Scottsdale Architecture Spotlight: Hotel Valley Ho
Arizona, and particularly Scottsdale, has long been a hotspot for architectural innovation, blending the region’s natural beauty with groundbreaking design. From Frank Lloyd Wright’s T…
Ralph Haver: The Unsung Brilliance of A Mid-Century Arizona Architect
Ralph Haver’s work may not have gained the same international recognition as his contemporaries Frank Lloyd Wright, R…
Al Beadle: The Mid-Century Modern Master in Phoenix
When it comes to mid-century modern architecture in Arizona, the name Frank Lloyd Wright tends to come to mind fi…
Culinary Modernism: Cloth and Flame
From mountain sides and deserts to urban rooftops and beyond,Cloth & Flamehas been curating extraordinary dining expe…
Arizona Mid-Century Modern Architecture
For those who are always on the hunt for vestiges of mid-century modernism, you’ll have some happy surprises right in…
Optima + Sustainability Series: EV Parking
The evidence that electric and hybrid vehicles are gaining traction is on the roads everywhere. From personal vehicle…
Super Bowl LVII Live in Phoenix
Picture this, it’s the end of the week, the Sunday before you go back to business-as-usual. “We Will Rock You” by Que…
One Bedroom Luxury Apartments in Scottsdale
Living in luxury apartments means balancing comfortable home space and access to luxurious amenities, such as beautif…
Waste Management Phoenix Open
Before we tee off, it’s important to know that the annual Waste Management Phoenix Open is known as the “Greenest Sho…
Exploring the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Nestled in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, theMcDowell Sonoran Preservestands as a breathtaking testament to the be…
Scottsdale Public Art: Impulsion
As part of our ongoing public art series, we’ve been exploring exceptional creations to be found across Scottsdale su…
Exploring Scottsdale: Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auction
If you are a car enthusiast or a lover of all things automobile, you might want to buckle up for this one!
The Benefits of Living With a View
It’s hard not to picture floor-to-ceiling windows with abundant light, a grand sky deck or a private terrace with unm…
Trending Now: A Brief History of Ping-Pong
If you’re unsure how to spend an open afternoon or a few hours of free time, look no further than an Optima® communit…
Architectural Treasures of Phoenix & Scottsdale
From Taliesin West to Arcosanti, Arizona is filled with some of the country’s most stunning architecture. However, ma…