Living

Go green. Build green. Live Green. Green is everywhere. The trend in housing is building green, but what does that really mean, how much will it actually cost and does it come at the sacrifice of luxury? I endeavored to tackle these questions and find some answers.

Using exotic woods and other warming touches, Janet Brooks transforms this contemporary 6,500-sq.-ft. remodel in the Talus community of Troon North in Scottsdale.

Theater

Multi-functional and finely appointed, the theater flexes for audio-visual experiences as well as entertaining space. The Macassar ebony and black granite bar, fitted with satin chrome and leather swivel barstools by Allermuir, and adjacent kitchenette provide easy access to snacks and drinks. A door beside the bar opens to the pool-area patio: Family and friends can munch while...

Instead of a dark therapist’s sofa, add a few colorful pillows to your sofa.

Awaken your bedroom with a brightly upholstered, crystal-studded headboard, layered with multi-colored, variously-textured pillows.

A well-furnished room still needs to be finished well — as a new dress requires complementary accessories and make-up to ensure an outfit is dramatic and memorable.