Faux botanicals enliven a setting that includes art, table lamps, accent pillows and a selection of small items. Personalized service and an ever-changing inventory await shoppers at Bungalow. By Linda J. Barkman | Photography by Grace Stufkosky HISTORY: Bungalow’s owners formerly worked in the clothing business—although at different venues—and later met while working at a small home furnishings store in Biltmore Fashion Park. “I was the director of stores and Alicia was the store manager,” Criswell recalls. “We both walked away from those jobs with good business practices, and a few years ..read more

Your architecture, building, interior design and landscape questions answered by Valley pros. Interior Designer - Lynette Willett, Est Est Inc. To level up a more neutral interior, use a layered approach to playfully draw the eye around the room, with a strong focal point as the anchor. The neutral color palette has become so ubiquitous. How do I bring color into my interiors and make them feel livelier without being too heavy-handed? Is there a way to add drama to an earthy Southwestern aesthetic? Infusing color into a space to give it an added pop without it feeling heavily overdone c ..read more

The redesign of a Mesa home blends rustic glamour with traditional elegance. By Erika Thomas | Photography by Scott Sandler Vibrant sunsets and unencumbered mountain views are what led Bob and Leann Klepinger to build in North Mesa 18 years ago. When they set out to update their 6,000-square-foot French country-style residence, they turned to their daughter, interior designer Ashley Leavitt. The professional aesthete understood how to bring the couple’s vision of a fresh, rejuvenated home to life by incorporating natural light and using a neutral color palette. “I wanted to enhance the cur ..read more

From sleek surfaces and statement sinks to tech-forward appliances and functional fixtures, these new kitchen and bath must-haves will level up your hardest-working home hubs. Handcrafted in the heart of California’s wine country from oak staves salvaged after the winemaking process, the Winemaker Floating Vanity by Native Trails (pictured in Cask Oak) is distinguished by intricately placed horizontal slatting and generous graining. 15″H by 30″W by 19″D. $1,685 (centralazsupply.com) The new Nami cantilevered island by Eggersmann is a collaborative masterpiece with renowned internationa ..read more

A bar separating the kitchen from the living room was upgraded with a backlit wall made of crystal and artisan-made melted glass countertops. Custom glass shelving makes the glassware display appear to float. Photo by Scott Sandler Captivating kitchens and beguiling baths to inspire your next redo. Remodeling these practical powerhouses consistently tops the list for adding value and enjoyment to homes—with as much as a 70% potential return on investment, according to the National Association of Realtors. “It is important to balance function with aesthetics in kitchens and baths,” says inte ..read more

A quiet color palette and carefully selected materials give a petite home outsize presence. By Paula M. Bodah | Photography by Austin Larue Baker Bougainvillea adorns the breezeway between the home and the Casa Blanca community’s rose garden and fountain. The front door opens to an entry featuring a painting by onetime Phoenix resident Susan Diehl. Where some people see flaws, others see character. So it was for the couple who bought a home in Paradise Valley’s historic Casa Blanca community. The cockeyed floors and uneven walls of the 1,550-square-foot home, created in the late 1960s a ..read more

“To have a pool in your front yard is very unusual, but we wanted to capture the view of the park instead of having a backyard,” says the owner. The plunge pool can be switched from cold to hot and features jets that allow the owners to swim in place. “We call it a ‘spool,’” the wife explains. “It’s a spa and a pool all in one.” A North Scottsdale residence showcases a mastery of mixed materials. By Lauren Tyda | Photography by Mark Lipczynski Wherever one looks in this home, there are visual delights and curated treasures: antique Chinese pots, classic oil paintings in gilded frames mixed ..read more

Jewelry designer Jivan Wolf surrounds herself with things she loves. By Nora Burba Trulsson | Photography by Michael Duerinckx On a recent afternoon, Jivan Wolf is unfurling a package of stencils in the kitchen of her Biltmore-area patio home, contemplating cursive words embedded in the long sheets of paper. She’s planning on applying them to a header wall separating the kitchen from the library, a swath of white drywall she finds a bit too plain.  Not that Jivan’s interior needs more embellishment—the 3,500-square-foot home is visually rich, layered in a lifetime collection that includ ..read more

Photo courtesy of Pexels Flipping houses has become a popular investment strategy in recent years, with many people looking to make a profit by buying, renovating and selling properties for profit. If you’re an adult returning to school but you need some funding assistance, flipping houses could be a viable option. Of course, flipping houses requires a lot of knowledge, skil and hard work. It can be a challenging and complex process, so you must prepare yourself properly. Here are some tips to help you launch a successful house-flipping business to fund your education. E-Sign Important Docume ..read more

Photo by Etienne Giradet via Unsplash While oft overlooked, proper lighting is the key to creating the perfect space. But it can be hard to know where to begin—which is why we’ve done the vetting for you. Turn to one of these five trusted local lighting experts for your next big home project. 1. Hinkley’s Lighting Since the early 1900s, Hinkley’s Lighting has illuminated homes throughout the Valley. With two showrooms in Scottsdale and Gilbert, Hinkley’s offers a wide collection of high-end interior and exterior lighting and ceiling fans—many of which are Hinkley’s exclusives. Throughout th ..read more