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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Last year, Forbes issued a report detailing the rise of the gig economy in the United States. From freelance writers to part-time Uber drivers, from graphic designers to wedding photographers, more than 57 million Americans (representing one-third of the country’s workforce) is considered part of this gig umbrella. So, where are all those people working? While Starbucks and local craft coffee houses offer free WiFi, creating makeshift offices for people, a newer kind of office-yet-not-an-office environment has become more popular and more available: the co-working space. Co-working spaces offer a respite for creatives and startups and entrepreneurs from noisy coffee […]
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“The 8,550 square foot symphony of a home is elevated above the Sonoran desert like a crown on a regal knoll – and all around are unobstructed views where no one else can ever build,” says Frank Aazami, listing agent with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Private Client Group. His associate listing agent, David Arustamian, explained that the greatest variety and some of the most interesting homes are found in Fountain Valley, known for its impressive water namesake, once the tallest in the world. The showcase estate that appears like a giant grand piano from above the air is located […]
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Esta casa puede ser su casa – “This house can be your house” – custom designed specifically for Arizona’s outdoor/indoor lifestyle for the pure joy of living in a very special desert mansion Built in 2008 by Tim Larson and Ron Steege at La Casa Builders, this one level 7,258 square foot deluxe home is sited on a one-acre triangular lot in the heart of Royal Palm Estates with more than spectacular views of Camelback Mountains. Designed by C.P. Drewett, the property includes a separate semi-attached guesthouse casita with kitchen, living room, bath, and private bedroom; covered patio, gated multiple […]
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The New California Lifestyle: ocean vistas, uncrowded beaches, nearby forests and freedom from congestion, hullabaloo and the stress of urban centers. It’s centering, scenery, family, a sunset walk with your dog as the Pacific quenches a twilight sun, small town rhythms, work/life balance and finally having the time to enjoy the attractions and weather that drew you west. Exemplifying this are five stellar properties in central and northern coastal California, all just a few hours’ drive from the annual events of Monterey Car Week this August. During your automotive visit, coast along scenic Highway 1 to experience these blue-ribbon opportunities, […]
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A home whose scale is commensurate with your lifestyle, incorporating the highest level of design, materials, appliances, fixtures and finishes: This 12,100-square-foot masterpiece in Paradise Valley, 3700 E. Camino Sin Nombre, is ready for you to complete and enjoy. On a private 1.72-acre corner lot, the Modern Desert Contemporary custom has been optimally sited for unobstructed views of landmark Camelback Mountain and Piestewa Peak and is minutes from the dining, shopping, recreational and cultural assets of Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Phoenix. Sky Harbor International Airport is 20 minutes south, and there are several private and municipal airports in proximity. With […]
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Live the desert dream in this ultra-luxe home that combines the surrounding urban energy and sophistication with a very private setting of natural beauty on over 2 acres. The adjacent highly recognized Red Rock Mountain is showcased in awe inspiring and unforgettable panorama from wherever you look from the home and property. These natural views are predominantly wind and water sculpted pinnacles, canyons, and the red-rock cliffs the area is noted for. Picture yourself in this remarkable 7000 square foot estate enjoying the breathtakingly dramatic mountain views and expansive grounds, all within driving distance to nearby restaurants and a myriad […]
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One-of-a-kind privately gated and private walled compound Privately gated and walled OFF-Premise Man-Cave for Car Collectors; Artist Studio; or Jewelry designers compound. Presently used as a private family office space, the facility awaits perhaps another intrepid entrepreneur who is looking for a combination of family compound ambiance and business space. Built to commercial grade with concrete, steel, and glass elements, the clerestory windows wash the spacious interior with natural light, while the ceilings of 16 feet and 20 feet add a sense of grandeur and spaciousness throughout. Note the 10-foot tall solid cherry doors, glass ceiling rooms, granite counters, and […]
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For Jeff Grant, owner and operator of San Diego-based real estate group Sand and Sea Investments, the drive to work with people and give back to the community has always been in his DNA. That drive has manifested itself in a number of ways, from multiple charity-related roles and events to finding the right property for his clients, the Scottsdale, Arizona native’s mission to serve others has found a home in real estate. After finding himself in a bit of a professional rut in 2008, Grant picked himself up and began Sand and Sea Investments in San Diego. One by […]
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Chef Brandon Jedd has revealed his spring menu at Scottsdale’s House Brasserie. The elegant restaurant occupies a historic home in Old Town Scottsdale, 6936 East Main Street, adjacent to another city landmark, the Hotel Valley Ho. Founded in 2012 by chef/co-owner Matt Carter, the award-winning brasserie (an upscale bistro for the French) is in Scottsdale’s second-oldest house, built in 1939. The nearby Titus House, 1892, is the oldest. This Oct. 15, Joseph ‘Joe’ Ieraci and wife, Julie, celebrate their first anniversary as the new owners of the property, formerly owned by Carter and business partner Terri Ellisor. The two own […]
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In a Paradise Valley premium location called La Place Du Sommet, this lovely estate displays city lights and mountain views from every room in the house. Nestled within areas with names such as Hummingbird Estates, Montana de Bonitas Casas (mountain of beautiful homes), this place of the summit (La Place du Sommet) represents 270 degrees of panoramic valley views from one of the five highest hillside homes in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Summing up the universal appeal of this home with this invitation to take a grand tour: you will rarely have cold weather, you will adore the indoor outdoor life […]
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Want privacy in one of America’s most sought-after zip codes: 85253? A quiet tree-lined street welcomes you to the approach and circular drive of this spectacular five-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bathroom custom home, 5636 East Buena Vista, in Hidden Lane Estates, near Doubletree Road and 56th Street in Paradise Valley. Close to the dining, shopping, cultural and recreational opportunities of Scottsdale, the 6,780-square-foot single-level, with no interior steps, includes a stand-alone 662-square-foot casita with a kitchenette, full bath and laundry. The 2.25 acres of the Santa Barbara/Tuscan-style home are perfect for everyday living, intimate family retreats and large gatherings, with grass front and […]
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Tomaso Maggiore is in the kitchen at Tomaso’s Italian Restaurant, 32nd Street and Camelback Road, where he’s been meeting vendors and cooking since morning. Later, he’ll break from the back of the house and visit the front, where guests are enjoying his standout food and wine. Or, the same day, he’s also at sister location Tomaso’s When in Rome, which opened two years ago in North Scottsdale, 23655 North Scottsdale Road, at Pinnacle Peak Road. At either restaurant, he’s working with as much passion as he did in the early 1970s when he opened his first Valley restaurant, Maggiore’s, on […]
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Locale will be the popular restaurant’s fourth & fifth in the Valley Hot spot restaurant Barrio Queen recently unveiled plans for a fourth location, opening at Tempe Marketplace (2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281). Set to open in Summer 2019, the much-anticipated new location is currently under construction and will be built from the ground up, custom-designed by well-known architect, Mark Candelaria, AIA. Located between Ruby Tuesday and Thirsty Lion Gastropub, the new location will encompass 5,700 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, and include an open kitchen. Unique features planned include a private glass atrium tequila […]
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The dutiful, affectionate and most trustworthy security system As a trainer of elite working dogs for law enforcement, military and personal use, I’m often asked what one should consider before acquiring a personal protection dog. Of course, there are as many factors as there are life situations. Borrowing some terms from the finance world, I’ve listed three key considerations. Exposure: How vulnerable are you and your loved ones? Do you frequently travel while your family stays behind? Are you or your partner in a highly visible position at work or in the community that puts you at risk from disgruntled […]
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Here’s the way to Britt’s Ranch – a superlative Scottsdale home and potential horse property. As central Scottsdale transitions to the foothills on its north boundary, the Sonoran Desert rises from just above 1,500 feet at the city airport to the lush vegetation of the higher elevations, reaching more than 4,000 feet. Sagebrush and saguaro are joined by denser appearances of palo verde, mesquite, desert fern, ocotillo, flowering cactus and succulents. Hawks soar, then dive for food, hummingbirds twitter, feeding from the flowers, and coyotes prowl among the brush and washes, then become sculpture-still when seen or approaching prey. Homes […]
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Drive your cars to paradise; park them in a ballroom worthy of their provenance. In 85253, one of the country’s most prestigious zipcodes, this 20,000-square-foot estate elegantly built on 1.21 acres along the south side of landmark Mummy Mountain in Paradise Valley. The classic European-Style custom home, 7046 North 59th Place, features six bedrooms, six full bathrooms and six-and-a-half half bathrooms on three well-defined levels. The 1,500-square-foot upper level, including the office and guest rooms, the 10,000-square-foot main living area, and the 8,500-square foot lower ballroom and car showroom, all provide 180-degree views, magnificently centered on another Valley of the […]
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After acquiring those great collectible cars, trucks and motorcycles at the January Valley of the Sun auctions, you’ll need a home here with garages worthy of them. Three luxury properties in high-profile locations, two in Scottsdale and one in neighboring Paradise Valley, all have garages for five or six cars. And, the trio of superlative homes are all near most of the automotive events, making walk-through visits easy. In Scottsdale, 12802 East Gold Dust Avenue is a privately gated estate on 1.7 acres including a six-car garage as well as exterior spaces for four vehicles. The extended-length garage, with entry […]
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As you enter the gate and climb the winding driveway of this French Country estate in Prescott, Arizona, architectural and scenic beauty, luxury and fantasy, magnificently coalesce. On seven acres with hundreds of mature trees, the two-story custom is sited beneath Thumb Butte, the landmark lava-flow tower that rises 1,200 feet above the mile-high city two hours north of Phoenix. The 6,978-square-foot home includes a 12 car carriage house with RV storage, an 878-square-foot guest house and a mini-casita. Just minutes from downtown Prescott, the first territorial capital of Arizona, the four-bedroom, seven-bathroom home, built in 2000–01, includes horse privileges, English […]
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Experience the ultimate definition of luxury with San Diego Prestige, located in the heart of Downtown San Diego. Your dreams can be fulfilled with a rental experience like no other, whether your dream includes coasting down the highway in their beautiful Ferrari 488 GTB or sailing the waters in their luxurious 143ft Leight Star yacht. For some, Prestige Rentals fulfills dreams, but for others, San Diego Prestige offers a lifestyle. Since 2004, San Diego Prestige has made car renting and living an affordable lifestyle a pleasurable experience in San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, Las Vegas, and the Greater Southern […]
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Car lovers, sink your teeth into this auto housing paradise in Desert Mountain Peeking around the corners of the north valley, a luxury home stands out among other custom-built properties surrounding it. With more than 5,300 square feet of handcrafted and spacious living space, 9447 E. Covey Trail totals 7300 square feet under roof is a testament to personal luxury and customized craft. But beyond its elegant touches and personalized feel, one of the home’s most notable features is its expansive air conditioned garage and auto housing, big enough to host more than just the family SUV. Currently on the […]
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Even with Arizona’s many fine steakhouses, Fleming’s remains a prime choice. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar robustly continues the 20-year mission of its restaurateur founders, Valley resident Paul Fleming and business partner Bill Allen of Newport Beach, California. “They never wanted to be another traditional dark lit, super-masculine steakhouse,” says Chef Jeff Fearing, who guides the location adjacent to the Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas, Lincoln Drive and Scottsdale Road. “From the start back in 1998, they wanted a female-friendly steakhouse with a diverse menu that satisfied many appetites and palates.” Today, the two original restaurants, including central Scottsdale […]
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From its sprawling and decadent facade to its personalized touches of handcrafted materials, a beautiful five-bedroom estate rests comfortably at the base of Mummy Mountain. Surrounded by unmatched desert views and personal sunsets, this 8,000 square foot Mediterranean home is a testament of luxury and meticulous workmanship harnessed by an envious level of privacy. Built by American Traditions in 2008, this exquisite and timeless home was built with elegant features and a strong foundation. Located at 5401 E. Mockingbird Ln. in Paradise Valley, the home comes complete with separate guest suite, a split floor plan with a children’s wing, wine […]
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Matchmaker Wanda Ewasiuk makes it her daily goal to bring elite clients together to find loven When online dating burst onto the scene in the late 90’s, most people brushed it off as an Internet experimentation fad; a spinoff of the dot-com boom that saw a general excited fascination with this thing call the world wide web. Fast-forward about 15 years and people began swiping to find their perfect match for life or the next few months or the night. While these novel ideas of online and mobile dating has made dating playful, it has also saturated the dating scene, […]
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