Living

After suffering a serious medical emergency, Scottsdale’s Tom Halverstadt made a Landmark decision. Forgoing house-ownership and all that it required, Halverstadt bought into Kierland Commons’ conveniently located and luxuriously appointed condo building.

As we celebrate design excellence in this issue, we thought we’d tribute one piece of furniture that we’re all happy to see at the end of the day: the chair. From iconic midcentury modern pieces to our favorite recliners and lounges in pop culture, here’s our ode to our favorite four-legged - in most cases - friend.

Does designing your home have you confused? Elements of Design’s Owner & Lead Interior Designer Lina Quintero answers your questions each month.

Question: I like modern interior design, but not minimalism, how do I combine the two in my home?

Interior designer Marcia Graber resisted the originally dated décor in Larry Trachtenberg’s Scottsdale townhome, opting instead for a sleek and neutral design with pops of color.