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Before the Walls Exist

Inside Nita & Hearth’s approach to designing homes that feel intentional, warm, and deeply lived-in Article by Jett Arredondo | Photography by Provided   The earliest stage of a project feels much like a painter facing a blank canvas. There is a quiet pause before anything takes shape—where nothing is finished, yet everything already matters. It is within that moment that the design work truly begins. “When I’m handed architectural plans, I see possibility before anything else,” says Jaydin...

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Home Across Generations

A senior living community integrated into university life, fostering lifelong learning Article and Photography by Provided Luxury senior living communities are designed to offer enriched lifestyles for older adults, often pairing thoughtfully designed residences with amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, educational and entertainment programming, and multiple dining venues. Many also provide hospitality-style services that support ease and comfort in daily life. Mirabella at ASU...

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Clarity, Care, and Craftsmanship

How Matador Construction helps Tempe families build homes they love Article by Michelle Talsma Everson | Photography by Provided Remodeling a home is exciting, but without clear expectations, that excitement can quickly turn into stress. Budgets, timelines, and unexpected discoveries behind the walls often leave homeowners thinking the same thing at the end of a project: I wish I had known this before we started. That moment of clarity is where Matador Construction begins its work. Founded in...

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On Solid Ground

Michelle Hunt reflects on experience, growth, and perspective. Article by Wendy Bates | Photography by Jett Arredondo   With more than two decades in the industry, Michelle Hunt brings a seasoned perspective to the work she does at AZ Flooring and Finishes. Her approach is rooted in experience, education, and an understanding of how materials and decisions shape the way a home lives. In this Q&A, Hunt reflects on her path, what she’s learned along the way, and how that knowledge continues to...