February 11, 2012

Green Architecture Before its Time: Frank Lloyd Wright & Taliesin West

Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West

Frank Lloyd Wright is probably the best known American architect, with a body of work that has influenced and shaped the course of building in this country.  His former home, Taliesin West (pronounced Tally-ehssen) in Scottsdale, Arizona, has become the international headquarters for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, and is also open for public tours. Taliesin [...]

Photo Friday: Phoenix Palm Trees All Lit Up

On Fridays, many of my travel blogging friends join together for Photo Friday, a collection of photos taken from their travels. My participation in today’s Photo Friday is this photo taken during the Christmas season in Arizona.  Taken looking down the street just outside the Scottsdale Mall.  The street was lined with palm trees, brightly [...]

Matchbook Monday: The Phoenician Resort, Scottsdale, Arizona

The Phoenician Resort is located at the base of Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona, ad is considered one of the luxury resorts in the area.  Decor is American Southwest, and that theme continues into dining as well, where Southwestern dishes co-exist with French classics. Guests head to the Phoenician for golf, tennis, and relaxation at [...]