DESERT DESIGN WEEK | SCOTTSDALE, AZ

Tickets are live! The Spring Edition of @desertdesignweek takes over Phoenix + Scottsdale April 16–23. Experiences. Showrooms. Home & Garden tour. Maker markets. Art exhibitions. Conversations. From intimate gatherings to immersive environments, this year’s program brings together artists, designers, architects, and makers—showcasing creativity across design disciplines. Explore the lineup + tickets at DesertDesignWeek.com April 16–23, 2026 Art. Design. Architecture. Community Sponsors: @plushinstallation @aristahome @mccullyconstruction @handcraftedtile @cameroncustomaz @hello_sun_studio Media Sponsors: @azfoothills @phoenixhomeandgarden @buildmagazine_ Film: @elcreativeco #desertdesignweek #desertdesign #scottsdaleevents #phoenixevents #designevents

For everyone who joined Design Notes hosted by Cameron Custom (and for those who couldn’t make it), the key takeaways are now live on the @cameroncustomaz blog. This breakfast conversation at @silverleafclub brought together leading voices across architecture, interiors, and construction (@cameroncustomaz , @mccullyconstruction , @jhldesign + @stratton.architects ) to unpack what truly makes a home exceptional, from the “invisible” decisions that shape how a home lives to the power of early collaboration and alignment. We also dug into longevity, where projects tend to go off track, and what’s worth investing in for results that hold up over time. /blog/ #desertdesignweek #designweek #arizonaliving #designtalks #scottsdaleevents

One of our favorite homes we’ve had at DDW. This is the kind of place that makes you go WOW, from the architecture to the interiors to the landscaping to the views. Beautifully designed and furnished by @bungalowaz and brought to life outdoors by @thegreenroom.la , it’s a home that feels made for its setting, with Camelback views that truly take your breath away. Video: @eraldonudo #desertdesignweek #designweek #azarchitecture #landscapearchitecute #indooroutdoorliving

The most talked about event at DDW this spring. Thank you to everyone who came and made IN THE MAKING so special, and a huge thank you to the @modern_nest team and @laculinaryevents for creating the ultimate night. What a dream of an evening. Photos @brookklynphoto

A few goodies from Collected Assembly — a market centered on the idea that the most memorable spaces are shaped by the objects we collect over time. Thank you @studio.sgt , @iamhannahklemm , @shopbarn10 , @marjeaux.interiors , @casadeatelier , @amywilliamsdesign , @bettinachowpottery for popping up in the most beautify way and for @galerietown for hosting. Photos: @ashleyguicecreative #desertdesignweek #desertstyle #designweek #westcoastdesign #scottsdaleevents

Layers of time and family history in conversation with nature. Arroyo Verde is the kind of project where native vegetation is layered with consideration, blurring the boundaries between what is purely desert and what has been carefully planted. Thank you @thegreenroom.la for welcoming the DDW cominuty to experience this special place. Video: @eraldonudo #desertdesignweek #desertstyle #designweek #landscapearchitecture #arizonadesign

It was a privilege to have such an exceptional group of pros speaking at Design Notes during @desertdesignweek . Thank you to @cameroncustomaz for hosting, and @cammiebeckert , @stratton.architects , @mccullyconstruction and @jhldesign for your contribution and thoughtful insights about design, construction and architecture. Photo: @lucerorivero #desertdesignweek #designweek #azarchitecture #designnotes #arizonadesign

For those that missed the conversation with @toddnickey and @studiomikediaz hosted at @wisemanandgale , we made the audio file available in our newsletter this month. Sign up with the link in bio or DM for a link request. Video: @gridphx Cover Photo: @ashleyguicecreative #desertdesign #desertdesignweek #scottsdaledesign #interiordesign #scottsdaleevents

Scent has the ability to instantly bring back memories, places, and feelings. It was a pleasure seeing so many people experience @bernardparfum for the first time at Wiseman & Gale during DDW. Conceived as a modern collection of perfume oils and candles from @toddnickey , Bernard is an epicene suite of scents, less bound by category and more interested in fragrance as environment. A selection of their parfüm öl and candles are available to experience in person in Scottsdale at @wisemanandgale 📍Wiseman & Gale Showroom 4015 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Photos @ashleyguicecreative #desertdesignweek #interiordesignshowrooms #designshowroom #arizonadesign Bernardfregranc

Our goal for our event with @desertdesignweek was to create something that felt deeply intentional: an immersive dining experience that celebrated our shared love for design, community, and creativity, while pushing the boundaries of what our brands could bring to life together. @brookklynphoto captured the evening beautifully. As we transformed a @modern_nest luxury spec home still in the making into an immersive four-course dining experience by @laculinaryevents for one night, it became an evening to remember. The gallery room offered a glimpse into the Modern Nest design process, showcasing the materials, floor plans, elevations, and curated details that will ultimately shape Stone Haven into what it is destined to become. The four-course dinner was thoughtfully executed by none other than Lauren Allen Culinary Events, featuring a menu inspired by the seasonality of Napa Valley, where vibrant produce and refined technique took center stage. Each course was paired with a selection of artisanal wines chosen to complement and elevate the experience. Transforming an active construction site into an elevated event venue was no small undertaking and required months of planning, collaboration, and trust. A special thank you to @divinityeventproductions , who handled everything from the linens to the lighting and AV, and to @townandcountry_eventrentals for the beautiful furniture. To our extraordinary vendors and everyone who helped bring this evening to life, thank you 🤍 Venue and Host: @modern_nest Architect: @ranchmine Food and Beverage Experience: @laculinaryevents Coordinating: @evoqueaz Lighting and Audio Visual: @divinityeventproductions Draping: @linensbydivinity Florals: @mintgreendesign Paper: @carolinehainescreative Metal Work: @twotooldesigns Stone & Wine Bar: @aristahome DJ: Richie Gledhill - @introverted______ Photography: @brookklynphoto and @lummemedia Cinematographer: @alevidal Content Creation: @theedit.kt Bar: @primrentals Rentals: @townandcountry_eventrentals Wine Tower & Chargers: @theconfettistudio Restrooms: @pretty_powderrooms Valet: @gogreenvalet

Loving all the beautiful souls that joined us the sold-out conversion with @rarebeauty CMO @byashleymarie hosted at the @andazscottsdale . We appreciate you. Xx Big thanks to @plushinstallation for making this possible. Photos: @brookklynphoto #desertdesignweek #creativestrategy #scottsdaleevents

For one evening, we transformed a Modern Nest luxury spec home in the making into an immersive four course dining experience by Lauren Allen Culinary in celebration of design during Desert Design Week — @desertdesignweek The gallery room offered a glimpse into the @modern_nest design process, showcasing the materials, floor plans, elevations, and curated details that will ultimately shape Stone Haven into what it is destined to become. The four course dinner was thoughtfully executed by none other than @laculinaryevents , featuring a menu inspired by the seasonality of Napa Valley, where vibrant produce and refined technique took center stage. Each course was paired with a selection of artisanal wines chosen to complement and elevate the experience. The evening brought together food, wine, and design in a way that felt both intentional and immersive, an expression of what becomes possible when creative disciplines intersect. For the visual arts, we were honored to collaborate with the incredibly talented cinematographer @alevidal , who created a cinematic piece that played above the crowd, capturing the essence and vision of Stone Haven. Through her lens, she beautifully translated the atmosphere, emotion, and story of the evening into this incredible film. Transforming an active construction site into an elevated event venue was no small undertaking and required months of planning, collaboration, and trust. To our extraordinary vendors and everyone who helped bring this evening to life, thank you 🤍 Venue and Host: @modern_nest Architect: @ranchmine Food and Beverage Experience: @laculinaryevents Coordinating: @evoqueaz Lighting and Audio Visual: @divinityeventproductions Draping: @linensbydivinity Florals: @mintgreendesign Paper: @carolinehainescreative Metal Work: @twotooldesigns Stone & Wine Bar: @aristahome DJ: Richie Gledhill - @introverted______ Photography: @brookklynphoto and @lummemedia Videography: @alevidal Content Creation: @theedit.kt Bar: @primrentals Rentals: @townandcountry_eventrentals Wine Tower & Chargers: @theconfettistudio Restrooms: @pretty_powderrooms Valet: @gogreenvalet