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Forward

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Original

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Make Me Blush
Fall in love with these rosecolored home decor accents.

PHOENIX Foursome

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What to do, where to go,
what to see and who to know
from our sister publication,
PHOENIX magazine.

Readers’ Choice 2024
See the results of our annual
poll for the best local design
resources, shops and services.

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An interior designer
transforms a dark, dated
townhome into a bright,
happy haven.

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Pantry Perfection

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Expand your kitchen’s
capabilities by crafting a
multifunctional pantry.

Three Questions

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108

Well-Read
Five home and gardening
books to add to your reading
list.

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History

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Window Shopping:
Studio Artise

Grow

Let the Sunshine In

Your queries answered by
Valley design pros

Tools of the Trade
Doffing our cap to the
Valley’s most prolific hat
maker

A new home decor
showroom offers a global
perspective and a modern
organic luxe aesthetic.

Design

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Figuratively Speaking
Artist Michael Carson’s
masterworks capture the
beauty of the human form.

Meet the Mexicali Rose
Consider this fiery fairy
duster for a riot of color that
lasts from spring to fall.

A Modern Point of View
A Paradise Valley outdoor
living space softens the
boundaries between
structured and scenic.

Garden Solutions
Our new gardening
contributor seeds a fresh
perspective on planting.

Fab 4: Winter Blooms
Vibrant desert natives that
will enliven your garden
year-round

Cactus Counterculture
How the Desert Botanical
Garden forever changed the
world’s perception of desert
plants.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Pop the champagne! Cue the ticker-tape parades, dancing in the streets,
trumpets and fireworks. A celestial chorus would be a nice touch—does that cost extra? We’ve
got a lot to celebrate in this issue.
Every year since 1990, Phoenix Home & Garden has recognized individuals with our highest
honor: Masters of the Southwest designation. On the pages ahead, it is our great pleasure to
present five exemplary people who join the most respected ranks of honorees who have preceded

them in this distinction. Each of the inductees is not only among the Valley’s best in their areas
of expertise, but they have also earned the respect and praise of their constituents and peers—no

easy feat in a market where competition is fierce and standards are very high.

JESSE RIESER

JOIN US IN SALUTING THE “CLASS OF 2024”:

Architect C. P. DREWETT, Drewett Works
Builder GREG HUNT, GM Hunt Builders
Interior designer JAIMEE ROSE, Jaimee Rose Interiors
Landscape architect MARY ESTES, Norris Design
Mexican tile pioneer PHIL SHELTON, Handcrafted Tiles Inc.
Their stories begin on Page 126. We are confident you will see why they are richly deserving
of being feted.

With this issue, we are also excited to introduce you to a new contributor. Known far and wide
as the AZ Plant Lady, horticulturist Noelle Johnson is now helming our Garden Checklist. We

have felt for some time that this essential department needed to be deadheaded, pruned, watered
and allowed to grow to its fullest potential, and Noelle did not hesitate to roll up her sleeves and
dig right in. Look for approachable information that is relatable, relevant, useful and proven,

and know that you have a new ally in making your Southwest landscape flourish. Raise a glass
to Noelle’s PH&G debut, beginning on Page 108.

And speaking of notable milestones, Phoenix’s own Desert Botanical Garden is currently
celebrating its 85th birthday. Don’t miss writer Douglas C. Towne’s historic profile of DBG on
Page 65, and you’ll have an even greater appreciation for this treasured landmark.

JOHN ROARK
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FORWARD

Make Me Blush

From red-hot crimson to
pretty-in-pink (with a
few Valentines thrown in
for good measure), here are
our rosy favorites for spring.

Handcrafted in Stoke-on-Trent,
England, of fine bone china, “Kissing
Couple” by Melody Rose is available
in dinner, salad and side plates
with a 22-karat burnished gold rim.
Dishwasher-friendly and durable
enough for everyday use. Dinner
plate: approx. 10.5" in diameter;
salad plate: approx. 9" in diameter;
side plate: approx. 7" in diameter;
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Designer Kara Mann took her inspiration from a bracelet
when creating the Bangle Dirty Rose Glass Decorative
Bowl, which imparts a refreshing splash of rosé indoors
or out. 2"H by 10" in diameter. $80 (cb2.com)

Based on a back-East
country antique, the
Heart Stool by Mulligan’s
brings love to your home.
The complex finish
incorporates different
shades of red in the
staining process. 19"H by
12.5" in diameter. To the
trade (johnbrooksinc.com)

A sleek celebration of the human
form, the Red Boy Sculpture is
poised to draw attention with his
contemporary, heroic silhouette.
11"H by 16"W by 6"D. $169
(copenhagenliving.com)

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Light and shadow play
perfectly together in
the Solfire Outdoor
Metal Fire Pit, shown
here in pipinghot Cayenne. The
midcentury vibe will
inspire gathering, even
on our coldest winter
nights. Available in
propane or natural gas
models, with optional
tabletop cover for
added functionality
when not in use. 17"H
by 24", 30" and 36" in
diameter. From $1,950
(shopboxhill.com)

A favorite of collectors worldwide since
1994, Sid Dickens handmade, pouredplaster Memory Blocks are prized for their
exquisite detail. 8"H by 6"W. $125 each
(feathersdesign.com)

Radiating heat in San Marzano
red, the Viking freestanding
Tuscany Range offers three
high-performance burner
configurations, electronic singlepoint spark ignition, a side-swing
oven door, soft-close glide
storage drawer and eight cooking
functions, including convection
bake, broil, defrost and proof.
35.875"H by 48"W by 28.875"D.
Starting at $26,169 (ferguson.com)

Handmade by Phoenix artist Judith Amiel-Bendheim, these
charming bowls feature carved matte exteriors with cheerful
glazed, bubblegum-pink interiors. 2.5"H by 6"W. $42 each
(ceramicsbyjudith.com)

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The perfect gift for a special
someone, Puffy Hearts of
brecciated jasper—a mineral
said to be rich in metaphysical
and healing properties—are a
lasting expression of friendship,
appreciation and devotion.
Approximately 2" in diameter.
$19 (rareearthgallerycc.com)

The Illume LED Mini Pendant features an Art Deco-inspired stacked
geometric silhouette of colored glass, natural marble and jade
paired with winter brass fittings. 24"L by 6.25" in diameter. $1,078
(valleylights.com)

Sensuous and steamy, the Wysiwyg Love Seat by Vladimir Kagan
brings a sexy carmine kiss to any contemporary interior. 35"H by
71"W by 44"D. To the trade (johnbrooksinc.com)

Inspired by a 1970s reversepainted glass antique found
in a Paris flea market, the
two-drawer Arden Pink Chest,
shown in silver peony paired
with satin brass accents,
makes a distinctive retro
statement. Customizable in
size and finishes. 31.75"H by
36"W by 19.5"D. To the trade
(caidesigns.net)

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FOUR SOME
What’s inside the latest edition of our sister
publication. Pick up a copy of PHOENIX,
on newsstands now, or go to phoenixmag.com.

Arizona
Ski Resort Trio

In addition to destinations in California,
Nevada and Utah, our seasonal “5 Winter
Getaways” showcase also profiles Arizona’s
humble selection of ski resorts—Ski Valley,
Sunrise and Snowbowl. Our primer on the
state’s alpine playgrounds includes lodging

Smoked sprats at
Yasha from Russia

and restaurant tips.
SOMEWHERE TO

GO

“SMOKED WHAT?” you might be asking. Nibbled like French fries

on the dockside streets of Riga, these smoked, densely flavored sardines
are a culinary passion in the Baltic nation of Latvia—one of 99 culinary
cultures we highlight in this month’s “Dine Around the World” cover
SOMETHING TO story. What started as a good but fairly routine concept
(a food feature about different international cuisines and
where you can find them in the Valley) exploded into the
single largest reporting endeavor we’ve ever undertaken:
48 pages of omakase platters, Ethiopian wots, Yemeni turmeric lamb
stews and much, much more. Besides the sprats at Yasha, a Russian
market and food counter in Phoenix (yasha-from-russia.business.
site), here are some other culinary deep cuts we found.
n Porkolt at Edelweiss Biergarten: Roughly one quarter of the menu at this must-visit German restaurant in
North Phoenix is devoted to Hungarian food, including a
paprika-kissed pork stew called porkolt, the country’s signature dish.
edelweissbiergarten.com
n Masgouf at Olive Branch Mediterranean: Served whole at
this West Phoenix eatery, masgouf is the national dish of Iraq:
carp seasoned with turmeric and tamarind, then slowed-broiled
to a crispy, satisfying crunch. (602) 872-7146
n Pabellon criollo at Que Sazon: Similar to a Cuban ropa
vieja, the national dish of Venezuela features beef slow-cooked
in a mild chile braise and served alongside a mountain of black
beans. Find it at PHOENIX 2023 Best New Restaurant finalist Que Sazon, stacked on an arepa with heaps of cotija cheese.
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MT. LEMMON SKI VALLEY
Tucson
With only 200 skiable acres, 22
runs and three chairlifts, Ski Valley
is quaint in comparison to most ski
resorts. It can claim one superlative,
though—it is the southernmost
skiing destination in the U.S.

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Top Flite. First, we tee off with a
splashy retrospective of Openthemed coverage
SOMETHING TO in PHOENIX
spanning the entire
58-year history
of the magazine,
assembled on our monthly Collections Dept. page.
Then we sink an eagle with the annual WM Phoenix Open
Field Guide, a supplemental issue offered free to our
subscribers. Packed with on-course food and viewing tips,
social media follows, fashion spreads and more, it’s your
ideal playing partner for the Valley’s signature winter event.
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SUNRISE PARK RESORT
Greer
Owned and operated by the White
Mountain Apache Tribe, this 1,200acre ski area offers 67 trails suitable
for skiers and snowboarders of all skill
levels. Accessible by eight chairlifts,
many of the trails pay homage to its
Native proprietorship via monikers like
Apache Pass.
ARIZONA SNOWBOWL
Flagstaff
Offering 55 trails across more than
700 skiable acres serviced by eight
lifts, Snowbowl’s terrain is a mix of
well-maintained trails, challenging
glades and steep slopes. At 12,637
feet, Snowbowl’s summit is the
highest point in Arizona.

GERD WUESTEMANN

INTRODUCING WILCO as the inaugural performers at the

Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater was a proud moment
for Gerd Wuestemann. The recently unveiled state-of-theart facility is one of the first projects he took on when he was
appointed president and CEO of Scottsdale Arts in 2018. In
this issue’s Phoenix Files opener, writer Jason Keil profiles
Wuestemann and his efforts to lift the nonprofit to new
heights with year-round programming tailored to locals and
a more ambitious stable of outdoor festivals and events. This
all comes after Wuestemann’s initial “apology tour” to show the
Scottsdale City Council that the nonprofit was a good steward
of the resources the city appropriSOMEONE TO
ates every year after the organization had operated in the red for
years before his arrival, he says. “It
is an ongoing process that we have to be fully committed to,”
Wuestemann says of the Scottsdale Arts evolution. “I am very
much committed to that.” Read more in our business profile.

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Back by popular demand: We asked you—our discerning readers—to vote for your
favorite home and lifestyle arbiters in the Valley, from exquisite showrooms and
charming boutiques to visionary designers and top-notch service providers. We
received more than 6,000 votes in the online poll and are proud to reveal the results.
Here are winners of the third annual PH&G Readers’ Choice Awards 2024.

Food & Drink

Retail

Butcher Shop

Antiques

Lamps/Lighting

Cabinets

Arcadia Meat Market

Antique Gatherings

Hinkley’s Lighting

Studio41 Home Design Showroom

Fish Market

Appliances

Patio/Outdoor Furniture

Closets

Chula Seafood

Sub-Zero, Wolf
and Cove Showroom

Inside/Out Showrooms Inc.

Closet Factory

Place to Buy Affordable
Local Art

Counters

Wine Store

Brix Wines

Art Gallery

Wilde Meyer Gallery

People

Quantum Art Inc.
Audio/Visual Store

Pottery

Architect

Jerry’s Audio Video

Ceramics by Judith

Jessica Hutchison-Rough
Urban Design Associates

Bathroom Hardware

Resale Clothing Shop

Central Arizona Supply

White Dove Thrift Shoppe

Artist/Artisan

Decorative Hardware

Resale Home Furnishings
Shop

Anna & Scott Sadler
Surface Refinements
Builder

Julie & Mark Hancock
Camelot Homes
Contractor

Frank DiMaggio
MDF Development
Interior Designer

KOHLER Signature Store
by Hughes Supply
Florist

Camelback Flower Shop
Furniture

Buffalo Collection
Garden Supplies/Nursery

Whitfill Nursery

Mary Meinz, ASID
Mary Meinz Design

Gift Shop

Jewelry Designer

Hardware/DIY Store

Cynthia Downs
Landscaping

Clayton Miller
Greey|Pickett
Real Estate Agent

Patricia Garrity - Scottsdale
Luxury Real Estate Agent

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Services

The Paper Place

Avery Lane
Rugs

Alyshaan Fine Rugs
Stone & Tile

Arizona Tile
Towels and Bedding

The Linen Tree
Upholstery/Fabric Store

La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings
& Decor

Cactus Stone and Tile
Entry Doors

Visionmakers International
Interior Design Company

K & Q Interiors
Kitchen/Bath

D & R Design
Landscape Design
Company

Desert Foothills Landscape
Mortgages

Geneva Financial
Paint

Sherwin-Williams Paint Store
Pool/Spa

Creative Environments Design,
Pool & Landscape Inc.
Remodeling/Restoration

Clyde Hardware

Mackenzie Collier Interiors

Home Accessories

Reupholstery Shop

Antiquities Warehouse

Eddie’s Custom Reupholstery

Kitchen Gadgets

Specialty

Sur La Table

Porter Barn Wood
Windows

Pella Windows & Doors
of Scottsdale

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CARSON
Solo Show, Bonner David New York
May 16-June 15, 2024
Should you be visiting New York
this spring, we cordially invite you to
experience Carson’s stunning new
work in our New York gallery (located
in Manhattan’s Upper East Side).
Pictured:
“Musical Chairs”, oil on panel, 48" x 36".

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Sunshine In
This light, airy townhome
proves that even smaller
spaces can feel expansive.

BY LAUREN TYDA PHOTOGRAPHY BY AUSTIN LARUE BAKER

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dramatic makeover often starts with the Valley’s
most ample resource—light. That may involve
adding more windows or getting creative with the
existing layout.
In the case of a 2,200-square-foot, two-story home
in Gainey Ranch, it was the latter. “The property
has a lush backyard with tall windows surrounded
by foliage,” says interior designer Mary Meinz. “The
owner wanted to brighten the space and create a more
cohesive atmosphere.”
To take the dwelling from traditional to transitional,
Meinz replaced dark wood flooring with French oak,
whitewashed the rooms with “the whitest shade of
paint on the market,” and specified unlined, billowy
draperies for an open, breezy feel. “It was about sun
filtering in, so the weightless textile was almost like a
marshmallow,” she comments.
Accents of black and grass green add color and
contrast. “I’ve always advocated not challenging what
you see out the window, whether it is the desert or, in
this case, the abundant greenery of the Valley,” Meinz
states. “Black, white and green are always a beautiful
palette. And together, they make the space live larger.”
As the founder of Charmed Avenue boutique in
Scottsdale, the owner drew on her vast knowledge of
“The room is not very large, so the owner wanted
to maximize seating,” says interior designer Mary
Meinz, who incorporated a backless daybed, sofa
and chairs into the great room, along with sheer
drapery mounted on a ceiling track around the
room for a seamless transition between full and
filtered sunlight. Above the fireplace hangs a vintage
travel poster for Air France, one of the owner’s
favorite airlines (and destinations). Her miniature
sheepadoodle, Cornelia, also might have influenced
the use of black and white in the color palette, jokes
the owner. Pops of green are a nod to the foliage
outside.

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The dining room reflects the owner’s fashion-forward
style. The wood chandelier showcases jewel-like
embellishments, while the dining room chairs have a
button-down feature. “She is very savvy about fashion
and accessorizing, so this works for her,” Meinz says.
“When I showed her that exquisite chair detail, I remember
her lighting up because it’s not just a plain back.”

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Meinz moved an antique armoire from the primary
bedroom down to the office, making an ideal
place for storage near the desk. The chair was
remastered. “It’s always fun when designers can
utilize pieces, move them to a different place or give
them a new complexion by staining, painting and
recovering them,” she says.

styling and accessorizing—especially in the dining
room, where elegant baubles hang like jewelry from
the wood chandelier and a button-down detail on
the chairs resembles those on couture. “Fashion and
interior design are very similar,” she says. “Mary and I
are used to selecting things based on fabrics, textures,
colors and the scale of the prints, so we had a lot of
fun together.”
Meinz also carefully incorporated the owner’s
cherished family heirlooms and antiques, including

Cornelia shows off the second-floor loft, which
features a coral-pink Queen Anne chair as a
statement piece. Meinz used rough and rugged
fabrics wherever possible to accommodate the
pooch. “She enjoys every piece of furniture,” laughs
the owner. “She doesn’t have a lot of boundaries. But
she’s very proud of the space and thrilled with the
results.”

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a vintage armoire that now serves as storage in the
home office, a reupholstered green damask chair in
the kitchen, and a collection of china that sits elegantly
in the breakfast room hutch. “It is important to allow
items like these to be seen, always reminding us of
those we love,” says the designer.
The resulting abode is not only awash in natural light
but also at once elegant, comfortable and reflective
of the owner’s stylish sensibility. “When we painted
the space, it opened it up and allowed the volume and
the tall windows to create an indoor/outdoor feeling,”
Meinz reflects. “I love that this home is mostly white
with touches of black, green and coral because it’s not a
lot of color, and yet it is very interesting. The hues keep
repeating and undulating back and forth. It shows you
don’t need an ever-changing palette in every room for
a house to be memorable and interesting.”
For more information, see Sources.

ABOVE Dark granite countertops were replaced with porcelain for a clean, white look with black, green and red accents. TOP A

hutch in the breakfast room holds family artifacts, including antique china, crystal and silver. The chair and table are also inherited
treasures. Meinz reupholstered the latter in a vintage-looking green fabric. “It was the perfect color,” she notes.

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MELISSA VALLADARES

A small island acts
as a focal element
that can be used for
cutting, prep work
or food layout in this
pantry. A small skylight
above provides filtered
daylight to further
brighten the room.
“The main entertaining
zones of the house
are set up to be clean
spaces,” says architect
Erik Koss. “The pantry
became a place where
items—including spice
and seasoning bottles,
baking/cooking staples,
containers, utensils
and recipes—could
be more accessible
and left out in the open
for easy access while
still looking clean and
organized. The space is
a functional, friendly and
ready to work hard.”

PANTRY PERFECTION
These captivating
cupboards prove
that even functional
spaces can be stylish.
BY LAUREN TYDA

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good pantry has the power to go beyond stowing crockpots and cereal boxes.
With the right design choices, it can become a multitasking powerhouse—and
an extension of the kitchen. “Even the smallest rooms can be used to solve a multitude of design issues by using creative solutions and thinking a little outside of the
box,” says architect Erik Koss. “Pantries can accommodate room for countertop
appliances, a small area for cooking/baking prep, as well as secondary cooking appliances. They can become not only functional but also inviting, comfortable spaces that
are enjoyable to work in.” We asked local aesthetes to share their most handsome
hideaways, whether walk-in, built-in, freestanding or butler’s style.
For more information, see Sources.

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DESIGN

JASON BLACK

“This English countryside-inspired pantry is
the direct result of the owner’s and my shared
obsession with ‘Downton Abbey,’” says interior
designer Jenny Slingerland, referencing the
popular British historical drama TV series. Teal
cabinetry, floral accents and an apron sink
would be perfectly at home in a charming rural
garden cottage—or the early 20th century
Yorkshire scullery popularized in the show.

This practical design by Classy Closets features various sizes of metal
baskets, drawers for hidden storage, outlets, horizontal dividers for
pans and adjustable shelving. “The homeowner had a spacious area for
their pantry, so our goal was to make it feel open, bright and inviting,”
says designer Jim Tattersall. The team used white melamine shelving for
its aesthetic quality and durability.

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TIPS

FROM THE PROS

PRIORITIZE. “Make lists of all the tasks

you would like to perform in a pantry, then
take an assessment of all the things you
want to store there,” says Rodgers. Even
small details can uncover additional ways to
make the space more functional.
n

FULLY LEVERAGE VERTICAL SPACE.

“In instances where cabinetry becomes
inaccessible, consider installing a gorgeous
rolling ladder,” Yeates advises.

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OPEN IT UP. “Whenever possible, bring

in natural light if you have the opportunity,”
Koss states. “Daylight helps improve any
space, regardless of the function.”
n MAXIMIZE UTILITY. Add a countertop to

place groceries and to stow small appliances
(air fryer, slow cooker, rice cooker, blender,
etc.), says Tattersall. “Adding power outlets
is also a great feature to make it a working
butler’s pantry.”

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KEVIN KAMINSKI

Homeowner Debbie
Bloy’s passion for
exploring other cultures
echoes in her curated
collection of dishware,
many of which she
acquired on her
adventures around the
world. “Yes, I have an
entire pantry for dishes,
serving and entertaining
things,” quips the
interior designer, author
and former restaurateur.
“I just love them.”
White cabinetry and
a crystal chandelier
create a neutral yet
elegant backdrop for a
confection of colors and
patterns.

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By using the same palette of ivory and gold as found
in the adjacent kitchen, interior designer Emily
Yeates was able to create a steady flow between
the two spaces. “We opted to maintain a consistent
color scheme and use the same materials in
the pantry as in the kitchen,” says the designer.
A second sink and Wolf appliances extend the
functionality—and provide a space to stash dirty
dishes away from the main entertaining space. “By
fusing these elements into the pantry, we created
a culinary hub that not only enhances the overall
look but also meets practical needs and fosters an
inviting environment for hosting.”

The COVID pandemic inspired homeowners to trade a standard pantry for a
more versatile butler style with multiple functions and amenities. “We zoned it
for party cleanup, with a sink and dishwasher, a coffee bar, beverage refrigerator
and storage of food and tableware,” says interior designer Wendy Black
Rodgers. “The room also includes a secret door to a small, hidden kids’ closet/
playroom for future grandkids.”

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Alice Ernst

480.390.8976
aliceernsthomes.com
Remarkable views from every room of this architecturally stunning home in the Estancia Community. Disappearing electric walls of glass surround the great room
to soak in the views and feel the desert breezes. Total
sq ft is 5864. Main house (4819 sf) has 3 bedroom suites,
plus an office, and a wine room. A private boulder garden patio is outside the primary suite. Hickory floors
and ceilings; Ebony, Bolivian Rosewood, and Walnut
cabinets; and custom Walnut doors throughout. Electric sun shades throughout the house and blackout
shades in main bedrooms. The two unit casita (1045
sf) has a guest bedroom and a large flex room, both
ensuite, with separate entrances. Everything is single
level. Spacious 4 car garage. Built with exquisite quality by award winning builder Peak Ventures. Designed
by Taliesin trained Brissette Architects. Must be seen
to be appreciated. $9,000,000.

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THREE QUESTIONS
Your architecture, building, interior design and
landscape questions answered by Valley pros

Large windows welcome
Arizona’s spectacular
views. There are options
to maximize natural light
and minimize the sun’s
heat.

Architect
Clint Miller, AIA, Clint Miller Architect
I would like my house to have lots of glass to take
advantage of the outdoors and the distant views.
However, I am concerned about the glaring sun
and heat gain through the windows.

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he orientation of your windows will be the overriding factor. A northern exposure will have very little
direct sun on the windows. If your home connects with
outdoor spaces and views oriented to the north, this
is an opportunity for large spans of glass. Should the
million-dollar view be oriented to the west or south,
extended eve projections and semitransparent roll-up
blinds will go a long way toward reducing the impacts
of direct sun. Also, today’s glass has advanced with the
application of metallic coating to the surfaces, which
reduces the impacts of sun and climate.
Exterior-mounted semitransparent blinds provide
the greatest heat reduction. They minimize the sun’s
penetration before entering the window system while
retaining the view through the blinds. When not
needed, the blinds can be raised into a hidden pocket
with a motor drive. Interior blinds offer the advantage
of being out of the way of patio furnishings, remaining
cleaner and lasting longer, but they are less effective in
reducing heat transfer through the windows.

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Metal louvers just below the roof eve can help reduce
the sun’s impact and at the same time be architecturally attractive. And finally, smaller picture windows
oriented to frame important views is another solution,
without such a conspicuous amount of glass.

Landscape Architect
Greg Trutza, ASLA, New Directions in Landscape
Architecture Inc.
Do you have any design ideas or suggestions to
help my landscape survive the record-breaking
temperatures of last year?

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uring the summer of 2023, the entire Valley
witnessed plant casualties from the excessive heat
and lack of precipitation on a massive scale. Many in
the landscape industry, from growers and contractors to designers and landscape architects, are reevaluating what species may be used and under what
growing conditions. The unprecedented loss of saguaros, various types of agaves and cacti, in addition to
many common trees and shrubs, requires a reconsideration of what species will grow or the way we can
enhance their survival.
During the design process, determining the proper
placement and types of trees or palms will help to
mitigate the extremes by creating microclimates. The

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Landscape Maintenance Practices,” can be downloaded
from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension
at extension.arizona.edu.
Other factors such as HOA requirements, soil types,
grading and drainage, utilities and easements all play
a role in your tree selections. The Desert Botanical
Garden, nurseries and master gardener courses can
provide opportunities to understand what trees are
appropriate for your given situation. A design professional considers all these criteria while designing
your landscape. Selecting the appropriate tree and
shrub species with regard to water usage is essential. A complete list of low water-use plants with a
rating of water usage is available from the Arizona
Department of Water Resources, new.azwater.gov/ama/
ama-conservation.

Interior Designer
Meredith Smyth, Smyth House Interior Design
I recently graduated from college and have
my first real apartment. I don’t have a lot of
expendable income for furniture, but I would
like to invest in something that will stand the
test of time and not become dated. What do you
recommend?

ERIC KRUK

W

strategic placement of a tree canopy to provide filtered
light or a break from the unrelenting sun exposure
during parts of the day will greatly increase plant
survival. However, it is essential to ensure your irrigation system has valve zones separated for trees, ideally,
for the types of trees such as xerophytic, citrus, ornamental, etc. Setting the timer for deep soaking of the
trees at appropriate intervals will increase survival,
lower ground temperatures and avoid waste by overwatering. Other zone valves should be designated for
the types of cacti, shrubs, ground covers, raised beds,
pots, annuals, etc. to conserve water. An excellent article by Ursula K. Schuch on proper watering intervals,
“Drought and Extreme Heat: Plant Responses and

Thrift stores and
consignment shops are
excellent places to find
affordable artwork and
versatile furnishings
that will be with you for
many years.

hat a fun time in your life to begin curating
your style. Treasures are always in the eye of the
beholder, and artwork is the first place I would turn, as
it can be used and mixed into many different vignettes
and blend into a variety of homes in the future. Inexpensive artwork can be found in antique shops and
thrift stores, and downloadable prints are readily available across many online sites. Mixing these into gallery
displays is one way to create drama in signature areas
of your home.
The next place I would turn is to a signature piece
of furniture that can translate into many uses over
time. For example, a vintage console or bar cart can be
used for a variety of functions, from a piece in a dining
area to a mismatched nightstand, to an item that fits
perfectly in a nook. Look for items that have lasting
power and are well made and unique.
I like to invest in small collections, such as candlesticks and vintage glassware of all kinds. They’re inexpensive, and when mixed into various vignettes, it’s
an easy way to add interest to your decor. The extra
upside is you’re always prepared for a variety of easy
entertainment tablescapes.
For more information, see Sources.

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Well-Read

BY LAUREN TYDA

Edible: 70 Sustainable
Plants That Are Changing
How We Eat
AUTHORS: KEVIN HOBBS AND
ARTUR CISAR-ERLACH

Plants that can thrive under the most challenging
of conditions are becoming more important in
ensuring food security in our changing climate.
The beautifully illustrated tome highlights unusual yet fascinating
edible plants from around the globe, including where to find
and purchase them, along with tips for growing and care. $40
(wwnorton.com)

Ornament
is Not a Crime
AUTHOR: REBECCA L. GROSS

Postmodernist principles of color, pattern play
and embellishment are making a comeback from
their 1980s heyday. Perfect for anyone seeking
bold design inspiration
for their home, this 272page pictorial showcases,
bright, boisterous spaces
and challenges the
notion that form always
follows function. $50
(thamesandhudson.com)

Arent & Pike:
Interiors Beyond
the Primary Palette
AUTHORS: JULIETTE ARENT AND
SARAH-JANE PYKE

Known for their distinctive use of color, texture and
form, this design duo’s inaugural book showcases
their best work. Learn about the psychology behind
thoughtfully curated interiors that invoke meaning and
joy. $50 (thamesandhudson.com)

ADUs: The Perfect
Housing Solution

The Preserving
Garden
AUTHOR: JO TURNER

From cultivating to harvesting and
creating homemade jams and pickles,
Turner’s comprehensive guide empowers
readers to enjoy the fruits of their labor
while embracing timeless preservation
practices through helpful how-to’s, tips,
recipes and more. $30 (thriftbooks.com)

AUTHOR: SHERI KOONES

Discover the innovative world of Accessory
Dwelling Units (ADUs)—smaller spaces built on
the same property as single-family primary homes,
including guest houses, rental spaces and casitas.
Explore a variety of styles across the United States
and Canada, from home add-ons to standalone
structures, practical to sustainable. It’s a timely topic,
considering Phoenix City Council last fall legalized
backyard guest houses to address the affordable
housing crisis and provide options for families with
adult children and aging parents. Check phoenix.gov
for certain restrictions. $40. (sherikoones.com)

For more must-reads, visit phgmag.com.
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A sign guides visitors to the Desert Botanical Garden in the Papago Buttes. The stone entry was built in 1941 by the
garden’s second director, Charles Flemming with help from eight National Youth Administration workers.

CACTUS
C O U N T E R C U LT U R E
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here wasn’t much local love for the cactus-studded
landscape when Phoenix was a young city. Many
residents were downright disdainful of the native vegetation and launched a “Do Away With the Desert”
campaign in 1926, encouraging yards of imported
plants to mimic more humid regions. “At that time,
we had a bit of an inferiority complex compared to
areas with tall trees and lots of green foliage,” Arizona
state historian Marshall Trimble says. “I have to admit
to having had the same feelings.”
Phoenix’s thorny relationship with saguaros and
their brethren started to turn around with the creation
of the Desert Botanical Garden in Papago Park. “Many
of us learned from DBG about the wonders of our
unique desert flora and have a whole new perception
of the Sonoran Desert,” Trimble says. Establishing
what has become the leading scientific desert plant
institution and the Valley’s top tourist attraction was a
prickly path, however.

Through her support and leadership, Gertrude
Webster played a crucial role in the establishment of
DBG in 1939.

Amateur botanist Gustaf
Starck’s passion for
desert plants led to the
creation of the Arizona
Cactus and Native Flora
Society in 1934,

Moments
in Time
1939

DBG opens;
200 attend
dedication
ceremony.

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1961

Gift shop
and visitor
center opens,
doubling
revenue.

1977

Docent
program
launches to
lead guided
garden tours.

1979

Inaugural
Las Noches
de las
Luminarias

1988

Plants and
People of
the Sonoran
Desert Trail
completed.

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From left to right, architect Charles Gilmore, Mrs. Orme Lewis, an unidentified
man and Gertrude Webster at the groundbreaking ceremony for Webster
Auditorium in 1939.

1989

Webster
Auditorium
receives
National
Register
of Historic
Places
designation.

1993

Dalai Lama
visits DBG
to enjoy its
beauty and
serenity.

1997

DBG
commences
a Desert
Landscaper
Certification
Program.

Credit goes to a small group of intrepid cactus
fanciers who were led by two visionaries from unlikely
backgrounds. Gustaf Starck, a draftsman at the Salt
River Valley Water Users’ Association, established the
Arizona Cactus and Native Flora Society in 1934. The
Scottsdale resident’s passion for desert plants began
as a child in Sweden when his father brought samples
back from naval expeditions. In 1936, the amateur
botanist bonded with well-connected cactus-loving
heiress Gertrude Webster, whose wealth ironically
came from her divorced husband’s lumber business.

2001

Harriet
K. Maxwell
Desert
Wildflower
Trail opens

2008
Chihuly:
The Nature
of Glass art
installation
opens.
Sybil B.
Harrington
Cactus and
Succulent
Galleries
open.

2023

DBG hosts
the work of
Colombian
artist
Fernando
Botero.

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ABOVE The Winding

pathways of the Desert
Botanical Garden were
captured from the roof
of Webster Auditorium
in 1940. TOP RIGHT The
Garden hosted Sesame
Street’s Big Bird in 1992.
BOTTOM RIGHT In 1983,
DBG debuted “Sadie
Saguaro,” a 7-foot-tall
talking cactus, as its
mascot.

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The group elected the forceful Webster as their president, who adopted the desert slogan, “Not to destroy,
but to glorify.”
“It was an uphill battle, and these ‘cactomaniacs’ were
likely seen as radicals,” says DBG executive director
Ken Schutz. “Thank goodness they did what they did,
calling for a sanctuary for native plants.”
Webster lobbied the state legislature for land and
$2,500 in funding for DBG in 1936. But Arizona politicians had not progressed much in desert appreciation
since 1911, when they left what has become the world’s
most recognizable plant off the Arizona state seal. “This
official symbol signals who you are, and there was no
saguaro or other native vegetation on it,” Schutz says.
Two years later, Webster’s efforts resulted in a state
lease for land in the Papago Buttes, but the $40,000
seed money to launch DBG came from her contributions and fundraising. Webster’s garden vision inspired
other ladies who were passionate about native vegetation. “It is no surprise to me that women such as Rose

Collum and Margaret Douglas, along with plant illustrator Lucretia Hamilton, were instrumental in bringing the beauty and uniqueness of the Sonoran Desert
to the attention of the world through the creation of
DBG,” says historian Donna Reiner. “Those darn pushy
women got so many things done here in Phoenix.”
In 1940, when a crowd of 2,000 attended the dedication of DBG’s first building, Webster Auditorium,
minds were already changing about arid plants. “When
I was a young man, we used to cut down the cactus and
were wholly unable to see its virtues,” confessed former
Arizona governor Thomas E. Campbell at the event.
“But one now has only to look around him to see what
real beauty can be created from the desert.”
The U.S. was soon to plunge into World War II,
dramatically changing local priorities. DBG closed
and almost didn’t survive. “Public Asked to Help Stop
Botanical Gardens Looting,” pleaded a 1943 headline
in The Arizona Republic. Starck and Webster lamented
the theft and vandalism of rare cactus specimens.

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“

You and I may not be here
to see these gardens mature—
but perhaps we can look down
from
heaven
and enjoy
them just
the same.

”

—GERTRUDE WEBSTER, founder

ABOVE The cardons

growing north of
Webster Auditorium are
some of the garden’s
oldest plants. They were
brought from northwest
Mexico to DBG by its
first director, George
Lindsay in 1939.

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Military units stationed nearby used the gardens for
target practice.
A gravely wounded DBG reopened after the
war with only 19 members in 1945. Two years later,
Webster once again rejuvenated the garden in her final
act by bequeathing it her $225,000 estate, equivalent
to roughly $3 million today.
DBG has since lived up to Webster’s aspirations and
created the world’s finest cactus and succulent collection. “Each specimen has an equivalent of a Social
Security number with all the data we keep about them,”
Schutz says. “Some live up to 150 years.”
Since then, DBG has cultivated more than cacti,
becoming a destination for garden parties. “We’ve
added a layer to our scientific work and think of
ourselves as a living museum,” Schutz says. “Art exhibits
allow the garden to remain dynamic, and that, along
with food and music events, helps expose more people
to our work.”
Despite the unforgettable plants and stylish celebrations, everyone comes to DBG for their own reasons.
Especially poignant was a visitor who arrived at the

Butterfly Pavilion every Wednesday at the same time.
“A curious employee finally introduced themselves and
learned she came from Sedona to the Valley for chemo
treatments on that day,” Schutz says.
“Afterward, she would sit in the pavilion and envision reinventing herself and emerging healthy, much
like a butterfly comes from a cocoon.”
Schutz says that DBG will continue its mission of
research, education, exhibition and conservation with
plans to open a 3-acre children’s garden on its undeveloped west campus.
It’s another step to ensure DBG remains vital into
the future with its charge of caring for long-lived specimens that often outlast those who plant them.
The garden’s founder expressed similar foresight
when creating DBG:
“We are building for this state now and for future
generations,” Webster said in 1940. “You and I may
not be here to see these gardens mature—but perhaps
we can look down from heaven and enjoy them just
the same.”
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FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING
Phoenix artist Michael Carson’s
paintings of enigmatic people
in ambiguous situations have
earned him a worldwide following.
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here’s an irresistible quality to Michael
Carson’s work. His paintings—soft, shadowy and impressionistic, rendered in muted
neutral tones that blur the edges between
his figures and the backgrounds—do more
than simply invite you to look. They make
you want to step into them, to eavesdrop on
those figures, to get them to tell their stories.
“I don’t like to create an obvious narrative,”
the Phoenix-based artist says. “What people
see is how they feel when they look at a piece.”
Carson, who grew up in Minnesota, didn’t
set out to be a painter at all. In fact, during his
four years at the Minneapolis College of Art
and Design, he never made a single painting.
ABOVE Michael Carson

in front of his painting
“Sweet Blues.” About his
subject matter, he says,
“I’m gravitating toward
intimate nightclub scenes.
When I’m traveling, I go to
cool places at night, and
those will sneak into my
work.” LEFT “Paris,” 54"H by
77"W, oil on canvas. The
figures in Carson’s pieces
are composites of models
he’s photographed and
images culled from online
and magazines. “I might
pull 20 images to make five
figures,” he says.

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“I was a design student,” he says. “I spent my
time on computers.”
Seven or so years into his career as a
product designer, a stop into a museum in
the Netherlands changed his life. “I saw a
painting I loved so much, I said, ‘I have to try
that’,” he recalls. “When I got home, I bought
the cheapest canvas and paints I could find,
did one painting, and quit my job maybe 40
days later.”
That first painting sold quickly. “That
started the ball rolling, and I began schlepping my work everywhere, to restaurants and
bars and coffee shops all over Minneapolis.”
Carson found he learned best through
imitation. “When I watched an artist paint,
the magic was gone, and I could do it myself,”
he says. “In a four-day workshop I could

evolve my painting in a way that would take
me years on my own.”
As accomplished as he was becoming,
however, he felt he lacked something. Imitation had begun to stand in the way of developing his own unique style. “When people
started saying I was ripping off other artists,
I realized I needed to find something that
felt like me.”
It was an evolutionary process. “A lot of it
is the actual physicality of your own body,”
Carson explains. “We all walk differently,
dance differently, and we paint differently,
too. It took a very long time to create this
thing that felt like me.”
His singular style is characterized by
loose, free brushstrokes, a limited palette
ranging from off-white to dark gray with

ABOVE Carson works in various media,

including sculpting. The 49.5-inch-tall
“Bluff” is crafted of bronze and wood.
RIGHT “Bleachers,” 64"H by 63"W, oil on
canvas. “The edges, where the figure
meets the background, are an important
part of my work,” Carson says. “The
negative space is where the interest is.”

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“Pink Chairs,” 66"H by 80"W, oil on canvas. The artist uses a muted palette deliberately. “I’ve shrunken my
spectrum of value, from off-white to dark gray,” he says. “The paintings have a kind of faded quality, a muted
effect that gives them a sense of a different time period.”

the occasional shot of color, and a focus on
figures, most often women.
“The female form is a classic subject
matter,” notes Christi Bonner Manuelito,
cofounder of Bonner David Galleries, which
has represented Carson for two decades. “I
have a twin sister, and I grew up with all
women, so his paintings are very endearing
to me, personally,” she adds.
They’re meaningful to people all over the
world. “David has sold to collectors in Hong
Kong, Europe and England,” Manuelito says.
“People are just really drawn to him.”
Among those locally who find his art
hard to resist is collector Mark Hawkins,
who counts seven pieces by Carson in his
Phoenix home. “David does a very nice job of

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“Musical Chairs,” 48"H by 36"W,
oil on panel.

silhouettes, and his figures are just cool,”
Hawkins says. “His work’s got kind of a cool
factor, and so does he.”
Carson just wrapped up an exhibition at
Bonner David’s Scottsdale branch and is
planning a spring show at the gallery’s New
York City location. For the East Coast show,
he says, he’ll take the large oil-on-canvas
figurative works in a slightly different direction. “They’re going to be darker, moodier
pieces with more multifigure compositions.”
That said, he doesn’t like to think too far
ahead. “I can tell you I’m going to go in one
direction, but when I get into the studio, it’s
just what I feel like doing right then,” he says.
“I prefer not to plan the future of my work.”
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BY NORA BURBA TRULSSON PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROB BALLARD STYLING BY LEN LORIA

TOOLS OF
THE TRADE

Eric and Emily Watson make
hats the old-fashioned way.

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alking into Watson’s Hat Shop is a bit like stepping back in time. Sunlight glints off the polished
wood floor. Racks display scores of hats. To one side of
the shop, steam rises as a master hatter irons the brim of a
custom chapeau on a workbench dotted with vintage tools,
some dating to the 1860s. In the center of the retail space,
a 1920s-era baby grand piano is the focal point, where
owner Eric Watson occasionally bangs out a ragtime tune.
“Growing up in Ohio, I loved Indiana Jones,” remembers Watson, “especially Harrison Ford’s fedora. As a
hobby, I bought old hats, took them apart and rebuilt
them.” After learning international studies and aviation technology in college, Watson pivoted, turning his
hobby into a career. With his wife, Emily, whom he met
in flight training, he opened the eponymous hat shop
in Cave Creek in 2012, often working until midnight
to handcraft classic styles such as fedoras, cowboy and
Panama hats. Over the years, Watson acquired tools and
display cases from long-shuttered hat shops across the
country, which saw business tank when JFK famously
appeared hatless during his 1961 inauguration speech.
“There really is no modern way to handcraft a hat,” he
says. “Lasers and computers don’t work. You have to use
these traditional tools.”
While some clients buy off the rack, most hat orders
are custom, which involves careful measuring, material
selection and trim choices, such as artistic embroidery
or ribbon work, done by Emily, who also makes hats
and handles business operations. While the hat-making
process takes some 64 steps and a few days to complete,
Watson’s order queue is a few months out. The shop, which
also includes another master hatter and a hat restorer, has
supplied cowboys, politicians, fashionistas and a sheriff or
two with handmade headgear, shipping around the world.
They’ve also been the official hat-maker for shows including Netflix’s “Godless.”
“This is a niche business,” says Watson. “There are only
a few of us doing this in the whole country. This is not an
everyday purchase, but I believe everyone should have a
good hat, and it should last a lifetime.”

Eric Watson
steams a custom
hat into shape.

For more information, see Sources.

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The 150-year-old
CONFORMATEUR
is placed on a client to
create a paper template
of the head.

2

Used with the
conformateur, the
FORMILLION—also
150 years old—
translates the paper
impression to help build
the hat.

3

The HAT
STRETCHER
adjusts the size of an
existing hat or one in
the process of being
crafted.

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Surrounding the
hat block is a wood
BRIM MOLD, which
shapes the brim, also
with steam.

5

5

The wood HAT
BLOCK is used to
shape the crease into a
fedora with steam.

6

The SIZING
COMPASS
measures the inside of
the hat as it’s being built.

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7

Handmade
decorative
HATBANDS are the final
touch for many of the
custom pieces.

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ORIGINAL

BY LINDA J. BARKMAN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK LIPCZYNSKI

WINDOW
SHOPPING

The Studio Artise showroom stimulates
ideas for elevated interior design with
curated products from the U.S. and abroad.

FAST FACTS
Principal: Pauline Thomas
Opened: May, 2022
Location:
3801 E. Shea Blvd., Phoenix
Showroom hours:
Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m-4 p.m.;
Sat., 11 a.m-3 p.m.; closed
Sun. & Mon.
Design hours:
Mon.-Fri; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.,
By appointment only.
Phone: (480) 429-4091
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HISTORY: Thomas grew up in the restaurant industry

in Michigan, where she earned a business degree, and
purchased and ran her own restaurant at the age of
25. She relocated to Arizona in 2007 and graduated
from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of
Science in interior design in 2010. “My dad encouraged
me to do something in the business world because I
have a very analytical mind,” she explains. “But I also
needed to have a creative outlet. Design was the perfect
balance because it allowed me to utilize my business
savvy and technical skills along with my creative side.”
After cutting her teeth interning for a local design
firm in 2009, Thomas launched her own business under
the name Pauline Martin Interiors, taking on both
residential and commercial projects, with an emphasis
on hospitality and retail. A decade later, she rebranded
her business under the name Studio Artise. “I wanted
it to be its own brand,” she explains. “We were entering a new phase, bringing in a lot of new products, and
I wanted to focus solely on my own business.” Then,
along came COVID and her business expanded so
quickly that they soon outgrew the space they were
in. “I found this property in 2022. It had been vacant
for some time. We remodeled it, which allowed me to
bring our design offices and showroom together and
to have a place to warehouse extra products as well.”

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Pauline Thomas relaxes in the
kitchen area located at the
front of her showroom.

THESE PAGES The exterior of Studio Artise is as engaging as the interior, which features a range of art,
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ORIGINAL
CONCEPT: Studio Artise is a full-service free-

standing showroom offering online and in-person
shopping to the trade as well as to the public. Thomas
says she wanted it to be a serene, intimate and easy
place to shop that wouldn’t overwhelm the consumer. “I
hand-select everything,” she reports. “It’s very curated.
We look for high quality, good craftsmanship and
unique items you won’t find at every box store. We also
like to bring in new items, keep things changing and try
to use as many local and national artisans as possible.”
STYLE: “We coin our specific style as ‘modern organic

luxe,’” Thomas remarks. “We lean toward furniture
with cleaner lines, a lot of neutrals and texture. It’s
an elevated look. I spent my childhood summers in
Europe, so I was exposed to a lot of history, art and
architecture. My perspective is global and the desert
lends itself to bringing all that together.”
FOCUS: While acknowledging that form and func-

tion are essential to good design, Thomas adds that it’s
also important that their designs fit the individuality
of each family they design for. “Our goal is to create

BELOW Ceramic pots in

myriad sizes, shapes
and designs are artfully
displayed with and
without plants on and
around a wooden table
with a slatted shelf.
ABOVE Glass balls in
various sizes paired
with faux succulents
on a long tray make a
stunning year-round
centerpiece.

a space for people that truly reflects who they are and
lets them feel they are in their own skin when they
are in their homes,” she says.
WHAT’S IN STORE: Thomas scours furniture markets

in the U.S. and abroad in search of new inventory
for her spacious showroom, which includes a semicustom idea kitchen and decked-out powder room.
Products range from a line of locally made cabinetry to furniture, art, accessories, rugs, lighting,
accent pillows, realistic faux succulents and assorted
gift items. “I always look for unique things that are
textural in nature; it’s a great way to bring a neutral
palette together,” she says. “We also carry a line of
all-natural luxury mattresses that are handmade in
the U.S.”
SERVICES: “We do everything from grand-scale
new builds and remodels to small-scale interior
design projects. Our process begins with consultation and design development, then proceeds to project
management, furniture selection and the big reveal,”
Thomas reports. “Plus, we can do full custom everything—even if it’s not something we carry in the
showroom—from custom millwork to cabinetry to
metalworks,” she adds.
WHAT’S AHEAD: “I can’t let the cat out of the bag

just yet, but we’re looking to expand our online presence, and we have several irons in the fire for our own
line of products,” Thomas enthuses. “I’ve always been
an entrepreneur and enjoy the challenges of building
something new.”

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ORIGINAL

Sonoran Scout

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exclusive stories, photos, interviews and more.

MEAT CUTE

The charcuterie board craze is showing no signs of
slowing down. From brunch boards and dessert trays
to exotic fruit and vegetable spreads, one thing’s for

sure—it’s posh to nosh. Mon Cheri, Scottsdale’s new champagne café and
charcuterie bar, is the perfect place to grab happy hour with a friend—or
graze on curated boards, European-inspired bites and bubbly-laced cocktails.
Nestled in the former Arcadia Farms Café (which moved across the street),
the restaurant showcases the art of shareable dining with locally sourced
ingredients, lively pink and green decor and a charming patio. The restaurant
also offers catered designer boards to-go for all occasions. 7014 E. First Ave.,
Scottsdale (moncherirestaurants.com) —Lauren Tyda

THREAD UP
After 50 years
as a mainstay for
designers and
homeowners alike,

BLIND STUDY

A new window treatment from Hunter Douglas will give
homeowners an innovative way to control lighting. Aura
Illuminated Shades feature a three-in-one design that
offers a traditional light-filtering shade, a room-darkening
liner and an ambient glow from programmable LED strip
lights that mimic daylight. “To have such a combination of

David E. Adler Fine

things in one shade is quite unique,” says Dave German,

Rugs has new

owner of Elite Shutters & Blinds, where Aura shades

owners. Lindsay

can be seen and purchased in the Valley. It can also

Bowman, who
began working
at the Scottsdale
rug and textiles showroom as an intern,

promote healthier sleep, according to the brand. Aura
is available in three styles with customizable fabric
and must be hardwired to
power the lights. German
says an Aura roller shade

took over in October with her husband,

for a standard 5'H by 5'W

John-David. “Within my first week, I

window would start at about

fell completely in love with the fine
rug industry and can’t imagine myself
anywhere else,” Bowman says. With his
retirement, Adler has passed the torch of
his namesake store, which he founded in

$1,500. Go to phgmag.com/
sonoran-scout for a Q&A
with local interior designer
Angelica Henry about more
bedroom decor tricks to
improve your slumber.

1973, and Bowman says those seeking

(eliteshuttersandblinds.com)

high-quality and unique rugs will continue

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to find pieces there that don’t follow
trends but set them. See a full interview
with Bowman at phgmag.com/sonoranscout. (davideadler.com)–Sara Crocker

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BROAD BRUSH
For Scottsdale artist and educator Laura Thurbon, anything can
be a canvas, from walls and clothing to even some unlikely surfaces.
The painter recently pulled out her
brushes to transform two large utility boxes in downtown Fountain Hills
into vibrant murals depicting desert
birds and plants. “Beauty is for everyone,” says Thurbon, who is originally
from Peru. “That’s the reason why I
love painting public art.” You may
have also seen Thurbon’s work walking down the runway—her dresses
appeared at New York Fashion Week
last fall. Read more about the artist
at phgmag.com/sonoran-scout.
(laurathurbon.net)—SC

GROUND WORK
A celebrated artist created one of the largest pieces of land art in Arizona for a band of the
same name. A dry riverbed in the Navajo Nation—just outside of Round Rock—transformed
into a sprawling 300-foot-wide landscape installation that is featured in the music video
for “Moving On” by the electropop trio A R I Z O N A. The production team scoured the state
for the right location, and the artwork was created by California artist Jim Denevan—his
first in the Grand Canyon State. Inspired by James Turell, the pyramidal piece was handshaped and carved with sand and was set to light and sound. “Music is grand…it exists
on the air. It’s very present,” Denevan says. “This artwork is large and simultaneously
visually very wondrous but also gentle and ephemeral, somewhat like music, so it’s a good
match.” Read a full Q&A with video director Owen Brown at phgmag.com/sonoran-scout.
(thisisarizonamusic.com; jimdenevan.com)–SC

BUZZ FEED

Growing your own pollinator garden that attracts birds, bees and butterflies
can be as simple as picking a card from “The Pollinator Garden Planning
Deck.” The 109-card stack, which will be released on Feb. 27, provides
details for gardeners of any level on selecting and planting an assortment
of wildflowers, shrubs, trees and grasses that beautify yards and provide a
habitat for wildlife. This is the first edition of the deck from Cathy, Michael
and Jenny Katz of That’s a Plenty Farm in Hadley, Massachusetts. The impact
of pollinators cannot be overstated, co-author Cathy Katz says: “They simply
live their lives and do their work of keeping the plants on the earth growing.”
See the authors’ top five plants for attracting winged allies to your Arizona
garden at phgmag.com/sonoran-scout. $20 (thatsaplentyfarm.com)–SC
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American Miniatures at Settlers West was the first and is still the best exhibition of small original
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Bring inspiring views of Mother Nature and artist creations into your home with fine
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Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival
February 3-4

Tubac Festival of the Arts
February 7-11

Wigwam Festival of Fine Art
February 16-18

Fountain Hills Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts
February 23-25

Litchfield Park Art & Wine Festival
March 2-3
SanTan Village Art & Wine Festival
March 9-10
“Ascension A Phoenix Rising”
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BY JOHN ROARK
PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEPHANIE VICKERS

MEET THE

MEXICALI ROSE
All fairy
dusters are
not created
equal.

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hen it comes to plants perfectly suited to Sonoran
gardens, can you really have it all?
“You just might be able to with this one,” raves
Civano Growers sales manager, social media and
marketing director Stephanie Vickers, “if you’re looking for a hearty, symmetrical, clonal cultivated native
that is lush, low water-use once established, that
provides consistent color with little to no maintenance.
It almost seems too easy.”
Developed exclusively by Civano, the Mexicali
Rose fairy duster (Calliandra californica ‘Mexicali
Rose’ PPAF) differs from the popular Baja fairy duster
(Calliandra californica) in a few important ways. Traditional fairy dusters tend to grow in a more vertical form,
in some cases exceeding 5 feet in height. The Mexicali

Rose has a wide branching habit that fills in nicely, and
it maintains a 4-foot-high by 4-foot-wide rounded
shape. “This is a versatile all-around plant because you
don’t have to do anything to it,” Vickers says. “It’s like
they used to say in that rotisserie chicken infomercial,
‘Just set it and forget it.’”
Available at specialty nurseries and independent
garden centers, the Mexicali Rose fairy duster produces
an abundance of vibrant red flowers from March
through November.
“I enjoy that I can go out there and see this lush, dark
green shrub that gives abundant color. It’s reliable, it’s
consistent, there’s no fuss,” Vickers says. “It does exactly
what it’s supposed to do.”
For more information, see Sources.

PLANT FACTS
Mexicali Rose Fairy
Duster (Calliandra
californica ‘Mexicali
Rose’ PPAF)
Type: Shrub
Size: 4'H by 4'W
Blooms: Red; MarchNovember
Water needs:
Low to moderate
Elevation: 9A-11
Attracts: Native
pollinators including
monarch and queen
butterflies
Soil: Rocky to sandy
Light: Full to
reflective sun
Maintenance: None,
once established

The naturally dense,
bushy form of the
Mexicali Rose fairy
duster shrub requires
virtually no pruning or
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A Modern Point of

Framed by the meandering crests of Mummy
Mountain, a multi-armed cactus, mesquite tree and
rows of ornamental grasses soften the lines of the
home’s contemporary architecture.

Panoramic vistas inspire a Paradise Valley couple
to create an outdoor living space that softens the
boundaries between structured and scenic.
BY WYNTER HOLDEN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID B. MOORE

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ome home buyers overlook a prime location because
of a few cosmetic flaws, while others can see past
the peeling paint and cracked walls of a house built
in the Nixon era. For one California transplant and
her husband, the decision to purchase a 1969 Paradise
Valley adobe horse ranch and scrape the 2-plus-acre
plot down to bare bones was easy: The land spoke to
them. “It’s a sweet piece of property,” says the wife,
who was drawn in by the scenic views of Mummy
Mountain and the tip of Dixie Peak in the Phoenix

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“

It’s about framing the view.
The landscape transitions from
these carefully gridded spaces
where you
live, out to
the desert
where
there’s not
a lot of
formality.

”

—JEREMY MCVICARS, LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

Mountains Preserve. “You would never know that a
sprawling metropolis extends as far as the eye can see.”
The homeowners contracted landscape designer
Jeremy McVicars, to create a low-water desert garden
that would meld seamlessly with the sleek lines and
cantilevered roofs of their newly constructed contemporary dwelling. The result is a study in balancing the
wild and unfettered nature of the desert landscape with
the sharp, exacting shapes of a modern build. “We like
to follow the architecture of the home, so we built grids
and lines of plants from that,” McVicars says.
At the front entrance, pristine rows of lush grasses
and silvery-green agaves stand in regimental formation, guarding over a century-old saguaro tucked
into a walled bed. Desert grasses are slow-growing,
McVicars says, which makes them ideal for xeriscaping. “It’s not just about the water impact, it’s also the
energy that goes into maintaining it. You have to trim
a hedge every week, but grasses only a few times a
year,” he explains. While most of the grasses on the

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Cantilevered roof lines at the back of the home provide valuable shade for the firesticks, bushy tufts of
muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) and spiky succulents bordering the lap pool.

The patio fireplace casts a warming glow on one of the home’s many outdoor
entertaining spaces; a large dining area adjacent to the retractable glass walls.

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property fade to brown in the cooler months, a perfectly
spaced row of muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris)
in the backyard turns a dusky shade of pink each fall.
Retractable glass walls in the home’s kitchen
lead to a serene outdoor dining area overlooking
the pool, framing an unobstructed view of Mummy
Mountain that could easily inspire a landscape artist’s
masterpiece. Tucked into every alcove, crevice and
planting bed are verdant vignettes replete with cacti,
low-growing grasses, willowy palo verde trees and
hardy succulents such as crimson-tipped ‘Fire Sticks’
(Euphorbia tirucalli). “The gardens contribute to a sense
of calm; it’s a very soothing place to hang out,” the
wife says.
A step path over artificial grass leads to the large
rectangular lap pool where her husband finds his Zen
moments. An inset entertaining space with seating and
a fire pit is sunken into the space, creating the illusion
of floating in a tranquil sea. “We wanted to make it feel
like you’re surrounded by water without actually being

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in it,” says McVicars, who collaborated on the pool and
fire pit design. “It’s a really unique experience.”
Another of the home’s more unusual architectural
features is a semi-enclosed rooftop deck overlooking
the rolling desert hills to the west and north. Here,
McVicars planted pencil cactuses around the perimeter
to soften the space without blocking the million-dollar

views. A custom drainage system that captures rainwater provides an eco-conscious addition to the drip
irrigation used throughout the gardens. “It’s hard to get
water up there, so working with the builder, we created
a system to get plants there so it didn’t feel too dry and
stark,” says McVicars.
Appointed with a cozy fireplace and seating area,
the terrace is an extension of the garden and a poignant
reminder of why the couple chose to relocate to
Paradise Valley. While some gardens are created to
provide an oasis that distracts from the hustle and
bustle of city surroundings, these homeowners knew
they had already found their slice of paradise. “We’re
very fortunate to be in this space,” the wife says, looking at the dusk sunset casting a purple-pink light on
the preserve. “I know how lucky we are to be here and
have this view.”
For more information, see Sources.

Agave and myoporum in full bloom perch beneath a covered rooftop patio
surrounded by pencil cactus.

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Hello Friends,
Gardening in Arizona is different from other regions and can
be overwhelming unless you learn how to succeed in a hot, dry
climate. For more than 25 years, I’ve
been helping people create, grow and
maintain beautiful landscapes that
thrive in the desert.
My journey began three decades ago
when I killed all my plants in my
Phoenix yard. I felt like a failure but
was determined to figure out how to
garden successfully in my new desert
home. I Iearned a lot and was hooked.
I went on to obtain my degree in plant
biology, with a concentration in urban
horticulture from ASU and have never
looked back.
I am known by many as “AZ Plant Lady” and have authored a
book on gardening in the Southwest. I also work as a landscape
consultant and speaker. I enjoy teaching classes at the Desert
Botanical Garden and Tucson Botanical Gardens, along with
online courses on desert gardening. I do this all to help Southwest
dwellers realize the potential of their landscapes.

DON’T PRUNE SHRUBS
OR GROUNDCOVERS
TOO EARLY.
Are your plants looking brown and crispy from frost
damage? Or are you anxious to give a bit of a trim? While
it’s tempting to remove damaged foliage, wait until the
threat of frost has passed in your region. Spring is the
ideal time to prune—however, we don’t want to do so
too early, which could cause damage to frost-tender
plants if another freeze occurs. Many plants in the desert
landscape, including bougainvillea, hibiscus, lantana and
yellow bells, are susceptible to cold damage.
In low- to mid-altitude desert areas, March or April
are usually safe for trimming. In my low-desert garden, I
sometimes cheat and cut back my plants early by looking
at the long-range weather forecast until around midFebruary. If there is no projection for 10-14 days of temps
dipping into the 30s, I know I can safely prune. In mid- to
high-altitude elevations, look at the forecast two weeks
before your average last frost date to see if you can safely
shear a little early.
Spring is our busiest pruning season, and in our April/
May issue, we will discuss what and how much to prune
for the health and beauty of your plants.

You will notice some changes to our garden checklist as we refocus
our content on issues relevant to this region, such as responding to
the challenges of an increasingly hot climate and ensuring water
efficiency. I want to help you in your garden journey, so please
send me your questions (and there are no “dumb” questions) to
mail@azplantlady.com.
Noelle Johnson, Horticulturist
“AZ Plant Lady,” azplantlady.com
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ILLUSTRATION BY GARY HOVLAND

Pink blossoms on a
peach tree add beauty to
the early spring garden.

LOW TO MIDDLE
ELEVATIONS

Monthly Garden Tasks
PRUNE back rose bushes to 1 to 2 feet from

the ground by the end of February. Roses
bloom on new wood, so winter maintenance
will keep them healthy and productive.
Remove any brown dead wood, along with
any thin branches that are less than the width
of a pencil. Prune to an outward-facing bud,
which is a small bump where new growth
will occur, to create an open shape. Pull off
all remaining leaves to get rid of hiding pests
and diseased foliage. Fertilize existing roses
in March using a rose fertilizer.

PLANT fruit trees such as apple, peach and
plum in February. Due to our short winters,
look for varieties that do well with lowchilling hour requirements (the amount of
time temperatures are below 45 degrees)
that are needed for fruit production. March
is a great time to add citrus trees. Look for
‘Arizona Sweet’ varieties of oranges, which
are excellent for juicing and peeling. Avoid
planting fruit trees in reflected heat areas
near walls or pavement, which can stress
them during summer. Fertilize citrus trees in
February with a fertilizer formulated specifically for citrus.

ADD compost and aged manure to the vege-

table garden. Apply 2 inches of compost
and 1 inch of aged manure on top of the
soil—there is no need to mix it into the
soil layer underneath in existing vegetable
gardens. Plant cucumber, eggplant, melons,
peppers and tomatoes once the threat of frost
has passed.

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My houseplants have a
fungus gnat problem. I tried
Neem oil and insecticidal
soap to no avail. Finally, I
gave up and changed out
the dirt. Things were fine
for a month, but the bugs
are back. They get into
my coffee, water and wine
glasses—I’m ready to replace
this with a fake plant.
Fungus gnats are an
unwelcome sight for
houseplant owners. These
tiny insects eat the organic
matter in your potting mix and
lay their eggs on the surface.
While the adults are the most
noticeable, the larvae of fungus
gnats cause the most damage
by feeding on the plant’s roots.
To kill the adults and larvae,
trap the adults. Pour 2 inches
My winter garden is “blah” and colorless. I want to add lower-water-use plants that will

of apple cider vinegar into a

provide much-needed cold-weather color instead of thirsty flowering annuals. Is that

bowl. Cover the bowl with clear

even possible?

plastic wrap and poke small
holes in it with a toothpick. The

You can have beautiful color through winter in the low- and mid-altitude desert elevations.

adult gnats will fly through the

Some cool-season favorites that add welcome color through the winter into spring: Valentine

holes but won’t be able to get

bush (Eremophila maculata, ‘Valentine’) blooms and lasts through April. I love its reddish-pink

out. To kill the larvae on the

flowers. Another prized choice is chuparosa (Justicia californica), which adds a lovely red-

soil, mix one part hydrogen

orange splashes and is a massive favorite of hummingbirds. Finally, the flowering spikes of

peroxide with four parts water,

firecracker penstemon (Penstemon eatonii) are my top choice for winter and spring color.

and drench the soil surface.
To prevent future infestations,
water plants less often, allowing
the soil to dry out a bit before
watering again. Make sure your
pot drains well and isn’t sitting
in standing water. Finally, add
a 1-inch layer of pebbles or
pea gravel around your plant,
covering the soil surface. The

HARVEST FRUIT FROM CITRUS TREES once they ripen to deter roof rats who
like to eat the sweet pulp. These unwelcome pests can cause damage around
your house by chewing on drip irrigation tubing and electrical wires. Check
underneath your trees every few days and pick up any fallen grapefruit, oranges,
lemons or limes from the ground that attract insects such as ants and fruit flies. If
you have an excessive harvest, offer some to your neighbors or contact your local
food bank to see if they are accepting donations.

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pebbles help prevent the pests
from reaching the soil to lay
their eggs. Using both of these
approaches will help deter
fungus gnats without using
pesticides.

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A CREATIVE APPROACH TO

TRANSFORMING
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eople often experience
reluctance to get rid of
plants in their landscape.
Perhaps you hesitate to pull
out a plant because you feel bad
or wasteful
removing one that
is perfectly healthy. It could
be that something existing
has failed to flourish, or you
moved into a house that has
flora you don’t care for. So what should you do—
live with a plant you don’t like or replace it with
one you will enjoy?
I encourage you to remove plants you don’t
want. If this is hard for you, remember that the
role of your garden is to bring you joy with its
appearance or function, such as shade, privacy,
attracting pollinators, etc. If something no longer
serves those needs, consider replacing it with
another one that will. Use your precious garden
space on plants that you will enjoy instead of
those you don’t.
Plant earlier to beat the summer heat. With
hotter summers, it’s time to rethink the ideal time

When is it time
to say goodbye?

A rock penstemon (Penstemon
baccharifolius) struggles to
survive during record-breaking
summer heat.

to add to our gardens. To survive
the summer heat, a plant must have
a healthy root system, which is critical
for absorbing water and nutrients. Without a
sufficient root system, plants struggle to survive—
especially in our summer heat. New plantings
undergo stress as they adjust to a new location
and different soil and sun exposure, all while
concentrating their energy on growing new roots.
Past recommendations focused on fall and
spring as ideal times to add plants. Fall is still the
best time as it gives new additions three seasons
to grow a large root system before the heat of
summer arrives. However, with increasingly hot
summers, plants are added in mid- to late spring
may not have enough time for sufficient root
growth before hot temperatures arrive. Adding
new plants in fall, winter and early spring is
best. Avoid planting in summer or late spring to
increase the plant’s chances of surviving an extrahot summer.

Many of my plants struggled in the heat last summer, especially my cape honeysuckle.
Now that the weather has cooled off, it is looking much better. I’m worried about how
it will fare if we have another summer of intense heat. Should I get rid of it?
Last summer was one for the record books,
and I lost some plants in my own garden, while
others struggled. In the future, we are likely to
experience hotter-than-average summers.
Cape honeysuckle (Tecoma capensis) does

Cape honeysuckle
shrubs do best in
filtered shade to
help them cope
with hot summer
temperatures.

best in filtered sunlight exposures but may still
struggle in high-heat conditions. If you keep
your cape honeysuckle, cover it in summer
with 50% shade cloth if it shows signs of heat
stress, such as browning leaves and sparse
foliage. Keep the shade cloth on until midSeptember, once temperatures have begun
to cool. Ultimately, I would consider replacing
it with a more heat-tolerant shrub with a similar appearance, such as ‘Crimson Flare’ (Tecoma
× ‘Crimson Flare’) or ‘Bells of Fire’ tecoma (Tecoma × ‘Bells of Fire’), both of which are more
tolerant of hot temperatures and full sun exposure.

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BY LORI A. JOHNSON

WINTER BLOOMS
Fab

Does your yard suffer from winter doldrums? If year-round color is on
your garden wish list, plant these desert natives this spring for a more
vibrant and ecologically diverse flower garden by next winter.

Parry’s Penstemon

Coulter’s Lupine

(Penstemon parryi)

(Lupinus sparsiflorus)

n Perennial n Blooms: Pink; winter to spring n 2'-4'H by 2'-3'W
n Well-drained soil n Zones 8-10 n Full sun n Low water; low

n Annual n Blooms: Purple; winter to spring n 4"-18"H by 12"-18"W

n Well-drained soils n Zones 2-12 n Full sun n Low water; low

maintenance n Attracts: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds

maintenance n Attracts: Bees, birds, butterflies

lso called desert penstemon
and native to the Sonoran
Desert, P. parryi’s vibrant pink
to magenta flower stalks begin
to bloom as early as February
extending into spring. This
low-maintenance perennial
can be grown from seed or
as purchased plants. WHY WE
LIKE IT: This drought-tolerant
prolific bloomer makes an ideal accent plant for xeriscapes and only
needs to be watered when winter rains are infrequent. The upright
clusters of tubular flowers make penstemon ideal for attracting
pollinators, especially hummingbirds.

member of the pea family,
Coulter’s lupine is native
to the Sonoran, Mohave, and
Chihuahuan deserts. There are
as many as 23 different species
of lupine in Arizona. Note:
this plant is toxic and should
not be consumed—may not
be safe around pets. WHY WE
LIKE IT: Often found alongside poppies, Coulter’s lupine is one of the most common Sonoran
Desert wildflowers and blooms as early as January and into May. Its
drought and heat resistance makes it ideal for xeriscape gardens. It’s
also a host plant for several species of butterflies.

Desert Globemallow

Goodding Verbena

(Sphaeralcea ambigua)

(Glandularia gooddingii)

n Perennial n Blooms: Orange; winter to spring; orange

n Perennial n Blooms: Purple; winter to spring n 12"-18"H by 24"36"W n Well-drained soils n Zones 8-11 n Full sun n Low water; low
maintenance n Attracts: Butterflies

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n 1'-6'H by 1'-6'W n Well-drained soils n Zones 6-10B n Full sun

n Low water; low maintenance n Attracts: Bees, butterflies

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esert globemallow, with its
brilliant orange cup-shaped
flowers, requires little or no
supplemental water when kept
compact but can be irrigated
for more luxurious growth.
Prune nearly to the ground
in the fall to promote growth
during the active winter season.
WHY WE LIKE IT: Native desert
globemallow blooms are most commonly orange, but other colors
are also available at nurseries, such as pink, red, lavender and white.
Ideal for xeriscapes and wildflower gardens, globemallow can add
a riot of color to your yard when planted in a multitude of hues.

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oodding verbena is sometimes mistaken for purple
lantana, which is in the same
family, but upon closer inspection, the flower and leaf shapes
are different. This verbena is
native to arid regions of the
Southwest and should be
watered regularly during its
blooming period if winter rains
are infrequent. WHY WE LIKE IT: With its showy purple blooms, this
verbena provides a splash of color to a winter garden and makes a
good companion plant to penstemon. It’s ideal for xeriscape planter
beds, borders and wildflower gardens, attracting butterflies and other
pollinators to your yard.
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At age eight, I knew I was going to be an artist. Education provided me
with painting skills to compliment my creativity. It has been rewarding to
achieve the title Master Artist. In addition to my passion for oil painting, I
have enjoyed teaching college level art classes, holding workshops and
private tutoring. My paintings are in several international, domestic and
local homes, galleries and museums.
My studio in Pine, AZ provides me with “Pine Time” to create compositions
of AZ History. An Exhibit of 16 such paintings are on display at the Tubac
Presideo Museum in Tubac, AZ. Several of my paintings are a permanent exhibit at the Booth Museum in Cartersville, GA. Commissions are
accepted.
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The painting featured here, “The Lesson”, represents me as the
Great-Grandpa, holding our Great-Grandson, Chase, teaching him the
trajectory of his arrow. Wind velocity, sunlight and shadows are only a
few that place subtle adjustments on how accurate his arrow will be. The
headress was made by the Sioux Indians in South Dakota.
It is an honor and pleasure to be recognized as a Phoenix Home &
Garden’s “Master Artist”…..Thank You.

WILLIAM H. AHRENDT

WilliamAhrendt.com
bill@williamahrendt.com
928.476.3636 | 480.390.9607

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ERIC KRUK PHOTOGRAPHY

I am proud to be in this talented alumni group!
Design is an interesting balance of creativity and the coordination of many details.
Each week, we explore conceptual design ideas and then dive deep into the
details to make them work. I love the process of collaborating with our clients and
skilled professionals to create livable, luxurious homes.

AMY KLOSTERMAN
AB DESIGN ELEMENTS

amy@abdesignelements.com
602.525.0921
@abdesignelementsllc

In the past few years, all of us have spent more time at home working, entertaining, and also relaxing, so we have experienced our interior spaces in new
ways. We love expansive floor plans and view windows but we also need quiet
spaces to work or escape. Our homes are an important place for both wellness
and smart-home efficiency.
AB Design Elements provides award-winning interior architecture and design
for luxury renovations and new custom homes, as well as furnishings at a turnkey
level. With all of our projects, we celebrate the beauty of home!

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Candelaria Design is a luxury residential architecture firm founded in 1999 by Architect
Mark Candelaria and led by him and his partners Meredith Thomson, Tim Mathewson
and Evelyn Jung. The award-winning firm’s 25-year portfolio includes various styles of
custom homes, remodels, and boutique commercial spaces that are timeless and inspiring.
While most of our projects are located in Arizona, today we have homes built across the
country and even worldwide!
Candelaria Design is a team of dedicated architects, designers and support staff all sharing the same values of personal customer service, quality design, and building friendships
along the way. With annual lifestyle tours to Italy and Spain, regularly cooking for clients
and vendors, and groundbreaking parties, the process of designing your dream home
is so much more than just producing a set of plans to our team - designing a home is
the creation of an enhanced way of living. A Candelaria Design project is designed to
embody the wishes, memories, and soul of our clients.

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MARK CANDELARIA
602.604.2001 | candelariadesign.com
6900 E. Camelback Rd.
Ste. 400 | Scottsdale

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It was very humbling and a tremendous honor to be included in this Amazing group of
Architects, Designers, Builders and Artisans that make up the Masters of the Southwest from
Phoenix Home and Garden. You all inspire me to be better at my craft every day! “I praise
God every day for the opportunities he gives me.” “I Love what I do”, and am thankful
for the Amazing clients I get to do all this work for! “Every day is different and the one ofa- kind designs we create for our clients are always challenging and unique.” Being in a
place that is experiencing so much growth allows us to be selective with the projects we
take on and helps push our skills to the next level. None of my work would be successful
without the many talented builders, interior dsigners, landscape architects, artisans and
craft people that we have the privilege of working with.
“Blessings!!”

CARSON ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
carsonarchitectureanddesign.com
480.905.1712

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“Architects are born with a passion to create,
and are forever blessed with a powerful imagination. We employ these talents to help people
realize their dreams, to seek an authentic connection that results in a beautiful home inside
and out.
For me, nothing is more delightful than seeing
how happy a person is in their new home. It
feels so good to hear their excitement as they
share their family and friends’ enthusiasm, admiration, and support.
As a successful architect with decades of experience, I’ve been lucky to help some truly joyful
and happy clients. Thank you all so much!”

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“They say do what you love and you’ll never work a day
in your life. That is architecture to me.”

CLINT MILLER
ARCHITECT

480.889.4660 | Carefree
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clintmillerarchitect.com
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I have long admired the architects and design professionals that have been honored as Masters of the Southwest by Phoenix Home & Garden. When I learned
that I was to be included with this exclusive group, I was thrilled. Today, this honor
continues to increase my passion for architecture.
The project of which I am proudest, is my first adobe home. This home became the
building block for many adobe homes to follow. For the next 20 years, I was consumed with ‘real load-bearing’ adobe structures. The adobe homes that I designed
ranged from very modest to the most elaborate homes. Today, I design homes for
clients in many different styles leaning in a modern direction.

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How has your work evolved since winning?

Projects have become more focused on Xeriscaping and integration with the existing
Sonoran desert environment. I have seen an increased appreciation by clients for native
plant salvage and re-vegitation of disturbed areas. Often, clients will reach out to change
their thirsty legacy yards into refined, yet sustainable, low-water using xeriscapes.

Tip/Advice you’d give to homeowners looking to renovate or build their
dream home:

Home values are driven by curb appeal. Investing in a home should include a generous
budget for landscaping. Landscapes are living things and as they age may decline due
to the climate that we enjoy, and desert fauna can take their toll especially in areas outside your private living space. Landscaping is not a one time purchase but when money
is spent wisely it can bring years of enjoyment and increase resale value of your home.

Where would we find you or what would we find you doing when
you’re not working your craft?

My passion is landscaping and I find myself doing and studying landscaping in my free
time. I enjoy a personal library of books about landscapes. I do enjoy watching KU Basketball and the Arizona Cardinals. Occasionally, I enjoy a Valley Youth Theatre production
or rocking out to my favorite AZ rock band, Cosmic Shindig.

DONNA WINTERS,
ENCHANTED GARDEN
LANDSCAPE, INC.
480.483.7289 | Phoenix
enchantedgardenaz.com
21602 North 21st Ave.
ROC #130250

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HIGH DESERT DESIGNS
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High Desert Designs was founded by Phoenix Home and Garden’s 2017
Masters of the Southwest Award winner Chad Norris. As an Arizona native growing up in the landscape industry, Norris has honed his skills and created an artistic
landscape approach that provides stunning designs. Using the home’s exterior
landscape as the canvas, High Desert Designs creates impactful, luxury outdoor
environments showcasing unique, living art plant combinations, along with functional designs to relax and entertain. After each design and install project, High
Desert Designs provides its clients with a concierge landscape maintenance
service to maintain the beauty of the home and protect the investment. Leaving
an imprint and improving its client’s quality of life is the high-bar set on each
one of the team’s design projects. Truly embracing the creative process, High
Desert Designs is driven to create an experience for its clients that exceeds their
expectations by aiming to elevate their landscape to a higher level.

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2014 PH&G Master of the Southwest architect Erik Peterson leads a 30
person team headquartered in Scottsdale with satellite office in Beverly
Hills. From starting his career with the famed Taliesin Architects to celebrating his 20 year anniversary last year with PHX Architecture, Erik has
touched some of Southwest’s most iconic projects. The Bench at Pebble
Beach to The Country Club at DC Ranch to Colonial Country Club in Fort
Worth; The AZ Biltmore Resort to The Wigwam Resort to The Maybourne
Beverly Hills. His firm’s reputation for bespoke luxury homes, private golf
clubs, and iconic hospitality has won them numerous national awards
and published in the top design journals. The firm is passionate about
delivering award-winning results for every project they are a part of
and they strive to exceed clients’ expectations. They believe that the
best architecture has positive impacts on a person’s well-being.

PHX ARCHITECTURE
480.477.1111 | phxarch.com
15990 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop
Ste. C-100 | Scottsdale | @phxarch

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It was such an honor to be named a Master of the Southwest two years ago by
Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine. This designation has allowed me to forge
new and deepen existing relationships within the greater Phoenix residential design
and building community. I will always be grateful to Phoenix Home and Garden
for the award. Over the last year, R.J. Gurley Construction has completed notable
projects within the golf communities of Desert Mountain and Estancia and an
incredible hillside residence in Carefree has wrapped up. A challenging custom
home on the Paradise Valley Country Club is nearing completion with a “master”.
In 2024, I am looking forward to beginning a Paradise Valley project with yet
another “Master.”

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What have you been up to since being awarded Phoenix Home & Garden Masters
of the Southwest recognition?
We have had the pleasure of continuing to serve our clients, many of whom return to us
season after season, either to refresh older projects or start something completely new.
And our company continues to grow as we welcome new homeowners who have
followed our work and choose to partner with us based on our exceptional reputation
for outstanding designs and thoughtful, personalized service. We’re so appreciative
of our clients and are excited to move forward with fresh and innovative concepts.
What has happened since being named a MOTSW that you didn’t expect?
Our clients often tell us that they have sought us out based on our reputation, and
when we complete their projects, that we’ve exceeded their expectations. They started with a vision, and when we finish designing and installing their new landscape,
they are thrilled to discover that the final result is far beyond what they originally
imagined. We have always strived for excellence in everything we do. Our clients
know this and hold us to our high standards, which in turn motivates us to work even
harder to create an environment that is even better than we anticipated. We want
to remain at the top of our game, and we work hard to keep our client’s priorities
the number one focus.
What are your tips for homeowners wanting to create a dream landscape?
Having a master plan with a clearly defined vision and hiring a licensed professional
to bring that vision to life is something that I’ve always said is the first priority. Without
that roadmap, a project can flounder, potentially failing to meet expectations, and
possibly even costing more than is really necessary. But with the right plan and people,
the possibilities are endless.

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Masters of the Southwest

Since 1990, Phoenix Home & Garden magazine has recognized more than
300 Valley creatives with our highest honor. On these pages, we are proud to
introduce you to five more individuals who personify the best of the Southwest.

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JAIMEE ROSE
Interior Designer

C. P. DREWETT
Architect

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PHIL SHELTON
Tile Pioneer

GREG HUNT
Builder

MARY ESTES
Landscape Architect

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“Scale isn’t what drives me
in architecture.
It’s the site and the fact
that we get to make
people’s lives better.”
C. P. Drewett
Architect

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Architect C. P. Drewett
gives names to many of
his residential projects.
In North Scottsdale,
“The Crusader” is an
homage to his father,
who flew F-8 Crusader
fighters for the Marines.
The home features
a wing-like roofline
that cantilevers over a
negative-edge pool.

“
JEFF ZARUBA

In architecture, there
mining the depths and

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are infinite solutions. I love
finding those solutions.

”

—C. P. DREWETT, architect

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WERNER SEGARRA

At “Ebony and Ivory” in Paradise Valley, a massive wall of ivory chipped-face limestone serves as the
backdrop for an indoor-outdoor bar. Lighting is integrated into the alder-plank ceiling.

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JEFF ZARUBA

A view of The Crusader
reveals its layered
rooflines and setting in
the desert.

JEFF ZARUBA

On a late afternoon, the sun is slipping behind
Camelback Mountain as architect C. P. Drewett sits at the dining table of one of his recently

The Crusader’s travertine and steel fireplace adds warmth
to the living room and kitchen, while cedar-clad ceilings and
stone countertops give the setting an organic appeal.

completed houses in Paradise Valley, recalling details of the gracefully
minimalist 6,500-square-foot residence. “This was a challenging lot,”
Drewett says. “It’s right on a busy street, and that’s where the views of
Camelback Mountain are. We had to create internal views and capture
the mountain but provide privacy.”
Indeed, the house wraps around and opens onto a Zen-like courtyard. Inside, bands of high windows capture the mountaintop without the road’s distractions. While no two of Drewett’s homes are alike,
this one exhibits many of the hallmarks that have made him the go-to
architect for spare, modernist design:
interiors and exteriors that bleed into
one another, light-drenched rooms,
the reductive use of elegant materials,
tone-on-tone hues, voluminous spaces
and, for serious cooks and serial entertainers, double kitchen islands that can
handle a crowd.
“C.P. Drewett is willing to take risks
and walk outside the limits when it
comes to his architecture,” says interior designer and fellow Phoenix Home
& Garden Master of the Southwest
Claire Ownby, a frequent collaborator on projects. “His scale and proportion are genius. People feel good in
his spaces.”
The road to Drewett’s design success
was not typical. Rather than a childhood filled with time absorbing art
and architecture, Drewett’s background was more hands-on, practical. “My dad was a Marine Corps aviator and in the Army National
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WERNER SEGARRA

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Ebony and Ivory’s
indoor-outdoor
appeal is thanks to
pocketing glass walls
that disappear when
open, creating a
pavilion-like setting.

Guard,” he explains. “We moved every two years,
so I’m from nowhere and everywhere.” Along with
the relocation, his father would zero in on “the
worst house in the best neighborhood” and set to
work remodeling their homes, enlisting his willing
son to help him with everything from drywall to
furniture-making. “We were the first ‘fix and flippers’
back then,” Drewett remembers. “My father and I could
work together without speaking—we were so in tune.
I still love working with people that way.” Remodeling the family homes morphed into after-school and
summer jobs in construction, where he tackled everything from framing and masonry to cabinet making. “I
stapled insulation one summer,” he says. “It was itchy
and the worst.”
Eventually, Drewett learned to appreciate the art of
building, which led to an interest in architecture. “I loved
the infinite solutions,” he says, “mining the depths and
finding what works. That’s still what makes me tick.” To
help pay for school, he joined the National Guard at 17,
then headed to Louisiana State University for a bachelor’s in architecture. With family in the area, Drewett
chose Phoenix as the city where he could launch his
career, scheduling 14 interviews with architecture firms
in two days during one spring break trip.
Drewett got lucky and found positions at local firms
but realized that working for others wasn’t in the cards
for him. “I wanted to be someplace where I could invest
in myself,” he explains. “It turns out, that was launching
my own company in 2001.”
With the support of his wife, Elizabeth, who now
handles marketing and human resources for the firm,
Drewett turned his Phoenix home’s dining room into
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Ebony and Ivory’s outdoor living space includes a pool with an integrated spa and sun shelf, plus crisp beds planted with desert natives.

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By night, Ebony and Ivory’s architectural lines are reflected in the pool’s water, as are the flames from the
fire pit.

his first office and lucked out when one of his first solo
residential projects was chosen to be a public designers’
show house and toured by thousands. “That house was
fodder for our phone ringing,” Drewett says. “It was
100% my first calling card.”
Fast-forward some two decades, and Drewett’s
firm now numbers 24 members, including his son,
Langdon, a recent architecture grad. Keeping laserfocused on work, Drewett estimates he’s completed
more than 500 projects, mostly residences, but some
commercial and hospitality work as well. While his
average house project is between 7,000 and 8,000
square feet, he points out the yin and yang of his work,
ranging from 750-square-foot, built-to-rent home
units in Buckeye to a 70,000-square-foot abode on 250
acres in the north Valley called “STRATA,” immortalized in a coffee table book.
With his work, Drewett enjoys the process of collaboration, particularly when it comes to interiors. “I am a
serial collaborator,” Drewett says. “I like hearing other
people’s voices in my work.” He often works with
Ownby as well as David Michael Miller, also a Master
of the Southwest, and other designers who appreciate
his restrained approach. “C. P. is a welcoming pro who
embraces your ideas and gives you running space,” says
Miller, who worked with Drewett on the STRATA

residence and other houses. “It’s not ‘architecture
first, then interiors’ with him. Everything evolves on
a common timeline.”
Though not following trends, part of Drewett’s success
has been his uncanny knack for knowing what the market
wants, creating Mediterranean-influenced abodes for
Scottsdale’s Silverleaf community, interpreting farmhouse
influences for Arcadia, channeling organic touches for
desert houses and, for a recent enclave of 11 Drewettdesigned homes in Paradise Valley, going full-out
modernist, thanks to his architectural heroes such as
Mies van der Rohe and Renzo Piano.
How does he do it? “I guess I have a nose for it,” he says.
“I try to pay attention to all kinds of design—automotive,
textiles, fashion, colors. It feeds my designs.” Drewett’s
prediction for the next architectural influences? Art Deco
as well as Arts and Crafts motifs. Don’t expect versions
of the Chrysler Building or Gamble House to pop up on
his drawing board. Instead, he says, look for subtle details,
such as finishes or exposed joinery.
For now, though, Drewett is content with his work
and his deep legacy of completed projects. “I hope that
everything I do has some kind of history,” he says. “By
that I mean, 50 years from now, I hope people will still
appreciate the design.”
For more information, see Sources.

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ABOVE In the north Valley,

the “STRATA” estate
home makes the most
of its remote desert
setting, with great
room window walls that
disappear, revealing an
innovative glass and
brass shelving system.

A painting by Cleve Gray adds a colorful touch to the interior of STRATA, where
rammed earth walls and Douglas fir ceilings flow indoors and out.

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In STRATA’s primary bathroom, a suspended vanity
allows for views of acres of private desert.

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Limestone pavers,
rammed earth walls and
a Douglas fir-clad ceiling
lead visitors to STRATA’s
entry.

WERNER SEGARRA (3)

Cantilevered roof
forms, monolithic
rammed earth walls and
rectangles of desert
plantings mark the front
facade of STRATA.

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At STRATA, Drewett mixed
bold materials, including
steel, wood, concrete and
rammed earth.

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“Listening
is the greatest skill
that a designer
can have.”
Jaimee Rose
Interior Designer

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In an older Phoenix neighborhood,
one house stands out, like the prettiest girl or most handsome boy in a class picture.

“Simplicity is important to me,” interior designer Jaimee Rose
asserts. In this space, she and her team tried rugs, side tables and
plants. “In the end, that powerful art and whimsical bench were
best left alone.”

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Singular, striking and nuanced in detail, this is the one that catches
your eye—not because it is in any way ostentatious, but because it is
evident that every inch of this building was very carefully considered, planned and delivered by its owner, Jaimee Rose.
With scores of interior design projects under her belt here in
the Valley and stretching from Utah to Washington, D.C., Rose
has at last built her own dream home. The 4,800-square-foot, fourbedroom Tudor revival charms at first glance and delivers, hands
down. The interiors are warm, luxurious and rich in textural detail.
The designer has a thing for imported drawer pulls, knobs, hinges
and cabinets and is now fluent in overseas vernacular. “In England,
they don’t call it door hardware, it’s door furniture,” she says. “It’s
not a doorbell, it’s a bell push.”
And characteristic of the designer—who always has numerous
irons in the fire—the story didn’t end when she and her husband,
Tyson, recently moved in. She’s already writing a book about
the project.
If anyone has the chops to fearlessly tackle that next chapter, it’s
Rose. Born in Provo, Utah, and raised in Mesa and Gilbert, from
an early age she dreamed of a career as a newspaper reporter. The
journalism major minored in French and interior design. She cut
her teeth as an intern feature writer for both the Baltimore Sun and
Los Angeles Times and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist as a reporter
for the Arizona Republic’s story on the 2011 shooting of thenCongresswoman Gabby Giffords.
“I loved everything about newspapering,” Rose says. “I got to be
a part of this magical period that is gone now, when writers had
the time and space to dive in and have these incredible experiences.
But it was changing as I left.” The luxury of researching and writing
long-form stories gave way to churning out more deadline-driven
news more often.”
When it became evident that “newspapering was not a financially
wise career path,” Rose began doing interiors for friends, which led
to other design opportunities. “It was easy for me,” she says. “I have
always been able to walk into a room and see what it needs, what’s
wrong, what’s out of scale, out of proportion. I have an instinct for
what materials need to be mixed. It’s not anything I have to think
about, and I am so grateful for those instincts. Thanks, Mom.”
Recognizing where her skills needed sharpening, Rose returned
to school to learn AutoCAD, building methods, materials and
construction, which gave her the confidence and knowledge that she
needed. “Then,” she recalls, “it was like a rocket ship to the moon.”

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“I spend a lot of time thinking about hallways, and what can be done to elevate that experience of moving through your home,” Rose
says. “We’ve been doing checkerboard floors for so long, it makes me smile that they’re now having a trendy moment.”

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“

With their words, behavior
and body language, people
are telling you what they
want from you,
from their home.
If you know how to
listen, you can get
a very happy client
very quickly.

”

—JAIMEE ROSE, interior designer

In design, not everything
always comes easily. “We
probably had 10 different
samples made to perfect
the wood finish in this
kitchen,” Rose recalls.
“It had to be just right,
and I never give up. My
mother says tenacity is my
superpower. Also, I love
that our client wanted to
skip the counter stools in
the kitchen, allowing us to
create this gorgeous piece
of floating furniture.”
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A primary bath was in need
of drama and impact. “We
added an arched window
to the shower, paired it
with arched mirrors and a
dramatic bluestone floor,”
Rose says. “Instead of a
problem, it became a plus.”

I FIRMLY BELIEVE IN A BENCH-SEAT SOFA. Multiple cushions
can look messy. A bench seat is a chic way to get a more tailored,
custom look.
LET’S END THE TREND THAT EVERY BATHROOM IN THE HOUSE
MUST BE DIFFERENT. We need continuity, where the home’s
fundamental design storyline carries through. Consistent cabinetry
and floor tile—then we bust a move with lights, mirrors and wall
treatments.
DOWN WITH NICHES. It is the messiest place in the whole shower,
and when you use accent tile, you’re telling people to look there.
I will do anything to hide a shower niche.

ISAAC BAILEY

The Gospel of
Interior Design
According to
Jaimee Rose

HAVE SOMETHING LIVING IN EACH
ROOM, BESIDES YOU. I can’t design
without plants and greens. I won’t do it.
I feel like my hands are tied down.
MIX UP THE MATCHING. We don’t like
pairs of end tables or lamps. Keep your eye
out for things that are special and unique.

GO WITH THE GLOW. I would rather have a million lamps and zero
can lights. You feel prettier, cozier. It’s also important to add fire to a
room if you can have it.
DRAPERIES? NON-NEGOTIABLE. When they go in, the house
feels instantly warm.
DEFY CONVENTION. Details make a room sing. Look for
furnishings that are not round or square. Seek out organic shapes.
CELEBRATE ART. The minute you have artwork on your walls, it
starts to feel like a home. We make sure we incorporate original art
in every project, even if we create it together with the clients and
their kids.

A good material mix is the whole game, Rose
believes. This kitchen vignette features walnut
cabinets and tumbled brick walls paired with
stone, plaster, brass and dark paint. “They all come
together to give a new house the story and patina of
something more elegant, that grew over time,” the
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Fast-forward a decade, and Jaimee Rose Interiors is one of the Valley’s most
sought-after and successful design firms. While she describes her aesthetic as
“collected, neutral and a little European,” she and her staff of 10 collaborate on
projects of diverse styles, spanning Napa modern, to masculine and streamlined, to
industrial organic, to romantic Cotswolds. Her clients range from 25-year-old pro
baseball players to empty nesters. “People who come to us want the full package, the
turnkey experience that we deliver,” she says. “When we walk the finished project
with the homeowners, every surface is styled, down to personal photos—black and
white, of course—in the picture frames; the throw pillows are placed; the beds are
made with freshly steamed sheets. We don’t stop until every detail is on point. You
bring your toothbrush; we bring the rest.”

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Rose firmly believes
that your home should
tell your story. “We built
this gallery wall around
a love note the client
had written on the back
of a grocery bag,” she
says. “We ask our clients
to bring us the things
they’ve saved and can’t
throw away and always
find treasures buried
within.”

The tools she honed as a journalist have served Rose well when it comes to
interior design.
“As a features writer, I was trained to look for the details that matter. I still do that.
For narrative assignments, I wrote about feelings, so I know how to read them,” she
says. “Those skills are surprisingly helpful in presenting a project to a client. You’re
making a sales pitch. You’re selling them your creativity, and you’ve got to explain it
in a way that can be understood. We go through that process with a lot of questions
and answers. Once a reporter, always a reporter.”
For her collaborators, this foundation is invaluable. “I liked Jaimee from the start
because I love and relate to women who don’t have egos but who have strength and
confidence,” says architect Meredith Thompson. “We all hear clients in different
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“If you’re going to go
for color, I love to go
big,” Rose asserts. This
room was designed for
a little girl who loves the
color pink. The feather
chandelier was handmade
by Rose’s mother.

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“A well-designed room looks like the people who live there, and kids’ rooms should reflect those magical, dynamic mini-personalities,”
Rose says. “This is Ivan, who I’ve known almost since he was born. He likes to text me thoughts about his room.”

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“I live to design the back kitchen,” Rose
says. “We plan in so much function, think
through every routine and process, and
make sure these spaces earn their keep.
And of course, it needs to be gorgeous.”

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ways. But Jaimee really listens and can vocalize what the client wants to everyone on
the team. Are we thinking about this correctly? Have we approached this the right
way? Is there a better way? It’s not just about her, she’s thinking about all of these
things at once. That makes her an incredibly strong interior designer.”
Key to that strength is Rose’s immersion in every aspect of a project. “I get very
involved in the architectural process,” she says. “I believe that the home is an architectural envelope. The architecture and the interior need to get along. They need to
be friends.
“I love working with talented architects because we all make each other so much
better,” Rose continues. “I think that improves the finished project. I want to be in
every architectural meeting. I want to talk about the roofline and think with the
architect about materials and how they will flow from the outside to the inside.”
That collaborative spirit is rare, says custom homebuilder Brad Leavitt. “Jaimee
has heavily influenced the exterior architecture on every project I’ve worked with her
on. It’s not very common for a designer to want or have that level of involvement.
Designers like Jaimee who are confident in their understanding demand respect,
and they get it.”
Currently, Rose is collaborating on a rural European-meets-modern Arcadia
dream home with Thompson and a 20,000-square-foot estate in Gilbert with
Leavitt. She has no intention of slowing down. When time allows, she and Tyson
jet off to their favorite destinations, London and Paris, to relax and recharge. “I have
to get out and see new things,” she says. “We all do because it gives you new life. You
need to have fresh experiences that you can translate into new ideas.”

“You know those pieces that catch your eye, and you
tear out a magazine page and save in your idea files
forever? Don’t throw them away,” Rose says. This
backyard pairs function with whimsy.

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This bathroom for two teenage sisters was a space-planning challenge for the design team. “I had the crazy
idea to float a two-sided vanity in the middle of the room, and the good fortune to have a client who believes
in my crazy ideas. When clients trust, incredible things can happen.”

"The rooms I love
most tend toward the
monochromatic,” Rose
says. “I find so much
beauty in form, texture
and architecture, that I
love to hold back on the
color and let the shapes
and materials do the
talking. It feels restful to
me, and quiet—a long,
happy sigh at the end of
the day.”

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“We started with the
light fixture and let that
exaggerated scale be
our big moment,” Rose
says of this great room.

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“Mexican tile’s
popularity cycles
over the years,
but it never goes out
of style. It’s classic.”
Phil Shelton
Tile Pioneer

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The hexagon Castillo series of
tiles are hand-painted in Mexico.

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MELISSA VALLADARES

Phil Shelton is
not someone
given to bouts of
philosophizing or growing sentimental over his life’s work. Trained

as an engineer, he’s instead linear and matter-of-fact
when explaining his history. But trailing him through
the warren of rooms and seemingly acres of storage
units that hold products at his Phoenix company,
Handcrafted Tile Inc., you can see his eyes light up
as he picks up samples of tile he imports from Mexico
or handcrafts on site. “Right here, we’ve got about
80,000 tiles in this storage unit,” Shelton says as he
walks through a space filled with racks of clay tiles and
boxes. “Outside, we’re finishing up some pavers with
coats of linseed oil. And look at this wall of tiles that
we carved and painted in our studio.”
If you’ve lived in the Valley for more than a nanosecond, chances are you’ve been in a home, hotel, restaurant or public space where Shelton’s tiles were a big part
of creating an elegant, regionally inspired ambiance.
After nearly six decades in the business—and at the
age of 90—Shelton is Arizona’s undisputed king of
Mexican tile, selling his product retail and wholesale,
as well as offering tile installation service.
“Phil Shelton blends his engineering precision
and a passion for Mexican crafts to make everything
come together just right,” says landscape architect and
Phoenix Home & Garden Master of the Southwest Greg
Trutza, who has specified Shelton’s products in gardens
for decades. “He goes into the far reaches of Mexico
to get tile that isn’t available elsewhere.” Says interior designer and frequent Shelton collaborator Karen
Rapp, also a Master of the Southwest, “Phil is a treasure trove of Mexican tile history. He’s developed such
deep relationships with his sources over the years and
navigates international trade with ease.”
Growing up in Oregon, Shelton knew nada about
the traditional clay crafts of Arizona’s neighbor to
the south and never considered that this would be his
life’s work. “I was drafted and served in the Korean
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“

People told me you
couldn’t even give
Mexican tile
away, but I
guess they
were wrong.

”

AUSTIN LARUE BAKER

—PHIL SHELTON, owner, Handcrafted Tile Inc.

War,” he says, “and when I came back, I went to
Washington University in St. Louis to study electrical
engineering.” A job with Motorola brought him and
his wife, Sue, to Phoenix. Soon thereafter, he was sent
to the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California to work
as a consultant on the Mariner 64 program, which
measured the atmosphere of Venus. The project gave
him some extra money, and back in Arizona, when a
friend approached him about going into a Mexican
import business, he said yes, thinking it would be what’s
now called a side hustle. It was 1966, and they worked
out of a garage in central Phoenix.
“We started importing cement floor tiles,” Shelton
recalls. “At the time, there was no competition.” A
few years later, Shelton was on his own and moved
the shop to the first of several locations in downtown
Scottsdale. “Our first major project was the Dos
Puertas townhomes on 40th Street and Campbell,”
he recalls. “The developers were Charlotte and Bill
Heuser of Casa Builders, and they wanted Saltillo
tile in each of the houses.”

Shelton admits he didn’t know much about Saltillo,
having been buying it from a retailer in Texas, who
didn’t share his source. Wanting to import it himself,
he took a fruitless 5,000-mile road trip looking for
the tile. “We came back home, then we realized that
Saltillo was not just a tile but a place,” Shelton remembers with a laugh. “We jumped back in the car and
found our source in Mexico. We introduced Saltillo tile
to Arizona.”
Thus began many forays deep into Mexico, where
Shelton developed many contacts and sources for all
things Mexican tile, as well as hand-carved stone,
hand-painted sinks, pottery, tin mirrors and more.
Charlotte Heuser also was the impetus for Shelton to
start importing Talavera tile, taking him on another
trek through Mexico to find import sources.
“I speak enough Spanish to get by, so that’s why I
made sure that my daughter, Kimberly, learned Spanish

OPPOSITE PAGE A powder
room by interior
designer Wendy Black
Rodgers features a
backsplash made with
sea foam green Mexican
Talavera tile. ABOVE
Handcrafted Tile Inc.
took inspiration from
the Orpheum Theatre in
Phoenix to create this
hand-painted, carved
relief design.

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COLE HORCHLER

MELISSA VALLADARES

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ABOVE A Tempe kitchen features signature Saltillo tile and a backsplash done with the Malibu series. Phil Shelton

took the catalogue of the defunct Malibu Tile company in California and had the patterns recreated in Mexico.

LEFT Red terracotta in a fleur-de-lis pattern awaits sealant.

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Two views of a hallway
in a Tempe home,
where Shelton worked
with the homeowner
to do the wainscot in a
classic Talavera tile and
the floor in oil-finished
Saltillo.

COLE HORCHLER

in school,” Shelton says with a wink. The strategy paid
off, with Kimberly Shelton now joining her parents in
the business, facilitating the logistics of Mexican travel
and trade, plus handling the company’s social media.
Along the way, Shelton also developed an art department, initially run by Scottsdale artist Joan Baron when
she was starting her career, along with Naida Brooks,
who has now worked for the company for some 40
years. The artists filled in the gaps of what was not
available to be imported with custom tiles and murals.
Over the decades, Shelton has been the tile source
and, often, installation contractor for projects ranging from a Valley Bank, Macayo’s restaurants and,
more recently, the Omni Montelucia resort in
Paradise Valley, where some 35,000 decorative tiles were
installed. There were houses, hundreds of them, and
Shelton has gone back decades later to the same homes
to oversee tile repairs or replacements. His clients read
like a who’s who of the Valley’s design community—

builders such as Geoffrey Edmunds, Dave Hansen, Jon
Kitchell, Gary Jones and Nance Construction;
architects, including Bennie Gonzales and George
Christensen; landscape designers Jeff Berghoff and
Charlie Ray; and interior designers, including Nancy
Kitchell, Isabel Dellinger Candelaria and others. He’s
done work for Stevie Nicks and Gunsmoke’s Amanda
Blake and has trained his installers so well that many
went on to launch their own successful businesses.
Since moving to Handcrafted Tile Inc.’s present location—a warehouse area near Sky Harbor International
Airport—in 2005, Shelton has not slowed down, even
as he has become a nonagenarian. “Do I plan to retire?”
Shelton asks. “My family wants me to, but I don’t. Making
customers happy makes me happy.”
Trutza puts Shelton into perspective. “Phil is one
of the youngest souls I know. His energy and passion
keep him going.”
For more information, see Sources.

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Rodgers chose Talavera tiles to delineate an
exterior staircase.
AUSTIN LARUE BAKER

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Rodgers also used
custom tiles in a vintage
motif to create a walk-in
shower.

COLE HORCHLER

Deep blue Talavera
wainscotting and a
handpainted Talavera
sink set off the Saltillo
flooring at a Tempe
residence.

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“You start out thinking about
changing the density
of a plot of land and end up
realizing that you impacted
a lot of lives in a great way.”
Mary Estes
Landscape Architect

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A grid of mesquite trees and a ground-mounted misting system are the
focal points of landscape architect Mary Estes’s design at Glendale’s
Haven Church campus . She chose the boulders from a quarry in Marana,
Arizona, and oversaw their placement, arranging them within a void in the
plaza’s paving.

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A curtain of water in
the Serenity Garden at
Yuma’s Regional Medical
Center feeds blue elf
aloes and showcases
a wall of comforting
words.

ABOVE “This is more typical of the scale of work I do,” Estes says of her design of the community pool at

Riata Apartments in Chandler. Water scuppers and date palms are among the details introduced to give the
amenity area a resortlike aesthetic.

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LEFT For the pool area at

The Flats at Santan, an
apartment community
in Gilbert, Estes installed
laser-cut steel panels
that create a shadow
pattern from above
and reveal the sky and
verdant landscape from
below. ABOVE Out front,
the entry roundabout
features date palms
and an ironwood tree
in a raised planter
surrounded by purple
heart, aloe and Mexican
feather grass.

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When a Scottsdale client wanted to obscure the cement fence around her home, Estes collaborated on the design of a wood-slab wall
from slices of olive, citrus, mesquite and ironwood trunks.

Many of landscape architect Mary Estes’s clients
have gone on to become her good friends.
“When I first work with someone, I like to tell them,
‘We’re going to date for a few months,” Estes says, “and
then we’re going to break up and be friends.’”
Befriending former clients means Estes, a principal at Norris Design, gets to watch her work grow
and change.
“I’ll go to a friend’s party and hear someone complimenting the host about how great the garden looks,”
Estes says. “That’s always nice.”
“Mary creates moments in a landscape,” according to
landscape architect and Estes’s former business partner
Shari Zimmerman. “She creates sensory experiences
that make the space more comfortable and relatable.”
Zimmerman refers to Estes as a steward of the environment. “She’s got an affinity for the land,” she states.

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“Mary has always taken sustainability very seriously,
even before that was something people were talking
about. She’s thinking about the client and the design,
but she’s also thinking about what’s good for the soil
she’s going to be working with.”
Estes admits that working with plants wasn’t in her
youthful plans. As a teenager in Texas, Estes thought
of herself as an artist. In high school, she sold some of
her drawings; others won awards.
“I always figured I would study art,” she says. “But
I got to Texas A&M University, and they didn’t have
a fine arts school. I heard about environmental design
and thought, ‘That sounds interesting.’ It’s creative and
artistic but also technical. I liked that it worked both
sides of my brain.”

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LEFT Estes

recommended a steel
roof and sandblasting
dingy white paint from
the same home’s
façade. The carport’s
bright blue steel
pivoting shade panels
protect the area
from western sun. A
salvaged ironwood
tree is surrounded by
plantings that reinforce
the geometry of Estes’s
hardscape design.

ART HOLEMAN (4)

After graduation, Estes moved to New York City
and worked at a small architectural studio while studying urban landscape. In 1996, she became a licensed
landscape architect, then moved on to practices in
Seattle and Phoenix, where she landed 20 years ago.
The colors and surfaces of the Sonoran Desert
have since become her favorites. “Some of the desertadapted plants themselves are a form of sculpture, and
the combination of materials and textures is very exciting. Think about an agave emerging from some soft
grass—there’s so much beauty in that.”
Most days, she still feels like an artist. “Landscape
architecture is a creative discipline, first and foremost,”
Estes says. “But you also must understand how the
related disciplines work. Like how concrete performs,

what the soil is like and whether the environment
will support what you want to do. Then you get to the
creative part.”
Primarily a residential designer, Estes recently
worked on redeveloping the City Housing
Department ’s Edison Eastlake community in
Phoenix. Her part of the project involved expanding
and improving an existing park in a neighborhood
with many inner-city kids who needed one.
“You start out thinking about changing the density
of a plot of land,” she says, “and end up realizing
that you impacted a lot of lives in a great way. It’s a
heady thought.”
When she studied landscape design, Estes didn’t
count on becoming a teacher as part of the bargain.

ABOVE RIGHT The lawn is
sunken and framed by a
steel retaining wall with
a cantilevered bench.
Pavers are spaced to
absorb rainwater from
the roof of the shade
structure. “In the desert,
so much of landscape
architecture is about the
elegant management
of storm water,” Estes
says.

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ABOVE At the home of avid gardeners, herb planters are bracketed by St.

Elmo’s Fire (Russelia x ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’) and totem cactus. LEFT Lady slippers
(Euphorbia macrocarpus) and river rock frame a bubbling water feature.

“There’s so much educating in what we do,” she says of
landscape architecture. “You have to give every client
the ‘why’ and ‘how’ to help them make good choices.
You can’t just say, ‘Well, I know you love that plant, but
it’s not going to love the west side of your house. It’s
too hot there.’”
Homeowner John Meyers found working with Estes
on his and husband Fritz Rumpf ’s property refreshing. “It was wonderful not to be told ‘no’,” he recalls.
“Instead, Mary asked us to think longer term about
what we were planting.”
Rumpf is a gardener who wanted Estes to integrate
fruit trees with 15-foot-long elevated beds where he
could grow lettuce, radishes and tomatoes.

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“The design is harmonious and doesn’t look forced,”
Rumpf reports. “People don’t see a farm—they see a
Zen garden. It’s because Mary listened to what we
wanted instead of telling us what we should have.”
Estes heard Mary Gaudio, too. “The landscapers my
husband and I talked to kept bringing us designs that
didn’t look like what we were asking for,” Gaudio says.
“I was complaining about this to someone at a patio
store, and they said, ‘Oh, call Mary Estes.’”
Gaudio had a drainage problem that Estes quickly
fixed. Next up was the yard’s casita. “It was a monstrosity built by the last owner,” she says. “Mary planted a
cluster of Bismarck palms in the front that have grown
over and softened the structure. She added colorful
prickly pear cactus that draws your attention away
from the casita. She made that ugly structure almost
fade away.”
Estes says her work has never been just something
she does for a paycheck. “I need to eat,” she says with a
laugh. “But the passion I have for landscape architecture outweighs that—and everything else.”
For more information, see Sources.

Estes painted stucco walls a vibrant blue as a backdrop for aloe and agave.

RIGHT When a client
asked for a backyard
amenable to her
pet tortoise, Estes
based her design on
the reptile’s shell. “I
had a heck of a time
finding a geometry
that would work,”
she recalls. “I played
with the shell pattern
scale so that it
worked intentionally
with the elements
the homeowner
wanted to retain.”
Salvaged brown and
gray pavers were laid
in an organic, noncontinuous pattern.
“This project really
stretched me from a
design perspective,”
Estes says.

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SUKHI SINGH

“

I need to eat, but the passion
I have for landscape
architecture outweighs that
— And everything else.

”

—MARY ESTES, landscape architect

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JOHN BIRKEY

As part of her work
on the City Housing
Department’s Edison
Eastlake project, Estes
helped create the
Edison Park Activity
Hub. A trio of colorful
shade structures are
laser-cut with words
of hope suggested by
community members.
“This was also a
significant Hohokam
site,” Estes says, “and so
some of the patterning
you see in the lasercut steel cladding the
shade structures are a
historical reference to
tribal patterning.”

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“I love building
and all the challenges and
relationships that come with it.
Whether it’s a remodel
or a new build, I enjoy
finding unknowns and working
on their solutions.”
Greg Hunt
Builder
BY LAUREN TYDA PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY BY MELISSA VALLADARES

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Builder Greg Hunt
collaborated
with interior
designer Holly
Ogden on the
renovation of a
North Scottsdale
abode.

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LAURA MOSS

In the heart of Cave Creek,
among the rugged terrain and surrounded by saguaros and mature
trees, builder Greg Hunt exudes as much strength and resilience as
the countless homes he has constructed over four decades.
Framed by a backdrop of blue skies and endless mountain views,
he gives a rare glimpse into his compound, a 20-acre ranch along a
winding arroyo with main living quarters he lovingly calls his “tree
house.” A handful of small buildings of reclaimed wood, stone and
rusted metal elicit the rustic charm of an old Western town. “I built
these almost entirely by myself,” Hunt states. “I like things to look
like they were always here.”
His home office, nestled within a barn, stands in humble contrast to
the lavish estates he has built across the Valley. “We’ve done contemporary, traditional, adobe and everything in between,” Hunt says.
“But this place represents me and what I like to do—it’s where I’m
in my element.”
Sitting amid this picturesque scenery, Hunt shares stories of his
childhood on a Midwest farm, reminiscing about the roots that
nurtured his affinity for the outdoors. “I always loved fixing things,”
he says, recalling his early days in rural Missouri. “I knew how to
swing a hammer at a young age. My dad was very frugal. You didn’t
just buy stuff when it broke down—you fixed what you had. I watched
my mother design three of our residences where I was raised. I can
still remember her with a tape measure and a straight edge. During
that time, she instilled in me her love of design and architecture and
the satisfaction of bringing a home to life.”
Hunt’s foray into Arizona was perhaps more serendipitous. “My
high school buddy and I had seen the movie ‘Easy Rider,’ about
two guys who traveled the United States on bikes, so we decided to
emulate that,” he chuckles, recalling a cross-country motorcycle trip
in 1974 that brought him to Arizona. “I ended up here and stayed
because I loved the weather.”
Hunt immediately began working for a construction firm and took
side jobs before obtaining his builder’s license and starting a business
with his wife, Kathy, in 1978. “We did mostly word-of-mouth projects,” he says. “She did the books; I did everything else.”
In 1981, the duo changed the name of their company to GM Hunt
Builders, starting with smaller residences and eventually working
their way up to larger residential homes. “It was slow growth, he
explains. “We weren’t very profitable at first, but Kathy encouraged
me to stick with it. ”
Hunt’s dedication to craftsmanship became the bedrock of his
career. “We have a reputation for quality and getting things done on

time,” he notes. “I’m fortunate to work with a lot of good architects
and interior designers, and some of my employees and trades have
been with me since the beginning. We earned our status as being
100% referral. We don’t advertise and don’t intend to. Our success is
our reputation.”
Architect and fellow Phoenix Home & Garden Master of the
Southwest Michael Higgins calls the builder a “unicorn” in the industry: “He is extremely focused and organized. When Greg gives a
client a move-in date, you can bet on him hitting that date. He is a
schedule-driven builder, and if you disappoint him, that will be your
last project with GM Hunt. He is never afraid to speak up and offer
his opinion for the good of the project and the client.”
Currently, Hunt is working on several projects, including a contemporary home in Paradise Valley with architect Brent Kendle, also a
Master of the Southwest, called Desert Geode. “Few general contractors I have worked with can match Greg’s ability to manage his team,
work out the challenges as they arise and maintain the quality promised to the client, sometimes years in advance,” Kendle says. “He is the
epitome of a no-nonsense, straight-shooting guy. You always know
where things stand, what works and what doesn’t. And he never takes
on more than he knows he can do a stellar job on.”
Beyond his technical expertise, Hunt’s ethos of selecting projects based on the character of the client is a defining trait. “When I
call to see if he is interested in a project, he never asks ‘how big, how
expensive or where is it?’” Kendle says. “Instead, he always asks, ‘Are
they nice people?’”
Away from the bustling city, Hunt finds solace in his barn office,
surrounded by salvaged relics from old job sites.
“Every time I get north of Carefree Highway, it’s like a load comes
off because I know I’m close to home,” he says, eyes glinting through
the tall windows that frame a view of the creek and flourishing wildlife that comes to visit. “I like that solitude. I love nature and working
with my hands.”
His weekends are not for lounging but for nurturing the land and
tending to his passions—tinkering on his ranch with his five grandchildren and replanting and watering trees blighted by wildfire in
Cave Creek.
“I like to think the homeowners I have worked with over the years
respect me and enjoyed the process,” he muses on his career. “In some
cases, I’ve done homes for three or four kids in the same family. That
means a lot to me.”
For more information, see Sources.

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THESE PAGES An interior
remodel in North
Scottsdale that Hunt
and Ogden partnered
on. “Greg is like a guiding
shepherd on a project,”
Ogden says.”There’s a
deep well of experience
and understanding that
he can pull from, which
gives clients peace of
mind. And his ability to
hit a deadline without
compromising quality
is next to none in the
industry.”

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KEVIN BROST (5)

THESE PAGES A whole-home redo on Camelback Mountain presented

challenges for Hunt, architect Brent Kendle, interior designer Paul Buys
and landscape architect Steve Martino.”Because this was a pie-shaped
lot with access only from the street, we had to build things in the right
order, starting from the back,” the builder remembers. “There wasn't
much room to bring in the backhoe. And with the modern design, there's
no room for error. You can't cover things up with stucco.”

“

I have been blessed to
work with the best
builders in the Valley,
and Greg ranks among
the very top.

”

—BRENT KENDLE, architect

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JULIANNE PALMER (2)

THIS PAGE An estate by architect
Mark Candelaria evokes OldWorld charm. “It's a beautifully
designed home with timeless
architecture that will last for
generations,” Hunt says.

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CHRIS LOOMIS (4)

THIS PAGE Inspired by the
Arizona Biltmore, this Paradise
Valley home by architect
Michael Higgins—built by
Hunt, with interiors by Nancy
Kitchell and Chris Brusnighan—
takes cues from Frank Lloyd
Wright architecture with its
ground-face block walls and
columns.”Thanks to these
materials, the home will be
around forever,” Hunt says.
“The block walls are the
finished product. You never
have to paint them. The metal
roof is maintenance-free, and
steel windows last indefinitely.”

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THESE PAGES Candelaria worked with Hunt to rescue a 1920s gem in central Phoenix.
Inspired by French style, the Spanish colonial manse features arched windows, graceful
masonry and chevron-patterned parquet flooring. The facade of the main home was
almost completely redone.

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BY JASON KEIL

Saddle Up

EVENTS

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FEB. 15-25

For 10 days, Scottsdale becomes
the center of the equestrian world.
More than 2,000 of the world’s finest
Arabian horses and their owners,
trainers and breeders from around
the world will compete for a variety
of championship titles across several
categories in an event dubbed
“The Greatest Horse Show on
Earth.” Call for times and ticket
prices. WestWorld of Scottsdale,
16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale,
(480) 515-1500, scottsdaleshow.com

RICARDO GOMES

SCOTTSDALE ARABIAN HORSE SHOW

Strike A Pose
MADONNA
MARCH 16
Rescheduled from July 22, 2023.
For each of the four decades she

FEB. 23-24, MARCH 1-2

pushed pop music forward with

This spring-training-themed music
festival expands to two weekends in
what has become a welcome tradition.
Baseball and rock legends will take
the stage in Tempe for the latest
edition of this event. And when the
headliners include Chris Stapleton,
Dave Matthews Band, Red Hot Chili
Peppers and Jimmy Eat World, you
know this festival is batting a 1.000.
Check the website for set times and
ticket prices. Tempe Beach and Arts
Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway,
Tempe, inningsfestival.com

songs like “Borderline,” “Vogue,”
Search I Find.” To celebrate her
phenomenal collection of hits,
the singer is heading out on tour
with a show that will undoubtedly
push the envelope and make
you get into the groove. 8:30

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p.m. Check the website for ticket
prices. Footprint Center, 201
E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, (602)
379-7800, footprintcenter.com

MARCH 17

We may be biased, but our
sister publication knows
how to throw a party, and
the only thing you need to
bring for this edition of their
food festival is an appetite.
There will be unlimited
bites from the best culinary
minds in the Valley, with
food demonstrations galore.
Proceeds benefit The Joy
Bus Charity. VIP Tickets,
11 a.m.-3 p.m.; general
admission, 12-3 p.m.,
$70-$115, The Clayton
House, 3719 N. 75th St.,
Scottsdale, phoenixmag.
com/dishfest

INNINGS FESTIVAL

has performed, Madonna has

“Ray of Light” and “I Don’t

FOODIES UNITE!

Game On

The Tradition Continues
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP HOOP DANCE CONTEST
FEB.17-18

Every year, in a stunning display
of precision and tradition,
hundreds of indigenous
performers from across North
America will compete for cash
prizes totaling $25,000 and the
title of world champion hoop
dancer. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., $10$25, Heard Museum, 2301 N.
Central Ave., Phoenix, (602) 2528840, heard.org
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Just A Sip
SPILL YOUR GUTS

FEB. 17

OLIVIA RODRIGO

One of the state’s highly attended festivals

FEB. 24

is moving to a larger location. More

It’s no accident that you get a ‘90s vibe
when listening to “Guts,” the second album

than 20 Arizona wineries, along with

by former child star and Grammy-winner

local artists and live music, will be in

Olivia Rodrigo. The “Drivers License” singer

attendance. Bring your appetite because

borrowed liberally from ’90s alternative.

food trucks will serve delicious food

Now, we need to know which boyfriend the

that will pair well with whatever you’re

songs are about. 7:30 p.m. Check website

sipping. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Early bird tickets,

for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E.
Jefferson St., Phoenix, (602) 379-7800.

NICK WALKER

OFF THE VINE ARIZONA WINE FESTIVAL

footprintcenter.com

$35; General admission, $45; VIP tickets,
$60. Kallista Park, 4450 S. Houghton
Road, Tucson, offthevineaz.com

Swing, Batter
BEGINNING FEB. 22
CACTUS LEAGUE

DANA GIBBONS

BASEBALL

“ROUGH” WEEKEND
WM PHOENIX OPEN
FEB. 5-11

The PGA’s best are coming to play on
“The Greatest Show on Grass.” Watch
your favorite golfers at the famous 16th
hole, then stick around to watch Duran
Duran, Dierks Bentley and HARDY

All-Star Ogre
SHREK: THE MUSICAL
MARCH 8-9
The reimagined touring production
of the hit Broadway musical based
on the animated film will feature
Fountain Hills native
Nicholas Hambruch
in the role of the
titular big green
ogre. There will also
be plenty of singing,

at the Coors Light Birds Nest on Feb.

dancing, puppets

7-10. Visit website for tee times and

and, of course, a talking donkey. Fri.,

ticket prices. Tournament Players Club,

7:30 p.m., Sat., 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

17020 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale,

$59-$99, Arizona Financial Theatre,

wmphoenixopen.com

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The MLB starts preparing
for the 2024 season, giving
fans (and snowbirds) a
chance to see 15 teams
play more than 200 games
up close and personal
and maybe snag a few
autographs from their
favorite players, including
Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers’
pricey new acquisition, and
the 2023 National League
Champions, the Arizona
Diamondbacks. Ticket
prices and locations vary.
cactusleague.com

400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, (602)
514-2919, livenation.com

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WINTER/SPRING 2024
CONCERT SERIES

Tickets On Sale Now!
Sam Grisman Project
February 6
Rosanne Cash with
John Leventhal
February 16 & 17
Judith Hill
February 21
Kathy Mattea
February 25
Bassekou Kouyate
and Ngoni Ba
February 26

Lineup at MIM.org

Lucie Arnaz
I Got the Job!: Songs from
My Musical Past
March 4 & 5

Rachel Barton Pine
with Jory Vinikour
Baroque to the Present
April 9

Preservation Hall Jazz Band
March 8

Joan Osborne
April 14

Poncho Sanchez
March 15

Hiromi’s Sonicwonder
April 16 & 17

Suzy Bogguss
April 2 & 3

John Oates
May 2 & 3
And many more!
Concert series sponsored by

Rachel Barton Pine

MIM.org | 480.478.6000 | 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ

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GALLERIES + MUSEUMS

Information for EVENTS should be submitted at least eight weeks before the first of
the month it is to be published. Log on to phgmag.com/calendar-submission.

Phoenix

ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER
Designed to inspire, educate and
entertain people of all ages, the center
boasts four levels of hands-on exhibits,
plus live demonstrations, a state-of-theart planetarium and giant-screen theater.
600 E. Washington St., Phoenix,
azscience.org, (602) 716-2000.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF PHOENIX
Focusing on learning through play, the
facility offers creative, hands-on,
interactive exhibits designed for children
from birth to age 10, with an emphasis on
early childhood education and school
readiness. 215 N. Seventh St., Phoenix,
childrensmuseumofphoenix.org,
(602) 253-0501.

HALL OF FLAME MUSEUM
OF FIREFIGHTING
Exhibits cover nearly an acre, including
more than 90 restored pieces of fire
apparatus from around the world dating
from 1725 to 1969. The National
Firefighting Hall of Heroes honors
firefighters who died in the line of duty or
were decorated for heroism, and another
gallery is dedicated to the history of
wildland firefighting. Exhibits for children
also are featured. 6101 E. Van Buren St.,
Phoenix, hallofflame.org,
(602) 275-3473.

“The Daily
Commute” by
Andy Burgess

Circle the Square

TRANSCENDENT GEOMETRIES
MARCH 2-MAY 25

Shapes and patterns can tell a story, much
like a photograph or a painting. Ato
Ribeiro, Carrie Marill and Andy Burgess
are artists working within the limitations
of mathematics and their materials to send
a powerful message or share a personal
truth. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat., 11
a.m.-4 p.m. Opening reception, March 4,
12-3 p.m. Lisa Sette Gallery,
210 E. Catalina Drive, Phoenix,
(480) 990-7342, lisasettegallery.com

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GALLERIES + MUSEUMS
HEARD MUSEUM
Founded in 1929, this globally renowned
museum explores American Indian arts
and cultures with comprehensive
exhibitions displayed in 12 galleries,
interactive learning opportunities and a
variety of festivals. The collection of art
ranges from historic cultural items to
contemporary fine art. 2301 N. Central
Ave., Phoenix, heard.org, (602) 252-8848.

LISA SETTE GALLERY
By consistently seeking out diverse artists
working on the edge of aesthetic, social and
conceptual investigation, Lisa Sette has
shaped a contemporary art space that
remains as vital and relevant today as when
it was founded in 1985. Visitors will find
original paintings, sculpture and
photography displayed alongside
intriguing installations and performance
pieces from its roster of emerging and
established artists. 210 E. Catalina Drive,
Phoenix, lisasettegallery.com,
(480) 990-7342.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM
Thousands of instruments and artifacts
from around the world, make MIM a
music-lover’s dream. Wireless technology
and high-resolution video screens enable a
full sensory experience as guests explore
five geographic galleries displaying
instruments from major global regions, an
experience gallery that allows guests of all
ages to play instruments from around the
world and a mechanical music gallery that
showcases unique instruments that “play
themselves.” Signature events celebrate
musical traditions with live performances,
lectures and family-friendly activities. 4725
E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, mim.org, (480)
478-6000.

PHOENIX ART MUSEUM
Top national and international exhibitions
are shown alongside the museum’s

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“Gentle Giant” Amboseli National Park, Kenya, by Randy Johnson

Happy Anniversary,
SMoCA!

DOROTHY FRATT: COLOR MIRAGE
FEB. 3-JULY 21

The term
“underrated”
gets needlessly
thrown around,
but it certainly
applies to
Valley painter
Dorthy Fratt.
The artist
“Ah Wilderness,” 1995, by helped
Dorothy Fratt
commission
the public sculpture “Windows to the
West” by Louise Nevelson in Scottsdale
while her work blazed its own trail in
abstraction. “Color Mirage” is the first
U.S. exhibition celebrating her art, which
coincides with the 25th anniversary of the
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary
Art. Call for times and ticket prices.
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary
Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale,
(480) 874-4666, smoca.org

collection of more than 20,000 works of
American, Asian, European, Latin
American, Western American, modern
and contemporary art, photography and
fashion design. The museum also presents a
comprehensive film program, live
performances and educational programs
designed for visitors of all ages. 1625 N.
Central Ave., Phoenix, phxart.org, (602)
257-1880.

PUEBLO GRANDE MUSEUM
This national historic landmark is built
around a Hohokam mound that
overlooks the source of more than 600
miles of canals built by these prehistoric
people, with exhibits and hands-on
activities, plus full-scale reproductions of
Hohokam homes. 4619 E. Washington
St., Phoenix, pueblogrande.com,
(602) 495-0901.

SHEMER ART CENTER
Built in 1919, this former residence with
a panoramic view of Camelback
Mountain offers a unique, historic-home
setting in which visitors can learn about

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STORYTELLING WITH PHOTOGRAPHS

visual arts through classes, lectures,
workshops, exhibits and events. 5005 E.
Camelback Road, Phoenix,
shemerartcenter.org, (602) 262-4727.

FEB. 23-APRIL 28

Randy Johnson has never forgotten his
passion for photography. Since the
Diamondback pitcher retired in 2010,
he’s been spotted with a camera on the
sidelines of football fields and racetracks
or in the mosh pit taking shots of
musicians. This exhibition of his work will
feature his stunning wildlife photography
while on several African safaris. The
opening will take place on Feb. 23 from
6-8 p.m. Check website for exhibition
hours. The Center Space Gallery is inside
Scottsdale Center for the Performing
Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale, (480)
499-8587, scottsdaleartslearning.org

Scottsdale

ALTAMIRA FINE ART
The gallery specializes in exhibition and
sale of Western contemporary artwork
by more than 40 artists in a range of
media, including oil and acrylic
paintings, glass and bronze works and
digital art installations. 7038 E. Main
St., Scottsdale, altamiraart.com, (480)
949-1256.

BONNER DAVID GALLERIES
The gallery features the best of both
representational and contemporary fine

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art by more than 30 nationally and
internationally collected artists,
providing a welcoming, relaxed setting
for the seasoned collector and those just
beginning their art journeys. 7040 E.
Main St., Scottsdale, bonnerdavid.com,
(480) 941-8500.

CARSTENS FINE ART STUDIO
& GALLERY
An artist since 6 years old, Cyndy
Carstens is the visionary behind this
working artist studio and gallery. Her
paintings focus on elements of light as
she strives to reflect the assurance of
beauty, hope and tranquility even in our
most challenging moments. 7100 E.
Main St., Scottsdale, cyndycarstens.com,
(480) 946-3217.

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DANIELLE EMBRY,

“Pink and Green”
(wall mounted
brooch), 2020.
Enamel on copper,
sterling silver,
wood, photograph

Love Your Mother
MOTHER NATURE

THROUGH APRIL 7

Our planet’s beauty and heterogeneity are shown through various mediums
from the point of view of artists Danielle Embry, Linda Enger, Magda
Gluszek and Hyewon Yoon. If you’re assuming this is still life, think again.
Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun., 12-5 p.m.; Mesa Contemporary Art
Museum, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, (480) 644-6500, mesaartscenter.com

OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE
RODEO MUSEUM
Located in the heart of Old Town, the
museum is packed with historic cowboy
and rodeo artifacts and memorabilia
dating back to the 1950s, including bull
ropes, saddles, vintage rodeo magazines
and original Parada del Sol posters that
boast artwork by the likes of Kenneth M.
Freeman. Adventurous guests can climb
atop El Diablo—one of the winningest
bulls ever who is now on permanent
display, mid-buck—for a fun photo-op.
3806 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale,
(602) 616-6901.

ON THE EDGE GALLERY
Visitors can interact directly with the
artists at this one-of-a-kind Scottsdale
gallery, which represents more than 40
professional, juried Arizona makers who
own and operate the exhibit space. An
array of fine and contemporary art from
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including fiber art, photography, ceramics,
paintings, jewelry and mixed-media
pieces. 7077 E. Main St., Scottsdale,
ontheedgegallery.com, (480) 265-8991.

PEJMAN GALLERY
Artist Bob Pejman is internationally
acclaimed for his depictions of European
and Old-World vistas. The Scottsdale
gallery exhibits his collection of oil
paintings and mixed-media works on
canvas as well as original paintings by
leading American and European artists
and sculptures by Gaylord Ho. 7130 E.
Main St., Scottsdale, pejmangallery.com,
(480) 970-1505.

QUAN’TUM ART INC.
Located in the courtyard at Marshall
Square, QAI offers original
contemporary art by internationally
collected artists: sculptor John Gleason,
glass artist Suzanne Larson, painter
Jacque L. Keller, ceramicist Alvin Pace

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Tie the Room Together
NAVAJO RUG SHOW AND SALE
FEB. 16-18

More than 200 traditional handwoven
Navajo rugs will be available for purchase
at this event, along with jewelry and other
Native American crafts. The proceeds will
go directly to the artists, who will be on
hand to discuss their craft, give
demonstrations and share the stories
behind their work. VIP Friday
Admission, $50. Free, Sat.-Sun., Fri., 5-8
p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Holland
Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St.,
Scottsdale, (480) 488-1090, ext. 1003,
hollandcenter.org

Bonner

David Galleries
Scottsdale | New York

PETER ANTON

“SWEET SEASON” | February 22 - March 11, 2024
Opening Reception: Thursday May 16, 6-8 p.m.
What could be better than sweets during the month of February?
Noted confectionary sculpture artist Peter Anton, whose works have been
shown and collected in galleries and museums worldwide for the past thirty
years, will be debuting his magnificent style installations of food sculptures in
Scottsdale at Bonner David Galleries.

7040 E. Main Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 | 480.941.8500 | art@bonnerdavid.com

“Regal Selection” mixed media | 36″ x 24″ x 5″

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GALLERIES + MUSEUMS
objects. 3830 N. Marshall Way,
Scottsdale, scottsdalemuseumwest.org,
(480) 686-9539.

WILDE MEYER GALLERY
With galleries in Scottsdale and Tucson,
Wilde Meyer presents changing exhibits
of innovative, original, contemporary
fine art, with styles that range from
sophisticated abstracts and
contemporary Western to figurative and
landscape works. 4142 N. Marshall Way,
Scottsdale, (480) 945-2323; 2890 E.
Skyline Drive, Tucson, (520) 615-5222,
wildemeyer.com.

Creative Voyage
ARIZONA FINE ART EXPO
THROUGH MARCH 24

Art lovers can witness nationally acclaimed and award-winning creatives at work in 124
patron-friendly studios. This event is an artistic journey hosted by Thunderbird Artists,
sure to arouse and inspire. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $12, season pass; $10, seniors and military.
26540 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, (480) 837-7163, arizonafineartexpo.com

and more. 7077 E. Main St., Scottsdale,
quantumartinc.com, (480) 216-0450.

SCOTTSDALE MUSEUM OF
CONTEMPORARY ART
A museum dedicated to contemporary
art, architecture and design that
challenges expectations, SMoCA has
four main galleries that showcase
changing exhibitions and works from
the museum’s growing permanent
collection, plus an outdoor courtyard
featuring “Knight Rise,” a Skyspace
enclosure by James Turrell. 7374 E.
Second St., Scottsdale, smoca.org, (480)
874-4666.

VAN ARSDALE ARTS
Former three-time NBA All-Stars Dick
and Tom Van Arsdale have retired from
the “real world” and are enjoying the arts.
They say they couldn’t play music—and
according to their wives they couldn’t
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pens, pencils, brushes and oils, the twins
began creating art and opened their
gallery in 2018. The Valley legends invite
visitors to drop by and enjoy their oil
paintings, pen and pencil works and
signed T-shirts with their artsy images.
7077 E. Main St., Scottsdale,
vanarsdaleart.com, (480) 235-3196.

Made of Plastic,
It’s Fantastic
BARBIE: A CULTURAL ICON
FEB. 14-JULY 7

On the heels of the hit movie, the
Phoenix Art Museum’s exhibition, created
by Illusion Projects and Mattel, Inc., gives
visitors a real sense of the doll’s place in
art, design and pop culture over decades.
Visitors can even get their picture taken
next to a life-size Barbie Mirror-Pink
Corvette. Call for times and ticket prices.
1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, (602)
257-1880, phxart.org

WESTERN SPIRIT: SCOTTSDALE’S
MUSEUM OF THE WEST
A Smithsonian affiliate, the museum
features Western and Native American
art and artifacts, gallery tours and
educational activities that bring the
West’s heritage and culture to life.
Permanent exhibits include “Canvas of
Clay: Hopi Pottery Masterworks from
The Allan and Judith Cooke Collection,”
which features 65 examples of Hopi
pottery spanning six centuries, and “The
Abe Hays Family Spirit of the West
Collection,” a showcase of more than
1,400 cowboy gear and other Old West

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XANADU GALLERY
Paintings, sculpture, mixed-media pieces
and other works in a variety of media and
styles are in the spotlight at this eclectic
gallery, which was established in 2001.
7039 E. Main St., Scottsdale,
xanadugallery.com, (480) 368-9929.

Tempe

ASU ART MUSEUM
Founded in 1950, the contemporary
museum is located in Antoine Predock’s
award-winning Nelson Fine Arts Center
on the western edge of the Tempe
campus, boasting six expansive galleries
and three sculpture courts. Nelson Fine
Arts Center, 51 E. 10th St., Tempe,
asuartmuseum.asu.edu, (480) 965-2787.

Painting With Light
CELEBRATION OF FINE ART
THROUGH MARCH 24

When Bill Pack takes a picture of an automobile,
it’s typically not in motion. But somehow,
he illuminates his subjects to appear as if
they’ll fly off the page. He calls his
method “Painting With Light,” and his
collection is part of this annual juried
invitational gathering with 100 artists
from across the country showing and
selling their work in an intimate
studio setting. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Season
pass: $10, adults; $8, seniors and military;
free, children 11 and younger. 18400 N.
Hayden Road, Scottsdale, (480) 443-7695,
celebrateart.com

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either pre-existing or available through the design principals noted. Primary source information is provided by design principals and
homeowners; while every effort is made to ensure accuracy, Cities West Media is not responsible for omissions.
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TOOLS OF THE TRADE
Watson’s Hat Shop, Cave Creek,
watsonshatshop.com.
PAGES 98-99

MEET THE MEXICALI ROSE
Civano Growers, Tucson, civanogrowers.com.
PAGES 100-106

A MODERN POINT OF VIEW
Landscape designer: Jeremy McVicars,
Refined Gardens, Scottsdale, refinedgardens.
com.
PAGES 128-141

C. P. DREWETT

PAGES 38-42

LET THE SUNSHINE IN
Interior designer: Mary Meinz, ASID, Mary
Meinz Design, Scottsdale, marymeinzdesign.
com. PAGE 42, BREAKFAST ROOM—Green
chair (by Lee Jofa; restored by
marymeinzdesign.com): kravet.com.
PAGES 45-50

PANTRY PERFECTION

PAGE 45—Architect: Erik Koss, AIA, NCARB,
LEED, A.P., Koss design + build, Phoenix,
kossdb.com. Cabinets, countertops, open
shelving, glass backsplash, island and task
lighting: bulthaup.com. Skylight (by
Solatube): The Skylight Guys, Phoenix,
azskylightguys.com. Window (by Fleetwood
Window): Sienna Custom Window and Door,
Scottsdale, siennacustom.com.
PAGE 46—Architectural designer: Gary
Wyant, Calvis Wyant Design Group,
Scottsdale, calviswyant.com. Builder: Calvis
Wyant Luxury Homes calviswyant.com.
Project manager: Hans Balazs, calviswyant.
com. PAGE 48, LEFT—Interior design: Jenny
Slingerland, Black Ink Interiors, Scottsdale,
blackinkinteriors.com. Builder: Starwood
Custom Homes, Chandler, starwoodcustom.
com. Cabinetry: Premium Millwork, Phoenix,
(480) 754-9204. Tile: cletile.com. Paint:
dunnedwards.com. Sink: kohler.com. Faucet:
perrinandrowe.co.uk. Hardware: topknobs.
com. Art: wendoverart.com. Light:

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goldenlighting.com. Flooring: Facings of
America, Phoenix, facingsofamerica.com.
PAGE 48, RIGHT—Closet designer: Jim
Tattersall, Classy Closets, classyclosets.com.
Organization and staging: Neat Method,
Scottsdale, neatmethod.com. PAGE 50,
LEFT—Architect: Erik Peterson, AIA,NCARB,
PHX Architecture, Scottsdale, phxarch.com.
Builder: Schultz Development, Scottsdale,
schultzdevelopment.org. Interior designer:
Wendy Black Rodgers, Wendy Black Rodgers
Interiors, Scottsdale, wbrint.com. PAGE 50,
RIGHT—Interior designer: Emily Yeates,
Urban Revival, Phoenix, urbanrevivalphx.com.
PAGES 52-53

3 QUESTIONS
Architect: Clint Miller, AIA, Clint Miller
Architect, Carefree, clintmillerarchitect.com.
Landscape architect: Greg Trutza, ASLA,
New Directions in Landscape Architecture
Inc., Phoenix, gregtrutza.com. Interior
designer: Meredith Smyth, Smyth House
Interior Design, Phoenix, thesmythhouse.com.
PAGES 65-70

CACTUS COUNTERCULTURE
Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, dbg.org.
PAGES 79-82

FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING
Artist: Michael Carson, represented by Bonner
David Galleries, Scottsdale, bonnerdavid.com.

Architect: C. P. Drewett, AIA, Drewett Works,
Scottsdale, drewettworks.com. PAGES 160131, “THE CRUSADER”—Interior designer:
Claire Ownby, Ownby Design, Scottsdale,
ownbydesign.com. Landscape designer:
Chad Norris, High Desert Designs, Phoenix,
highdesertdesigns.com. Builder: Peak
Ventures, Inc., Scottsdale, peakventuresinc.
com. PAGES 132-137— “EBONY AND
IVORY”—Interior designer: Mara Green, Mara
Interior Design, Phoenix, marainteriordesign.
com. Landscape design and builder:
BedBrock Developers, Paradise Valley,
bedbrock.com. Flooring: Facings of America,
Phoenix, facingsofamerica.com. Limestone
walls: Solstice Stone, Scottsdale,
solsticestone.com. PAGES 138-141,
“STRATA”—Interior designer: David Michael
Miller, Scottsdale, davidmichaelmiller.com.
Landscape designer: Jeff Berghoff, Berghoff
Design Group, Phoenix, berghoffdesign.com.
Builder: Desert Star Construction, Scottsdale,
desertstarconstruction.com. Great room
custom shelving system and front entry
door design: davidmichaelmiller.com.
PAGES 142-143

JAIMEE ROSE

Interior designer: Jaimee Rose, Jaimee Rose
Interiors, Phoenix, jaimeerose.com. PAGE 144,
PRIMARY SITTING ROOM—Architect: Cosan
Studio, Scottsdale, cosanstudio.com. Builder:
Tinker Development, Scottsdale,
tinkerdevelopment.com. Bench: bradleyusa.
com. Art (by Susan Hable): soicher-marin.com.
PAGE 145, HALLWAY—Builder: McIntyre
Development, Phoenix, mcintyredev.com. Tile:
Craftsman Court Ceramics, Scottsdale,
craftsmancourt.com. PAGES 146-147,
KITCHEN—Builder: E&A Custom Homes LLC,
Mesa, eandacustomhomes.com. Cabinetry:

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Rysso Peters, Scottsdale, (480) 946-0088.
Countertops: MJ Stone, Queen Creek, (480)
695-7658. Faucet: waterstoneco.com.
PAGE 148, KITCHEN DETAIL—Builder:
mcintyredev.com. Cabinets: Highborn
Cabinetry, Scottsdale, highborncabinetry.
com. Art (by Jaimee Rose): jaimeerose.com.
PAGE 149, DINING NOOK—Architect: Kent
Architects, Phoenix, kentarchitects.com.
Builder: Fairmount Development LLC,
Scottsdale, fairmountdevelopment.com.
Cabinets: Rysso Peters, Scottsdale, (480)
946-0088. Framing: Matage Framing, Mesa,
matageframing.com. PAGE 150, GIRL’S
ROOM—Architect: cosanstudio.com. Builder:
tinkerdevelopment.com. Bed: mosshomeusa.
com. PAGE 151, BOY’S ROOM—Flag:
juxtaposition.com. Lamp: cb2.com. PAGE 152,
BUTLER’S KITCHEN—Builder:
eandacustomhomes.com. Sconces: Visual
Comfort & Co., Scottsdale, visualcomfort.com.
PAGE 153, BACKYARD—Architect:
cosanstudio.com. Builder: tinkerdevelopment.
com. Landscape: Refined Gardens,
Scottsdale, refinedgardens.com. Nestrest:
dedon.ie. PAGE 154, PRIMARY BEDROOM—
Builder: eandacustomhomes.com. Rug:
loloirugs.com.Night stands: arteriorshome.
com. PAGE 154, GIRLS’ BATHROOM—
Builder: eandacustomhomes.com. Cabinetry:
Rysso Peters, (480) 946-0088. Countertops:
MJ Stone, (480) 695-7658. Wallpaper:
designersguild.com. PAGE 155, GREAT
ROOM—Architect: cosanstudio.com. Builder:
tinkerdevelopment.com. Fur chairs (custom):
bradleyusa.com. Fabric (shearling):
mooreandgiles.com. End table: Solido LLC,
Phoenix, solidollc.com.
PAGES 156-167

PHIL SHELTON
Tile supply and installation: Phil Shelton,
Handcrafted Tile, Inc., Phoenix, hctile.net.
PAGES 160, 166-167— Interior designer:
Wendy Black Rodgers, Wendy Black Rodgers
Interiors, Scottsdale, wbrint.com.
PAGES 168-179

MARY ESTES

Landscape architect for all projects: Mary
Estes, PLA, SITES AP, LEED AP Norris Design,
Phoenix, norris-design.com. PAGES 170171—Architect: Jack DeBartolo 3, FAIA, and

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Jeff Kershaw and Mike Roth, DeBartolo
Architects, Phoenix debartoloarchitects.com.
Civil engineer: Cypress Civil, Phoenix,
cypress-civil.com. General contractor:
Robert E. Porter Construction, Phoenix,
robertporterconstruction.com. Electrical
engineer: Woodward Engineering, Tempe,
woodward-engineering.com. Landscape
subcontractor: Sierra Sun Landscaping,
Tempe, sierrasunaz.com. Mechanical
engineer: Associated Mechanical Engineers,
Tempe, amengineers.com. Structural
engineer: Rudow + Berry Structural
Engineering, Scottsdale, rbise.com.
PAGE 172—Project team: Kaylynn Rewerts
and Christian Sobecki and Catherine Rouillard,
norris-design.com. Architects: Doug Van
Lerberghe and Ryan Bender, Kephart, kephart.
com. Civil engineer: Hilgart Wilson, Phoenix,
hilgartwilson.com. Developer: embrey.com.
General contractor: Embrey Construction,
Phoenix, embrey.com. Landscape
subcontractor: Westar Environmental, LLC,
Higley, westarenvironmental.com. MEP
engineer: nicholseng.com. Structural
engineer: integritystructural.com. Pool
builder: Rondo Pools & Spas Inc., Phoenix,
rondopools.com. PAGE 173, TOP—Project
team: Kaylynn Rewerts, Joel Thomas and Greg
Rowan, norris-design.com. PAGE 173,
BOTTOM— Project team: Kaylynn Rewerts,
Malerie Gamboa and Christian Sobecki,
norris-design.com. Architect: Doug Van
Lerberghe, kephart.com. Civil engineer:
Hilgart Wilson, Phoenix, hilgartwilson.com.
Developer: embrey.com. General contractor:
embrey.com. Landscape subcontractor:
Sierra Sun, Tempe, sierrasunaz.com. MEP
engineers: jordanskala.com. Retail center
architect: Dean Munkachy, Suite 6
Architecture + Planning Inc., Scottsdale,
suite6.net. Structural engineer: Integrity
integritystructural.com. PAGES 174-175—

General contractor: Todd Wills, Harvest
Design Group, Phoenix, harvestdesigngroup.
com. Subcontractor: Larry Gonzalez, Phoenix,
(602) 397-0232. PAGES 176-177—Landscape
contractor: Xerophytic Design Inc., Phoenix,
xero.pro. Water feature supplier: The Green
Goddess Nursery, Phoenix, greengoddess.
com. PAGES 178-179—Landscape team:
Sukhi Singh and Brian Sager, norris-design.
com. Civil engineer: Dibble, Phoenix,
dibblecorp.com. Contractor: Low Mountain
Construction Inc., Phoenix, lowmountain.com.
Developer: Gorman & Company, Phoenix,
gormanusa.com. Electrical engineer: Wright
Engineering, Chandler, wrightengineering.us.
Planning: Alan Beaudoin, Rachael Smith and
Dan Beavers, norris-design.com. Structural
engineer: PK Associates Consulting
Structural Engineers, Scottsdale,
pkastructural.com.
PAGES 180-191

GREG HUNT

Builder for all projects: Greg Hunt, GM Hunt
Builders Remodelers, Inc., Phoenix,
gmhuntbuilders.com. PAGES 182, 184-185—
Interior designer: Holly Ogden, Wiseman and
Gale Interiors, Scottsdale, wisemanandgale.
com. PAGES 186-187—Architect: Brent
Kendle, AIA, LEED, AP, Kendle Design
Collaborative, Scottsdale, kendledesign.com.
Interior designer: Paul Buys, ASID, Paul L.
Buys & Assoc., plbtdaz@gmail.com.
Landscape architect: Steve Martino, FASLA;
Tucson, stevemartino.net. PAGE 188—
Architect: Mark Candelaria, AIA, Candelaria
Design Assoc., Scottsdale, candelariadesign.
com. PAGE 189—Architect: Michael Higgins,
AIA, Higgins Architects, Scottsdale,
higginsarch.com. Interior designers: Nancy
Kitchell and Chris Brusnighan, Kitchell
Brusnighan Interior Design Associates,
Scottsdale, kitchellbrusnighan.com.
PAGES 190-191—Architect:
candelariadesign.com. Interior designer:
Donna Vallone, Allied ASID, Vallone Design
Inc., Scottsdale, vallonedesign.com.
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BEAUTY
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum
of the West, Scottsdale,
scottsdalemuseumwest.org.

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BY JOHN ROARK COLLECTION OF RICHARD A. GATES PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LOREN ANDERSON PHOTOGRAPHY

T

he shoes fit. Dazzling in gold, turquoise,

coral, diamonds and gemstones, “White

Women’s Moccasins,” by Scottsdale Master
Hopi/Navajo jeweler Jesse Monongya, offers a
stunning—and whimsical—look at the humor

that can be found in Native American art.
A gift from Richard A. Gates to Western

Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, the
necklace features 13 unique miniature women’s

high heels separated by 14 identical gold shoes.
Matching earrings complete the set.
“Jesse is one of the most important artists of

the 21st century and has completely changed

what people’s expectations of indigenous
jewelry are and can be,” says Dr. Tricia Loscher,

assistant museum director and chief curator.

“He’s always been at the forefront of using

new materials and has widened the color band,
design and geometry of Indigenous art. These

pieces speak to his innovation as an artist.”
For more information, see Sources.

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