Hiding in plain sight in downtown Phoenix, the Japanese Friendship Garden often comes as a beautiful surprise to those unaware of this joint project

“People are often surprised that summer gardens can be so vibrant,” says landscape designer Katie Coates.

Arizona autumn brings this nutritious and ornamental fruit into the spotlight.

Arizona’s desert climate is favorable to the olive tree’s fruits, which mature in the summer heat and are generally harvestable beginning in October.

Editor's letter for the OctoberNovember 2023 issue.

Delight your guests with a holiday tabletop that bends the rules and breaks with tradition.

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

Editor's letter for the August/September 2023 issue.

Geoffrey Gersten’s artistic journey from whimsical imagery to retro realism.

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