Rooftop outdoor lounge area with beige sun loungers, small white side tables, cacti, and views of a city and mountains at sunset.

Ar(t)chitectural Home Tour - Design, Art, Architecture

EVENT DATES: October 26th & 27th, 2024

HOURS: 11am - 4pm

LOCATION: Arcadia / Phoenix

Tour two architecturally distinct homes, each showcasing a curated collection of art by guest artists, including works by renowned sculptor Peter Deise and an array of emerging and established artists, curated by Desert Style AZ. Both properties offer a unique perspective on design and architecture and are located in the Arcadia area. Tickets include a list of design and style resources, as well as details on the featured artists. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit The Saguaros, a philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting Arizona children's charities.

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TICKETS: $45 one day | $55 both days

TICKETS - SAT 10/26/24

TICKETS - SUN 10/27/24

TICKETS - BOTH DAYS

EVENT DETAILS

Home Tour: Self-tour two architectural distinct properties in Phoenix’s Arcadia Area

Pop-up Art Gallery: Curated by Desert Style AZ featuring established & emerging artists

Design Inspiration Guide: Design & Remodel Resources, Art Catalog

STAY SKYEVIEW

The transformation of Stay Skyeview is the result of a collaboration between Trent Hancock of Camelot Homes and architectural designer Joel Contreras, who reimagined the original ’70s home into a striking retreat nestled into the rocks of Camelback Mountain, with panoramic views of the downtown Phoenix skyline and the valley. The renovation honors the home’s history while introducing modern design elements, clean lines, natural materials, and organic touches, creating an atmosphere where the home and its surrounding beauty coexist in perfect harmony. Floor-to-ceiling windows and wraparound decks evoke the feeling of an aerie retreat, while the cliff-side pool and deck offer even more breathtaking vistas. Expertly designed and furnished with chic modern pieces, a well-established art collection, and thoughtful design, this is a one-of-a-kind desert sanctuary.

Photos: Jason Roehner

A modern house with a sloped metal roof, illuminated windows, and a wooden exterior, situated on a hillside with desert plants in the foreground, overlooking a cityscape and distant mountains during dusk.

Rooftop lounge area with modern white sun loungers, small white tables, desert plants, and a wooden shed, overlooking a city and mountain skyline at sunset.

Modern outdoor patio with wooden furniture and a white decorative bench, enclosed by white vertical beams, overlooking a skyline with palm trees and sunset sky.

Modern indoor living space with large open sliding door leading to a balcony with a city and mountain view, featuring beige lounge chairs, a hammock, and minimalist furniture.

Open-concept living room and kitchen with wood ceiling, large windows, and modern decor. Includes a marble kitchen island with black stools, beige seating area with a large sofa and armchair facing a wall-mounted TV, and a dining area with a dark tab

Nighttime rooftop patio with a rectangular fire pit, white cushioned chairs, a wooden bench, a beige table with a black decorative bowl, and city lights in the background with trees overhead.

Sunset view of the city with mountains in the distance, skyline, and scattered clouds in the sky.

Modern open-concept kitchen with wooden accents, marble countertops, and a view of the city and mountains through large windows, with a television on a wooden accent wall.

Modern kitchen with marble island, wooden cabinets, and large rock landscape view through a window.

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, marble countertops, and a large island. Open living and dining area with artwork, plants, and decorative objects.

THE MITCHELL HOUSE

The Mitchell House was reimagined in 2022 by Jacob & Michael Syltebo of PHX Historic Design Studio. Originally built in 1960 and featured in Sunset Magazine as ‘The Home of the Future’ it blends mid-century design with organic contemporary elements as an ode to the desert landscape. Torn down nearly completely, the home was expanded upon, and rebuilt with many of the historical elements and retains much of the original floorplan coupled with 21st-century amenities. Rethinking the home involved strategic updates that enhance its livability without compromising its historical integrity, for example, the stone fire pit in the front yard is original to the home. It was located inside the main living area where the new cold rolled steel fireplace replaces it with a more contemporary and functional fireplace.

The new spaces were intended for a more modern indoor/outdoor living where the separation of spaces simply vanishes, yet there remains a coziness to each space. The original home had no exterior windows, only one large window that opened to the patio. This experimental design was intended for energy conservation. The landscaping was another project of epic proportions. The entire lot which used to be a flat orchard was regraded, and inspired by the famous Kaufmann house in Palm Springs. Large boulders were craned in, what the neighbors call “the mountain” of desert landscaping keeping the low-profile house behind it still a bit mysterious. The pool was placed with the intent to keep the existing citrus trees, and the home was designed around keeping and incorporating the established palms. and the indoor atrium the house blurs the lines of indoor-outdoor modern living with an homage to the past.

Photos: Phx Photos

Modern house with a desert landscape yard, stone pathway with built-in lights, and large windows at dusk.

Modern house exterior with a narrow walkway, potted plants, and palm trees, taken during dusk.

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a marble island, and a view of a living area with a desk and a piano.

Living room with a large peach-colored sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV. Large sliding glass doors reveal an outdoor patio and garden. The interior features a white ceiling, a black wood accent ceiling in part,

Interior of a modern living room with beige armchairs, rustic wooden furniture, decorative stools, and a kitchen area in the background.

Modern shower area with black textured wall tiles, a glass partition, and a light-colored pebble floor, seen from the entrance.

Modern interior of a home with wooden flooring, skylights, and large windows, featuring a cactus plant in the center and a view of the outdoor yard.

Outdoor patio area with two white modern chairs, one with black and white pillows, a fire pit with flames, a brick wall, and palm trees against a blue sky, with a modern house in the background.

Modern bathroom with a large window, stone sink with gold faucet, colorful abstract mural wall, vase with orange flowers, candle, and a white toilet.

Modern house with a swimming pool in the backyard, surrounded by palm trees and greenery at dusk, with outdoor seating and warm interior lighting visible through large glass doors.

Neon-style cactus with the word Saguaro below it in black font.

Founded in 1987, the philanthropic and social club known today as the Saguaros has raised millions of dollars for local Arizona non-profit organizations. Comprised of up to 50 young men under the age of 40, we proudly give back to the community and support children’s charities through our three main fundraising events: NiteFlite, Brokers for Kids and Agents Benefiting Children. Most important, the Saguaros is unique among service organizations in that it not only raises money for children’s charities, but also encourage “hands on” interaction with the children the club supports. This active participation serves to strengthen relationships with those it serves and create a true partnership with its charity partners.

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TICKETS - SAT 10/26/24

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Sketch of a property layout with buildings, trees, pathways, and a boundary marked in orange, with a compass for orientation.