Architecture
The Transformational Tube
Saul and Juan Estrada, left to right at 350-ton hydraulic press. Photo by Saul Estrada, Jr., Southwest Metal Spinning Inc.
Want to transform an unfriendly room? Welcome in light with a room- and...
Street Renamed for Architect of Scottsdale Mall Buildings: Remembering Bennie
Bennie Gonzales with model of Civic Center. Photo: Scottsdale Historical Society.
Barnaby (Bennie) M. Gonzales (1924−2008), is remembered for his decency, humor, humility, charm, community leadership and, most importantly, for championing a regional Southwest architecture. Now, many more living in and visiting Scottsdale will know his name.
The city of Scottsdale renamed First Avenue between Drinkwater Boulevard and 75th Street “Bennie Gonzales Way” on...
Creative Environments Design Wins a Gold Award for Toll Brothers
A residential backyard designed by Tempe, Ariz.-based Creative Environments, an award-winning provider of landscaping services, was the key to a Gold Award at The Nationals 2017 for luxury home builder, Toll Brothers.
The backyard, which is located at the Trovilla model in North Scottsdale’s upscale Toll Brothers community of Talon Ranch, received the prestigious designation of Best Outdoor Living Space based on its concept...
How to Have a Happy (and Safe) Holiday
Holiday safety, photo: Arizona Structures
We send our heartfelt wishes to you and your family to enjoy a joyous holiday season and encourage you to make it a safe one, too.
Liven Up Your Living Room: the Cocktail Table
When adorning our homes, every aspect shows true importance. Here are five tips from La Maison Interiors to liven up your living room with versatile cocktail tables.
1. Balance: It’s important to not throw off the feel of a room with drastically different size furniture. Balance the size of the cocktail table with the size of the sofa and chairs in order to have a balanced and well-proportioned...
