetic design, ergonomics, sociology, ecology, law, building codes, construction materials and technology. This breadth of knowledge allows foresight when evaluating competing requirements and restrictions.

3. An Architect will solve your problems with creative, elegant solutions.

Architects are trained to make buildings both functional and beautiful. An architect will be able to show you alternatives that you might not have considered possible.

4. An Architect is trained in communication.

An architect has experience effectively communicating through written word, drawing, and verbally with the key members of the project including clients, contractors, engineers, and authorities in the manner best suited to the situation.

5. An Architect has experience.

Most architects consider architecture a passion more than a vocation. They draw on past experience. They are an integral part of the design/construction community with contacts in all the fields.

6. An Architect can make your life easier!

Architects can bring pictorial suggestions to the table and assist in decisions for space planning, materials, and finishes transforming your abstract ideas into a form you can visualize.

7. An Architect is cost effective.

A well-conceived, designed, and coordinated project is more economical. Changes made on paper in the design phase are much less expensive than those made during construction.

8. Architecture is a good investment.

Great design sells from consumer products to cities. A well designed home has a higher resale value.

9. An Architect can make your building project environmentally friendly.

Skilled architects work with the environment to create spaces that are sustainable and comply with ever demanding energy performance requirements.

10. An Architect can guide you through an entire project as your advocate.

An architect will be able to assist with every aspect of a project from choosing a site, city permitting, design review board submittals to construction administration. Whether you choose to start a project from the ground up or remodel an existing space, an architect will be able to help the project run smoothly during each stage avoiding disruptive surprises.

By Nick Tsontakis AIA, NCARB, MRAIC

Arizona Residential Architects

ground breaking community of design professionals. Our purpose is to support and inspire quality design work with the most influen tial and talented professionals and trades in our state.

Fifteen leading residential archi tectural firms in Arizona decided to form Arizona Residential Archi tects in the Fall of 2010 relationships within the design community and promote excep tional work in a challenging economic market. The members invited valued colleagues to join and network with the ARA architects. These industry partners included respected landscape architects, interior designers, builders, bank ing institutions, real estate profes sionals, craftsmen, and construc tion trades such as cabinetmak ers, window and door manufac turers, and material suppliers.

The featured projects in provide examples of how architects approach sites and client programs. We dig deep to come up with ideas and a direction for each particular challenge. Architects are trained to be environmentally and socially responsible. We hope that you enjoy the work in ARA24

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A committee led by Jim Hann has prepared a three-hour continuing education course for the residential appraisal community. The committee has also prepared an abbreviated version of the course to present to bankers,

local vernacular, is environmen tally sensitive, allowing commu nion with nature’s beauty and elevate guests’ experiences through strong design and archi tecture.

The competition will focus on the design of guest pods/residences.

The design is to be a self-sustaining, ecofriendly, use innovative technologies and materials, and be aesthetically forward thinking and inspirational.

Stay tuned for competition results in our upcoming Spring Issue (ARA25) AND Fall Issue (ARA26).

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Nick Tsontakis AIA, NCARB, MRAIC is principal of Tsontakis Architecture. He has been in private practice since 1981. He is also director and publisher of ARA.

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Nick Tsontakis was born at home in Kostadiana, a tiny village located off the northwest coast of Crete. He came into this world in a bedroom with corner windows overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. He grew up gazing at some of the most beautiful vistas on the planet. When his family moved to Montreal, Quebec, Canada, he marveled at the aesthetic magnificence of Old Montreal and the innovative structures and international pavilions of Expo ‘67.

Living in Montreal, Nick graduated from McGill University School of Architecture with Distinction, and was the principal of Nick Tsontakis Architects from 1981 to 2001. He moved to Scottsdale and formed Tsontakis Architecture in 1996.

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As architects and planners, what we pursue is not only an exploratory adventure, it is a high calling that is addressed in a variety of ways, and at many levels of achievement. Our commitment has been one of applying both the art and technology of architecture and planning to an extraordinarily wide array of opportunities.

Advances in digital modeling and rendering software have enabled us to dynamically communicate the scale, proportion, and an overall sense of space at a much earlier stage in the design process. With these technological advances we are also able to analyze specific views, lighting effects, hourly/seasonal solar effects, and animate the operation of glazed window wall systems, and even changes in weather.

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Mark Sever AIA

Principal

28150 N. Alma School Pkwy Suite 103-423 Scottsdale, Arizona 85262

mark@severgroup.com www.severgroup.com 480.596.0040

I create truly one-of-a-kind, site specific designs and have been doing so for 30 years. Designing and building custom homes requires a very personal and dedicated connection to the client and their wishes. Every architect in the ARA understands this connection and excels in achieving signature design and thus, real value for their clients.

I have been fortunate enough to participate in the roles of client, architect, designer and builder over the years having built several homes for myself. I understand the process from each perspective which gives me insight to address any unique requirement. I utilize progressive technologies which allow me to present, convey and interact with a client or team member regardless of location.

Designing and building a custom home is the ultimate reward and reflection on a lifetime of success. I understand the importance of conveying the correct statement my clients wish to make about their new home.

I enjoy working with great clients wanting to create a great piece of architecture regardless of scale.

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Let us turn the map until we see clearly: The border is what joins us, Not what separates us.

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CASITA CASA DEL NIDO OSPRE

Casita is a Spanish noun. It’s original meaning… “a small crude dwelling forming part of a shanty town inhabited by laborers.”

The Ospre Casita takes exception to this strict definition and expands it into an architectural idea describing a small scale detached house clearly competing with its compound’s exceptionably large main dwelling.

Through quality of craft, material, detail and spaciousness. “This little guy” holds its own. Repetitive, parallel vaults are a common construction practice in Mexico, South and Central America. What seems to be endless supply of concrete, bricks and talented masons encourages the utilization of the ancient arches ability to achieve long spans and transfer roof loads to earth bound foundations.

For reasons long lost to Mexican history, repeating vault construction is rarely expressed beyond the interior space. Therefore, Casita Ospre was obligated to uncover the beautiful crescent patterns inherent in the vernacular construction.

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James Hann is an artist. Although Architecture is a technical discipline, to him, it is still an art form on a human scale. Licensed in several states, with over 40 years of experience, he strives to create design work as both sculpture and a functional living environment.

Every commission is unique and must meet certain criteria to satisfy a client. The process of design involves effective communication and being a good listener. "Understanding and meeting our clients' needs is probably the single most important factor in achieving success with a project. Architectural design is a very personal process ... from concept to completion."

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With over 25 years experience designing custom homes, Dale Gardon leads the residential design team and helps them create unique one-of-a kind residences for the diverse clientele the firm has had the privilege to work with. From concept to reality, Dale takes the vision each client has for their home and makes it a reality. Located directly off Market Street in DC Ranch, the award winning studio office looks more like a residence than a commercial building. Warm rich earth tones greet you at the door, and there is comfortable atmosphere that embraces you. Dale has designed homes ranging from 1,800 s.f to over 15,000 s.f. with budgets that span from $45 to over $1,200 p.s.f. Each custom residence is designed, crafted and personalized to the needs and desires of each client. Design distinction is what makes the difference in their homes, incorporating indoor/outdoor living environments, pool grottos, and other special features or spaces. They blend those unique characteristics into a cohesive design composition in the architectural style desired by the client. Careful consideration is given to the site and orientation of the home, integrating the site topography, solar orientation, and views to the best advantage to create the finest living experience. From traditional to contemporary styles, each residence design that is created by the firm embraces a sense of comfort, and has the uniquely individual design elements that make it truly a custom home.

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Candelaria Design

Candelaria Design

With more than 30 years of experience in custom residential architecture, both new build and renovations, as well as boutique commercial projects, Candelaria Design takes inspiring living to a whole new level. Through their creative ideas and thoughtful designs, Candelaria Design, and the man who started it all, Mark Candelaria, AIA, are truly an inspiration to clients and industry peers alike.

more than 30 years of experience in custom residential architecture, both new build and renovations, as well as boutique commercial projects, Candelaria Design takes inspir ing living to a whole new level. Through their creative ideas and thoughtful designs, Candelaria Design, and the man who started it all, Mark Candelaria, AIA, are truly an inspiration to clients and industry peers alike.

Mark formed Candelaria Design Associates in 1999 with the belief that the architectural design process should be creative and fun, not tedious and uninspiring. Mark’s talent of sketching by hand and his expertise in spatial design earned him the prestigious title of Master of the Southwest in 2005 by Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine. He was also named as one of the top 125 architects in the Western United States by Western Interiors Magazine.

Mark formed Candelaria Design Associates in 1999 with the belief that the architectural design process should be creative and fun, not tedious and uninspiring. Mark’s talent of sketching by hand and his expertise in spatial design earned him the prestigious title of Master of the Southwest in 2005 by Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine. He was also named as one of the top 125 architects in the Western United States by Western Interiors Magazine.

Candelaria Design has been ranked as the No. 1 Residential Architecture Firm in Arizona repeatedly by Arizona Business Magazine. Some of the firm’s most prestigious honors include the Pacific Coast Builders Gold Nugget Award for custom homes over 6,500 square feet and the first LEED-certified home, The Zona Verde Home located in Paradise Valley, and the architect chosen to design the HGTV Smart Home located in Scottsdale in 2017.

Candelaria Design has been ranked as the No. 1 Residential Architecture Firm in Arizona repeatedly by Arizona Business Magazine. Some of the firm’s most prestigious honors include the Pacif ic Coast Builders Gold Nugget Award for custom homes over 6,500 square feet and the first LEED-certi fied home, The Zona Verde Home located in Paradise Valley, the archi tect chosen to design the HGTV Smart Home located in Scottsdale in 2017, and Iconic Magazine’s Iconic Haus 2020.

Candelaria Team

Candelaria Team

In the age of technology and rapid, impersonal communications, it is comforting to have the ability to instantly take an idea or concept from a client and manifest the notion with pen to paper. Candelaria’s hand-selected team of talented architects and project managers follow a careful and deliberate process in each custom luxury home or boutique commercial design. The firm’s philosophy is rooted in the initial human connection and enhanced with the latest technology that allows the team to produce designs that encompass a spirit and custom craftsman ship unlike any other offered today.

In the age of technology and rapid, impersonal communications, it is comforting to have the ability to instantly take an idea or concept om a client and manifest the notion with pen to paper. Candelaria’s hand-selected team of talented architects and project managers follow a careful and deliberate process in each custom luxury home or boutique commercial design. The firm’s philosophy is rooted in the initial human connection and enhanced with the latest technology that allows the team to produce designs that encompass a spirit and custom cra sman ship unlike any other offered today.

Candelaria Lifestyle

Candelaria Lifestyle

Candelaria Design has taken the notion of ‘inspiring living’ and expanded it to encompass annual self-guided European travel tours and custom luxury home furnishings designed with these world travels in mind. Currently, they offer annual tours of Italy and Spain and are planning to expand their travels. Both tours immerse guests in European ancient architecture, sweeping views of the land, culinary cooking classes, fine dining on local cuisine, antique shopping treasures and endless fun. Mark’s love of traveling, cooking and design has also inspired his own line of home accessories including a custom-de signed Pasta Maker available in ‘race car red.’ For more information on Candelaria Design, we invite you to visit candelariadesign.com.

Candelaria Design has taken the notion of ‘inspiring living’ and expanded it to encompass annual self-guided European travel tours and custom luxury home furnishings designed with these world travels in mind. Currently, they offer tours of Italy and Spain. Both tours immerse guests in European ancient architecture, sweeping views of the land, culinary cooking classes, fine dining on local cuisine, antique shopping treasures and endless fun. Mark’s love of traveling, cooking and design has also inspired his own line of home accessories including a custom-de signed Pasta Maker available in ‘race car red.’ For more information on Candelaria Design, we invite you to visit candelariadesign.com.

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