June/July 2025

Meet the winners of our first-ever design awards.

A rustic family retreat makes the most of its pristine setting.

In the heart of Gilbert, a fourth-generation family farmhouse is transformed into a bold, modern retreat—without letting go of its agrarian soul.

An architect builds the Paradise Valley dwelling he and his wife dreamed of for years.

Designer Joel Contreras honors the past with an updated home renovation.

Cool and Elegant: A Desert Mountain house is revived to capture views and showcase a sophisticated interior.

A beloved Roosevelt Row gathering spot gets an art-filled redo.

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

Landscape designer Chad Norris blends luxury with sustainability in an outdoor oasis.

Architect Alfred Beadle’s former office is still home to design.

These hairy cacti add surprising softness to your home and garden.

Britany Simon flexes her design muscles for a function-over-form client’s Arcadia home.

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Robert Townsend’s cheerful paintings recall midcentury American simplicity.

Pack your bags and drive across town for a budget-friendly stay at one of the Valley’s many celebrated resorts. Bonus: Staycays in Northern and Southern Arizona for adventurous weekenders.

Our picks for the must-see and must-do events around the Valley in the early summer months.

I love reflections,” says Melissa Valladares, who photographed our feature story,

Crafting a perfect trip to America's Finest City in four easy steps.

I am frequently asked how we select the Phoenix Home & Garden covers. The simple answer is that they choose themselves. But the process is more complicated.