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//--> THE ANNIVERSARY ISSUE you get the picture The Tucson-based portrait photo duo known as Purple Nickel Studio are changing thegame of on-location photography and getting people like you involved inthe process. higher learning This new dorm on Arizona State University's downtown campus may have you enrolling in the spring semester just so you can enjoy the view from your room. getting back to beadle Remodeling this 1963 house by Alfred Newman Beadle involved more than restoring the architecture, it also called for a major Tuscan deletion. sparkling style When you look this good, you've got to drink the best bubbly money can buy. We photographed this sexy model in hot styles with cold bottles of Champagne. We think you'll love it all. THE ANNIVERSARY ISSUE in praise of potential Brad and Susan Sorosky were looking to buy a modern house located in Arcadia. But what they found was a dark and dungy 1967 home with years of botched, unpermitted remodels and additions. Perfect. frames of minds We asked four top fashion photographers to give us two looks each that define what's coming up in the fall season of fashion. The result is a showdown of style and sophistication. take me to the river Last year, we sent a writer to the New World Wine & Food Festival where she found a bevy of great restaurants to tell you about. Now that the Festival is around the corner, here's a sample itinerary. THE EPICUREAN ISSUE steak your claim Sure, the star of the show at J&G Steakhouse is the steak, but if you look around, you'll find an equally stunning thing to salivate over-the design. department of design To re-imagine a department store built in 1947 as a bar and restaurant, designer Janis Leonard and restaurateur Karl Kopp went back to the basics, proving that modern simplicity is always in style. vegas maximus This is your ultimate getaway guide to Sin City, rounding up some of the hottest new hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, bars, and shops. As always, we look at Vegas with an eye for good design, as well as good times. The Travel Issue Your Gym Sucks Phoenix-based trainer Dr. Ben Bocchicchio invented slow training back in the 70s. But now that he’s coupled the technique with a machine created for vascular health he’s making over clients left and right. Relaxing DesignIf you have a favorite spa, there’s a good chance it was designed by Sylvia Sepielli. As the industry’s top talent, we spoke with her about trends, treatments, and her newest work right here in Paradise Valley. Material PleasuresA pair of rammed earth walls and an angular, copper-clad roof make for one of the most striking residential designs in the desert. We tour you through this Desert Mountain masterpiece. Romantic Scene This season is all about flowy, easy-to-wear fabrics. We head out to a bright and sunny patch of grass to snap some romantically inspired pictures of lovely dresses and wind-catching accessories. No Wine Country For Old MenMost itineraries to Northern California wine country read the same, but this three-day sojourn shuns the rushing mood in favor of fewer, more high-quality wineries and restaurants. Enjoy! Melting With DesireOur travel writer has been longing for a trip to Antarctica ever since he was 9 years old. Not only did he finally get to the top of the world, but he found some tuxedo-wearing friends waiting for him. The Home & Spring Fashion Issue It's Showtime The new showroom for BSH distributors of Bosch, Siemens, Gaggenau, and Thermador appliances is as sleek and modern as the appliances within it. Modfabulous! A class project at the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture at Taliesin West turned out to be one of the coolest and compact residences ever built in the desert. Sweat Dreams When members of the Village Health Club on Camelback were told their facility was getting a facelift, they had no idea the gym was going to become an architectural icon. Two Pure For Words The second location for Pure Sushi does more than serve the same great menu as the north location, it ups the design ante and shows Scottsdale how white on white is the purest color combination known to man. Brief EncounterNow that it's getting hot outside, you'll be wearing less. And by less, we mean these stunning undergarments. THE DIVINE DESIGN ISSUE Transform Follows Function Architect Peter Koliopoulos turned his Paradise Valley ranch home into a glass and zinc box that has his family living with minimalism to the max. Prime Time Nixing Mary Elaine’s, the Valley’s longtime grand dame of dining, was a daring feat for The Phoenician Resort. But all is well, now that New York chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten has opened J&G Steakhouse in the elevated space. The Full Monte Take a walk through the new InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa and you will experience one of the most authentically designed getaways outside of Europe. Chic Affair Spring is right around the corner, which means that it’s time to start thinking about flowy dresses, bright jewelry, and easy, breezy styles. … and much more |
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| THE ACCESSIBLE DESIGN ISSUE Garden State This home remodel kept it simple, but the result is a spectacular transformation of an average home into something that feels custom and ultra-luxorious. Accessory to Design Turn your home into a space you love by integrating a few of these accessory items. From faucets and food mixers to doggie day beds and ceiling fans Small Details Just because it's an accessory, doesn't mean it has to be small and subtle. Here are a few bold pieces that will get you noticed, no matter how simple you may be dressed.
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| BRIGHT IDEAS Freshly Baked Rolls You only need one reason to check out the new Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe: because it's one o the most incredible cars ever created. But we've given 24 reasons just in case. The New White HouseSpanning more than 100 feet over a desert arroyo in Cave Creek, this minimalist masterpiece strikes a balance between bold and elegant like few modern homes ever done. Rhythm & Time Ten luxury watches that will have you singing the time every hour. From Chopard and Rolex to Salvatore Ferragamo and Breitling, these watches will wrap you in leather, diamonds, and other precious materials. |
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| THE GIFT GUIDE ISSUE Bottle Service The bottles of these fine fragrances are just as cool as the stuff within them. Whether they are inspired by sleek cars or moon rocks, you will smell like a brand new season is upon us. The New Gift Cards Our 2008 Holiday Gift Guide has ideas for everyone on your list. And if you can’t afford some of these items, just send them the picture on a card. Everything a Man Wants Looking for the best way to shop for your man this holiday season? Check out the goods decked out all over this sexy model. |
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| THE KITCHEN & BATH ISSUE Coming Up Rosés We headed to wine country with T. Cook’s Executive Chef Lee Hilson and came back with a couple menus offered exclusively to Desert Living readers through December. Square Dance Architect Ilan Baldinger feels that the architecture of his Tempre Urban Living Condominium project reflects the design of our times. If that’s so, then it’s a good time to be alive. Map to the Best Kitchen & Bath Designs Dozens of ideas for layout, finish and fixture selection, as well as new technology news in the world of kitchen and bath design. Gray Matter Let these fashions be your guiding light this fall. From oversized accessories and floppy hats to funky tops and a simple Prada Clutch, these muted tones speak volumes. |
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| ELEVENTH ANNIVERSARY ISSUE Get Centered Wrap your mind (and maybe your pocketbook) around CityCenter in Las Vegas Higher Grade Page Repp designed and built a house as a class project in college. Now, he’s remodeled it and moved in. New Restaurants in Phoenix Stylish new eateries have sprouted up all around town. Here are some of our favorites. Structured Fashion The future is a funky place, especially in these structured styles ... and much more. |
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| 100 DEGREES OF DESIGN ISSUE 100 Degrees of Design Will there be 100 things worth looking at from your light rail car? Our sources say yes. Diamond in the Rough Design + Build firm, The Construction Zone, has a new headquarters, but it's not your typical office space. Site for Sore Eyes How eight metal-clad boxes are just what the design doctor ordered for this neighborhood. Sunsational Lightweight fabrics in burning hot colors are pitch-perfect for these sweltering summer days. ... and much more. |
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