August/September 2025

This designer's leap of faith turned a dated townhome into a stylish, retirement-ready midcentury retreat.

Phoenix’s enigmatic Mystery Castle captivates and confounds admirers who seek to preserve the hand-built folk art masterpiece.

Organic textures, worldly finds and thoughtful edits transform a tired Tuscan interior into a timeless desert sanctuary.

With clients open to taking chances, interior designer Bonnie Knobloch takes a Scottsdale residence from farmhouse to fabulous.

Inside a soulful Pueblo Revival hideaway that blends history, heirlooms and timeless desert beauty.

Nearly 20 years ago, a trio of local designers created a 9/11 memorial—and a bit of controversy.

Meet the experts turning everyday spaces into extraordinary alfresco escapes.

What our editors are reading this month.

Simply Santa Fe August/September 2025 Special Advertising Section

A collection of our favorite powder and bathroom indulgences.

Meet the team of docents redefining community through art.

What to plan, prune and pluck in late summer, according to your elevation.

These low-growing ground covers add color and texture to your xeriscape while preventing water loss and soil erosion.

Your remodel questions answered by Valley pros.

Lux Kitchen & Bath Gallery is a destination showroom with a plethora of products.

These captivating culinary havens by local designers are worth a double-take.

Our picks for the top events and exhibitions in Phoenix and Scottsdale for August/September.

The stories that end up on our pages reach us in many ways.

With a flair for vintage style and community connection, the Phoenix Art Deco Society is keeping a bold era beautifully alive.