Dave Hansen Paradise Valley Luxury – Unmatched Potential
April 12th, 2025
Classic Paradise Valley Luxury with Unlimited Potential!
Nestled on a prestigious R-43 lot in the heart of Paradise Valley’s sought-after Tatum Canyon, this original Dave Hansen-built estate exemplifies timeless Arizona elegance. Crafted with solid block construction and set on a slightly elevated, yet flat and level lot, the property offers the feeling of hillside living without the restrictions—no Hillside Review required. With four en-suite bedrooms, six baths, and a sprawling floor plan all on one level (save for a single step into the formal living room), the home offers an unparalleled canvas for tasteful updating or simply enjoying its unparalleled charm.
Thoughtful Layout & Rich Architectural Details
The split floor plan provides ideal privacy and flow, anchored by a sophisticated primary suite complete with a sitting room, fireplace, two walk-in closets, dual private toilet rooms (one with bidet), a dramatic sunken tub, and multiple private courtyards. Throughout the home, rich architectural details abound—from beamed ceilings in the family room to four stately fireplaces and original finishes that reflect true pride of ownership. A dedicated studio/office with its own access provides flexibility for work or live-in arrangements.
Indoor-Outdoor Living at Its Best
Outdoor living is central to this estate’s appeal. The grand circular drive welcomes guests into a private, courtyard-style entry that opens to lush gardens with mature trees and citrus. The backyard is a true Arizona oasis with an oversized pool with diving board and full size pool bathroom; tennis court, and deep patios designed for entertaining or quiet retreat. Expansive views of Mummy Camelback and Horseshoe Mountains add natural drama to every sunrise and sunset.
Rare Opportunity & Enduring Craftsmanship
This is a rare opportunity to own a classic Dave Hansen luxury home at lot value. Known for his meticulous craftsmanship and integration with the natural desert environment, Hansen’s homes are among Paradise Valley’s most cherished. Whether updating to modern tastes or preserving its iconic style, this property offers both immediate enjoyment and long-term investment value. “AS-IS” Sale Please.
About Dave Hansen
Dave Hansen was a distinguished luxury home builder renowned for his exceptional craftsmanship in Paradise Valley, Arizona. His portfolio includes several high-end custom homes, particularly in the prestigious Tatum Canyon neighborhood. Hansen’s work is characterized by meticulous attention to detail, integration with natural surroundings, and a commitment to luxury and quality. His homes are a testament to refined taste and enduring craftsmanship in Paradise Valley’s luxury real estate market.
Iconic Phoenix Towers Perfection Corner Unit
October 31st, 2024
Welcome to your next mid-century home! This corner home in Phoenix Towers offers a wonderful view location, sensible floor plan, abundant storage, and superbly updated interiors. A rare find, this apartment-style home includes two bedrooms and two baths, interior unit laundry, updated kitchen and baths, as well as a view terrace overlooking Central Avenue. Retaining its midcentury look and feel, there’s a modern vibe that continues throughout the updated interiors. A rare find—”turn-key” describes this home, which is indeed not always the case in this desirable building. Included are 2 parking spaces and additional on-site storage.
The building offers a nearly unequaled concierge level of service. Original details, including the Terrazzo floors in the entry lobby, are retained. There is an on-site pool, while the top floor features an enclosed view space with a catering kitchen and an outside terrace with stunning views of the city. The property also has a community garden and dog park. Run to this one!
Phoenix Towers (Cooperative Apartments, Inc.) is located in the Alvarado Historic District and was the first residential high-rise building in the state and the first high-rise in Phoenix outside of downtown.
Phoenix Towers remains one of the preeminent buildings and residential addresses in Central/Mid-Town Phoenix. A testament to its high-quality construction, superb location, and enduring mid-century architecture.
Scottsdale Spanish Modern – Health Corridor Area
February 22nd, 2025
Welcome to your updated and remodeled dream home, where luxurious Southwestern Modern design meets spacious living in this 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom oasis. With a private guest house and over an acre of stunning landscaping, this home is designed to provide the ultimate retreat for comfort and style. Spacious bedrooms offer peaceful escapes, and spa-like bathrooms invite relaxation, including a primary suite that features an outdoor shower and a hidden closet for a touch of intrigue.
The outdoor space is nothing short of extraordinary, designed with leisure in mind. Lush landscaping surrounds a sunken fire-pit, ample patios, and a sparkling pool, perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. The freestanding guesthouse adds an extra layer of privacy and comfort for family or friends. A bonus oversized garage offers space for up to four cars and more.
Step inside to discover high-end finishes throughout, from the travertine flooring to the beehive-style wood-burning fireplace in the family room. The remodeled kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a professional-grade cooktop and appliances, complemented by a charming eat-in kitchen with sideboards and a walk-in pantry. A large game room perfect for billiards and a contemporary powder room further elevate this home’s appeal.
With mature citrus trees, a large garden area, shaded lawns, and a sunken fire pit, the backyard is a true sanctuary. The home is thoughtfully designed with spacious bedrooms and stunning bathrooms, including a Zen-like outdoor shower and luxurious walk-in showers. This home offers everything you need for comfort, privacy, and fun—all in an ideal North Scottsdale location.
Marlen Grove Mid Century Wonder!
May 19th, 2023
Marlen Grove is one of those neighborhoods you could wait years to get into. This updated remodeled Ralph Haver Mid-Century Modern home with pool is a good example of what’s available in this special neighborhood. Call us today if interested!
Iconic Three Fountains 28 – Al Beadle Architect
April 26th, 2023
DESIGNER SHOWCASE: Beadle, the Valley’s quintessential modernist, defined what is now known as Mid Century Modern. Inspired by Beadle’s ingenious design, By Design Development brings a fresh perspective to the style, asking, ”What Would Beadle Do?” This question became central to the renovation of Three Fountains #28. The vision embraced Beadle’s low-profile & clean lines, while introducing a rich and timeless palette that is approachable, soft, and elegantly inviting. Assembling an expert team featuring award winning interior design by Lawrence Lake Interiors, w/ architect Ned Sawyer, and Scott Jarson, Lake’s ‘Beadle NOW’ concept embodies the essence of Three Fountains #28. Experience the harmony of Beadle’s iconic style & allure! Significant & Remarkable.
The vision for Three Fountains #28 seamlessly combines Beadle’s signature low-profile and clean lines with a rich, timeless color palette, creating an inviting atmosphere that radiates sophistication. To realize this harmonious concept, By Design Development assembled a team of renowned experts, featuring Lawrence Lake Interiors and including architect Ned Sawyer, Beadle’s long-time collaborator, and Scott Jarson.
Three Fountains #28 features soft marble flooring in the primary bath, completely new cabinetry throughout, a stackable washer & dryer, and a beautifully landscaped back patio. The kitchen has been functionally reimagined, featuring an eat-in kitchen island, Beadle Ball pendants, and a full-sized French door fridge.
The secondary suite is set for an updated office, and terrazzo tiles adorn both indoor and outdoor spaces. Rare blue and green original glass reveals, along with a glass door reveal opening up the foyer, create a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. The property features a water feature and mirrored yard, expanding spaces while showcasing concrete and Mid-Century aesthetics.
Additional highlights include commercial-grade carpeting, painted block walls, Euro cabinetry, a glass reveal walk-in shower, built-in closets, spider uplighting, floating vanities, and high-end fixtures. The entry wall has been removed for added light, further enhancing the property’s inviting atmosphere.
Nestled within this sophisticated haven, you’ll find seamless indoor-outdoor spaces, perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the tranquility of your surroundings. The landscaped back patio serves as an extension of the living area, providing a serene setting for relaxation or al fresco dining.
The attention to detail in this exceptional property is evident in every aspect, from the rare original glass reveals and terrazzo tiles to the art including a high-end Al Beadle sculpture and original art works by Straight Lines and Corners adorning the walls. The result is a captivating fusion of Beadle’s timeless design principles and contemporary sophistication that offers discerning homeowners a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the essence of Mid-Century Modern design with a contemporary flair.
Tempe Modern Ranch
June 28th, 2023
Every detail was considered when building and constructing this home with a mission to create an open, light-filled, low energy and livable floor plan – a solid and comfortable home designed for generations.
Inside you will love the French white oak floors, gas fireplace, abundant storage space, large Laundry Room, plus 1-car parking in the front and a 4-car tandem garage in the back. This home also features a Google Nest system, 2 tankless gas water heaters, foam insulation, smooth drywall, and a synthetic plaster system on the outside that never needs painting.
The spacious and light-filled Great Room opens to a sleek custom kitchen with composite Ceasarstone counters, decorator tile backsplash, huge kitchen island, graphite Dacor appliances, double oven, pantry shelves, and gas cooktop.
All this is just steps away from ASU and Tempe Streetcar! New main home features 2 Primary Suites, one up and one main floor, and both include a study, bookshelves, and large walk-in closets.
The Village at Camelback – Schoenberger, Straub, and Florence
January 25th, 2025
Nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain, the exclusive Village at Camelback community offers an exceptional blend of modern luxury and timeless architectural design. With stunning views of the iconic Camelback Mountain and its close proximity to Arcadia and Paradise Valley, this location offers both tranquility and convenience. This guard-gated community provides privacy while maintaining easy access to nearby amenities. Its design, reflecting contemporary elegance best described a “California Spanish Modern” creates an inviting and functional spaces that are perfect for both relaxation and entertaining.
The architectural roots of this home trace back to the renowned Phoenix-based firm Schoenberger, Straub, and Florence, which has a lasting legacy of desert modern design. Founded in 1973 by Calvin Straub, George Schoneberger, and Earl Florence, the firm embraced the principles of modernist architecture while incorporating the unique Arizona landscape into their designs. Straub, who worked briefly under Richard Neutra, is often called the “Father of California Post & Beam Architecture.” Schoneberger, known for designing the Regency Tower, and whose designs have shaped many iconic Valley homes, left an indelible mark on Arizona’s architectural history, and this property stands as a testament to their legacy of innovation and beauty.
In terms of convenience, this location offers the best of both worlds: serenity in a prime location close to everything Phoenix has to offer. The Village at Camelback is within walking distance to upscale dining, including Steak 44 and AJ’s Fine Foods, as well as the recently developed Global Ambassador complex, which features luxury shopping and dining. For outdoor enthusiasts, hiking and biking trails are just moments away, offering direct access to the natural beauty of Camelback Mountain. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, the home’s location provides easy access to Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport. This home delivers the perfect balance of modern luxury and convenience, ideal for anyone seeking a luxurious, low-maintenance lifestyle in one of Phoenix’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
LOLOMA 5 Live/Work – Will Bruder Architect
April 11th, 2020
Loloma 5 –An award wining and timeless architectural design by Will Bruder FAIA. Showcasing a fabulous palette of materials, this highly upgraded city-home offers mixed-use commercial office space (or den), 2 bedrooms, roof terrace, and a view patio aligned with local street views. This perfectly proportioned 3 story town-home style condo with inspired, loft-like interiors. This home offers original upgrades and special architectural details. Live/work zoning makes for a flexible lifestyle; 2-car carport is gated and private. Located in the Arts District of Downtown Scottsdale.
This building offers timeless and sustainable materials coupled with desert modern architecture. An elegant zinc clad street elevation marries to natural steel details, galvanized perforated panels, and Galvalume metal roof for a timeless material palette. Windows fall playfully and rhythmically alone the elevations to allow maximum north facing natural light to flood the interiors without heat gain. 13 ft master suite ceilings, 2 balconies and walk-out roof deck complete the connection to the outdoors.
This unit offers an array of custom built-in storage and upgrades not standard in this development: Poliform/Varena master closet and kitchen cabinetry. This
More about this very special project: Located in the Loloma Arts District in historic Downtown Scottsdale, Loloma 5 was the first multi-unit mixed-use project to be constructed under the Scottsdale Green Building Program. Considered a masterpiece of modernism by the internationally renowned architect, this iconic building has been published in books and magazines throughout the United States, Japan, and Australia and is featured in the book: THE GREEN HOUSE: NEW DIRECTIONS IN SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE; in periodicals such as GA (Global Architecture <Japan>); and featured in a version of the Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary Work Architecture.
Palo Verde Lane- StudioROEDER Architects
March 30th, 2018
This new home community by local architect Scott Roeder of StudioROEDER and La Casa Builders offers desert modern architecture paired with elegant simplicity. Gracious entry space gives way to expanse, which leads to private sanctuary. Classic proportion, enduring materials and visual clarity create an engaging sense of place. Interior meets exterior living. Conveniently located at the intersection of Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Nestled among well-established neighborhoods, just north of downtown Scottsdale, Palo Verde Lane is like no other community in the greater Phoenix area. While the architecture is modern, the homes manifest the enduring characteristics of the materials used to create them: the warmth of wood, the permanence of natural quarried stone, and the openness of glass.
Dillon Residence – Chen+Suchart Architects
October 9th, 2017
A sheltered compound of serenely beautiful structures, the Dillon Residence offers a timeless mix of Contemporary and Modern design in a courtyard setting uniquely appropriate to the Arizona climate. With a classic Arizona ranch-home as a starting point, the footprint of the home’s original L-shape building was retained for the main house in a massive 2007 remodel, while an addition was built for the Master Suite that envelops a newly defined courtyard. A modern program redesigned the living, dining and family rooms into one larger space that is minimally defined by a kitchen in between. Anchored by a pool on one end, the courtyard incorporates the outdoors into the occupants’ daily experience.
A large gabion wall, comprised of local Salt River rock, serves as a backdrop to the courtyard and creates privacy. Rusted, corrugated metal cladding extends from the roof of the main house to the wall at the Master Suite.
The home offers Guest Bedrooms each complete with en-suite bath and walk-in closets. The home/studio/hobby room doubles as an oversized laundry and there is a separate dog run as well as private guest area courtyards. The separate freestanding Master Suite is accessed off a covered patio for ultimate “destination” privacy. Offering a spa-like retreat there’s ample room for seating as well as an oversized walk-in closet, completely built out with custom storage. The bath is superb with large soaking tub, steam shower and private toilet room with bidet.
The Asian inspired center courtyard is greatly sheltered by mature desert trees surrounding a synthetic grass lawn: The pool and spa are accessed through a custom steel rolling gate. The Kitchen is a mastery of elegance and function with large island with preparation and service sinks. The appliances are first rate professional grade models than will satisfy any chef. The adjacent “butler’s pantry” offers wine/beverage storage and more. There is a large walk-in pantry.
The hidden side-entry garage is immaculate and offers additional built-in storage. The grounds are fully landscaped and feature an array of details seldom found. There’s a tack-room facility converted to conditioned office space, home gym, storage as well as additional covered parking. The home could not be recreated at the asking price. Recent updates include HVAC updates in 2020 and installation of synthetic turf lawns for easy care and low maintenance.
About the Architects: Established in 2002, Chen + Suchart Studio offers Architecture, Interiors, and Urban Design services with a commitment to the highest quality of design first and foremost. The investigation of design and architectural ideas involves a rich process informed by programmatic needs, conditions of the site, and attention to the client’s desires.
The Five Degree Residence
November 24th, 2016
The Five Degree Residence is a work of incredibly intricate architecture that includes cast in place concrete, unique masonry block and expressive steel and glass detailing. Completed in 2009, the home was designed by Jerry Little/S.E.A.D Architecture+ Construction. Clearly a work of art, this home was awarded a Sunnyslope Point of Pride Award and considerable architectural recognition. Commanding its mountain preserve site, the home offers outstanding views of city and mountain; yet you remain sheltered.
Eddie Jones AIA Desert Modern – Estancia
March 8th, 2016
Recently completed, this stunning modern home in Estancia combines world-class architecture, exquisite finishes and outstanding views to create a luxury home like no other. Architect Eddie M. Jones AIA worked magic to define a Desert Modern home the offers a comfortable floorplan, but remains a sculptural element in the landscape. Coupling lasting, desert sensitive materials and playful spaces, the architect made the most of this incredible view site, while creating a play of light and color that caresses the senses.