Looking for that Old West experience while spending time in Arizona's High Country? Look no further than Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village in Sedona. This classic outdoor shopping center is fashioned after a traditional Mexican village, with intimate courtyards, cobblestone walkways, and trickling fountains. Housing some of Arizona's finest art [...]
Arizona's Tempe Town Lake offers few waterfront properties in the state, and the city of Tempe has taken advantage of this prime location to feature its new, state-of-the-art cultural center, the Tempe Center for the Arts. This beautifully designed structure with expansive use of metal, concrete, and glass is the [...]
If you want to see architectural detailing that embodies the spirit of Arizona and one of its most prominent residents, visit Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West. This community of architects and visionary artists continues to thrive as an educational hotbed that carries Frank Lloyd Wright's legacy into a new era [...]
There is a historical icon in Downtown Phoenix that is not a secret but is commonly overlooked by many. The Orpheum Theater has graced our community's cultural dynamic since 1929. Originally this Spanish Baroque Revival theater was constructed for only $750,000, but as time ate-away at the beautiful structure a [...]
The growing concern for the environment in urban locations has been transforming the way Arizona architects and builders look at new developments. Standing as a landmark of Green Living in the center of Downtown Scottsdale, the Optima Camelview Village incorporates the modern needs for an urban lifestyle into an environmentally [...]
Tucked away in Scottsdale's airpark there lies a hidden treasure of architectural artistry unknown to most Scottsdale residents. Hangar One is a private aviation club with unparalleled design, service, and amenities offered to its members. Beyond the functional aspect of this glamorous association, the hanger itself is a magnificent work [...]
Once the meeting place for Hollywood's hottest stars, The Hotel Valley Ho has been revamped and reopened to a new era of hot stars and hot accommodations. Originally built in 1956, the Valley Ho was a legend that needed a facelift; an $80-million facelift, that is. This mid-century modern resort [...]
Feeling like you need a break to connect with your inner architectural scholar? Take a trip to the Burton Barr Library in downtown Phoenix to be immersed in great design while browsing the latest reviews of architecture around the world. This is not your typical library with dark rooms, and [...]
Before the new Arizona Cardinals Stadium was completed, going to a football game had never been so architecturally interesting. Who knew that an architectural wonder would bring artists and fans together in the desert? The University of Phoenix Stadium, completed just last year, takes its design elements from the ground [...]
If you seek a relaxing retreat in the heart of the Valley then you will find just what you are searching for at the Royal Palms Resort. With its Old World charm and lush landscaping, the Royal Palms is the perfect place to be whisked away to a place of [...]