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Real Intelligence Our workplace Slack channel, “Learn AI,” is frequently pinging with updates on the latest tools and links to YouTubers who share weekly recaps and practical uses. I wish that I could say I was interested. But, at the moment, I am fascinated by another regenerative force: that of trees. A few months ago, I moved from a heavily-developed area to one of the most biologically diverse regions in the country. My neighborhood was planned in the 1920s by landscape architect John Nolen in collaboration with Frederick Law Olmsted, and it is filled with massive century-old trees. An 80-foot white oak graces my front yard, and this mighty tree supports more life-forms than any other North American tree genus, providing food and protection for birds, bears, squirrels and countless insects and spiders. It will produce three million acorns in its lifetime and drop about 700,000 leaves each year, creating a habitat that regenerates and makes its own vibrant community right outside my door. Plus, oak trees also sequester carbon.
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Alexa Hampton’s latest book, the third in her oeuvre, explores the design evolution of her longtime New York City residences—in a building she’s called home for 27 years— through vivid snapshots and heartfelt tributes. Luxe chatted with the prolific designer to learn more. alexahampton.com; penguinrandomhouse.com What inspired this book? I wanted to write about my lifelong influences. Some are seminal moments, like the Bill Blass and Givenchy sales. Others are museums or architects that have inspired me. That’s the core of the book—“love letters” to various people, places and experiences that have shaped me. How do you balance grandeur with what you describe as “normalcy” in your home? I’ve given myself permission to have things like crazy helmets and formal elements, but they aren’t necessarily reflective of my personality—it’s about what delights me.
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Liminal spaces are always the most interesting, which makes “Roelof Knol: the space in between” worth a visit. On view at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) through July 28, the interactive exhibition explores relationships between digital and physical spaces, and, more importantly, relationships between people. The movement of visitors within the gallery space creates digital projections of pathways, which others can opt to follow and connect with fellow museumgoers—or not. “Viewers have the freedom to choose how they want to interact with the artwork, so hopefully they walk away having thought about the ways in which we engage or disengage from one another,” observes Julie Ganas, curator of engagement and digital initiatives. This solo show is Knol’s largest to date (he’s primarily known on Instagram) and is also the fourth in SMoCA’s “Project Space” series, through which the museum offers a platform to boundary-pushing artists. smoca.org
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Kameran Schaffner, owner and principal designer of Collective Design Build, is bringing her modern yet timeless aesthetic forward to an even broader audience with the opening of her new lifestyle store. Located in Goodyear, Collective House embodies the LUXE Next In Design 99 honoree’s earthy, moody style with classic silhouettes, clean lines and textures galore. “While the West Valley is developing, there are still very few shopping opportunities, especially when it comes to home decor and furnishings,” Schaffner says. “We wanted to tap into that market and offer the community quality style that they don’t have to drive an hour to find.” Beyond pieces for the home—Schaffner is most excited about their selection of lighting and decorative fixtures, which she says are “unlike anything available in our community currently”—visitors to Collective House will also be able to peruse a curated selection of clothing and gifts. collectivedesignbuild.com See our Next In Design 99
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They say good things come to those who wait, and The Global Ambassador has been worth its nearly 10 years of planning. Located at the intersection of Phoenix, Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, the 141-room hotel is the vision of restaurateur Sam Fox. Guests will be able to drink in views of Camelback Mountain from the rooftop restaurant, engage in a little bonhomie at the Parisian steakhouse and unwind at an ultra-luxe wellness center. Private memberships are available for amenities and access to an exclusive restaurant and bar, but it’s the design details that will make visitors want to linger. Fabric wallcoverings and custom walnut millwork lend a residential feel to the guest rooms, which also feature handmade leather accents alongside artwork by local artist Michael Carson. Arizona has officially gone global. globalambassadorhotel.com
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If you’ve dropped in at Local Nomad (top) in midtown Phoenix or Anello pizzeria in Tucson, then you’ve brushed up against the work of Oscar Lopez, who worked on both projects with Space Bureau. A senior lecturer at the University of Arizona, mentee of Rick Joy and award-winning residential designer in his own right, Lopez manages to bring as much poetry as professional rigor to his work. He is one of those people who has a hand in a range of activities—a new architectural studio, an upcoming book and, of course, a multitude of projects—all while focusing on the concepts that most fascinate him: materials, details and public space. Here, Lopez reflects on what makes good design so enticing. desertworksstudio.com Describe your approach to architecture. We pride ourselves on being able to evolve in the way that we view the world so we can improve our understanding of different materials, think about how space is used and better respond to those who use the places and objects we design. Residential projects often take their cues from the site. How do commercial projects engage with their surrounds? Commercial projects receive the urban landscape and the social component of the city. Take dialog home goods store in central Phoenix that I worked on with Wendell Burnette Architects, for example. We very intentionally considered the
porosity of the project, making sure the design and placement of the floating counter wouldn’t obstruct the view to the exterior while still serving as a threshold for those outside looking in. How have commercial architecture and design changed in Arizona over the past decade? We live in a very fastpaced world in terms of design and construction, which can negatively affect the quality of the spaces being built. Design trends can feel superficial and inauthentic, but architecture can be practiced in a sincere and genuine way that can lead to thoughtful and authentic spaces. Kid Sister wine bar is a great example where we thoughtfully worked through the design process and borrowed from moments and experiences found in Portugal; Granada, Spain; and New York. We study what makes those places resonate so what we arrive at is both new and familiar.
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“AMERICAN ICONS: WRIGHT AND O’KEEFFE” Genius, art, nature—the new exhibition at Taliesin West, “American Icons: Wright and O’Keeffe,” has it all and then some. “Frank Lloyd Wright and Georgia O’Keeffe knew one another,” explains Niki Stewart, exhibition curator for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. “They met, exchanged ideas and stayed in touch over many years. We knew we wanted to tell the story of their connection and similarities.” The ensuing exhibition, on view through June 3, does so via 20 black-and-white images shot by Tony Vaccaro for Look magazine between 1957 and 1960, many of which have never been seen before. Both Wright and O’Keeffe, Stewart points out, were born in rural Wisconsin, traveled to big cities but settled down in the vast—and vastly quieter—desert Southwest. Those landscapes inspired their work, whether on canvas or in concrete and glass. Today, the photos pick up where the artists left off. franklloydwright.org
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Acropora by Sangmin Oh for TextielMuseum is part of his “Knitted Light” series, which uses elastic, glow-inthe-dark yarn and recycled monofilament fishing line.
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For Daniel Michalik, whose Brooklyn studio crafts striking seating and objets from cork (like the Arm Chair, below), working with the medium is more than an aesthetic choice—it is part of an effort to “rethink our relationship to natural systems.” The lifecycle and harvesting methods for cork make it a uniquely environmentally responsible material because cork trees can be harvested naturally every nine years without damage. And using this flexible, raw material is part of a circular manufacturing loop, as it’s recyclable and its main global use, the production of bottle stoppers, leaves large amounts of leftovers. Michalik, a professor at Parsons School of Design, makes frequent trips to Portugal, where cork forests abound, to study and preserve the centuries-old harvesting techniques handed down through generations. danielmichalik.com
When Korean-born designer Sangmin Oh decided to create three-dimensional textile lighting, he found himself experimenting at the fabric laboratory of the TextielMuseum in Tilburg, Netherlands, which became a playground of sorts for the maker. There, using a knitting machine, he was able to mix materials until he found his recipe for magic: a combination of elastic, glow-in-the-dark yarn and recycled monofilament fishing line. “Because of its transparent quality, it lets you play with light,” Oh says of his amorphous, abstract “Knitted Light” pieces which evoke natural forms, specifically, threatened coral. At night, Oh’s designs emit a soft glow showing different hues and dimensions, and, in the daylight, they are textile sculptures inspiring wonder and reflection. osangmin.com
TREY JONES One look at Trey Jones’ sculptural furnishings and your eye is drawn to the unusual patterning, rich coloration and whimsical proportions. What may not be immediately apparent is that the pieces are also a feat of ingenuity in reusing resources. At the workspace Jones shares in Washington, D.C., piles of plywood would accumulate as cabinet makers crafted their wares. Soon, the artist was inspired to give the scraps new life and landed on a technique inspired by Japanese Nerikomi ceramics, in which Jones painstakingly assembles small offcut sections into elaborate motifs created by exposing the wood cut ends. For the Plinths Cabinet, at left, the compounded technique reveals the inherent nature of the pattern within. treyjonesstudio.com; cultureobject.com
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In a modern New York City home designed by Billy Cotton with architect Stamberg Aferiat + Associates, art by Cindy Sherman hangs above a Vladimir Kagan sofa.
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has yielded hauntingly memorable spaces, including a Manhattan refuge in which blue-chip contemporary art takes center stage, and light and air are ingredients as important to the finished scheme as the chevron patterned floors and curvy sofas. The project exemplifies Cotton’s belief that there should be a continuous push and pull between objects and furnishings as though they are in constant communication. Cotton’s rooms are always poetic, never banal, and pared down to sensuous and unexpected details and couplings that evoke emotion. How does he compose beautiful interiors that actually make you
feel something? “You have to edit,” he says. “I want people to bring things into their lives that have meaning. The objects and materials you employ in a space should be intentional. Intentionality dictates respect. Do you need this? Is this the best version? I would rather not buy a decorative object just to fill a room. I want houses to evolve over time and give people a canvas to paint their own spaces.” His talent lies in the way he distills a client’s passions to their best possible version and then gives them plenty of room to soar and sing. “Above all,” says Cotton, “design should be filled with joy.” billycotton.com
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He is a polymath decorator whose soulful, wideranging body of work can incorporate bouillon fringe and chintz balloon shades as easily— and winningly— as it does sculptural staircases and chalky white walls left ethereally unadorned. And while Billy Cotton’s deft, resonant interiors can run the gamut stylistically, they are all rooted in a rigorous, inquisitive point of view the New York-based practitioner picked up at Pratt Institute. “I trained as an industrial designer, which was all about how somebody uses something and how they interact with an object, whether it’s a plate or silverware. I think of all my projects that way,” he says. “What does somebody need, what is the problem and why did they come to me?” The function-forward answer leads Cotton to a client-specific game plan that leaves him room to play—with materials, with furnishings, with romance. “I’m a dreamer. I love to fantasize about what beauty or luxury can be. When we get together with clients, we are having fun.” In Cotton’s world, “fun” is a humble euphemism for an intuitive process that
The living area is anchored by a custom sofa in Fortuny velvet, while artwork by Sadie Benning and Jacqueline Humphries flanks the fireplace (above). A sculptural Steelcase bench is paired with a graphic painting by Stanley Whitney.
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TODAY’S TOP TALENTS WEIGH IN ON THE PROS AND CONS OF AI FOR RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE.
In an industry that values the trained eye and a studied approach, it’s perhaps no surprise that many architects are wary of artificial intelligence programs that whip up new renderings at the push of a button. “It’s fascinating software, but it is frightening,” says Fort Worth-based architect Jeff Garnett, who does not use AI in his work but has tested the software after hours. “Design is a human creation, and we have to hold onto that as long as we can.” If you plug the phrase “Georgian Revival estate stucco” into an AI program like Midjourney, you will get multiple versions of a visualization rendering returned in mere seconds—sans blueprints and the actual details needed to build a house, of course. While these images may look authentic, they don’t replace a trained—human— professional. “You’re going to have to be careful with these programs and stay well-informed, not trusting things too much,” architect Tom Kligerman of New York City firm
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Kligerman Architecture & Design heeds when it comes to taking what’s in front of you for fact or fiction. Still, AI has its perks—especially as back-of-the-napkin initial sketches can be replaced by a tool that creates a nearly-instant rendering to elucidate an architect’s imaginings. Andrew Kudless, principal of design studio Matsys and a Professor at the University of Houston’s Hines College of Architecture + Design, believes AI can be helpful in several ways. “In the early design phases, it can explore more ideas in less time without modeling and rendering each iteration. Also, as AI models become more sophisticated and attuned to architectural problems they can help automate essential yet labor-intensive tasks, freeing up designers’ time.” In short: there are ways to put the intelligence in artificial intelligence. “There is this perception that AI models are either godlike superbeings or evil robots coming for everyone’s job,” Kudless says.
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A new crop of leathers is popping up and meeting the (environmentally conscious) moment, offering elegant alternatives to traditional materials. By using sustainably farmed plants, fruits and byproducts with lower ecological footprints, these imaginative textiles can capture the lithe look and grains of animal leathers while also producing unique aesthetic effects, introducing tantalizing possibilities for interior design. That’s what attracted Brooklyn-based furniture designer Bowen Liu to Fruitleather Rotterdam. The Dutch brand makes plant leather from spoiled mangos, resulting in textiles that feature naturally stained pebbled textures and embossed crocodilelike patterns. But Liu intuitively gravitated to Fruitleather’s original mottled finish, which reveals pieces of the mango’s natural pulpy texture and golden hue. “I like showing the details of a material without sacrificing its integrity,” explains the designer. “The pulp and fiber add character that feels authentic.” This speaks to plant leather’s underlying appeal— one-of-a-kind materiality, and a sense of place and history. Another brand making waves is Desserto, who is producing a leather-like textile from the nopal cactus on its farms in Zacatecas, Mexico. The heritage, drought-hardy perennial is grown without irrigation or pesticides. In the Philippines, Ananas Anam is using leftover pineapple leaf fibers to make their signature Piñatex leather. They recently collaborated with famed British designer Tom Dixon, covering his wingback chairs in metallic Piñatex to create an effect reminiscent of leather crossed with texturized silver. Such partnerships play a central role in carving sustainable paths forward. For Liu, the key to unlocking plant leather’s potential is creative curiosity. “I’m interested in materials and applying them to the proper applications,” she says. “It’s necessary to touch them and learn about their properties.”
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FAMILIAL TIES Brooklyn-based designer Sarah Nsikak is grateful for the growing interest and appreciation in quilting, which is introducing her beloved practice to a greater audience. “For the first time in a while, people want to understand how things are made,” says Nsikak, for whom quilting is personal. When she was a young child, her grandmother immigrated to the states from Nigeria and looked to quilting as a form of communication. “She taught me how to sew, and I think that established a new language and storytelling of sorts.” Her piece It May As Well Be Spring (above) is made of leftover scraps from her fashion brand, La Réunion, and presents an amalgamation of symbols, like a fish and chair, which are meaningful to the creator yet still relatable to viewers. sarahnw.com
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RHYTHMIC ROUSE It was during his MFA studies at Cranbrook Academy of Art that Julian Jamaal Jones pivoted from fashion photography to fiber arts and quilting—a craft his grandmother practiced in her youth. It’s that kind of comforting familiarity that Jones surmises could be behind the artform’s rise. “I’m on a mission to rewrite the rules of quilting and create my own unique verbiage within the medium,” says the Indianapolis-based artist. Jones’ practice implements abstract forms and vibrant colors, bypassing preconceptions and opening a dialogue around his Black experience. Take the three pieces here: Inspired by gospel music’s rhythms, lyrics and harmonies, the movement of each design mimics song beats and the feelings they evoke. The materials are as dynamic as the patterns themselves, with cottons, denims and plush velvets existing alongside one another. julianjamaaljones.format.com
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COMMUNAL COMFORTS It was in 2003 when then-art student Martha Clippinger viewed a quilt exhibit at the Whitney Museum in New York that she realized this homespun craft could hold court among fine artwork. Fast-forward to today, and the Durham, North Carolina, quilter’s own works are now displayed in museums and galleries. Cuadricula Quilt, shown hanging, and Iona’s Covid Quilt, on the table, exemplify Clippinger’s keen observation of color. “I’ve always been interested in quilts as a way to discuss ideas about pattern, symmetry and, in particular, tonal relationships,” she says. “I share Josef Albers’ interest in studying the effects of color through direct observation. Making quilts with found materials is about looking at what’s in front of you and testing combinations to create dynamic arrangements of color.” marthaclippinger.com
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BASIC INSTINCTS For Los Angeles creative Adam Pogue, a handmade quilt represents the ultimate gesture. “They serve a purpose; they keep us warm. And for as long as we use them, they remind us of the maker.” It’s in this spirit that he creates his textile works, like the one featured in the historic 19th-century Dr. Oliver Bronson House in Hudson, New York. The quilt, which depicts a landscape-inspired motif framed by bands of color, was originally made for Commune Design’s shop. It was crafted using a clothing designer’s cast-off hemp linen and dyed to the perfect hues. Pogue begins each work with a general idea and palette but admits he “never has it all figured out” before starting. Instead, he improvises as he goes, laying out the individual elements on the floor, rearranging and re-dyeing as desired. iamadampogue.com; communedesign.com; historichudson.org
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Renaissance Man The 15th-century Italian artist Sandro Botticelli may be known for his exquisite masterpieces like La Primavera and Birth of Venus, but the focus of his latest exhibit at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco centers around his exquisite drawings. Nearly 60 works from around the world, including Study of the head of a woman in profile (above), shine a light on the artist’s technical practice of draftsmanship. famsf.org
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SANDRO BOTTICELLI. “STUDY OF THE HEAD OF A WOMAN IN PROFILE (“LA BELLA SIMONETTA”) (RECTO); STUDY OF THE FIGURE OF MINERVA (VERSO),” CA. 1485. METALPOINT, WHITE GOUACHE ON LIGHT-BROWN PREPARED PAPER (RECTO), BLACK CHALK, PEN AND BROWN INK, BROWN WASH, WHITE GOUACHE (VERSO). 13 7/16 X 9 1/16 IN. (34.2 X 23 CM.) THE ASHMOLEAN MUSEUM, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD. BEQUEATHER BY FRANCIS DOUCE, 1834.© ASHMOLEAN MUSEUM.
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PHOTO: ED RUSCHA. STANDARD STATION, TEN-CENT WESTERN BEING TORN IN HALF, 1964, OIL ON CANVAS, PRIVATE COLLECTION, © 2023 EDWARD RUSCHA. PHOTO EVIE MARIE BISHOP, COURTESY MODERN ART MUSEUM OF FORT WORTH.
Modern art devotees won’t want to miss Ed Ruscha’s most comprehensive retrospective to date at New York’s Museum of Modern Art. Enthusiasts will find iconic postwar compositions on display like Standard Station, Ten-Cent Western Being Torn in Half (above), along with over 250 additional pieces, from lesser-known paintings and drawings to photography and installations, spanning 1958 to present day. moma.org
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PHOTO: MARK ROTHKO, UNTITLED, C. 1948, WATERCOLOR ON WATERCOLOR PAPER, NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART, WASHINGTON, GIFT OF THE MARK ROTHKO FOUNDATION, INC. COPYRIGHT © 2023 KATE ROTHKO PRIZEL & CHRISTOPHER ROTHKO / ARTISTS RIGHTS SOCIETY (ARS), NEW YORK.
Pay a visit to the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., through March and you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding and appreciation for prominent 20th-century abstract expressionist artist Mark Rothko. Hailed for his recognizably bold paintings on canvas, the exhibit centers around some 100 paintings on paper (which he considered finished works), ranging from figurative and surreal subjects to the likes of this watercolor, Untitled (above), from 1948. nga.gov
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WHEN IT COMES TO THE LATEST IN DESIGN, THESE STYLISH FURNITURE DEALERS KNOW IT’S ALL ABOUT MIXING VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE FINDS WITH COOL, CONTEMPORARY PIECES. W R I T T E N A N D P R O D U C E D BY K AT H R Y N G I V E N A N D S A R A H S H E LT O N
Design is in Tricia Benitez Beanum’s DNA. A second-generation antiques dealer, she also wears the hat of stylist, designer and owner of Pop Up Home in Los Angeles. In her recently opened flagship space, Beanum has created an environment for anyone with an appetite for vintage flare. “I want to show how it can be elevated and not so kitschy,” she says. Beanum makes that case here, surrounded by a mix of old and new, including a Maitland-Smith coffee table, ‘70s De Sede sectional sofa and Ann Weber artwork. “Right now, people are looking for special pieces that translate into all genres of design and stand out among a sea of neutrals.” popuphome.com
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Meet Alana Tang, owner of In The Comfort Of which opened in Seattle in 2022. With a penchant for modernist, mid-century and space-age finds sourced everywhere from estate sales and antique malls to private owners throughout the Pacific Northwest, Tang still can’t turn away contemporary pieces if they meet her standards. “I consider design, form and function in everything I buy,” Tang says. “I was offered a lounge chair and ottoman set by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia, and while I mainly focus on vintage, it checked all the boxes so I had to have it.” As for the current landscape today, Tang is excited by the adventurous spirit many are taking in finding their style, and by watching clients put things together in ways she never would have thought to. inthecomfortof.com
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HAPPY HANGOUT Step inside The Flat in downtown Westport, Connecticut, and you’ll feel as though you’re walking into the home of a chic friend. That was precisely the goal when Becky Goss opened the doors in 2016. She imagined a place to interact with customers and share stories of the treasures within. “I still believe in local, one-of-a-kind shops where you know the owner,” Goss says. “Stop in, see what’s new, have a conversation and get off your screen!” In the highly curated familial space, not one specific period or style dominates. Because after all, a good room is all about thoughtful layering. “I’m not afraid to take vintage or antique items and reimagine them for the modern home.” Case in point: the one-off mid-19th century Biedermeier Recamier reupholstered in a bold Robert Kime fabric (pictured). theflatwestport.com
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Tucked away on windswept Block Island, the contents of Tori Jones Studio reflects the classic New England aesthetic found outside the studio’s walls. “I gravitate toward American antiques,” says Jones, a self-proclaimed magpie who splits time between the Rhode Island enclave and New York. “We’re passionate about antique patchwork quilts, painted furniture, wicker and rope.” A former editor, Jones still taps into her prowess for discovery and storytelling in the elements she curates, stocking ready-made Hobnail Czech glassware and Sabre flatware, as well as showcasing contemporary artists from the Hudson Valley to the UK. For Jones and her customers, there’s nothing like the thrill of originality. “I think the people who shop with us are looking for items with some soul. It’s an Amazon world, but there is an authenticity, timelessness and durability to antiques that can’t be replicated.” torijonesstudio.com
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MIAMI VICE Jonathan Sanchez-Obias’ Miami storefront, Primaried Studio is a sleek and minimalist paradise. The rotating portfolio of furnishings, however, are the real scenestealers, hailing largely from the 1960s through ’90s. Pieces like the ’80s black Quebec 69 Spider Chair by Les Amisca (left) and the purple Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort (right) hold court on the gallery floor with furnishings by contemporary designers like Kouros Maghsoudi and Atelier Caracas for Studio Boheme. Knowledge of the past and a keen eye on the current state of design makes Sanchez-Obias a trusted source for clientele primarily consisting of first-time homeowners and renters looking to invest in their growing furniture collections. “I am always meeting people who are looking to mix vintage pieces with new designs in their homes,” says Sanchez-Obias. primariedstudio.com
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Pam Evans’ brick-and-mortar store Maison in Birmingham, Alabama, is a nod to French style, from which she is infinitely inspired. “Paris is always a good idea!” swoons Evans. “I love the culture and their chic sense of style, from food and fashion to interiors.” Shabby chic French finds aside, Evans’ offerings span provenance and genre (her M.O. is pairing modern art, like these abstract works on paper by Addison Ryan, with midcentury furniture), but collectively lean towards the neutral, patinaed and oversized. “I tend to buy large pieces, like these wooden Belgian spheres, a midcentury chandelier five feet in diameter, or a pair of nine-foot columns.” Such unique finds are most often scooped up by designers and architects who look to Evans’ wares for adding character to their spaces; the sort of acquisition the antiques veteran still gets a thrill out of after two decades in the business. maisonshoppe.com
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A noted landscape oil painter with studios in Ohio and Arizona, Jane Mishkind finds her inspiration in the profound expressions of nature and within the soulful space she inhabits. “The environment and the storied pieces within my own home influence my paintings,” Mishkind says. “Every day, the far-reaching skies serve as my muse, while the scattered history in my home and the objects I’ve collected—including centuries-old Tibetan furniture, stones from the hills above Saint-Tropez, a wooden mantel from an Indiana barn— tell stories that remind me of feelings I want to evoke in my work.” A favorite with art collectors and interior designers, Mishkind’s paintings can be found in private homes and estates, hotels and other highlycurated spaces where they contribute to a serene and restorative atmosphere. Another unique aspect of Mishkind’s work is that she never names her paintings. “I leave them free for interpretation, letting the viewer find what they need,” she shares. “My greatest hope is that my work adds something new and profound with every gaze—creating a gentle place to rest.” As for her creative process, Mishkind describes it as a transcendent experience. “Painting is a moving meditation, filled with reverence for the textures and colors of this beautiful world.”
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“I’ve always been a consummate learner,” Mishkind says. “I received a master’s degree in art therapy and a doctorate in holistic health counseling with a specialization in equine-assisted psychotherapy. For years, I practiced art therapy to help children manage their
thoughts and feelings through art. After spending thousands
of hours painting, I now stand shoulder to shoulder with the artists I’ve most admired. I don’t need to pay attention to trends or glance over at the work of others to find inspiration, because for me it comes from within myself,
from my curated environment and, yes, from my horses, too.
With this practice and refinement, I feel like I have stepped into myself. With my paintbrush in hand, it all comes naturally.”
Above Working in her studio, Jane Mishkind uses the techniques of the masters to create artwork that will feel at home anywhere. Top While her horse observes, Mishkind paints. This is the smiling horse who inspired the name Smiling Horse Studios. Opposite Just a few pieces from the collection of original oil paintings that Jane Mishkind has created. Photography Above & Top by Jerry Mann; Opposite Courtesy of Jane Mishkind
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Jenni Lauri of Lauri Design Studio transformed a dated primary bath into a Zen-like sanctuary with the help of Wide Corp construction. A Calacatta Viola marble double vanity, fluted-marble backsplash from Il Granito and Apparatus sconces lend movement and texture to the neutral space, which is decorated with a plaster bench, Moroccan runner from Mehraban and vintage figurative artwork (this page and previous).
When the owners of this Los Angeles condo purchased the unit—which is located inside a building from the 1980s—it was showing its age. The couple called on Jenni Lauri of Lauri Design Studio to update the entire residence, including the primary bath. The designer gutted the room and reworked the layout, removing an unwanted tub and opting instead for a large shower with a bold antique brass-and-glass enclosure. A double vanity featuring Calacatta Viola marble is paired with
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a fluted-marble backsplash. The remaining wall surfaces are plaster—including the shower, which has a waterproof finish, and the doors of the walnut-lined linen closet. “It feels seamless, and the plaster lends a soft, organic touch,” says Lauri, who rounded out the neutral palette—a continuation of what’s found in the main living spaces—with a Moroccan wool rug, a plaster bench and vintage figurative artwork. “We tried to combine the couple’s love of a relaxed California look with the concept of
wabi-sabi,” says the designer. “These are busy people who travel often, so the primary suite is meant to be a cozy, Zen-like sanctuary.” In fact, according to Lauri, this idea of a more subdued, pared-back type of luxury is what many clients are gravitating toward these days. “The pandemic seems to have changed what people desire,” she continues. “Clients still want luxury, but in a more understated, organic manner, with neutral tones and materials.” lauridesignstudio.com
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The owners of this Miami apartment gave Sabrina Maclean of Hino Studio carte blanche when it came LOREM IPSUM DOLOR SIT AMET, to their powder room. The designer took full CONSECTETUR ADIPISCING advantage, ELIT working with both architect Antonio Sullo of Lisar and Navicon Construction to VIVAMUS ALIQUAM LIBERO VEL incorporate a barrel-vaulted ceiling—a move that NIBH ALIQUET, VITAE GRAVIDA. references arches throughout the unit. “It almost feels like a chapel,” explains Maclean, who W R I T T E N BY N A M E H E R E carried the home’s earthy palette into the space, P R O D U C E D BY N A M E H E R E selecting a Rule of Three marbleized wallpaper that complements the cement walls, Agape sink and brass Brizo fittings. “The architecture is the main protagonist here.” hinostudio.com
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MIXED METALS Kallista has teamed up with beloved hardware brand P.E. Guerin to create the One collection of hand-hammered brass bath fixtures made entirely at their historic New York foundry. The line—which includes widespread faucets, shower trims and a freestanding bath filler—is available in two dual-tone finishes: brushed French gold with nickel silver handles, and polished nickel with unlacquered brass handles. kallista.com
Two-century-old British brand Samuel Heath is catering to clients with a more contemporary sensibility with its newest collection, Forme. The line sports simple curves and is comprised of basin and bath taps, shower fittings and accessories in three profiles: Speed, with both lever and T-bar handles; Classic, with Art Deco−inspired levers and cross handles; and Oriel, with round knobs in a range of textures. The collection boasts nine metal finishes, including a matte-black chrome (shown here on the Speed Forme with T-bar handles). samuel-heath.com
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ROCK OUT Weighing in at 1,100 pounds, Waterworks’ new Alatri tub is carved from a block of either Prunella (shown), Carrara, Arabescato, Calacatta, Statuary or Bardiglio marbles and sports hand-finished details such as a stepped base and gently eased lip. waterworks.com
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After living in Southeast Asia for work and falling in love with the region’s wet rooms, the owner of this Mount Hood, Oregon, residence wanted to incorporate the idea into his primary bath. The client tapped StruckSured Interiors’ Samantha Struck, who coincidentally had also lived in Southeast Asia for some time. “We gelled over our experiences there,” Struck says. “The concept of a wet room is that the shower, toilet, tub and sink are all in one waterproof space. We went for a very Japandi aesthetic that feels minimal yet warm and organic.” Struck selected materials and tones that reflect the owner’s love of the outdoors, such as sage-green waterproof plaster, natural-wood accents and copper plumbing. “The plaster has a soap sealant that makes the walls feel like silk,” Struck notes. The result: a beautifully rich product with no maintenance. strucksured.com
SUBHED HERE Designer Samantha Struck of StruckSured Interiors transformed this Oregon primary bath into a wet room inspired by those found in Southeast Asia. The walls are waterproof plaster and the copper fixtures are by Watermark. A teak shelf is mounted above the Barclay tub.
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Much more than one of 50 states, Arizona is a superlative state of mind. From the ethereal beauty and natural splendor of the Sonoran Desert and Gila Mountains to the booming energy emanating from Phoenix and Tucson to the breathtaking majesty of the Grand Canyon and the unique history and heritage of its Native American communities, Arizona’s wide range of cultures, tastes, styles, landscapes and landmarks are inspiring a true creative renaissance. Turn the page to meet the designers, artists, artisans, builders, makers and craftspeople whose expert skills, innovative ideas and visionary talents are the driving force behind ARIZONA’S STATE OF EPIC DESIGN.
Partners: Cameron Custom | Candelaria Design Associates | Desert Foothills Landscape Distinctive Custom Cabinetry | Drewett Works | First Impression Ironworks | IMI Design Janet Brooks Design | Katherine Mueller Design | Kendle Design Collaborative Lindsey Schultz Design | Linear Fine Woodworking | MariaZInteriors | Robinette Architects Salcito Custom Homes | Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Showroom Scottsdale | Tate Studio Architects
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“We draw on our long-term relationships, construction savvy and deep local knowledge to build and remodel exceptional homes.”
AH, ARIZONA! •D escribe the current state of Arizona design. There’s been a large movement toward contemporary design, which I believe, when done well, is truly timeless and the perfect complement to our stunning desert terrain. • Define “best practices” and how they inspire your team. Best practices are systems and processes that become the heartbeat of an organization and allow it to thrive. The best processes are created by the team who’s executing them. Applying measurable metrics to those processes provides feedback for all involved and creates a sense of commitment. Our goal is to create systems and processes that provide an amazing client experience. • Which Arizona location inspires you most? I’ve always been inspired by the Encanto, Palmcroft and Willo District neighborhoods. The architecture is truly timeless. • How is Arizona’s amazing growth influencing your work? Because land has become limited in many sought-after locations, there has been a boom in both tear-down/new-builds and remodel work. To meet this demand, we’ve increased our staff. With that said, we are limiting the number of projects we take on so that we can provide each and every client with a highly-personalized experience.
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When a legacy of excellence is combined with expert skills, innovative ideals and a collaborative spirit, epic design is born. “I’m a fifth-generation Arizonan and the third to be involved in my family’s home-building business, Camelot Homes,” says Cameron Beckert, founder and managing director of Cameron Custom. “When Cameron Custom was launched, it was with a commitment to create epic projects based on our team’s unique ability to attract and collaborate with award-winning architects, interior designers and landscape architects.” That comprehensive approach is already yielding amazing results. “Our goal is to create homes that are luxurious and architecturally impressive, while providing a warm, welcoming sense,” she shares. “One of the best compliments I’ve received was from a prospective client who said they felt like our home hugged them when they walked through the front door.”
Above & Top Cameron Custom created this stunning North Scottsdale residence with interior design by PDI. Photography Jason Roehner
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“The very best residential architecture is now either built, under construction or on the boards right here in Arizona.”
EPIC PRINCIPALS • Describe your signature style and how you achieve it. “Purposeful and timeless. I love creating moments within a wellthought-out plan using light, symmetry and strong focal points as the basis for great design.” - Meredith Thomson • Where do you find inspiration? “When I enter a new space, I look for interesting details, both large and small. A photo, a sketch or a feature can be customized into a project and contribute something truly unique and powerful to the finished product.” - Tim Mathewson
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A strong sense of community and a commitment to teamwork play an essential role in epic Arizona design. This ideal not only inspired Mark Candelaria, AIA, when he founded Candelaria Design Associates in 1999, but remains a leading factor in his firm’s award-winning success. “Over the past
• Define “best practices” and how they motivate your team. “At CDA, ‘best practices’ evolve from our team’s shared mission and values, which include a passion for exceptional architecture and excellent client service. It’s just who we are.” - Evelyn Jung • What is the special sauce in Arizona design? “The fact that our design community is so connected. Groups like Arizona Residential Architects reinforce and encourage relationships and improve the practice of architecture, which fosters great design. It’s really quite special.” - Mark Candelaria
24 years, we’ve built an amazing team of 20 like-minded individuals, including my co-principals Meredith Thomson, AIA, Evelyn Jung and Tim Mathewson,” Candelaria says. Together, the team practices what they call the ‘Candelaria Process,’ which involves pooling their skills, passions and dedication on every project. “Our job is to give each client an epic design and an epic experience, with our final success being measured by how well we did with both parts of that dynamic,” Candelaria shares. “We take pride in our designs and know how much of an honor it is to help our clients create their dream homes.”
Top With multiple windows and decks that optimize the panoramic views, this modern mountain-style multilevel home is at one with nature. Photography Pearl Blossom Photography
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“We create highly-personal oases that reflect our clients’ dreams and connect seamlessly with Arizona’s unstoppable beauty.”
AN EPIC STATEMENT What do DFL’s discerning clients want right now? Jake Plocher explains, “They are looking for a true ‘WOW’ factor that is usable— pulling together incredible aesthetics with resort-style amenities. From pools to multitiered patios to pergolas, putting greens, fire and water features, outdoor kitchens and so much more, we design and install the total outdoor package. And the fact that we have exceptional environmental knowledge, unsurpassed installation expertise and a budget-conscious approach means that these mouth-watering landscapes are also possible and practical.”
GOOD WORK! “At Desert Foothills Landscape, best practices mean honesty, clarity, hard work and thinking long-term about our clients’ interests,” Plocher adds. “To achieve this, we instill these principles in our employees from the top down. This allows our entire team to work in unison to deliver landscapes that are both world-class and highly-personal with full-disclosure, up-front pricing and mindful planning and execution.”
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The allure of Arizona’s natural beauty draws creative minds and inspires epic design. A transplant by way of Saipan, Guam and Idaho, Jake Plocher is one of the many who’ve answered Arizona’s irresistible call. “After relocating here in 2010, I had to relearn a lot of landscaping and design elements specific to Arizona,” Plocher says. “But the inspiration I found in the beautiful, interesting and surprisingly colorful plants and cacti that thrive in southern Arizona’s desert climate is pure magic.” As the vice president of sales and lead designer at Desert Foothills Landscape, Plocher works with an awardwinning team that uses a collaborative approach to design, create and care for outdoor environments renowned for their artistry, function and sustainability. “We work handin-hand with our clients to understand their wants and needs so that we can deliver a landscape that exceeds their visions.”
Above Like stepping back in time, DFL combined Arizona boulders and flora with grand effect in this jaw-dropping Tuscan courtyard. Top The pool’s fluid lines and the undulating landscape perfectly complement and embrace Arizona’s natural drama. Bottom With Pinnacle Peak as a backdrop, Arizona desert botanicals nestled in the boulders form the foreground of this handsome backyard. Photography Brian Goddard
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“Our team will work in close collaboration with you to assure that your custom home is uniquely you.”
DISTINCTIVE INSIGHTS Poortinga answers burning design questions. • What is the key to balancing form and function? A great interior designer! They will work with you to learn your likes and dislikes and create a comprehensive vision that brings balance, form and function to your home.
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Exceptional quality, outstanding craftsmanship and a custom approach to design and construction are the keys to delivering great products that stand the test of time. For more than 16 years, Marc Poortinga and Mike Cook, owners of Distinctive Custom Cabinetry, have worked in close collaboration with their team of expert finishers, engineers, carpenters and installers to build a state-of-the art factory and respected firm that has become Arizona’s premier custom cabinet shop. Specializing in bespoke cabinetry, closets, millwork and more, each and every one of their products is made locally at their innovative workshop. With over 1,000 door styles and finishes to choose from at their impressive showroom, Distinctive Custom Cabinetry is able to customize anything that a client may want, need or imagine for their new home or remodel projects.
Top Brass and painted cabinetry elevates this home bar into the ultimate entertaining space, complete with wine and beverage storage, refrigerator drawers, an ice maker and a dishwasher. Right A two-person vanity with a sit-down make-up area blends perfectly in this spa-inspired primary bathroom. Far right An entertainer’s dream, this back pantry accommodates caterers during large parties or prep for homeowners any day of the week.
• Share the products and materials that are most indemand with your clients. Although rift-cut white oak is still popular, we are seeing a trend toward plain-sliced oak in a wide array of paint palettes. Our Alvic and Mirlux product lines are a creative way to provide large variations of color that complement wood’s natural beauty, while lending durability and cost savings.
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EPIC ARIZONA • Describe the current state of Arizona design. Arizona’s amazing leadership, great climate and emerging cultural centers lend a high level of refinement that attracts a sophisticated clientele, which our creative community has responded to with groundbreaking design and architecture. • What makes your designs and projects epic? Over the past few years, the scale, level, size and budgets of our projects have increased dramatically. In fact, on one recent project, nearly every inch was bespoke. To be able to work at that level of quality and detail is pretty epic. • How is Arizona’s unprecedented growth influencing your designs? Apart from the growing luxury home segment, we’ve been getting different project typologies and architectural commissions including net-zero builds and build-to-rent communities. These are a direct response to this surge in growth. We also have several multifamily infill projects, and I’m hopeful we’ll get more engaged in hospitality work. I love the idea of doing a boutique hotel with an authentic restaurant or a stylish speakeasy.
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Scottsdale’s cosmopolitan flair mixed with the magnetic mystique of the Sonoran Desert attracts visionary minds and souls, like C.P. Drewett. “After graduating from LSU, I decided to come to Phoenix,” the owner and principal architect at Drewett Works says. “Having family here was the initial draw, but in no time I fell in love with the desert’s energy and light.” In 2001, Drewett established his architecture firm, which quickly became an award-winning tour de force that’s continued to evolve and grow with the community. “When I moved here, we were a developer-driven retirement destination,” Drewett shares. “But over the past two decades a big shift has taken place, with design-savvy people arriving from around the world. My team has risen to the occasion with innovative designs that reflect our clients’ wants and needs and honor the beauty and complexity of our environment.”
Above A painted metal fascia band above a custom steel gate visually connects the main house and casita of this stunning Phoenix home. Top A priceless view of Camelback Mountain makes the kitchen and adjacent patio favorite gathering spots at this distinctive Phoenix residence. Bottom The homeowner’s desire for a modern, light-filled, clean-lined house was the impetus for this roofline’s razor-like forms, which both frame and protect. Photography Above by Werner Segarra; Top by Dino Tonn; Bottom by Jeff Zaruba
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ARIZONA EXCELLENCE • Describe the current state of Arizona design. All the amazing growth we’ve experienced over the past decade has brought an influx of diversity and has fostered an innovative spirit that is driving new ideas and an enhanced sense of collaboration within our art and design communities. • What makes your products truly epic? Each one of our custom iron doors and gates is a 100-percent American-made steel product that is designed and handcrafted here in Arizona. • What makes your company stand out in the industry? Our talented team of designers, iron artisans and installers who work together seamlessly to provide our clients with a custom experience that elevates both their homes and lifestyles.
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Epic design is found in the details. Since 1995, the award-winning team at First Impression Ironworks have been creating custom iron doors, gates, railings, staircases, sunscreens and any other iron amenity their clients envision. “Every one of our handcrafted iron pieces is custom-designed and built to the client’s exact specifications,” says Mark
GROWING + THRIVING “Our First Impression Ironworks family has grown to over 185 employees operating in nine buildings throughout Arizona,” Baraghimian shares. “Our manufacturing headquarters is in Gilbert and we welcome homeowners and design-build professionals to experience our showrooms and resource centers in Scottsdale, Gilbert and Litchfield Park.”
Baraghimian, CEO. “That means that no two of our designs are the same. We are, in fact, America’s number-one designer, manufacturer and installer of custom iron security and entry doors, and iron and wooden gates, which are produced right here in Arizona.” That exceptional level of skill, service and artistry allows Baraghimian and his team to create enduring pieces across a range of styles. “Whether contemporary or traditional, our custom iron designs are built to last a lifetime and meet the environmental challenges of our desert communities.”
“We’ve designed, built and installed over 300,000 custom iron doors, gates and products for Arizona’s most luxurious homes.”
Above This single-pivot Desert Contemporary iron entry door with sidelight and long diamond iron handle boasts sophisticated Euro-Flemish glass and an antique bronze faux finish. Top A classic transom, cigar handles, Raven oven-powder coated finish and clear glass with low-E film make this Contemporary XL Generations iron entry door a true showstopper. Left An automated rolling Iron and Wood gate in a textured Raven finish with composite wood slats is complemented by a matching pedestrian side gate, making entry both easy and elegant.
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“We believe in the power of truly great design to positively impact the lives of those we serve.”
THE POWER OF THREE What inspires great design? Anita Lang shares her guiding principles. • Appreciating what is appropriate for the vernacular and setting is important. I will take my design cues from local heritage and culture, native flora and fauna and the natural palette of the surrounding environment. • Honoring the architecture of a structure is something that sets IMI Design apart. I thrive on sculpting spaces with form and massing using authentic materials that bring integrity to a project. The structure is art, so getting the architectural details right is of utmost importance. • Recognizing the value of art and furnishings, I curate meaningful collections that are sophisticated and eclectic. That means I employ an educated eye for vintage pieces and great art, as well as a long resource list.
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Arizona’s unique topography inspires its own flavor when it comes to interior design. With a passion for that regional feel and immense talent, Anita Lang and her team at IMI Design invest deeply in each project. They are known for their creative and seminal spaces, as well as an understanding of each project’s individuality, from the site’s vernacular to the architecture to the client, who, Lang says, “is the ultimate impetus.” She continues, “No two projects ever look alike, because each job is to marry design principles with creative vision that will solve the problems of our individual clients. Bespoke design is understanding people and translating that into a beautiful, meaningful aesthetic that is representative of who they are.” While IMI Design’s portfolio conveys a consistency in the level of detailing, authentic materiality and meaningful curation, Lang and team offer one-of-a-kind environments.
Top This stunning bar space captures the natural elements and spirit of the desert, with its organic colors and materials. Photography Isaac Bailey
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“Arizona design focuses outward just as much as it does inward—it’s all about indoor-outdoor living. Here, good design marries the two.”
SECRETS TO SUCCESS In almost any design project, surprises will arise. Brooks has a clear three-pronged approach to managing these situations. She shares: • First, know that there will be a solution that is as good as, if not better, than the original plan. Work toward it! econd, forego ego and collaborate closely •S with the larger team to ensure the best possible outcome. • Third, put yourself in the client’s shoes, experience their feelings during the process and try to anticipate the bumps in the road.
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“I am a sponge for fresh design ideas,” Brooks shares. “The beauty of a bridge in a city I’m visiting could inspire a front door design. The colors of the earth out my plane window might drive a palette for a project, or the pattern of clouds in the sky could stir up thoughts about the play of light in a theater room with no windows. Creativity is all around us!”
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Ask any local what they love about Arizona, and the answer is likely to sound something like, “What isn’t there to love?” Between the natural beauty of the desert, the communities of high-end homes and amenities, the recreational opportunities and the bustling cityscapes, the Copper State leaves little to be desired. It was this incredible well of delight and inspiration that first drew Janet Brooks in. She moved to Scottsdale from Colorado in 1987, opened a second location for her firm, Janet Brooks Design, and the rest is a history of gorgeous homes. “Arizona is on fire design-wise,” she says. “We are enjoying opportunities to work with people who come here from all over the country, either to settle or enjoy a vacation home. The level of sophistication is inspiring, because our clients are bringing with them a passion for art, travel, family living and more.”
Above Nothing can compete with the view of Sedona’s Red Rocks, but a luscious guest bedroom does add to the experience. Top Intimate and comfortable, this space provides the homeowners with a special place to enjoy their morning coffee with the sun streaming through from the garden. Photography Above by Alexander Vertikoff; Top Courtesy of Joan Levinson
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“In Arizona, the creative community’s charm lies in our capacity to balance innovation and tradition.”
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For any creative, an inspiring natural surrounding can prove immensely influential. Katherine Mueller certainly finds this to be true. Speaking of her namesake firm, she says, “Our projects consistently showcase a harmonious interplay of modern design elements and organic beauty driven by the surroundings, whether the desert landscapes of Arizona or the lush ambience of Florida.” Of course, although their work around the country offers a plethora of landscapes by which to be inspired, there is something special about their home of Arizona. “I was born and raised in Flagstaff, and growing up among mountains and deserts alike built my appreciation for nature—and the design community mirrors this,” Mueller says. “They’re both dynamic, diverse and awe-inspiring.” Indeed, nothing about the local climate is ordinary, and Mueller’s designs aren’t either. “We immerse ourselves in the extraordinary.”
Asked to further detail her firm’s aesthetic leanings, Mueller points to a standout project: the Sunset View Remodel. “We embraced the tenets of organic, contemporary design, incorporating clean lines and minimalist forms while emphasizing natural materials. The color palette draws inspiration from the rich tones of the Arizona desert, with warm, earthy hues and soothing neutrals. The artwork and patterns reflect the landscape.”
DEFINING EPIC “A key element contributing to our designs’ ‘epic’ nature is our ability to produce 90 percent of our custom-designed furniture locally,” Mueller explains. “This empowers us with an unparalleled level of creativity and flexibility, which is important, because we believe no two spaces should be the same.” To that end, a deep commitment to listening, understanding and collaborating closely with each client is at the heart of the designer’s process.
Top This design showcases locallycrafted and custom-designed furniture and fabrics, as well as a textured glass chandelier above a grand custom dining table. Far left A freestanding tub and faucet serve as a focal point, drawing the eye, while dual vanities, neutral tones, a marble backsplash and ample lighting complete this luxury retreat. Left Elegance defines this powder room, where a custom steel divider creates chic separation. Photography Mike Myers of Myers Video Production
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A GOLDEN AGE When asked about the current state of Arizona design, Brent Kendle responded with great enthusiasm, “Arizona is experiencing a design and construction renaissance unlike anything I’ve seen in my 40-plus years of living here. With more and more people moving to Arizona from across the country and around the globe, our residential, commercial and institutional design and build communities are responding with a breathtaking level of talent, quality and innovation.”
TRULY EPIC DESIGN “To me, ‘epic’ is not about physical size, it’s about the size of imagination and innovation embodied in a lasting piece of architecture,” Kendle shares. “Although our Dancing Light house is modest by many standards, its impressive value—it recently sold for the highest price ever paid per square foot for an Arizona home at $2,017—is in the overall design. From the sculptural splendor of the exterior architecture to the organic elegance of the lofty, luminous interior spaces to the unique way the entire property celebrates nature, this timeless home connects its owners with the joy of desert living.”
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For some creative souls, Arizona’s epic allure is a birthright. While, for others like Brent Kendle, AIA, it is a life-changing discovery. “Growing up in the Chicago area, I moved to Arizona in 1978 to attend ASU—inspired by their then emphasis on passive solar design,” Kendle says. “After graduating, I returned to Illinois to design two passive solar homes, but quickly realized how much I missed Arizona’s beautiful weather, so back I came.” After two decades at a commercial design firm, he decided to take the plunge and open Kendle Design Collaborative. Since 2002, this Scottsdale-based practice has been at the forefront of modern custom residential design. “From the beginning, it’s been my goal to keep KDC small enough to weather the market’s ups and downs so that my team and I can continue doing what we love most, designing outstanding, one-of-a-kind homes.”
Above Layered walls of rammed earth, metal, concrete and glass create a playful mix of organic forms within a natural desert setting, while visually articulating the various functions within. Top A canopy of angled ceiling planes radiates outward toward the expansive mountain and city views, while defining the home’s various volumes. Bottom The social areas of this home are strategically positioned on the upper floor, maximizing views of the surrounding mountains and valley beyond. Photography Above by Alexander Vertikoff; Top by Jon Reid of Arch.Photos; Bottom by Kevin Brost
“Our clients wish to experience the place they live in a connected, emotional way that traditional design styles cannot accommodate. We design homes that harmonize with nature, celebrate their context and reflect the unique values of our clients. With every opportunity we strive to develop homes that transcend architectural style and become timeless – an authentic reflection of their place and time” – Brent Kendle, AIA, LEED AP
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“Each individual possesses a unique essence, and it is our mission to curate bespoke, soulful spaces that reflect their distinct style.”
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In Arizona, a common denominator can be found in the stories of many locals: they’ve lived in a lot of places and landed on this as their favorite. Such was the case for Lindsey Schultz, who attended Arizona State University, but would go on to pursue her interior design degree in Chicago and live in San Diego for a year before deciding she was meant to settle in her first college home. Today, she and her team at Lindsey Schultz Design work on projects throughout the country, but their Arizona home remains a major source of inspiration. “I love all of the open desert,” Schultz says. “It is peaceful and uplifting.” With ample projects in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Flagstaff and beyond, she certainly has the opportunity to enjoy the diverse beauty of the state—and the people. “We have such a rich variety of talent and specialized artisans all around Arizona.”
Asked to share her signature style, Schultz reframes the idea. “I have never liked that question, because I love designing in various aesthetics. Design doesn’t have to, nor should it, fit into a singular labeled box. Good design needs to reflect the personalities and lifestyle of those who will inhabit the space, and for it to have depth, it must be imbued with multiple inspirations. I would be bored if I always designed in the same style, and I want my soul to be on fire when I’m designing.”
BEHINDTHE-SCENES TREND Although her design approach hinges on personalization, Schultz notes one trend that captivates all. “Most of my clients love to entertain, so back kitchens have become a big priority when designing their new homes. These allow caterers to work out of sight and are wonderful for the heavy cooking of the holiday season.”
Top Sophisticated layering of textures and patterns creates an inviting great room at this client’s second home in Pine Canyon, Flagstaff. Far left This space harnesses the spirit of the Southwest in a fresh and modern way. Left This primary bedroom in a second home reflects a new twist on Southwest design. Photography Isaac Bailey
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A CUT ABOVE What makes Linear Fine Woodworking unique? Allan Rosenthal shares his insights. • Artistry: We are the rare custom manufacturer that produces veneer panels in-house. This, along with the large variety of rare wood species and grain figures we carry, truly sets us apart. • Service: We are good listeners and extremely attentive to each client’s wants and needs. This approach combined with our impeccable quality and attention to detail elevates our clients’ lives. • Innovation: Recently, we’ve expanded operations and made significant investments in new machinery and technology and are currently in the process of building a new showroom where our clients can experience our wide range of veneers, grain-matching techniques, customizations and finishes firsthand.
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“Our inspiration comes from the groundbreaking projects we work on and the talented partners we collaborate with,” Rosenthal shares. “Looking at all of the new projects going on around us and important landmarks like the Arizona Science Center, the Phoenix Art Museum and the iconic homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, Vernon Swaback and Al Beadle, is also very inspiring.”
Woodworking, Allan Rosenthal, shares a lifelong passion for groundbreaking design and attention to detail with his award-winning team. “Quality craftsmanship is our trademark,” Rosenthal says. “We not only strive for excellence in the beautiful custom furniture and millwork we create but in the trust we build with every client.” A commitment to innovation is another important aspect of LFW’s exceptional work. “Our investment in the latest machines and the best materials is the key to our uniquely stunning pieces,” Rosenthal adds. “Mixing time-tested craftsmanship, trailblazing CAD technology and state-of-the-art equipment allows us to create fine woodworking products with meticulous care and precision.”
Top Custom Emberwood millwork, cabinetry and lighting fixtures constructed with book, sequence and end-matched exotic veneers create a luxurious oasis that is cleverly connected to an adjacent seating area and bathroom via a secret door. Photography Design By Theory Media
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“Mother Nature is my teacher. We have such an inspiring climate, flora and fauna here in Arizona.”
SOURCES OF VISION “Our industry is intricate, and we designers are the conductors while everyone involved is a musician,” Zambrano says. “I travel to get inspired and go to markets because I want to test the products and see the inventory of the manufacturers. All of this brings a very curated style of design, which the client appreciates.”
COPPER STATE ICONS Asked which of Arizona’s architectural treasures she most adores, Zambrano says, “One of my favorite buildings is Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, located in Old Town Scottsdale. The use of natural materials and the simplicity of the building is magnificent. Another I love is Taliesin West. Again, the materials and seamless transitions to the outside continuously inspire me.”
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In Arizona, an ever-thriving community of sister cities—namely Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Phoenix—continues to delight longtime residents and draw new ones in. It also means that design is versatile and vibrant. Just ask Maria Zambrano. After moving from her home of Buenos Aires, Argentina, to Phoenix, the designer discovered a creative scene in which she could soar. In June of 2021, she opened MariaZInteriors, with an office centrally located between those big three iconic Arizona locales. “Our style is one that mixes old with new, the alpha with the omega, and this suits the preferences and aesthetics here,” Zambrano shares. “I love a classical architectural space furnished with contemporary pieces. The Wabi Sabi style is my favorite, because the beauty of the imperfect leads. This invites a space to breathe, making it harmonious, tranquil and inviting.”
Above The play of shadows in this space is beautiful, especially on the plastered wall that looks like rammed earth. Top Native American pottery and natural materials, along with the textured wall and floor, are elements that make this space ambient. Bottom This kitchen and bar were made entirely with paldao wood. The cabinetry is by Linear Fine Woodworking, and the total effect invites entertaining. Photography Above & Top by Kendel Green; Bottom by Scott Sandler
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“Studying classic and cutting-edge designs helps us respond to sites in more innovative, favorable ways.”
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When Ron Robinette founded Robinette Architects in 1984, his goal was to create a firm specializing in unique custom homes and to become a design leader in Southwest Arizona. Thanks to his signature ability to integrate his design expertise with a client’s wants and needs—all within the context of a property’s unique situation—he has earned top honors for his work. As an Arizona native, Robinette has an innate appreciation for how to live in and with the desert environment and to see opportunities where others see problems. “We have been fortunate to experience steady growth that mirrors the amazing community we live in,” he says. “It also helps that we live in a place that is rugged, beautiful and offers a rich, ongoing well of influences and inspiration.”
CUTTING-EDGE CLASSICS “Although there are new materials and products to integrate into our designs and incorporate into our clients’ homes, the basic tenets of good design have not changed since the first architects created their first dwellings,” Robinette shares. These include … • Firmness: The foundation and building blocks of any well-designed, high-quality home.
• Commodity: Homes that are highly functional and responsive to their settings and surrounding environment.
• Delight: Visually appealing designs that inspire people to live their best lives and create lasting memories.
Above A series of horizontal roof planes and “eyebrows” provide summer shade for all exterior openings. Top left The Ramada House, a contemporary Tucson residence, is “carved” into the natural terrain in a box canyon in the Catalina Mountains. Top right The overhangs of this expansive outdoor patio, one of three, were designed to maximize shade in the summer and warm up in the winter.
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Groundbreaking Arizona design is a unique blend of traditional forms, contemporary functions, organic materials and innovative features firmly rooted in the stunning landscape. As president and second-generation owner of Scottsdale-based Salcito Custom Homes, Anthony Salcito inspires all of his award-winning homes with these assets and ideals. “Since 1978, we have been setting the standard in luxury custom home construction,” Salcito says. “Our projects are distinctly built with the highest quality materials and are unmistakable in their fit, finish and timelessness.” This high level of invariable excellence has won Salcito a number of repeat clients. “From Paradise Valley to Sedona, we’ve built six homes for one family and we were recently asked to do a seventh,” Salcito shares. “Being rehired time and again is an honor and the best feedback we could ever receive.”
AWARD-WINNING AESTHETICS “In 2020, my personal home won our architect, PHX Architecture, a Luxe RED Award in the regional Classic/Traditional Architecture category. It was also featured in the January/ February 2020 Arizona issue of Luxe Interiors + Design, and my wife Rebecca designed the interiors. I think our home is a great represen-
tation of our design aesthetic—comfortable, hip and modern with touches of timeless luxury,” Salcito says. “As the head of Salcito Design Group, Rebecca specializes in opulent fixtures and finishes and custom pieces that make each environment feel unique. Her style perfectly complements the homes we build.”
Above This bird’s-eye view of Salcito’s latest modern Mediterranean estate in North Scottsdale showcases their extensive expertise. Top left Viewed from the pool cabana, this rural Mediterranean estate is an architectural treasure. Top right From the foyer to the fire pit, twilight is an ideal time to enjoy the stunning views from this modern Mediterranean estate in Silverleaf, Scottsdale.
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“Our showroom is an immersive experience that is designed to help you realize your future kitchen’s infinite possibilities.”
ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE When it comes to performance, design and customer care, Sub-Zero, the food preservation specialists, Wolf, the cooking specialists and Cove, the cleaning specialists, are of one mind. With products made of premiumgrade materials, tested to perform for decades, thoughtfully and beautifully designed and backed by the dedication of their family-owned company, the Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove team strives to deliver a stunning, high-performing kitchen that allows homeowners to embrace every delicious moment of life.
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Epic kitchen design begins with the expert guidance, innovative ideas, exceptional materials and
“Whether you visit our showroom virtually or in person, you will be paired with a dedicated consultant who will help with every phase of your project,” the team shares. “From gathering inspiration to getting the most out of your carefully selected Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove appliances once they arrive at your home, we provide best-in-class products and services that enhance your quality of life.”
visionary inspiration that true professionals provide. Hence, the savvy team at the Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Showroom in Scottsdale is excited to help homeowners and design pros elevate the family kitchen to new heights of beauty, function and convenience. “The Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Showroom is not an ordinary shopping trip,” the Scottsdale team says. “It is an all-encompassing experience that invites you to envision your dream kitchen. More than 16 local designers and cabinet shops are featured throughout the showroom, creating a space that is not only inspiring, but showcases the outstanding talent of the Arizona design community.” The showroom also welcomes visitors to test and try appliances to their heart’s delight and attend chef-led product demonstrations to see appliances in action.
Top This showroom kitchen vignette was designed by Est Est Interior Design, with millwork by Cabinets by C&F. Bottom Designed by Studio V Interior Architecture & Design, this kitchen vignette in the showroom features millwork by Burdette Cabinet Co.
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A CREATIVE COMMUNITY “Tate Studio Architects works with a number of regional artists, artisans and galleries to place unique cultural production in our homes and projects,” Tate shares. “We’ve also formed strong relationships with a curated network of highly-skilled craftsmen and design professionals—cabinetmakers, framers, landscapers and more—whose skills and talents add to the collective portrait that is each home’s design.”
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While Tate Studio Architects takes great inspiration from projects they’re involved in both locally and across the United States, welcoming newcomers to Arizona brings them particular joy. Tate explains, “We find that most of our clients who move here from out of state bring a high level of sophistication in their understanding of good architecture and what makes an exceptional home. These homeowners have been a great fit for the way our studio works, as they appreciate our sensitivities to the local environment.”
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Arizona’s vibrant history, stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage invites and inspires creative souls. With roots in Oklahoma and Texas, Mark Tate, principal architect at Tate Studio Architects, moved to Arizona in the late 70s to attend Arizona State University and never looked back. “I opened my residential architecture and design firm 16 years ago to create homes and environments that are as unique as the sites they’re built on and the people who live there,” Tate says. “Nestled at the base of the Black Mountains in Cave Creek, our studio’s location provides scenic desert views and a host of local shops, restaurants and galleries that energize our work and expand our vision.” That open-minded approach has resulted in award-winning designs across a broad spectrum of styles. “At Tate Studio Architects, we create forms and aesthetics that are tailored to our clients’ locales and lifestyles.”
“Each project is a unique opportunity to forge something that has never been done before.”
Above An Alex Turco Bamboo Forest in Gold panel, a floating black lacquer vanity, vessel bowl and floor-toceiling window frame an unobstructed view of the natural desert landscape. Top A masonry natural stone tile and metal fireplace anchors the patio beneath a sculptural steel trellis. Left This cozy black media room with an inviting built-in bar utilizes state-of-the-art acoustic materials on the walls and ceiling. Photography CJ Gershon Photography
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Architecture: Mark Candelaria and Meredith Thomson, Candelaria Design Associates Interior Design: Wendy Black Rodgers, Wendy Black Rodgers Interiors Home Builder: John Schultz, Schultz Development Corp. Landscape Architecture: Jeff Berghoff, Berghoff Design Group
PET PROJECT A Santa Barbara-style oasis caters to the needs of a young couple and their entire menagerie.
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hen working with young homeowners, designers often come to expect certain requests: guest rooms for friends, a nice layout for entertaining, a a game room, potential space for an expanding family. For this particular 30-something Paradise Valley couple, designer Wendy Black Rodgers was tasked with devising a comfortable, eclectic plan for all the above but also fielded a more unusual ask: accommodating their brood of animals. “We’re huge dog people, so we knew everything needed to be rock solid—bomb proof, more or less,” the husband says. He and his wife, who are heavily involved in animal welfare, have goats, geese, ducks, about a hundred chickens and four dogs on the property. When they throw a party, 10 dogs might attend. “Durable finishes were the most important design request,” Rodgers notes. Luckily, the couple’s preference for Santa Barbara style in the vein of architect George Washington Smith, with its brick and iron accents, stone floors, dark wood, and handmade Moroccan tile, suited the challenge perfectly. Having grown up in Arizona, the homeowners were familiar with Rodgers’ designs. “Wendy has a similar taste to my own,” the wife says. “I’ve always loved the Moroccan, old-world style, while keeping things funky and not too serious.” Architects Meredith Thomson and Mark Candelaria, as well as general contractor John Schultz, were also brought on board for the new construction. “The owners have a great appreciation for authenticity,” Thomson notes. “Their parents both have a love for architecture and art, so they were raised with it.” The two-story house, organized around a central kitchen, is built on five acres with views of Camelback and the McDowell Mountains. Landscape designer Jeff Berghoff appointed the extensive property with plantings that transition from lush near the house to more native, like the cactus garden with pea gravel passages. “It’s a special way to weave through the rest of the grounds,” Berghoff says, which include barns, herb and vegetable gardens, a golf course chipping area, and a pond. Covered patios off the great room, kitchen and primary bedroom provide southwest views
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toward Camelback. “The shape of the house itself was patterned after Spanish homes with little indoor-outdoor courtyards,” Candelaria explains. Additional architectural nods to the style include Moorish arches and ironwork, particularly the stair railing. “George Washington Smith was really known for his railing details, so we spent a lot of time with Wendy mocking up the design,” Schultz says. “We wanted to make sure it had an elegant feel.” Rodgers’ involvement from the outset informed her plans for the interiors. “I made sure the home had clean lines in order to mix traditional Spanish antique furnishings with a more contemporary look,” she says. The designer anchored the abode with dark, weighty wood case goods, many of them Moroccan, featuring moucharaby (carved latticework), or Syrian, with bone inlay. Lighting also comes from Morocco, as well as Mexico. In the dining room, a collection of overhead lanterns from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, and vintage moucharaby panels on custom cabinetry built into a Moorish arch niche exemplify the mix. Carved-wood accents appear throughout: on an entry bench, in several bathroom vanities and on a pair of chests that flank the great room fireplace. The primary bedroom boasts antique Syrian camel-bone inlay doors and an intricately hand-carved black mahogany bed. It’s a modified king plus extra-long twin, providing ample room for visits from the couple’s two mastiffs, who have their own custom-designed dog bed upholstered in rich green velvet. Of course, a home designed for zoophiles wouldn’t be complete without some animalistic accents. A Mexican dog sculpture sits at the base of the stairs, while a cheetah-print rug in the game room and tiger-covered wallpaper in a powder room add charming feline touches. Reptilian nods are also found throughout thanks to serpentine rugs in the foyer and a guest room as well as the primary bedroom’s snake door handles. To ensure the dwelling stands the test of time, Rodgers notes that the “structure works with a number of design styles” in the event that, as the couple grows together, their Spanish Colonialleaning tastes change. But so far, the pair couldn’t be happier in their dream home, beloved by them, their family and social circle, as well as their many furry and feathered friends.
A glass-and-steel Visionmakers International door makes for a light-filled entry, where a Moroccan bench from Tierra Del Lagarto and Visual Comfort & Co. pendant set the tone for the Santa Barbara-inspired design. The Schumacher serpent rug is one of many nods to the animal kingdom.
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Above: Over the kitchen’s retractable window from Sienna Custom Window & Door—a feature specifically requested by the homeowners—are Rejuvenation light fixtures. Leather stools by Home Trends & Design line the mesquite island. The zellige tile backsplash is from Thomas Tile & Stone. Opposite: Patio chaises by On the Veranda and Lloyd Flanders swivel chairs from Inside/Out Showrooms overlook the pool by Sarto Pools. For the landscaping, Jeff Berghoff installed lush florals and green foliage.
Above: A pair of antique bone-inlay doors from Syria, found at Indus Design Imports, open to the primary bedroom, where a custom dog bed fabricated by Furniture Design Solutions abuts a Noir mahogany bed. The swivel chairs are CB2. Opposite: Green penny tile from Thomas Tile & Stone clads a Moorish arch in one of the powder rooms. Beneath is a vintage Indian damchiya (dowry chest) from Tierra Del Lagarto topped with quartzite from Stockett Tile & Granite Company.
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The patio is anchored by a Moroccan sofa and Indian takhat—or daybed—used as a coffee table, both from Tierra Del Lagarto. Anthropologie chairs swivel toward views of Camelback’s Praying Monk.
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ell all the truth, but tell it slant.” Like the famed Emily Dickinson poem implies, so much of the artistic pursuit lies in revealing beauty by reframing it. Artist Jason Adkins takes this adage to heart, creating mixed-media sculptures and gestural oil paintings that toy with viewers’ expectations. In the squint of an eye, loose swaths of color churn into sensorial visions of nature, while liquidlike sculptures belie their solid structure. “I want to give the viewer somewhat firm ground to walk on but then skew that view through abstraction,” says Adkins of his collective works. “I like to knock them off their chair a bit.” The artist’s first explorations began on the canvas, pushing the physicality of oil paint to evoke visceral childhood memories of nature: the softness of morning mist, sharp blades of grass and the damp, earthy scent of soil. “The thicker my painting got, the more I started getting into sculpture,” the artist says. Inevitably, his sculptures’ painterly shapes “force me back into painting.” He cycles between both mediums inside his North Phoenix studio. For his nature-inflected abstracts, Adkins uses brushes alongside improvised tools like trowels to paint wet on wet, because “I love the way everything slides together to form one composition,” he explains. Adkins’ sculptures employ more unconventional media to achieve the same animated physicality. His rippled wall reliefs use metallic vinyl, a material just malleable enough to “manipulate into something solid and formidable while retaining its softness and fluidity,” the artist says. Adhering the fabric to a panel, he then melds it into an organic shape before the glue dries. “I like the idea of making natural forms out of a material that looks so completely unnatural,” he says. For his ethereal draped sculptures, Adkins heats acrylic glass sheets so they become flexible. Then, the artist explains, he has “only 10 seconds before the material starts to harden” to mold it into his desired form. The high-stakes process imbues the final piece with a sense of life, creating specters that seem to drift about of their own accord. Adkins often thinks of those first moments when someone sees his work on display, wondering “what will draw someone to them in a room,” he notes. Their gravitational pull ultimately lies in their promise that there is always something more than meets the eye.
Whether manipulating metallic vinyl (opposite), molding heated acrylic glass into ghost-like silhouettes (left) or experimenting with paint’s sculptural abilities (below), Jason Adkins’ work plays with the concept of form.
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Bird’s-Eye View Perched atop a cliff, a modernist Scottsdale abode draws the gaze in every direction. 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 E R I C K R U K
Architecture: Tor Stuart, ArchitecTor, PC Interior Design: Amy Klosterman, AB Design Elements Home Builder: Emilio LoCascio, Gemini Development Corp.
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Outfitted with dark oak cabinetry accented by white quartz countertops, the kitchen exemplifies this combination of influences. Its large-scale porcelain tile flooring flows into the living space, where a neutral sofa and two pairs of armchairs create a convivial conversation area in front of the double-sided floating fireplace, for which Klosterman selected a veiny taupe-colored marble that complements the earthy color scheme. “It’s a style defined by livable luxury and a natural desert palette,” she says. On one side of the room, a modern ring chandelier illuminates a black baby grand piano located near tall corner windows that perfectly frame a giant boulder just outside. “The boulders look like they might roll into the house,” Stuart muses. “It creates an incredibly dynamic scenery where you’re really drawn toward the gravity of the situation.” Just as impactful was the blend of materials and textures that create “layers of complexity that aren’t one note,” Klosterman says. The waterfall-style bar in the living area, for instance, features a mix of leathered marble countertops, porcelain backsplash tile, and glass shelves suspended from the ceiling by brass tubes. Outfitted with cove lighting and illuminated shelving, “it glows,” the designer notes. Flowing outside through a wall of sliding glass doors, the living area connects to the poolside patio, which includes a double-sided floating stone fireplace, covered outdoor kitchen and an adjacent sun room with corner glass doors that can be opened fully or closed depending on the strength of the warm mountain breezes. But perhaps Klosterman’s favorite place to take in the views is the office, where corner doors are employed once again to truly immerse the space in the landscape. There, a pair of midcentury chairs covered in a mustard velvet coexist peacefully with a brassframed wooden desk, while a sculpture that resembles stacked stones adds a touch of whimsy that befits the desert surroundings. Overjoyed with the result, the owners are looking forward to spending winters in their new abode. “They often said, ‘This is a home we want to live in. We’re not trying to impress people,’ ” Klosterman notes. “They wanted to relax and feel comfortable. That’s what we gave them.”
Architect Tor Stuart, designer Amy Klosterman and general contractor Emilio LoCascio collaborated on creating this contemporary stone-clad Scottsdale abode. Towering saguaro cacti, sculptural native shrubs and mammoth boulders define its entrance.
Vanguard Furniture swivel chairs from Alexander Sinclair and Charleston Forge barrel chairs join a custom sofa in front of the living room’s marble fireplace fabricated by Papagno’s Marble & Granite, Inc. The rug is by Davis & Davis.
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Porcelain floor tile from Facings of America flows from the alfresco kitchen and dining area into the sun room, enhancing the connection between indoors and out. Klosterman sourced the furnishings from Inside/ Out Showrooms. The island is Aspen granite from The Stone Collection.
“ When you have such an expansive connection to the views, the interior should be quieter.” –A M Y K LO S T E R M A N
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Above: Seating, ottomans and side tables from Inside/Out Showrooms rest atop a rug from Underfoot Flooring in the sun room. Western Window Systems walls from Elevation Window & Door open to create an open-air poolside patio. Opposite: The 25-foot-long swimming pool sports an angular design that reflects the roofline. “It directs your eye toward the twinkling city lights and creates a strong focal point throughout the house,” Stuart notes.
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Above: On the vanity wall of the billiards powder bath, cold-rolled steel is flanked by fluted walnut panels, both by Patina Yard. Granite from The Stone Collection tops the cabinetry by Cutting Edge Woodworking. Left: An RH desk faces Thayer Coggin lounge chairs from Alexander Sinclair that add a pleasing pop of color to the office. The sculpture by Janet Orr from Costello Gallery references the surrounding environment.
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This Paradise Valley home evokes Moorish Spain while celebrating the Sonoran landscape. W R I T T E N B Y M A I L E P I N G E L | P H O T O G R A P H Y BY I S A AC B A I L E Y
Architecture: Don Nulty, Don Nulty AIA, Inc. Interior Design: Dana Lyon and Mollie Bradish, The Refined Group Home Builder: John Arabia and Ruth Arabia, Casa Blanca Builders Landscape Architecture: Jeff Berghoff, Berghoff Design Group
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style corona chandeliers and Moroccan lanterns. Because of the home’s large scale, Lyon, working closely with lead designer Mollie Bradish, created numerous bespoke furnishings, such as the 16-foot-long sofa ottoman in the family room, and sourced monumental pieces, like the 11-foot Moroccan doors that act as a headboard in the primary bedroom. The designer and her clients, an active family recently transplanted to Arizona, also sought eyecatching artworks for the home, finding abstract pieces by John Swincinski and David Dauncey. “I like to approach a room by asking ‘What’s the hero of the space?’ ” Lyon says. “You’ve got to know what to look at when you walk in—whether it’s a great piece of furniture or a painting—so that your eye isn’t racing all over. That really helps create a calming effect.” This grounded nature fosters an especially warm welcome for the owners’ friends and family. Designed with eight armchairs encircling a coffee table, the living room evokes what Lyon calls “a campfire feel,” while the smaller of the two dining areas features a corner fireplace for cozy, intimate gatherings. The outdoor spaces invariably beckon visitors, too. Landscape designer Jeff Berghoff filled the garden with broad pathways for strolling and even supplied special tags to identify the plantings for curious guests. “Five acres can be overwhelming, so we needed to be strategic, sensitive and water wise,” Berghoff says. “The owners wanted the gardens to be usable, so the design is really a desert adaptation of Mediterranean style. There are narrow lawns by the pool for stretching after the gym; stylized groupings of aloes, saguaros and succulents for visual interest; a pickleball court; and even a citrus and vegetable garden.” Crowning the home is a covered rooftop terrace. “Up there, you can see the mountains in all their glory while getting a good view of the gardens,” he adds. “We really unlocked the possibilities of this site,” Nulty says. From its Andalusian influences to its resort-like feel, the dwelling embodies vacation spirit. “It’s truly all inclusive,” Lyon adds. “You needn’t ever leave!”
Between the primary bedroom and office, architect Don Nulty and designer Dana Lyon created a gallerylike space with a window seat to take in the view. The David Dauncey paintings, commissioned through Costello Gallery, are illuminated by Ralph Lauren Home picture lights.
Above: In the guest lounge, a painting by Palmer Saylor III overlooks a custom sofa upholstered in Holly Hunt fabric. Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams armchairs and side tables surround a Harbour coffee table. Underfoot is a rug by Ben Soleimani. Opposite: A beehive fireplace warms a small dining area. The French limestone table base from Studio Ressource wears a custom top by Peter Thomas Designs. Perennials-upholstered chairs and a chandelier from Hinkley’s Lighting round out the space.
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Above: Thick-cut quartz atop custom cabinetry by Rysso Peters adds a sense of luxury to the kitchen. Behind the Blanco sink and Waterworks faucet, light filters in through Riviera Bronze steel windows. Opposite: Stools covered in a Holly Hunt fabric line the kitchen island, above which is a Visual Comfort & Co. pendant from Sun Lighting. The range was found at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, and the backsplash tile is by Waterworks.
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Above: Crafted by D&B Elite Carpentry, the library’s ceiling draws inspiration from a 1920s design by California architect George Washington Smith. The space is furnished with a desk fabricated by Peter Thomas Designs, rug from Azadi Fine Rugs and chandelier from Hinkley’s Lighting. Opposite: Just off the library, a patio fronts the pool built by Mossman Brothers Pools. Sutherland chairs from Town surround a teak table by Peter Thomas Designs topped with tile from Tierra Del Lagarto. The Visual Comfort & Co. pendant is from Sun Lighting.
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Above: Upholstered in a Jab Anstoetz fabric, the custom chaise offers a tranquil spot to view the garden from the primary bedroom. The Jan Barboglio floor lamps were found at The Collector’s House. Opposite: Behind the Nobilis-upholstered bed are Moroccan doors from Tierra Del Lagarto. The Made Goods nightstands are topped with Ralph Lauren Home lamps, and the custom bench is by Peter Thomas Designs. A Visual Comfort & Co. chandelier presides above.
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