Arts + Culture

Family First

Spencer 4 Hire Roofing Serves the Community Article by Michelle Talsma Everson | Photography by Shannon Liebrock Nathan Spencer, owner of Spencer 4 Hire Roofing, believes in the power of treating customers like family. “I treat every roofing job like it is a roof over my own family’s head,” he shares. This philosophy has served the local, family-owned business well, as they have been offering quality roofing services in Ahwatukee and surrounding areas for 15 years. And, while they’ve been in...

Home + Design

A New Look

This Home Gets a Fresh, Clean, Timeless Design Article by MIchelle Glicksman | Photography by Lindsay Borg When Diane and Roy Fuchs undertook their recent remodel, it was unexpected. They had been looking to add large glass sliding patio doors to their home and headed to a neighbor who had just installed the same feature to see if they liked it. They loved the look of the doors—but fell in love with the remodel the neighbor had completed. “We fell in love with the design,” Diane says. “And...

Home + Design

AZ Fire Bowls

Enjoy a Beautiful and Relaxing Fire Outside—No Gas Line or Propane Needed Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Provided Sitting by a fire bowl on a cool desert evening can be a relaxing way to unwind. Because most fire bowls run on natural gas or propane, people who don’t have a gas line or aren’t keen on hauling heavy propane tanks will miss out on this soothing experience. But thanks to AZ Fire Bowls and its innovative and elegant line of products, people can enjoy the ambiance of an...

Home + Design

Remodeled Dream Home

A Stunning Modern Renovation in Circle G Riggs Ranch Article by Kim Stoegbauer | Photography by Elizabeth Lawlor Nestled within the prestigious Circle G Riggs Ranch neighborhood in Chandler, this incredible home has undergone a complete transformation designed by the TomKat design team. For many months, we worked with our clients to locate a new home for their family. They were hoping for a custom home on an acre lot but it was difficult to find the right property. At one point in the process...

Home + Design

Decoding Your Design: What Your Home Style Reveals About You

Article by Lisa Ryan Whyte | Photography by Provided Modern Mastery: Where Simplicity Meets Efficiency Dive into the world of modern design, characterized by clean lines, minimalist aesthetics, and a devotion to functionality. If your home exudes a modern vibe, chances are you're an organized individual who values efficiency and appreciates the beauty in simplicity.   Traditional Charm: Creating Comfortable Havens Explore the timeless appeal of traditional homes, boasting warm colors...

Food + Beverage

Quiches & Pies

The Online Bakery Offers a Variety of Made-From-Scratch Quiches, Pies, and Wellingtons Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Clementine Buschtetz When Fabrice and Máiréad Buschtetz opened Cuisine & Wine Bistro in 2015, the couple quickly noticed that customers couldn’t get enough of Chef Fabrice’s signature quiches. In order to make it easier than ever for people to order and enjoy the savory egg-based dishes, along with their popular assortment of fruit pies, the couple was inspired to...

Life + Culture

Chandler Education Foundation

For Almost 40 Years, This Nonprofit Has Helped Harness Community Support for Excellence in Education Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Provided The Chandler Education Foundation (CEF) was founded in 1986 with one key mission in mind: To ignite the power of community fundraising to fuel access, innovation, and excellence within the Chandler Unified School District. “Through the concerted efforts of the CEF team and the steadfast support of our board of directors, we coordinate events...

Arts + Culture

Music Men

A Perry High School Senior is One-Half of the Father-and-Son Country Duo, Dawson Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Rochelle Perez Some fathers and sons connect over sports, video games, or movies. But for Gary Dawson and his son Colton, 17, that link occurs on stage in front of hundreds—sometimes thousands—of strangers every week. Dawson, the father-son country music duo, has played more than 170 gigs before numerous crowds at venues spanning bars, restaurants, and private parties...

Local Services

Spring Fashion Show Supports Nonprofit

The Event on March 2 Raises Money for the Assistance League of East Valley Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Provided On Sat., March 2, people can attend an enjoyable event while also helping to support a local nonprofit. Assistance League of East Valley will host Spring-Tacular Day, featuring “Fashions, Friends and Fun’draising” at the Marriott Phoenix Chandler, 1600 S. Price Road. As Judy Brown, resource development vice president notes, the event will help provide new school...

Arts + Culture

Dierks Bentley

Hometown Country Music Star Dierks Bentley Makes His Return to the Official Afterparty of the WM Phoenix Open Article by Nadine Bubeck | Photography by Zach Belcher Photography Nearly 30 years ago, Dierks Bentley and his dad loaded up their family truck so the country-loving musician could try his luck in Nashville. Fast-forward to now, and the fan favorite is rocking the charts. This year, the superstar returns to WM Phoenix Open—affectionately nicknamed The People’s Open—to grace the stage...