Phoenix at the Crossroads: Embracing a Future as a Magnet for Visionary Architecture

by Lev Libeskind

In the heart of the American Southwest, Phoenix stands at a pivotal moment in its urban development. Unlike older cities whose downtowns are set in architectural stone, Phoenix’s relatively late development offers a unique opportunity. Here lies a blank canvas for creating not just a city, but a destination renowned for its iconic architecture. This potential, however, hinges … [More]

Better Efficiency with New Energy Star Requirements 

by Sal Sucato

The timing is right to upgrade windows and doors for energy efficiency, especially since the new Energy Star 7.0 requirements went into effect last October. The goal of Energy Star, as a government-backed symbol for energy efficiency, is to foster the use of more energy-efficient products, while diminishing greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants. This is the first change … [More]

Shops at 75th Is Part of $100 Million Investment in Glendale 

by Mike Hunter

Diversified Partners recently broke ground on its Shops at 75th development project, located at 7501 W Bethany Home Rd. in Glendale, Ariz. The four-pad, 3.71-acre development has already attracted a variety of tenants, including Dutch Bros. Coffee, Cali Tacos Restaurant and BeBa Nails & Spa. Located in the heart of the West Valley, the new project is part of a portfolio … [More]

Fountain Hills Homesites Offer 360-degree View of Valley

by Mike Hunter

The first two homes at gated community Bellos at The Summit in Fountain Hills are now available for tours. The full project features 27 homesites with 360-degree views of the Valley. Prior to 2005, 41 existing homes were built, and the community remained unfinished until KLMR Homes acquired the lots in 2020. The community borders Scottsdale near Shea and Palisades Boulevards at … [More]

Industrial Park303 Phase 2 Completes with Creative Amenities

by Mike Hunter

Full-service commercial real estate firm Lincoln Property Company recently completed Park303 Phase 2, a Class A industrial development in Glendale, Arizona that is leading the market in creative industrial amenities. Among these: a high-end speculative office suite, leading-edge features for modern manufacturing and distribution, and a premier outdoor area with a pickleball and … [More]

Gila River’s New C-Store Is Life-Changing Development

by Mike Hunter

Last month, the Wild Horse Development Authority and the Gila River Indian Community broke ground on Sacaton Market, which will be a convenience store and fuel station on the southeast corner of South Ocotillo Dr. and Bluebird Rd.  This is a life-changing development in the area because it will bring fresh produce and groceries to what has been a food desert; members of the … [More]

Homebuilder Opens New Neighborhoods in Whispering Hills in Southwest Phoenix

inbusinessPHX.com

Tri Pointe Homes®, a recognized homebuilder serving the Phoenix market for approximately 30 years under the brand name Maracay®, has celebrated the grand opening of three new neighborhoods in Whispering Hills, a new 122-acre planned community located at 3824 W. Whispering Hills Drive in southwest Phoenix. Tri Pointe Homes is expected to bring a total of 165 new homesites to … [More]

Cornish Pasty Co. Finds a Home in Downtown Glendale

inbusinessPHX.com

Downtown Glendale is set to welcome a taste of Britain as Cornish Pasty Co., secures its place at the historic Gaslight Building. SVN Desert Commercial Advisors' AZO/I Team, represented by Richard Lewis, Justin Horwitz, Aaron Gutierrez, and Sean Alderman, played a crucial role in facilitating the lease deal for the Valley's eighth Cornish Pasty Co. location. The Gaslight … [More]

Scottsdale Homebuilder Opens Cave Creek Community, Plans More Valley Projects

inbusinessPHX.com

KLMR Homes, a Scottsdale-based homebuilder, is opening its second project – Saguaro Trails in Cave Creek. The model home is now available for tours. Saguaro Trails features 22 exclusive homesites on the border of North Scottsdale and Cave Creek. This enclave of serene living features four floorplans ranging from 2,642 sq ft to 3,558 sq ft and three car garages. The 9,400 sq ft … [More]

Online Auto Sales Co. Enters Arizona Market Bringing Up to 500 Jobs

inbusinessPHX.com

JLL announced that it has secured a full-building pre-lease for Blue Cactus Logistics, a new 258,000-square-foot, Class A industrial development in Surprise, Arizona. TriColor Auto Group, an online auto sales and financing company, has committed to the project, bringing up to 500 new jobs to the area. Situated at the northwest corner of Cactus Road and Summit Way, Blue … [More]