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D E S I G N D I S PAT C H The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.

Radar 82

ROUNDUP Explore why home libraries are becoming the most versatile rooms in the home.

LAUNCH Discover Schumacher’s new furniture collaboration with designers around the globe.

COLLECTIONS A designer muses on her decadeslong penchant for oyster plates.

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M AT E R I A L With sunny days ahead, take stock of playful fabrics prime for poolside lounging.

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TREND Marvel at the floral masterpieces of three budding creatives.

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SPOTLIGHT This season, bold and artful outdoor furnishings take center stage.

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K I TC H E N + B AT H At a Miami abode, the kitchen is the cornerstone for year-round entertaining.

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“GENERATION PAPER: FAST FASHION OF THE 1960s” If ever there were a season of optimism, it would be spring. And Phoenix Art Museum’s latest fashion exhibition, “Generation Paper: Fast Fashion of the 1960s,” captures that sense of hope. On view until July 17, the exhibition showcases more than 80 garments crafted from a host of paper and paper-like materials (think plastic, laminate, Tyvek and other “non-woven” options). “It was a moment of exploration and experimentation, testing the possibilities of these textiles during a period of space-age thinking,” says Helen Jean, the museum’s Jacquie Dorrance Curator of Fashion Design. Those possibilities include colorful abstract prints, flower-power motifs, crinkly metallics and even a paper bikini with a matching sun hat and tote. While the exhibition is a fun glimpse into a two-year trend from half a century ago, Jean says it’s also a reminder to consider how a fixation on fast and new can have long-lasting effects: We’re still looking at what was supposed to be disposable. phxart.org

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has tons of natural light, and I love my neighbors. The Melrose area is so welcoming and wonderful. Do you have a favorite object in your store right now? There’s an old runner in rust, brown and black that’s kind of minimalistic as far as Turkish rugs go. No one’s looked at it to buy, and I’m OK with that. I’ve never seen another one like it. What about the desert makes it friendly to a variety of styles? We have these elements in nature that contrast, like soft grass and cactus. They don’t seem like they should go together well, but they do. In design, that sets the tone for the idea that there’s room for everyone at the table. If you could offer one piece of design advice to our readers, what would it be? I would encourage people to stop looking at trends and think about what they really like. Challenge yourself to mix it up.

TALKING SHOP PHOTO: SARAH RHODES, THE FOUND HOUSE. ON VIEW PHOTOS: LEFT, CANDY WRAPPERS, CAFTAN, 1960S. PRINTED RAYON. RIGHT, HALLMARK, “FLORESCENCE” ROMPER, C. 1967. PRINTED 80% CELLULOSE AND 20% COTTON PAPER. BOTH COLLECTION OF PHOENIX ART MUSEUM, PROMISED GIFTS OF KELLY ELLMAN. IMAGES © PHOENIX ART MUSEUM.

In many ways, The Found House actually found its owner, Sarah Rhodes. Rhodes had started off flipping houses before parleying that work into an interior design company. Then the pandemic struck. “It was a bad breakup that I didn’t want to happen,” she says with characteristic candor. Her company was shuttered, and Rhodes found herself with a lot of leftover inventory and not a lot of direction. Fast forward to April 2021 when she stumbled upon the perfect space for a shop to hold all those products at 7th and Highland Avenues in Phoenix. Today, The Found House purveys furnishings, art and accessories that adhere to what Rhodes describes as a Southwestern Nouveau aesthetic. It’s a little bit modern, a little bit retro and a little bit desert, with lots of vintage rugs thrown in for good measure. thefoundhouse.com

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“CHIHULY IN THE DESERT” “Chihuly in the Desert” is noteworthy for a number of reasons. For starters, the exhibition is on view at two locations: Taliesin West and Desert Botanical Garden. It was also developed over the course of several years to be a veritable homage to art, architecture and nature. Accordingly, it works in concert with its surroundings to highlight both the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright and the garden’s natural splendor. But it’s perhaps the timing that is the most serendipitous. The exhibition invites visitors to experience art together again, but from the relative safety of the outdoors. From the medusa-like splendor of Sol de Citrón at Desert Botanical Garden to the whimsical Fire Amber Herons (shown above) at Taliesin West, each piece expresses possibility and restraint in the most colorful—and culturally prescient— of ways. “Chihuly in the Desert” includes 10 new pieces alongside other Chihuly classics and will run until June 19 with both day and night viewings. chihulyinthedesert.org

WHY: Because you missed your trip abroad during the pandemic. Or because you want to track the latest arrival of goods—Tierra Del Lagarto’s loyal customers have been known to arrive at the store to get first dibs on (and help unpack) recently arrived containers. The shop’s focus on artisan-crafted items makes the world beyond feel just a little closer. IN THEIR WORDS: “Our vignettes celebrate a vibrant world that encourages people not to be afraid of color in their homes. There are enough greige stores. We revel in being a shop (and an Instagram account!) full of color!”

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From sumptuous libraries and new entertaining essentials to cherished collections, Luxe explores the new meaning of home base and personal pursuits.

AS LIBRARIES CLIMB TO THE TOP OF CLIENTS’ WISH LISTS, DESIGNERS RESPOND WITH ARRESTING ROOMS FOR MORE THAN JUST READING. W R I T T E N BY M A I L E P I N G E L

Designers have long delighted in creating home libraries. In fact, legendary decorator Dorothy Draper even encouraged the idea among her bibliophile clientele. “Don’t hesitate to start a library, a collection of books on any subject that interests you is a joy to have!” remarked Draper. But today’s libraries serve as more than just a refuge for reading—they are spaces to gather with family and entertain guests. Ranging from studious to swank, libraries can project a

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refined spirit or a joyful energy. Whether you prefer books, magazines or reading on your favorite device, a library provides “a different environment within the home,” explains designer Michael Aiduss. “It’s about shutting the rest of the world off, collecting your thoughts and feeling a sense of relaxation.” But designer Joe Lucas warns playfully: be ready to shop as it always takes more books to fill a library than one anticipates!

“ We turned this Charlotte, North Carolina, living room into a snug library, but it’s really like a family room. Wood builtins and gold-flecked red wallpaper feel unexpected, while a hidden bar makes it a great place to have drinks with guests or simply enjoy the cozy atmosphere.” –BARRIE BENSON, BARRIE BENSON INTERIOR DESIGN

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“ Adding a little whimsy, like the velvet tête-à-tête in the middle of this Los Altos, California, library, makes the space feel fun, plus there’s a games table for the kids and a pair of wing chairs for the adults. It shifts the center of focus away from the kitchen to create a place where this family of readers can relax together.” –ANN LOWENGART, ANN LOWENGART INTERIORS

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“ Give your library a more modern vibe with a pretty paint color—try picking a shade from a book spine and add pull-out shelves to create an extra work surface. To enliven the stone fireplace in an Agoura Hills, California, library, we used a scratch-resistant semi-gloss paint.” – JOE LUCAS, LUCAS STUDIO, INC.

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“It’s all about creating an enveloping ambiance with comfortable places to sit, beautiful lighting and good acoustics to quiet any noise. Books help to create an alluring atmosphere, but don’t forget to think about a ‘wow’ factor and scale, too—like the large antique globe we used in this Greenwich, Connecticut, library—as well as displaying collections that resonate with you.”

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YSL Lexicon: An ABC of the Fashion, Life, and Inspirations of Yves Saint Laurent Edited by Martina Mondadori and Stephan Janson Its publication timed to commemorate Yves Saint Laurent’s first runway show 60 years ago, the new tome, edited by Cabana founder Martina Mondadori and designer Stephan Janson, a co-curator of the current pan-Paris exhibition, Yves Saint Laurent Aux Musées, explores the many facets of YSL’s life through a playful exploration of words. “Our book,” write Mondadori and Janson, “seeks to offer a series of evocations in the form of an alphabet, using the words he liked, those which had a particular meaning for him.” Taking on the people, places and concepts that inspired the designer are a host of high-profile contributors including Hamish Bowles on Haute Couture and Marian McEvoy on Jardin Majorelle. Illustrating the book are images from YSL’s archive, set against lavish textiles in truly iconic style. rizzoliusa.com

By Andrea Monath Schumacher “I poured through my portfolio and chose exclusive projects— it felt like the right time to show them,” says the designer of her debut book. Colorful inspiration abounds, along with Monath Schumacher’s helpful design tips: faux bois cut velvet elevates a beachy vibe, while a red front door encourages good luck and positive energy. “I want readers to be inspired to live large at home, and this book shows them where, and how, to take risks.” gibbs-smith.com

Lotusland Forward by Marc Appleton Only an opera singer could envision a garden as theatrical as the famed Lotusland in Montecito, California, and Ganna Walska’s botanical masterpiece—featuring more than 3,400 plants— has been captivating visitors for 30 years. “Hers was obsessive botanical collecting,” writes architect Marc Appleton. Featuring photographs by Lisa Romerein, Lotusland is a verdant treat for anyone enchanted by gardens. rizzoliusa.com

Portugal: The Cookbook By Leandro Carreira In chef Leandro Carreira’s new cookbook, the Londonbased chef pays homage to the culinary history of his native Portugal. Featuring some 550 recipes, Carreira shares dishes from across his homeland, including Alentejostyle gazpacho, Algarvian seafood dishes and macaroons from a 13th-century convent. Recipes also include insights into traditional cookware, like the cataplana, a metal pot that originated in North Africa and is frequently used in Portuguese cooking. phaidon.com

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Call it a revival of the highest order: When Schumacher created its Editions furniture line, the firm set out to bring back the iconoclastic approach of a bygone time. “We wanted to craft furniture with up-and-coming designers from around the globe to recreate the period around the mid-20th-century— a time when people like Charles and Ray Eames were breaking the mold with original pieces that weren’t just derivatives of old forms,” says creative director Dara Caponigro. “We were looking to curate fresh, authentic furniture that spoke to a dining experience where people want to linger.” Danish designer Charlotte Høncke took a hygge-centric approach, warming up a steel-framed chair with a cozy fabric back to create a cocoonlike atmosphere. “You feel like you’re snuggled into a nest,” says Caponigro. Høncke also devised a table marrying Scandi practicality with inspired details like a soft, curved edge apron. Salla Luhtasela and Wesley Walters, principals of the Helsinki-based firm Kaksikko, used wood to fashion pieces that combine urbanity with country house ease—a yin-yang match adaptable to many homes. Take their Mokki chair, available in a range of painted finishes, its upholstered seat and rail allow for endless customization. The duo’s reinterpretation of a farmhouse table

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The Editions collection by Schumacher includes, clockwise from top, the Mokki chair and dining table by Kaksikko, designer Charlotte Høncke’s Puffin chair and the Rocco chair by Moving Mountains, all of which sit in front of Porter Teleo’s Binary wallcovering.

packs subtle upgrades into a deceptively simple design where every detail counts. When Syrette Lew of Brooklyn-based Moving Mountains was tasked with crafting an upholstered piece, she went sexy. The designer conceived a curving dining chair with pieced panels that highlight its geometry while allowing for versatility in other spaces of the home. “It would work equally well in the living room,” says Caponigro. Her table design, meanwhile, crafted from two pieces of

solid wood, embodies the gravity-defying proportions and poetry of sculpture. What all the pieces have in common is a dedication to quality, ecologically sourced materials that are expertly crafted. There’s nothing remotely “mass” about them. “They’re not rolling off a factory floor somewhere,” Schumacher’s creative director notes. “Each piece will be numbered as an edition and made by hand in Italy.” Now that’s a revival worth waiting for. fschumacher.com

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For Keeps DESIGNER MALLY SKOK REFLECTS ON THE TREASURED COLLECTION OF OYSTER PLATES AMASSED AT HER CAPE COD HOME.

Just down the road from our house overlooking Buzzards Bay in West Falmouth, Massachusetts, is an amazing antiques barn. It was there, 25 years ago, when I found three beautiful hand-painted oyster plates. I didn’t purposefully set out to start a collection, but I fell in love with them instantly, and the rest is history. My mother taught me to love houses, and to layer them. Things don’t have to be terribly expensive to be special. If you love something, buy it and put it on a shelf—that’s sort of our family motto. I buy what appeals to me in the moment, and that’s how the process of collecting starts organically. If something is meaningful to you—if it speaks to your heart—it doesn’t matter what it is. That’s how you end up with an authentic collection. Slowly but surely, my collection has grown over the years, and I’m running out of room to display it. Soon I’ll need to build an addition onto the house just for my oyster plates! When I arrive each summer, I spend several hours wandering from room to room, gazing upon these objects imbued with so many memories. Being back on the Cape marks the beginning of lazy days and good times spent with family and friends. That is what this house, and my collection, symbolizes to me. I’ve been collecting for a quarter of a century—too many pieces to count!— but those first three plates I found in the antiques barn down the road are still my favorite. I have warned everyone in my family: They can break anything in this house, even my heart, but not my oyster plates.

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“These days, outdoor living means more than the occasional weekend get-together. This is where we relax, entertain and enjoy family time.”

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Top The Southport collection’s separate frame and loom panel finish options encourage design creativity. Here, it is featured in Hickory and Sea Glass for the dining area and Hickory and Ivory for the seating beyond the pool. Left This high-impact design from LDD Interiors pairs bold Lloyd Loom finishes (dining chairs in Denim and Terracotta, lounge chairs in Denim and sofa in Mink). Right New for 2022, the Solstice collection offers premium comfort in a sleek silhouette. Here, it is shown in the Ebony and French Beige finishes. Photography Top & Right Courtesy of Lloyd Flanders; Left Courtesy of LDD Interiors

Asked to share the latest favorites, Jessie points to color and creativity. “Consumers have access to an endless supply of design inspiration, and it has resulted in a love of customization, mixing and matching, and unique fabrics and finishes,” she says. “Our bolder finishes, like Peacock, Terracotta and Stillwater, are soaring in popularity.”

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OMBRE EFFECT London-based design brand Shore, known for producing rugs and mats in a kaleidoscope of hues, is expanding its range of indoor-outdoor furnishings. The Chroma Stool, seen here in Lemon Grass and Tropic Sunset, is woven from silicone cord and available in seven vibrant gradients. Though this tactile perch may be far from home, it holds its own next to an eye-catching mural by Emmy Star Brown. shorerugs.com

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BY JEFFREY COURT TRANSFORM YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE INTO A TRANQUIL OASIS WITH OUR NEW POOL BY JEFFREY COURT SPECIALTY COLLECTION. THIS COLLECTION FEATURES BRILLIANT GLASS MOSAICS IN MULTIPLE COLORS AND PATTERNS TO SUIT YOUR DESIGN STYLE AND SLEEK CONCRETE PAVERS. WHETHER ENTERTAINING GUESTS OR LOOKING FOR A PERSONAL RETREAT, YOU CAN CREATE THE PERFECT POOLSIDE ATMOSPHERE. VISIT JEFFREYCOURT.COM/POOL TO EXPLORE THE COLLECTION

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LOUNGE AROUND Bauhaus-trained American architect and furniture designer Michael van Beuren may have crafted the original San Miguel Lounge Chair in 1941, but its cradling curves, sleek lines and Latin American roots continue to attract designers and collectors today. Available in a variety of wood and strapping combinations through Luteca, and currently on display at Miami’s Museum of Art and Design, this iroko wood and webbed nylon version turns up the heat alongside a dynamic mural by Rafael de Cárdenas gracing the Wynwood Building. luteca.com

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SUNNY OUTLOOK Douse your outdoor oasis with eye-popping color by way of glossy cast-resin planters and stools, available in six electric hues from home furnishings emporium Made Goods. The organic form of the oversized Abria planter, shown in Marigold, is inspired by ocean waves, while the versatile Murni stools, in Watermelon, exude mod tropical vibes when set against a Danielle Hein–designed mural. madegoods.com

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MASTER CRAFTER Ralph Pucci International’s Positano chair, showcased in front of London-based artist Will Gates’ street art, is the creation of French designer, artist and architect Patrick Naggar. The creative multi-hyphenate first joined the illustrious studio in 1995 as its inaugural furniture artist-in-residence, where he continues to produce imaginative furnishings across mediums. Naggar draws inspiration from Roman and Greek antiquities, as is evidenced by the sled legs on his resin-fiberglass chair design. The piece is first sketched, then formed from clay and cast from a mold before being finished by hand. ralphpucci.com

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RETRO REDUX Inspired by barbeque grills, Spanish design duo Alberto Sánchez and Eduardo Villalón of Mut Design went back to the basics when developing the aptly named Grill chairs for Diabla, a Spanish outdoor furniture brand founded in 2018. The stackable, aluminum powder-coated frame makes for perfect patio seating and comes in seven distinct shades, including this cheeky pink version that harmonizes with a lush and verdant scene painted by multimedia artist Jacquie Comrie. diablaoutdoor.com

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Growing up in sunny Miami, designer Constanza Collarte walked through dozens of orange groves on her way to school each day— all part of the charm found in this once-sleepy city by the sea. Fast forward a few years, and a couple more high-rise buildings later, a booming metropolis was born. But Collarte always knew she would one day return to her roots. After spending years living in New York and abroad, a 1930s Mediterranean-style residence in Coconut Grove—complete with a breathtaking outdoor area—ultimately lured her back home again. collarte.co What an amazing oasis! We like to think of it as our secret garden. Having a lush, enclosed outdoor space has made all the difference, especially recently! We spend all our time out here, whether we are having family over for dinner or hanging by the pool with our kids. One of the home’s selling points was the Fernando Wong– designed landscaping, and while we have added a few plantings here and there, his vision has remained. Constanza Collarte, founder of Collarte Interiors, sits outside her Coconut Grove abode near Miami. The table is set with a Zojora tablecloth and glasses, Penny Morrison plates, Laguiole flatware and flowers by Parrish Designs.

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What about the interiors? As much as we live outdoors, our kitchen is the most heavily trafficked room, and we really tried to maximize the layout when the house was redesigned. It took a lot of planning, but the space is now open and filled with light from the doors leading out to the yard. The ‘back workings’ of the room, like the fridge, bar, pantry and storage, are also in one general area to allow for flow and functionality, which is key. Talk to us about the materials. Different layers and textures in a kitchen can add a lot. We worked with an amazing millworker who wire-brushed the cabinetry for a subtle effect. Everything from the creamy countertops to the pale wood has a hint of lilac, which is a nice connecting thread. On a trip to Morocco, I fell in love with Zellige tile—its imperfections and the way light plays off the surface—so we used them for the bar backsplash.

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What’s your entertaining ethos? It’s all about indoor-outdoor living. We do a lot of entertaining alfresco—we even had my sister’s wedding out here! I’m a big collector, and I like to pick up little trinkets when I’m traveling, like salt cellars or textiles, to use on the table. The key to entertaining, for me, is continuously mixing and matching pieces. I must admit, we have a lot of the same people over, so I keep it fresh by using pieces in different ways, but the idea is to make it look effortless and easy. Tell us about the table. The exterior really informs my choices. Everything is green and lush outside, so it’s nice to throw this floral pink tablecloth down to play off the bright camelia flowers in bloom. My grandmother’s delicate embroidered napkins and bright glasses add a sweet note, but the Penny Morrison plates are really the highlight. I lived in London for a while and became quite obsessed with all those charming British prints and patterns! The kitchen features cabinetry and millwork by Hector and Hector, Sub-Zero refrigeration and a Wolf range. Dornbracht faucets are paired with Amerisink basins, while tiles from clé decorate the bar backsplash.

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In Paul T. Liistro’s Westport, Connecticut, garden—which he has designed, installed and tended to over the past three decades—a metal gazebo provides an immersive late afternoon perch to enjoy the bucolic setting. “I like to sit and watch the sun go down between the trees,” he says. “The whole complexion of the garden changes.”

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FAMILY AFFAIR “Chartreuse is my absolute favorite color,” effuses designer Samantha Liistro. A frequent staple across her interiors and personal wardrobe, it’s also the color of chamaecyparis trees that ring the Westport, Connecticut, garden, that her father, Paul T. Liistro, has lovingly cultivated over the past 35 years. A healthcare executive, sailor and self-taught landscape designer, Paul has poured his insatiable curiosity for the natural

world into this most resplendent of gardens. “When we purchased the property, I felt like Huckleberry Finn when he says he’s giving up on civilization and heading into the territory,” says Paul. Upon surveying the land—a virgin expanse of grass, forest and stream—he began sketching, and, like a tree taking root, the plot has since revealed itself in chapters. An all-pink rose garden (replete with a plumbed stone wall and dryad fountain) was inspired by the Elizabeth Park Conservancy in Hartford, snow-white Magnolia trees nod to Boston’s Commonwealth Avenue and a tidy pea gravel pavilion dotted with ornamental fountains and a table for two perpetuates a treasured memory. “I lived in Paris, near the

Luxembourg Gardens, while studying abroad at Parsons,” shares Samantha. When Paul came to visit at the end of the term, she knew just where to take him. “We were so inspired by all the lovely pools and places to sit. On the flight home, he took out his notebook and we began to sketch our own version.” Samantha fondly dubs the setting her “favorite place in the world,” and credits her father’s handiwork for much of her own approach to color and pattern. Recently, Paul and his wife Brenda hired their daughter to design a new first-floor addition housing a sumptuous primary bedroom suite. There, through an enormous picture window, Samantha has framed her father’s garden like a painting. samanthaliistro.com

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CARVING A PATH Upon visiting his clients’ Woodside, California, property—a former equestrian farm with the beaten down dirt to prove it—landscape architect James Lord’s mission became clear. First, nurse the land back to health. Second, establish a thriving meadow. Along the way, a dreamy patchwork of soft rush, little bluestem and silver grass began to materialize. To enjoy the bounty, Lord, alongside partners Roderick Wyllie and Geoff di Girolamo, envisioned a series of crushed gravel footpaths undulating through the meadow like a soft breeze. Beyond providing the clients with their own parklike setting for daily strolls, the exuberant plant life has prompted the husband to embrace time-lapse photography, documenting such ephemera as the unfurling of cactus flowers. This luxuriant slowing, Lord believes, is imperative to mental health. “We blab on about the benefits of biophilia, but it’s all true! The alpha waves are going crazy when you’re out in nature,” he says. “This garden is curated with a spirit of delight and discovery, but there’s great calmness to it, too. It’s a world of its own.” sdisf.com

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Highlights of the garden include meandering meadow paths (top), water features evocative of the property’s agricultural roots—like a trough-inspired reflecting pool (left)—and draught-tolerant cactuses and succulents (above).

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“We were trying to create a bit of magic within the landscape—to invite imagination and play,” shares landscape architect Ed Hollander of this Southampton, New York, property. Inspired by the clients’ vibrant brood of young children, Hollander and residential studio director Melissa Reavis drew plans for a multi-faceted, experiential garden where sculptures seemingly dart amongst allées of pleached linden trees, a pollinator meadow teaming with joe-pye weed draws butterflies, and a life-sized chessboard offers entertainment, function and a focal point. A custom creation of sandstone and granite squares (in collaboration with the home’s interior designer Kelly Behun), the board easily morphs into a stylish party pavilion—the perfect springboard for a Gatsby-esque stroll through the fantasia beyond. “Everything is meant to be uncovered along a walk through this garden,” says Reavis. “Each time you turn a corner, a surprise is revealed.” hollanderdesign.com

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OUTDOOR LIVING For the past few years, more than perhaps any other time in history, the definition of outdoor living has been repeatedly edited and reimagined. The possibilities abound, the ideas grow further outside the box and style evolves to encompass the demands of the exterior environment. The results are spaces as elegant and enjoyable as those on the interior, but firmly planted in the realm of nature’s splendor. Guests are surrounded by breathtaking vistas as they sip and savor, children experience the beauty of wildlife in between math problems and acts of relaxation are made better by the warmth of the sun or sparkle of the stars. Read on to explore the fresh concepts and inventive thinking design pros are bringing to the open air.

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THE BENEFITS OF A HIGH-TECH ENVIRONMENT •H omeowners are now able to “talk” to their pools and spas, heating them in anticipation of arriving home. • Irrigation systems can be turned on or off remotely, an option that enables water conservation and monetary savings. • With smartphone-controlled outdoor lighting, homeowners never again have to wonder if the porch light was left on.

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For the dedicated team at Azul-Verde Design Group, successful landscapes are custom, timeless, regional and functional. “The goal is to create a design for the homeowner who desires an Arizona family retreat,” they say. “This is done by carefully crafting a solution to include a swimming pool, a patio and outdoor living spaces. These elements are then integrated into the site’s natural features and the home’s architectural flavor.” As for the role a homeowner plays in the creation of such an environment, the Azul-Verde Design Group recommends careful attention to and understanding of the client’s lifestyle and how it would, ideally, incorporate the great outdoors. This fundamental knowledge enables customization at the highest level, and thus, it is of distinct importance to the Azul-Verde team. “All people are different and all properties are different,” they add. “The more a client engages in the design and construction process, the better the end result will be.”

Top This pool’s unique disappearing edge drops it into desert plant materials. Water spills over stacked stone, creating a calming sound. Left With raised walls and a disappearing edge, this pool allows for seating, swimming and a view of the mountainside. Right Enjoy the refreshing swimming pool, veneered with natural stone and capped with unpolished travertine, before following the stone path to the shade of a ramada.

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OU T D O O R L IVIN G | ARIZONA “Exceptional outdoor living means having the total package—a place of beauty that is also a space to relax, play and entertain.”

EXPERT IDEAS •W hat is one of the most unique outdoor spaces you’ve designed? A complete koi pond overhaul and redesign. We took a basic koi pond and transformed it into a 20,000-gallon multi-leveled feature with viewing glass, an attached fire pit, two waterfalls, stairs and an elevated patio area.

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• Share tips for keeping outdoor environments vibrant, enduring and healthy. The key is proper installation from the start. This includes using quality plant materials that will flourish and providing proper irrigation— especially in Arizona! You should also have a long-term vision of how plant materials will come together as they grow. Installing quality hardscape materials that can endure intense heat is also vital. The importance of knowing how different design materials, both soft and hard, will stand up to the elements in your area cannot be overstated.

When people relax at home, it’s often the outdoor spaces—as much as the home’s architecture and design—that are most inviting. This sentiment inspires the awardwinning team at Desert Foothills Landscape. “Our clientele view their homes as luxury destinations,” says Jake Plocher, lead designer and vice president of sales. “With that in mind, we work to create environments that become a personal paradise where our clients can enjoy ‘resort living’ without leaving home.” The designers begin by touring the client’s property to gage their style, color and material preferences. These insights then help to inform their softscape and hardscape designs. Between their extensive private nursery and experience designing state-of-the-art entertainment spaces—think spas, pools, outdoor kitchens, and water and fire features—Desert Foothills Landscape is well-equipped to create a highly personal slice of heaven.

Above Breathtaking specimens keep this home beautifully nestled in privacy. Top Outdoor greenery was artfully placed for optimal exposure throughout this contemporary home. Far left An interior game room overlooks a spa, pool and multiple fire features for the ultimate entertainment zone. Left Minimal, linear plant material complements this modern home’s vision of singular indoor-outdoor living. Photography Above by Brian Goddard; Top, Far left & Left by Lindsay Jenks

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OU T D O O R L IVIN G | ARIZONA “It’s imperative that our designs follow the flow of the home to support and enhance the owner’s lifestyle and visions.”

WATER WONDERLANDS •W hat does outdoor living mean to your clients? The outdoors have become living spaces that are an extension of their homes where they can unwind in and out of the sun, prepare meals, dine, entertain, play with the kids, watch TV and even catch up on work. hat is your most popular client request? •W Features with running water because they provide the relaxation of sitting by a gentle stream that transforms any yard into an oasis. ow do you make sure that your •H waterscapes endure? We like to use natural materials and materials that will withstand the elements. We don’t opt for the latest fads, which quickly date a project—rather, we design to stand the test of time. hare advice with someone beginning •S an outdoor project. Coordinate all parties involved—architect, home builder, pool designer—from the start. The best designs are collaborative and well-planned.

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Water soothes the soul, reduces stress and can help to inspire creativity. That’s why Hydroscapes’ tagline “Creating Art from Water” is spot on. Roger and Sheri Soares are the husband-and-wife team behind Hydroscapes, an award-winning firm that specializes in the design and construction of visually stunning pools and water features. They are known for their attention to detail, great communication, use of high-quality materials and exceptional design and building skills. “It’s important to hire professionals to manage the design-build process,” Sheri says. “We are able to evaluate sites to identify topography or drainage issues and construct complex designs in challenging terrain, such as hillsides.” According to Roger, it’s important to understand that for a concept to become a design, it needs to be viable. “And we love developing great relationships with clients in the process.”

Above In this paradiselike pool area, travertine decking and coping include a notch to accommodate LED lighting. Top Architect Steven Brenden’s vision of a traditional swimming hole is mirrored in this pool’s uniform 10-foot depth, an interior of large-format tile and smooth, natural pebbles, a jumping platform and a knife edge that appears to flow into the landscape. Bottom Limestone from Portugal flows from the interior to the exterior, forming the decking around the pool. Glass tile was used for the waterline, exterior spillway of the spa and the Baja shelf. Photography Scott Sandler

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Making the most of interior and exterior living spaces has become paramount over the past two years. “In the Southwest, especially Arizona, outdoor living spaces are every bit as important as indoor spaces,” says Catherine Trevigne, owner of Inside/Out Showrooms. To meet this need, Trevigne and her team have been selling furniture, fabrics and accessories exclusively to trade professionals for over 30 years. With products from over 40 manufacturers, the design destination has an array of styles, both unique and timeless collections, and hundreds of fabric selections to satisfy every client’s tastes and visions. When curating the showroom, Trevigne’s team looks for rich textures and natural materials that result in luxurious living. “Outdoor spaces should be an extension of the indoor design,” Trevigne says. “We are drawn to beauty and comfort both within and outside the home.”

Top Neutral and contemporary, the Onde Composition collection holds its own with its minimal styling and luxurious materials. Right This modern collection includes luxury furnishings that provide a wide array of seating options. Far right Pairing this elegant double-wide lounge with a minimalist backdrop creates an idyllic backyard escape.

Creating outdoor spaces that function well and look beautiful has its obstacles. By entrusting their space to a team of professionals, homeowners can rest assured that any roadblocks will be adequately resolved. “The outdoor spaces come with weather, maintenance and sometimes critter challenges,” Trevigne says. “It’s important to work with designers and showrooms who listen to the client not only about what they like, but also what they need.” Once any challenges have been met, the selections come down to style. “Designers, architects and their clients generally have a vision for their spaces, but sometimes they want input,” Trevigne says. “Either way, this is the most fun part of what we do—helping them find the right look, feel and inspiration to create spaces that can be enjoyed all year long and for many years to come.”

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TECH TALK •W hat makes your brand distinctive? Our automation systems provide intelligent, reliable, safe, quiet and maintenance-free durability that is ETL Listed and UL 325 compliant. ow are you increasing sustainability? •H Our systems offer auto-open and self-close modes that prevent heating and cooling from escaping outdoors. We’ve also switched our back-up battery systems to a recyclable Lithium-ion version. • Share some unusual client requests. We split a home office in two for a couple who both work remotely using a pocketing, multi-slide door. We also placed an automated pivot door within a wall to create a hidden man cave. • How are you making outdoor spaces smarter? All of our systems have “smart” capabilities— Bluetooth, wireless remote and voice command—that integrate seamlessly with home automation systems like Crestron, Lutron, Control4, Savant and more.

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Embracing both form and function is essential to achieving truly great design. As the leading inventor, engineer and manufacturer of automated window and door systems, Summit Automation brings cutting-edge technology to the most sophisticated homes and inspires seamless indoor-outdoor living that is such an important part of today’s lifestyles. “Outdoor living has become very important over the past two years as more people have been living and working at home,” says CEO PJ Gruetzmacher. “Automated windows and multi-slide doors that can be operated via the touch of a button or voice command provide ease, elegance and luxury to any environment. The refinement and simplicity of our systems means that they can be used on window and door systems around the world, and our network of expert installers and service techs are dedicated to the highest level of customer service and support.”

Above Ask your doors to open and experience the exhilaration of waking to fresh air and the lush beauty of nature. Top The “Magic Hour” is indoor-outdoor living at its most stunning and serene. Bottom Opening doors with ease and elegance brings the many joys of outdoor living inside.

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pen-air opulence: •O Our top request right now is for indooroutdoor living rooms that are both intimate and can be easily expanded for larger gatherings. Clients are also asking for outdoor kitchens, fire and water features and spaces for enjoying the sunset.

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From the pristine desert mountains to the pine forests and expansive skies, the Southwest was made for outdoor living. For Arizona-based architecture firm Urban Design Associates (UDA), outdoor living is an integral part of every luxury project. “We create spaces that flow between inside and out with deep covered patios and large expanses of glass,” says principal architect Jessica Hutchison-Rough. “Every room has access to outdoor living and correlates with Arizona’s gorgeous environments.” Beyond glass walls, UDA also brings the outside in by using visual connections like the continuation of a flooring material, and facilitating movement between spaces while keeping dust, bugs and temperature fluctuations outside. Hutchison-Rough adds, “The best approach to making outdoor spaces beautiful and functional is to keep them simple and in direct relationship to both the interior and the land.”

“People come to the Southwest for fantastic outdoor living that inspires their creativity and enhances their lives.”

Above The entry path that greets guests out front continues through the home, leading them to this inviting fireplace that adjoins the pool area. Top At the home’s entrance, a bridge takes guests across the beautiful water features to the impressive front door. Left This intimate kitchen and hearth room with glass pocket doors expands into an outdoor kitchen, dining and patio space for entertaining with mountain views. Photography Thompson Photographic Inc.

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Finding Balance A serene palette and pared-down style transform an ornate Arcadia abode into a spa-like oasis. W R I T T E N BY TAT E G U N N E R S O N P H O T O G R A P H Y BY K E V I N B R O S T

Interior Design: Jess Diab and Kaley Wilson, Jess Diab Studio Home Builder: Ryan Tyner and Jessica Lien, Princeton Construction, LLC Landscape Architecture: Steve Pine, On Site Landscape Construction

ometimes, the key to standout interiors is not adding elements, but rather subtracting those that detract from the design. Such was the case with an Arcadia dwelling purchased by a family who had recently uprooted themselves from Los Angeles. “The wife wanted to revamp her life, get out of the city and have more space for her kids,” designer Jess Diab says. “They wanted a different way of living.” The community-oriented neighborhood drew the couple to the residence, as did the pool, grassy area perfect for a bocce ball court and the potential for a home theater. “They liked the opulence and expansiveness of the house,” Diab says. But, to achieve the wife’s desire for a sleek and earthy vibe—“like a spa sanctuary,” the designer explains—the home’s over-the-top ornate features needed to be pared down. Thanks to her previous work on the clients’ California beach house—a project that they loved so much that they wept tears of joy the first time they saw the finished interiors—the family trusted Diab to take the reins. “The beach house was kind of the first step, like dipping their toes in,” the designer notes. Although they took a hands-off approach, the couple had one big ask: Their new home needed to be ready in time for their children to start school just three months later. “The timeline was intense,” Diab admits, “but a fun hoop to jump through.” While the tight schedule didn’t allow for extensive architectural changes, Diab, her colleague Kaley Wilson, site superintendent Ryan Tyner and project manager Jessica Lien did away with overly formal design details, such as the coffered ceiling in the dining room. “When we started this project, the home was very glam— think crystal chandeliers, lots of mirrors and decorative trim,” explains Lien. “We were trying to scale it back.” Adds Tyner, “It was like putting together a jigsaw puzzle every day.” Coating the walls, moldings and window trim in warm white helped to tone down the ornate milieu, creating a serene backdrop for curvaceous furnishings—like a massive serpentine mohair sofa and ottomans upholstered in shaggy Mongolian

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sheepskin—that soften the linear architecture. “Texture is so important in making the space feel grounded and cozy,” Diab explains, pointing to a large textile wall hanging next to the living room’s marble fireplace. Likewise, a cream linen-covered dining bench with a rounded back complements a ribbed pedestal table in the breakfast room. And in the formal dining area, sculptural velvet-upholstered chairs surround an oak table atop a handwoven wool rug, creating a warm counterpoint to the black-and-white checkerboard flooring in the adjacent foyer. But the interior’s neutral palette is not without its exceptions. Inspired by their clients’ daughter’s sense of color, the designers upholstered her custom platform canopy bed in deep purple Belgian velvet accented with sheer rainbow drapery. “I’m always trying to push clients to go a little edgier,” Diab says. She also went bold in the powder room, convincing the homeowners to install a black-andwhite floral wallpaper that she balanced by painting the vanity, millwork and ceiling in a complementary black hue. “I told them, ‘Just do it,’ ” she says. “It’s a jewel box moment.” Considering the expansive outdoor space was a driving factor in the purchase of the home, Diab brought in landscape designer Steve Pine to refresh the site. He added a travertine fence with a custom steel gate inspired by the existing doors and windows and installed olive trees, trailing rose vines, desert grasses and live oaks to soften the look. Hedges and a citrus garden in the backyard create privacy and muffle traffic sounds. “The result fits within the Arcadian style, while also providing a unique transitional character to the house,” Pine explains. To meet the aggressive deadline, the crew pulled multiple all-nighters, the paint still drying as the furniture arrived. To ease their stress, Diab, Wilson and Tyner did yoga together on the marble floor in the front foyer, the sound of gongs streaming in the background. “It seemed to typify our collective delirium,” Diab laughs. It was all worthwhile when the clients arrived from their rental in Santa Barbara to see their new home for the first time, sparking tears of joy once again. “It’s always a huge reveal with them,” Diab says. “That’s what’s so fun about having a carte blanche scenario.”

Designed by Jess Diab and assembled by Princeton Construction, the console in the foyer of this Arcadia home is crafted with French limestone from Antiquities Imports. It adds a rustic quality to the marble checkerboard flooring and traditional wall moldings.

Above: Barstools from CB2 covered in a white performance linen and a whimsical tassel lamp by TOV complement the thick black-and-white stone countertop in the posh bar. Opposite: Illuminated by a modern chandelier from Circa Lighting, sculptural vintage chairs reupholstered in beige performance velvet surround an oak table from 1stdibs atop a custom rug from Atacama in the formal dining room.

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Above: Why mess with perfection? That was the philosophy in the kitchen, where the team made just a few small additions—a linear metal chandelier from Schwung Home, a custom plaster hood and brass-framed stools by Kelly Wearstler—to enliven the classic white cabinetry. Opposite: A linen dining sofa by TOV and leather chairs from Holly Hunt are paired with a contemporary dining table from Lulu and Georgia in the breakfast nook. The wood veneer pendant is by Weplight.

Left: Diab printed blackand-white renderings of the daughter’s bedroom and asked her to color them with markers and paint. Her drawings inspired the rainbow sheers by Everhem and custom backlit neon mirror. Opposite: Diab also considered the daughter’s color preferences as inspiration for the upholstery on the custom platform bed. The designer selected a purple Belgian velvet, providing the desired princess vibes.

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Above: A fun and stylish place to break bread or just enjoy the landscaping by Steve Pine, the covered alfresco dining area is furnished with a Rove Concepts outdoor sectional and a solid travertine double pedestal table from 1stdibs. Opposite: Paired with black concrete side tables from CB2 and a concrete coffee table from West Elm, a quartet of rounded wicker chairs by Crate & Barrel create a convivial spot for cocktails and conversation in front of the outdoor fireplace.

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Made to Measure From the ground up, a custom Scottsdale home is built to suit a young family in every way.

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Architecture: Agnieszka Jastrzebska, AJ Design Studio Interior Design: Kristen Forgione and Rachel McCloskey, TheLifestyledCo Home Builder: Brad Leavitt, A Finer Touch Construction Landscape Architecture: David Creech, CFdesign

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Considering moments both large and small, residential designer Agnieszka Jastrzebska, general contractor Brad Leavitt and designer Kristen Forgione worked together to fully personalize a Scottsdale family’s new home. Overlooking outdoor views, this quiet nook coated in Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace illustrates the team’s thoughtful considerations, complete with a custom-height desk and vintage chair.

o often good design comes down to a matter of proportion, where the difference of an inch marks the line between discomfort and true leisure. John and Melissa Donnelly dreamed of a custom home that would fit their life in measurements great and small, from the height of the windows to the depth of the family sofa. So when they found a Scottsdale property overlooking views of the McDowell Mountains, they were eager to start from scratch and build a place truly suited for their young family. “We literally left our old house with a toothbrush and a suitcase full of clothes,” laughs Melissa. “We wanted to start completely fresh.” The news delighted designer Kristen Forgione, whom the couple previously recruited to restyle their former residence. Even then, “we always kind of knew that home didn’t represent them,” recalls Forgione. “When we got the call that they wanted to build, obviously it was a great day.” Bringing residential designer Agnieszka Jastrzebska and general contractor Brad Leavitt on board ensured that personally tailored dimensions were built into the very bones of the couple’s new abode. Melissa and John, for example, loved the wide porches of traditional Craftsman houses— plenty of space “for one of those hanging bed swings that we’ve always wanted,” notes Melissa. But they also craved spaces that fluidly transitioned between indoors and out, especially to enjoy the gardens by landscape designer David Creech, who filled the property with desert-adapted plants like Texas sage, Arizona yellow bells and mesquite trees. “We wanted to develop a simple, classic landscape that would serve as a green backdrop and provide pops of seasonal color,” notes Creech of the lush layout. The final design combined a classic Craftsman front porch and more modern, streamlined interiors flooded with sunlight pouring from clerestory windows and sliding pocket glass doors. This required careful engineering in the vast great room, which spills onto the outdoor entertainment area. The two spaces are connected by a multislider system featuring open-corner glass doors and a pass-through kitchen window. “We had to build this entire structure off-site,” notes Leavitt. “We did a mock-up that included framing, cabinetry and countertops just to make sure that when it was delivered and installed, it would fit.”

Jastrzebska carefully considered measurements as well, playing with ceiling heights throughout so that “each space is proportionally designed for its function,” she explains. As one moves from room to room, the different elevations “create a certain emotion,” the residential designer says. For instance, the lowered beams of the dining room evoke a sense of intimacy, while the lofty expanse of the great room is ideal for large parties. Thoughtful calculations also guided the home’s millwork and furnishings. The couple both stand over 6 feet tall, “and the world was not made for people like us,” laughs Melissa, making averagesized counters and seats often feel awkward. The team raised most of the surfaces, including work desks and the 42-inch-high kitchen counters (the average bar height). When composing the gathering areas, Forgione also favored custom sofas and chairs. Creating pieces with symmetrical lines and curves, Forgione’s lead designer, Rachel McCloskey, made sure to incorporate longer seats so the couple could curl up comfortably. “As crazy as it sounds, it’s made a huge difference,” says Melissa. “They did an amazing job providing furniture that met our lifestyle and fit us.” A sense of ease runs throughout the interiors overall, with white oak flooring and an 18-foot porcelain fireplace façade painstakingly bookmatched by Leavitt’s team reflecting Forgione’s signature organic desert style. “Everything is really grounded and earthy,” explains the designer. “Through and through, we have natural tones with no big pops of color.” Think blond woods, bouclé upholstery and linens in shades of oatmeal and heather gray. Notes of black puncture the soft gradient of hues, especially in the minimalist light fixtures, cutting an elegant geometry against the ceilings. Guided by such considerate design, each space now feels calibrated for the family’s daily motions. The great room opens wide to the sunrise every morning while Melissa enjoys her ritual cup of tea. And the second-floor deck provides the perfect amount of shade in the late afternoons, where John enjoys long chats with their daughter, both swaying together in their custom swing chairs. The house even accommodates the family’s beloved Yorkies, who can easily dart through their own door. In every square inch “this home works for our family,” says Melissa. “It truly feels comfortable.”

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The grandeur of the great room required appropriately scaled furnishings to match, while also embodying the home’s relaxed spirit. To achieve this balance, Forgione incorporated custom pieces like the broad sectional, chaise lounge and the 82-inch white oak coffee table—all designed in-house by Rachel McCloskey. Twin dark wicker accent chairs from TheLifestyledCo and a two-tier RH chandelier add a welcome contrast to the light palette.

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Above: The kitchen was built with the couple’s comfort in mind, starting with the improved functionality of the raised custom cabinets and island by Rysso Peters, topped with porcelain counters from Bedrosians Tile & Stone. Barstools from TheLifestyledCo create a welcoming gathering spot. Above are pendants by Hudson Valley Lighting. Opposite: Subtle shifts in room heights and design help create different moods throughout the home, like the lower coffered ceiling with crossed beams in the main dining area. The space proves ideal for cozy entertaining, complete with a custom white oak dining table, bouclé-covered dining chairs from TheLifestyledCo and Arteriors head chairs.

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Warm sisal grass cloth from Kravet encircles the couple’s bedroom, creating a juxtaposing wall finish that “brought the room down, so it feels comfortable and layered,” notes Forgione. At the foot of the custom white oak canopy bed are a matching custom sofa and ottoman. The window treatments by AZ Custom Designs are made with a Tonic Living fabric.

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TURNING UP THE HEAT Science and nature spark artist Alexandra Bowers’ creative journey. W R I T T E N BY M A I L E P I N G E L P H O T O G R A P H Y BY B R A N D O N S U L L I VA N

his is a soul calling,” says Alexandra Bowers, whose pyrographic artworks have garnered attention from local curators and collectors alike. Born and raised in Scottsdale, Bowers has witnessed the region “grow outward, not upward,” and watching the landscape paved over for development has inspired her work. “I’m on a mission to educate people and create an emotional connection with the natural world,” she explains. From her studio at Megaphone PHX, a multidimensional arts venue established by muralist Andy Brown in the Warehouse District, Bowers draws local flora and fauna— night-blooming flowers, seed pods, hawk moths and diamondbacks among them—with a biologist’s eye. Each work is so finely rendered that her medium, a soldering iron, may come as a surprise. In fact, it was something of a revelation for her too. “Pyrography found me,” she says, recalling the aha moment of watching a soldering artist at an outdoor market in Italy. Bowers begins each piece as a pencil sketch before burning the image into a maple or birch wood panel, hand-crafted for her by fellow artist Tony Zeh. “Then I start itching to add color,” she says of the next step, in which she works wax pigments into the wood to create a watercolor-like effect. The artist’s work is, in essence, an ongoing conversation with others. Her solo show at Mesa Arts Center, “A Murmuration of Found Feathers in Flight,” featured over 800 pieces based on shared photographs. “I asked my community to send me photos of feathers from hikes and errands,” Bowers says. “I wanted them to get outside, look at their world, tell me the story of when and where they found the feather, and what it represents.” Communication is also at the center of her upcoming group show, “Art in Medicine,” a collaboration between artists and medical researchers organized by Bentley Gallery and the Phoenix Biomedical Campus. “As artists, our job is to work with the researchers and bridge a narrative with the public to break down complicated science,” she explains. While conversing with her community is central to Bowers’ work, it is times of solitude that often bring about inspiration. Whether hiking a favorite local trail or taking her goldendoodle, Lincoln, for a walk, time in her treasured desert landscape always reveals new ideas. “Outside, I’m in a place of meditation,” she says. “That’s when creativity strikes.”

Using a soldering iron (below), Alexandra Bowers creates pyrographic works inspired by the natural world. She begins each piece with a sketch (bottom, left), finding inspiration in such things as collected feathers (left) and moths (bottom, right).

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The charms of a beloved architectural stalwart infuse a contemporary dwelling.

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Architecture, Home Builder and Landscape Architecture: Cavin Costello, The Ranch Mine Interior Design: Claire Costello, The Ranch Mine

ontemporary architecture often gets a bad rap for being cold and austere, especially when it comes to homes. But while architect Cavin Costello and his wife, designer Claire Costello, might be known for their ultramodern, minimalist designs, an inherent warmth shines through each and every one of them. Their secret lies in a set of core values—but not their own. “We always ask our clients for mission statements for their homes,” explains Cavin. Gina and Travis Cooper, who were looking to build a new dwelling for themselves and their two daughters on a secluded lot in Paradise Valley, really took to the concept. “I love Cavin’s approach,” Gina says, “because it asks things like ‘how do you live your best life in the house? What’s your ideal morning like? Where do you spend the most time? What’s the motto of your home?’ That was genius.” The couple’s mission statement for their new abode was a simple one: a place to bring together friends and family to break bread, featuring open and light-filled spaces with a connection to the outdoors. As avid fans of architectural history, Cavin and Claire quickly realized that what the couple were asking for was similar to midcentury American ranch houses or ramblers. “Those were ultimately about informal indoor-outdoor living, sunshine and family,” Cavin says. “Making that connection really gave us a nice starting point.” While the end result remains true to the Costellos’ signature contemporary aesthetic, the structure embodies many elements of the traditional rambler. A gabled volume at the home’s center distinguishes the entrance and main living area, flanked by low, linear flat roofs. The bedroom wing is separate from the living areas, while large glass windows and sliding glass doors flood the spaces with daylight and cross ventilation. The expansive, unconventionally sized flag lot allowed the designers to create a dwelling that stretches out into the landscape, drawing visitors into the courtyard’s embrace.

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Most important to Gina was that the kitchen be at the heart of the home. “I grew up in a Latin family—my dad is Italian, my mom is Mexican and everyone gathers around the kitchen,” she says. “I love to cook, and I wanted a place where we could all come together.” With this in mind, Cavin positioned the kitchen at the center of the architectural H layout, making it a pivot point between the indoor and outdoor spaces as well as the bedroom and living wings. “Our previous work really spoke to Gina,” Claire says of their design for the interiors. “She liked the combination of white with some high drama moments of black, wood or exposed concrete.” And that feeling of warmth inherent to The Ranch Mine was brought in via neutral browns, tans and coppers. With a family in the furniture business and a mother who had worked as an interior designer, Gina had a keen vision for the home. So, while the Costellos gave her advice on the color palette and location of certain pieces, she sourced many of the finishes and furnishings herself. “This was my true time to do it my way and really pick every single piece with a lot of thoughtfulness,” Gina says. When it came time to choose tile, the Costellos assisted with a few guidelines. “Because the midcentury modern aesthetic was something that appealed to Gina, one of our general rules was the use of different geometric shapes as a guiding principle to her tile selection,” Claire explains. “You have the simple palette of neutral color, stone and wood, but you can really differentiate the scale, texture and interest from room to room by changing the geometries.” While many designers might have felt nervous handing such creative decisions over to the client, the Costellos didn’t stress with Gina. “You never know what the clients will choose,” Cavin says. “But she picked a lot of great things. Once she had the parameters of what we were working with, she really filled in every piece excellently.” Unsurprisingly, the feeling of admiration is mutual. “They really captured my vision,” Gina says. “From what we expected to what we got, it’s just a dream come true.”

Homeowner Gina Cooper liked the high-peaked ceilings and wood-and-metal palette of Scandinavian residences. Husband-and-wife team Cavin and Claire Costello of The Ranch Mine helped her bring that aesthetic to her own Paradise Valley abode. The concrete for the living room walls was sourced from Phoenix Concrete while the wide-plank European white oak flooring throughout the home by En Bois Flooring is from Arizona Hardwood Floor Supply.

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Gina’s background in fashion was a significant influence on her choices for the interiors. “If I were to look at how I dress and how I’ve dressed the house, I think it’s very similar,” she says. “Basic neutral colors with a little pop.” In the living room, a Herman Miller Eames lounge chair and ottoman sit alongside a Rove Concepts sectional and a Sunpan threepiece coffee table from Perigold.

Above: As the center point of the home, the kitchen needed to feel cozy, hence the lower ceilings and warm wood tones. LEM Piston barstools from Design Within Reach line the Paonazzo porcelain counter, which extends into a custom concrete table from Concrete Interiors. Overhead, Gotham lighting fixtures by Modern Forms add a dash of glamour. Opposite: In the dining room, the Cattelan Italia dining table and chairs hew to the earthy color palette, with a Moooi pendant from Design Within Reach adding a sculptural touch to the lofty ceilings.

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Above: The main bathroom continues the indoor-outdoor theme, with sustainable Lunawood Thermowood paneling lending warmth. Eurofase pendants frame mirrors from Stravitz Glass, and the custom vanity is from Copperstate Cabinetry Company. Opposite: One of Gina’s favorite places in the home is her office, where a carved marble tile wall from Solstice Stone acts like a piece of artwork. Her workstation is composed of a Herman Miller table and desk chair, both from Design Within Reach, with a Constance Guisset Studio light fixture hanging above.

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The homeowners’ bedroom sits at the very back of the house, a retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Sunken into the landscape, glass doors open onto a private patio shaded by the site’s existing citrus trees. Artwork by Scott Kerr echoes the color palette of the channeled Crate & Barrel headboard, while swivel chairs by the same company create an informal sitting area.

“ Y O U C A N R E A L LY D I F F E R E N T I AT E THE SCALE, TEXTURE AND INTEREST FROM R O O M TO R O O M BY C H A N G I N G T H E G E O M E T R I E S .” –CLAIRE COSTELLO

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