La Cienega Ranch: serenity in the largest Ponderosa pine forest on Earth. A remote 77.86-acre oasis a half hour from Payson, Arizona, La Cienega Ranch, 1804 Pyle Ranch Road, is just below the 7,000-foot-high Mogollon Rim, a recreational paradise of lakes, trout streams, hiking/biking trails and campsites in unincorporated Gila County. “Its higher elevation, lower temperatures, abundant open space and scenic attractions make La Cienega Ranch an ideal location to escape from the often searing summer desert heat and the other stressors of the vibrant Phoenix area,” says Frank Aazami, principal of the Private Client Group (PCG), Russ Lyon Sotheby’s […]
KEEP READING >Buyers and sellers throughout the world participate every year in the January home and car auctions in Arizona. Has the market not performed well enough for you? Do you want to sell or buy a Valley luxury home quickly and at an outstanding price? And, would you like to accomplish this at an accelerated time? All without the waiting associated with traditional MLS transactions and the health and safety issues coupled by COVID-19? Throughout March 2021, as the Phoenix/Scottsdale area hosts a number of its annual car auctions, you can buy or sell a luxury home with Scottsdale’s Russ Lyon […]
KEEP READING >A Thoroughbred for Horses and Cars Rocking D Ranch rocks: an urban ranch estate just two miles from the world-famous Arizona Biltmore Waldorf Astoria. Featuring superb views of Piestewa Peak and the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, the luxury equestrian campus occupies five former citrus-grove acres, with six irrigated pastures and two accesses to its highly desirable North Central Avenue community and State Route 51. “This remarkable property beautifully combines acreage, extensive luxury square footage, serenity, views and a convenient urban setting,” says Frank Aazami, principal of the Private Client Group, Russ Lyon | Sotheby’s International Realty in Scottsdale. Owned by longtime […]
KEEP READING >On an expansive 2 ½ acres, this magnificent equestrian estate in highly regarded Bartlett Estates includes a 4,796 square-foot main house, 1,467-square-foot guest house and a custom three-horse barn. Featuring views of landmark Camelback and Piestewa mountains, the signature Phoenix home is only 15 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport, within walking distance of the famed Biltmore Hotel and near the many entertainment, arts and recreational amenities of Scottsdale and north Phoenix. “One would never invest as much as this owner has if they didn’t want to live in it for a good while,” says Frank Aazami, principal of the Private […]
KEEP READING >Over the years, Venn Construction has been working with local developers and brokers to invest in new class-A offices in the Phoenix area, including new projects in places like Peoria, Glendale, and Surprise. But while most may know that Venn excels in commercial construction for office space, it also creates spaces where a little more action takes place. For example, the Ice Den of North Scottsdale, which is home to Venn’s operations, is one of the company’s longest-standing clients that displays its’ wide range of inspirations and ability to create unique and transparent relationships with clients. Home to everything from […]
KEEP READING >The “Blue Train Race” is woven into the exciting fabric of Bentley’s history and ‘Bentley Boy’ Woolf Barnato endures as the icon of this tale. 90 years on, Bentley’s partner, Graf von Faber-Castell has created a truly unique set of writing instruments in tribute to this race and to Barnato himself. Not only does their design reflect the decades of performance and elegance that succeed him, but his handwritten signature imprinted on the cap ensures his authentic presence endures. Bentley and Graf von Faber-Castell have been in partnership since 2018 sharing a passion for unrivalled craftsmanship and unmistakeable design. The […]
KEEP READING >Whether you’re in Scottsdale or Seattle, Tempe or Tacoma, your home has probably become a place for everything this year thanks to COVID-19. Our living rooms are now movie theaters, our backyards are now stadiums, and our kitchens are now our favorite neighborhood restaurant (or bar). But even as we all start to come out of our caves this fall, one thing is for sure: we want our homes to be able to keep up. This is where home automation comes into play. With the Internet of Things technology already fueling devices around our homes and buildings, real-time cloud-storage data […]
KEEP READING >Breitling’s Endurance Pro, featuring a thermo-compensated SuperQuartz™ movement, is the ultimate athleisure watch positioned in the brand’s Professional range. Designed both as a lightweight watch for athletes and a casual, everyday sports chronograph, it is the perfect lightweight and lighthearted luxury sports watch combining high precision, innovative technology, and vibrant, colorful design. The launch will be accompanied by the Breitling Endurance Pro Strava Challenge, which offers the opportunity to competefor some incredible prizes. The Breitling Endurance Pro combines an ultra-lightweight 44 millimeter Breitlight® case and a thermo-compensated SuperQuartz™ movement ten times more accurate than conventional quartz, and it offers optimal […]
KEEP READING >Urban luxury living with a penthouse view at Optima Kierland Located above the bustling shopping and entertainment district of Kierland Commons, a dual penthouse makes a statement. Set against the backdrop of the McDowell Mountains and the sprawling communities of North Scottsdale, this spacious unit combines two luxury apartment homes in one and blends intimacy with wide-open views, giving owners a unique perspective on multi-unit building living. Complete with panoramic views welcomed by floor-to-ceiling windows, the dual unit, hanging four stories above Optima Kierland, clocks in at 3,400 square feet and boasts luxurious amenities to create a customized taste. Located […]
KEEP READING >Take Happy Valley Road in scenic north Scottsdale to this grand Mediterranean-style home in guarded/gated Windy Walk, also known as Troon Village. Light, quiet and bright, with inspiring high desert views from every room, the 4,300-square-foot bi-level custom is on an acre-plus pie-shaped cul de sac lot that vees to an expansive back yard, set off from a neighborhood road by a community wall and pool/spa fencing. Beyond are unobstructed panoramic mountain views of Four Peaks and the Mazatzals to the east, landmark Toms Thumb and Weaver’s Needle south and Troon Mountain immediately northwest. A long paved road from the […]
KEEP READING >Treasures in another treasure: Discover the many riches of this Spanish Colonial home, 5239 E. Roadrunner Road, in Paradise Valley, Arizona’s wealthiest community. Designed by celebrated Scottsdale architect, Mark Candelaria, AIA, the 7,251-square-foot two-story home occupies a private acre in Paradise Canyon Foothills on the west side of landmark Mummy Mountain, minutes from the Paradise Valley Country Club. Seven bedrooms, six and a half bathrooms and a stand-alone 550-square-foot guest casita will generously serve your daily and hosting needs. And, a five-car temperature-controlled garage with an overheight RV bay and an RV side gate provide exceptional vehicular welcome. “What strikes […]
KEEP READING >As the Newent Collection launches, Bentley Home offers a unique insight into its extraordinary creation process and crafting secrets. Each piece of exquisite furniture is individually finished by hand and fuses traditional craftsmanship with new technology, embodying the techniques and principles of modern luxury integral to Bentley Motors. The striking furniture pieces draw inspiration from both long-established and modernist design, and interpret the personality and discerning aesthetic of Bentley Motors. The silhouettes and iconic shapes of Bentley models new and old, alongside the precious materials that characterise car interiors, can be seen in the design language of Bentley Home’s beautiful […]
KEEP READING >There is a wealth of great architecture in the greater Phoenix, Arizona area, but none is influenced more greatly than the architectural interpretations of Gerry Jones, who is affectionately known as Moses because he laid out the original land planning for the town of Carefree – well before there were any home sites on the northeast slope of Black Mountain. Jones’ distinctive and eclectic designs interpretations incorporate indigenous materials from the extreme mountain terrain that he has come to know and love intimately. With 68 years of experience in architecture and construction, as well as 17 years teaching extreme terrain […]
KEEP READING >Looking for a Candelaria designed home in Scottsdale with a detached 1,500SF shop with 600SF mezzanine, 20ft ceilings on a golf course with no HOA? – Then you have found your year-round forever home This recently completed showcase home of 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths on a one-acre corner lot is simply magnificent, offering pure joy for every reason and season. 6,823 square feet of interior space on two levels with a profusion of amenities, Frank Aazami, listing agent with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Private Client Group is proud to present this home where every detail is thought out […]
KEEP READING >Luxury homes are an investment and a showcase of success. In the Valley of the Sun, the market is excellent for buyers wanting to enjoy a home full or part time or to invest in for a flip or holding until later. And, sellers might want to consider their options for how much money they want to invest into renovating a property to help secure their targeted closing price. In particular, buyers must understand that the luxury process is a unique one before beginning the journey: “Most buyers fail to find out how much and how long it’ll take to […]
KEEP READING >What makes a luxury home sale a solid transaction for the seller or the buyer in Maricopa County, Arizona? When isn’t a sale good for one or the other? Did the buyer pay too much; could the seller have gotten more money? Here’s our perspective on what went right, what went wrong. In 2019, 16 homes recorded above $7 million, almost four times greater than 2018 numbers in booming Maricopa County, an acceptable estate-level starting point for area closings. Frank Aazami, Global Advisor, and principal of the Private Client Group, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty in Scottsdale, recently evaluated these […]
KEEP READING >A Spanish Colonial kept under wraps features luxury around every corner Quietly set at the northeastern reach of Mummy Mountain and across from the Phoenix Mountain Preserve is a sprawling Spanish Colonial estate built with a blend of luxury and simplicity. Complete with seven bedrooms, six-and-a-half bathrooms, countless personal amenities and touches, and plenty of space for entertaining this winter, the Paradise Valley estate stands as a testament toward private and personalized luxury. A roundabout drive–which can double as a car valet for guests–leads you to the arching driveway featuring hand-carved Cantera stone detailing, giving you just a sliver of […]
KEEP READING >For almost four decades, the luxury golf community of Desert Highlands has garnered praise for its site-sensitive homes and high-quality amenities. “Distinguished,” “Elite,” say home and golf magazines, “Unbeatable,” says one resident. Centering on landmark 3,100-foot-high Pinnacle Peak, the 850-acre guard-gated community in north Scottsdale features an 18-hole par-72 championship course (Jack Nicklaus’ first Signature design and site of the first Skins Game in 1983); a challenging Gary Panks’ 18-hole putting course; a recently remodeled 30,000-square-foot Southwestern-style clubhouse; and 535 luxury custom homes. Two of those are highlighted here, offered by the high-performing Private Client Group, Russ Lyon | Sotheby’s […]
KEEP READING >The name Louis XV might bring to mind visions of opulence, regal French courts, and unmatched luxury. If this is the case, you wouldn’t be wrong. The real Louis XV, who reigned over France in the 1700s, was known for his affinity for nice things and decadent jewelry. His frivolous grip on money, however, ended up leading to the country’s financial downfall, which, in turn, inspired the French Revolution of 1789. But the name Louis XV doesn’t have to be completely tarnished, and, in fact, it can even be rehabilitated. And what better way to do it than through truly […]
KEEP READING >Downshift to first and upgrade into autom0tive paradise. This elegant, handcrafted home in Fountain Hills features an upper six-car and lower two-car garage, both temperature controlled. The lower houses the owner’s prized 2015s: an Audi R-8 V-10 and the fighter-jet-inspired Lamborghini Huracán with custom striping articulating the car’s sinuous lines. The upper garage has a short stairway to an ensuite room which could flex as an office, man-cave space or quarters for an au pair, maid or chauffeur. And, through extensive dual-pane windows, the 180-degree mountain and town-lights views are similar to those in the main living areas. The owner […]
KEEP READING >Wrap your holidays in chocolate joy. Gayle’s Chocolates creates artisanal chocolates and sweets that will thrill even the most sophisticated palates this holiday season and throughout the New Year. Car lovers in your life can even drive their gustatory sensations to new joy with the company’s hand-made classics. In a former 1930s home on reborn Main Street, Cottonwood, Arizona, Gayle’s can ship seasonal chocolate turkeys and Santa piñatas and New Year’s champagne bottles. Also offered for a world of fun year round is a globe-shaped piñata. Inside each are your choice of the company’s large assortment of confections. The turkey, […]
KEEP READING >American Fine Art, Inc. is a world-renowned international art publisher and fine art gallery. Their professional International Art Consultants have been helping clients build collections for decades. As their clients continue to pursue dreams of owning that elusive masterpiece or original work of fine art American Fine Art’s one on one attention is world class. The gallery specializes in 19th – 21st century European and American art. The 12,000 sq. ft. showcase gallery features an extensive collection of some of the world’s most distinguished, internationally acclaimed masters including Norman Rockwell, Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Andrew Wyeth, Joan Miro, Marc Chagall, […]
KEEP READING >In the Greater Phoenix area, a concoction of a surging population, aging demographics, and multiple freeway and road expansions has helped out the cause for healthcare real estate projects. According to data from the Phoenix branch of national real estate services company JLL, there was a 33-percent decrease in office vacancies since 2010. What’s more, the metro Phoenix medical office market saw a boost, representing about 17 million square feet of on- and off-campus space throughout the valley. At press time, an additional 300,000 square feet of space is under construction has been planned in the southeast valley alone (i.e. […]
KEEP READING >Frank Aazami’s Featured Listing The uncanny ability to pull the real estate rabbit out of the hat is the forte of Frank Aazami and once again, Frank Aazami’s Sotheby’s International Realty – Private Client Group, has taken on a global real estate leadership role. By combining the digital talents and auctioneering skills of Concierge Auctions, Private Client Group has joined with the powerful business force that closed more than $97M in luxury property portfolio sales in Arizona and Nevada alone last season. It is a plus that being on the Advisory Board of Concierge Auctions, enables Private Client Group to […]
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