The Embrace is an innovative project designed to redefine urban living. Spanning 137 acres in Tempe, Arizona, this development aims to house 30,000 residents at a density of 65 dwelling units per acre while preserving 31% of the site as open space. The project is guided by five main goals, each contributing to a harmonious and sustainable community...
Project name
The Embrace - A Visionary Community
Architecture firm
coLAB studio, llc
Location
5000 S Arizona Mills Circle, Tempe, AZ 85282
Principal architect
Matthew Salenger
Design team
Matthew Salenger
Built area
(projected) 15,576,630 ft²; 1,447,116 m²
Site area
6,000,000 ft²; 557,418 m²
Collaborators
• Horticulture (plant types, biohabitat, permaculture): -Matt Thomas, TGRLA Collaborative (PHX) -Chris Winters, CW Design (PHX) • Bioswale/water harvesting/site planning: -Erin English, Habitat (New Mexico) • Biophilic Design & diversity: -Sonja Bochart, Shepley Bulfinch (Tempe) • Architecture (general design opportunities): -Alison Rainey, Shepley Bulfinch (PHX) -James, John, Troy, 180 Degrees (PHX) • Public Art: -Maria Salenger, coLAB studio (Tempe) -Mary Lucking, artist (PHX) -Rebecca Rothman, Public Art Manager (Tempe) • Presentation: -Alison Rainey, Shepley Bulfinch (PHX) -Matt Thomas, TGRLA Collaborative (PHX) -James, John, Troy, 180 Degrees, (PHX) -Thomas Hartman, ASU Architecture (Tempe) -Jordi Raurell, Tridi.cat (Barcelona, Esp) -Mark Roddy, Smith Group (Sacramento, CA)
Status
Looking for investment & development partners
Typology
Mixed Use Housing / Commercial / Entertainment
Discover the epitome of luxury and nature's embrace at the Glamour Cave Villa, nestled in the breathtaking Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. This extraordinary retreat, conceptualized with the power of AI through MidJourney, seamlessly blends modern architecture with the rugged beauty of nature.
Project name
Glamour Cave Villa
Architecture firm
Izp Architecture
Location
Grand Canyon National Park, in Arizona
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Arezou Izadpanahi
Design team
Izp Architecture Group
Visualization
Arezou Izadpanahi
Typology
Residential › Villa
This mountain retreat, crafted from rustic metal materials, offers a unique and breathtaking experience. As you step into this sanctuary, it's like stepping into an artist's canvas, with nature's curtain unfolding before your eyes.
Project name
Metal Haven Retreat
Architecture firm
Mohtashami Studio
Location
Grand Canyon, Arizona, United States
Tools used
Autodesk 3ds Max, V-ray
Principal architect
Reza Mohtashami
Visualization
Reyhaneh Daneshmandi
Typology
Residential › House
Welcome to "Canyon Harmony Residence," a marvel of architectural ingenuity seamlessly integrated into the breathtaking landscapes of Antelope Canyon in Arizona.
Project name
The Rift Respite
Architecture firm
Monika Pancheva
Location
Antelope Canyon, Arizona, USA
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Monika Valentinova Pancheva
Visualization
Monika Pancheva
Typology
Residential › House
In this article, you will be furnished with insight into the ventures and infrastructure enhancements reshaping Phoenix's vista. We will also delve into the city's preparations for population surges exploring both the prospects and trials accompanying it. Prepare for an electrifying vision of the imminent future.
Photography
Nader Abushhab
Original home was built in the mid-80s and was designed by Swaim Architects of Tucson, AZ. Prideaux Design headed the remodel of the interior and landscape in 2019.
Project name
Killer Eighties Swaim
Architecture firm
Swaim Architects
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States
Principal architect
Robert Swaim
Design team
Kathryn Prideaux (Prideaux Design)
Landscape
Prideaux Design
Typology
Residential › House
The sonoran deserts of North Scottsdale have always been a place for quiet contemplation, incredible sunsets, long vistas and close interactions with wildlife and desert textures. The goal of this design process sought to intervene on the site with a home, which from the street has minimal impact and from the north.
Project name
Carefree Ranch Residence
Architecture firm
180 Degrees Design + Build
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, USA
Tools used
Autodesk Revit, Rhinoceros 3D, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
James Trahan, AIA
Visualization
Garth Lindquist
Typology
Residential › House
In designing this project, we tried to coordinate the project plan with the climate and the contex. The project design was taken from the shape of the soil grains in the context and was designed based on the needs of the project.
Architecture firm
Milad Eshtiyaghi Studio
Location
Sonoran Desert, Arizona, California
Tools used
Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper, Autodesk 3ds Max, V-ray, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Milad Eshtiyaghi
Visualization
Milad Eshtiyaghi Studio
Typology
Residential › House
