Scottsdale Living Spring 2013

SCOT TSDALE LIVING

SPRING 2013

Olivia Newton-John You’d better shape up to stay young looking, ‘Grease’ star says

BEAUTIFUL

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BODY CUTTING SPECTACULAR SMILES Achieve that beach ready body from head to toe

3 best teeth-whitening products

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EDITOR’S LETTER SCOT TSDALE LIVING

Time for a tune-up Growing up in upstate New York, I can still remember those early April track meets where I was forced to wait until the last minute in the freezing cold to strip off my warm-up suit just so I could have the tortuous pleasure of sprinting 400 meters in the snow and slush.

That, my friends, is why I have called Arizona home for longer than I called upstate New York home.

Spring is why we stay in Arizona. The weather is perfect.

The orange blossoms are blooming. We can hike. We can bike.

We can run. We can enjoy the patios at our favorite restaurants. And we can break out our swimsuits months earlier than they can almost anywhere else in the nation.

Oh, that. Yes, it’s swimsuit season.

But don’t despair. This issue of Scottsdale Living has all the information you’ll need to buff up your beach body so you’ll sizzle in your swimsuit. From smoothing out your skin to boosting your bustline to creating the perfect smile to top off your look, this issue will help you look your best so you’ll have a spring in your step.

Embrace the season.

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CONTENTS

8 NEW YOU

plastic surgeons share how to achieve that beach and pool ready body

15 BEAUTY

tips on picking the right hair extensions

18 ESSENTIALS

in-office and at-home teeth whitening

22 ESSENTIALS dental guide

24 PREVENTION

allergy screening & testing

29 ESSENTIALS

surgical and non-surgical options for treating varicose veins

32 EXPERTS

our panel of experts

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NEW YOU

By LILLIAN REID

Bring on the bikini!

Doctors offer guiDance anD aDvice to make over your Beach BoDy By LILLIAN REID

Bikini hoW Does the WorD Bikini make you feeL right noW? if you are Like a Lot of PeoPLe, there are a feW things you Want to remeDy Before WriggLing into the Latest sWimsuit fashions. as the Weather heats uP anD vacations are QuickLy aPProaching, We askeD PLastic surgeons to recommenD Ways to get Bikini reaDy.

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FACE

• Wear hats, use sunblock, practice good skin care and drink lots of water! Dehydrated skin looks less youthful and water helps flush out impurities.

Pro: Easy things you should be doing daily to protect your skin from future damage. Your whole body will be happy to have more H20.

Con: You cannot reverse damage that has already been done.

• Botox: Paralyzes muscles in your face, relaxing those frown lines, and lasts 3 to 4 months. No downtime.

Price: $125 - 140 per treatment area • HYaluroNic aciD: injectable facial filler for your lips, wrinkles and scars.

Pro: No downtime and it lasts 6 – 9 months Con: Not recommended for people with allergies.

Price: $600

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• BrEast augmENtatioN Pro: Feel more confident, lessen back pains and with new technologies there is minimal scaring. usually there is only about a week of downtime if you follow your doctor’s instructions.

Con: going too big can cause skin to thin and ripple and can cause stretch marks.

Price: $4,000-$10,000 • BrEast liFt Pro: removes excess skin, tightens the muscles, lifts up the nipple and restores volume. Will fix problems that can not be addressed through diet and exercise.

Con: 1+ week of downtime.

Price: $5,000 - $7,000 Price for lift + augmentation: $9,000

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BREASTS / TUMMY

• mommY maKEoVEr this procedure addresses excess skin in the breast and tummy area, tightens muscles and restores the body to those pre-baby times.

Pros: Fixes problems that diet, exercise and liposuction can’t.

Con: recovery time can be from 2 to 3 weeks and sometimes longer.

Price: $8,000 - $15,000

“RESEARch DIFFERENT PLASTIc SURGEoNS oNLINE AND LooK AT ThEIR BEFoRE AND AFTER PhoToS. READ REVIEWS oN ThE DocToRS AND ThEN NARRoW yoUR choIcES DoWN To TWo oR ThREE. ThEN Go To coNSULTATIoNS — SEE WhAT ThEy SAy AND DETERmINE IF yoU GET ALoNG WITh ThEm. yoUR SAFETy IS yoUR NUmBER oNE PRIoRITy.” - DR. ROBERT COHEN

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“DIET AND EXERcISE ARE ThE KEy. IT IS A hoLISTIc APPRoAch, REALLy. IT cAN mAKE A DEFINITIVE ImPAcT, BUT yoU hAVE To chANGE yoUR BEhAVIoR.” - DR. SEAN LILLE

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“IF yoU WANT To GET ThERE By ThE SUmmER, NoW IS ThE TImE To coNSULT A PLASTIc SURGEoN AND DETERmINE REALISTIc GoALS FoR yoU, AND yoUR BoDy. USE ThEm AS yoUR chEERLEADERS.” - DR. JACK FRIEDLAND

5 “IF yoU ARE GoING To PAy A LoT oF moNEy AND hAVE A REAL SURGERy WITh REAL RISKS, ThEN Do NoT Do ANyThING To comPRomISE ThE RESULTS!” - DR. DEBORAH WHITE

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LEGS

• lasEr VEiN rEmoVal removes unslightly veins that can make you less than comfortable uncovering your legs.

Pros: laser vein removal is less painful than a standard surgical procedure and you can resume normal activity immediately following the procedure.

Con: multiple sessions are needed even for spider veins. skin burns and nerve damage can occur, as well as blood clotting.

Price: $100 - $500 per session

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TOUGH SPOTS

• liPosuctioN or VasEr melts and removes fat that is resistant to changes in diet and exercise.

Pros: addresses those tough spots like love handles, bra bulges, and upper thighs that are often impossible to get rid of through diet and exercise alone. Dr. lille recommends Vaser (ultrasound assisted liposuction) as it causes 30% less swelling and internal scaring than traditional liposuction. Very short downtime, so you can be back to work on monday.

Con: surgery is always a risk and you should consult with a Board certified Plastic surgeon.

Price: $1,500 to $3,000 per area. may or may not include the cost of anesthesia.

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Not ready to go under the knife but still want to cover up some small flaws? You may want to consider full body make-up options like lorac for $32 online.

Surgery is always a risk and you should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.

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NEW YOU

‘you better shape up’ olivia newton John’s tips for staying young

“Let’s Get Physical” wasn’t just another hit song from Olivia Newton John.

It became the battle cry for a generation of jazzercise and aerobics fanatics in the 1980s.

Now, 64 years only and still as shapely as she was when she played Sandy in “Grease,” “Let’s Get Physical” remains a mantra for Newton John.

“You have to carve time out of your day to make fitness a priority,” says Newton John, who helped open Scottsdale’s TriVita Wellness Center in January. “Even when I don’t feel like it, I make sure I drag myself out and walk around block two or three times a day.

Dogs are a great way to get out and be active if you need some incentive.”

Outside of regular doses of hiking and tennis, the breast cancer survivor says another key to maintaining her spectacular shape and health is incorporating immune boosting plant extracts and digestive enzymes with every meal.

“Our bodies integrate what we put into it,” Newton John says. “The food we put into our body becomes building blocks. The only thing the body has to work with is what we put in it. So the better the building blocks we give it, the better the body we will build.”

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BEAUTY

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ating as far back as the ancient Egyptians, women have been constantly searching for the most effective ways to obtain long, beautiful hair. We will try keratin treatments, special shampoos and even dietary changes in hopes of speeding up the growth process. For those with a little less patience, the “hair gods” invented hair extensions.

Extensions go by several different names, ranging from weaves to clip-ins to tracks. One common misconception is that all of these names mean completely different things, but the name simply explains the method used to adhere the extension. Almost all kinds of extensions can come in straight, wavy and curly.

Extensions are not only used to add length, but also to replenish volume that has been depleted by hair thinning.

Don’t be afraid if you are new to the extension scene. With the help of Ashley Walker at Primp and Blow, Salon Owner Donte Cassese at Donte’s of New York in Scottsdale, Salon Owner Stacy Ghazi at Vanity Blow Out Bar and Marney Schoenfeld at Zolton’s Salon and Day Spa, we have created a stepby-step guide on selecting which type of extension is right for you.

Different insertion methods

Beads: Micro bead extensions are attached with a small loop at the end of the extension that fastens onto your existing hair. Schoenfeld explains that this method is ideal for a natural appearance because the beads are easily concealed.

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Beads are best for women who want a long-lasting look and can keep up with the maintenance, because the beads must be readjusted every six to eight weeks depending on how fast your hair grows, according to Walker.

Weaving: A weave is created when the natural hair is braided onto the scalp, forming a crown on top of the head, and then the extensions are sewn into the braids.

According to Cassese, the weave method is common for ethnic hair types because this hair type is stronger and can withstand the pulling that the process entails.

Clip-in: Clip-ins do the least damage because the hair is attached with clips.

Vanity Blow Out Bar uses a special type of clip-in (the halo) that is placed around the head, which adds length and only takes minutes to apply. Ghazi calls the halo method an “up-and-coming trend.”

Clip-ins are ideal for a night out, hot date or any other special occasion because they are designed for short-term periods.

Each of these salons stressed the importance of a consultation, because extensions are not a “one-size fits all” deal.

All you need to know is how much you are willing to spend and how long you want to keep your extensions. The stylist will assess your hair type and decide which method is suitable for you.

To learn more about the experts in this story, turn to page 32.

TIPS FOR NATURALLY LONGER LUSCIOUS LOCKS from Citrine Natural Beauty Bar Owner Melissa Lenberg

VITAMINS: Vitamins c, a, and E are antioxidants and fight free radical damage, which can boost hair growth and slow damage.

ESSENTIAL OILS: try

coconut oil, rosehip oil and evening primrose – your hair will smell amazing too! if you want thicker hair, try rosemary. lavender is great for balancing your scalp’s natural oils and easing inflammation.

MASSAGE: By stimulating the circulation, the improved blood flow delivers nutrients and oxygen to the hair, encouraging growth. Work the essential oils into your scalp massage for a greater benefit!

SALMON: an omega-3 deficiency can lead to dry scalp, so load up on salmon so your hair and skin get their fix.

DARK GREEN VEGGIES:

spinach, kale, broccoli, and swiss chard are great sources of Vitamin a, Vitamin c and iron which all help your body produce sebum, the body’s natural hair conditioner.

OYSTERS: oysters are loaded with Zinc – a powerful antioxidant that has hair-stimulating abilities.

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Our practice philosophy has always been simple: prevention and routine care are the best sources for a lifetime of good dental and physical health. We will always address your basic oral health needs as well as explain all options you may wish to examine to improve your dental well-being.

We are preferred providers on many insurance plans. Please call our office for details

Dr. Christine Kopsky is a graduate of Creighton University in Omaha. She has been practicing dentistry for 20 years in Arizona. Dr. Kopsky and her husband, Gordon have three children, two girls and one boy. She owns both Market Street Dental and Rio Verde Dentistry.

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Dr. Kopsky and her team of professionals pride themselves on learning the most cutting edge dentistry and improvement to the office technology.

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ESSENTIALS

Whiter and brighter scottsDaLe Dentists Break DoWn teeth-Whitening ProDucts anD ProceDures

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great smile is one of the most effective fi rst impressions a person can offer. It can give the sense of radiance, warmth and confidence.

For the opposite sex, it is often times the most memorable feature upon meeting.

According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 74 percent of adults surveyed believe an unattractive smile could affect a person’s career success. When the same group was asked what they each would change about their smile, “whiter and brighter” was the most popular answer.

Flashing that sparkling white smile is no longer only attainable by the rich and famous. Practically every brand in the dental care industry has released a teethwhitening product for consumers looking to brighten their not-so-pearly whites.

We’ve researched the options available and consulted several local dentists to find out their top picks and recommendations.

At-home teeth whitening products

The ‘do-it-yourself’ cosmetic improvement product line is expanding each and every day. We are busy people, and price and convenience are often the utmost important factors in keeping up with our hectic lifestyles.

Whitening toothpastes and rinses are the most convenient and cost efficient, averaging $5 to $10. These products are used as a replacement to your regular toothpaste and mouthwash and can

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remove surface stains, brightening your smile by one shade after up to 12 weeks of use.

Strips and gels both require a longer time commitment – up to two times each day for two weeks. In this case, the longer commitment means longer-lasting results, averaging up to four months.

Whitening strips and gels average $10 to $60. According to Dr. Ginger Price of Ginger Price DDS Family Cosmetic Dentistry, remembering to use the strips and gels as recommended can be difficult for many, and the results may suffer with each forgotten use.

Finally, tray-based whitening products may be worn the longest – sometimes even overnight. The average price range is between $15 and $35. While effective, the tray size and shape of this over-thecounter option is not customized to a person’s mouth, which means the gel may not sit as close to the tooth’s surface as it would with a custom-fit tray from a dentist’s office.

Dentist Recommended: crest Whitestrips Cost: $30 to $60 Use: Gel-based strips; varied wear times Expectations: Varied results seen after several days of use and lasting results for up to four months

Best Results: GLo Brilliant Personal Teeth Whitening Cost: $200 Use: Tray-based whitening gel with light activity is used for eight minutes over five to 10 consecutive days.

Expectations: Up to five shades whiter

In-office teeth whitening procedures

The higher price tag of in-office teeth whitening is reflected in the results. For those who can pencil in an hour or two in the dentist’s chair, an in-office treatment might be well worth the time and money to achieve that whiter and brighter smile.

According to Dr. Christine KopskySamuel of Market Street Dental, overthe-counter products typically result in

Convenience: LISTERINE Whitening original Pre-Brush Rinse Cost: $6 Use: Use as mouthwash for 60 second before brushing, twice daily Expectations: one shade brighter

whitening a person’s teeth by one to two shades, while in-office treatments often whiten teeth five to six shades. In-office procedures may require one or several treatments and can last anywhere up to a year.

During these treatments, a trained professional applies a bleaching formula directly to the tooth’s surface. The treatment may include the use of lights, lasers or heat to reach optimal results, and custom-fit trays may be utilized for inoffice treatment and at-home maintenance.

In-office procedures can range anywhere between $150 and $1000, depending on the office, type of procedure and number of treatments required.

Keep in mind

Teeth whitening is considered to be a safe procedure for people with healthy teeth and gums, and few or no crowns or fillings.

Gum irritation and tooth sensitivity are the most common side effects.

While using various whitening techniques three to four times each year is considered safe, Dr. John Badolato of Studio B Smiles recommends against excessive whitening – everyday use for longer than one month.

Because teeth whitening success is unique to each individual, “A consultation with a cosmetic dentist is usually the best plan for any consumer looking to optimize results on any budget,” stated Badolato.

To learn more about the experts in this story, turn to page 32.

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Dr. Joyce Bassett

Bassett Dental 14275 N. 87th St., Ste 102, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 367-8889 Dr. Joyce focuses her practice on achieving dental health and cosmetic restoration. She is an Accredited Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the only Fellow in the state of Arizona.

Dr. John DouGherty

artistic Dental at tHe Biltmore 2333 E. Camelback Ave., Phoenix, AZ (602) 840-5400 Dr. John Dougherty has a Mastership in Dentistry from the Academy of General Dentistry. He opened his own practice in 2000, providing cosmetic services including oral surgery, implants and orthodontics.

Dr. paul DouGlas

DouGlas family Dentistry 10630 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ (480) 948-3680 Providing dental care in the area for over 25 years, Dr. Paul Douglas incorporates specialized techniques and practices sedation dentistry to create a worry and pain-free experience for his patients.

Dr. Joe harris

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Harris Dental 4444 N. 32nd St., Ste 208, Phoenix (602) 955-8600 Dr. Joe Harris works along side his two sons at Harris Dental. He has been a clinical instructor and is a highly respected lecturer on esthetic dentistry and practice management.

Dr. chris lewanDowski

Princess center Dentistry 8575 E Princess Dr., Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 447-2666 Dr. Chris Lewandowski is a cosmetic and family dentist who has created a practice well known for first-class patient service, specializing in cosmetic smile enhancements and smile makeovers.

Dr. John BaDolato

stuDio B smiles 8952 E. Desert Cove #108, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 860-0092 Dr. John Badolato is the founder of Studio B Smiles, specializing in cosmetic dentistry.

He is the team dentist of the Phoenix Suns and the cosmetic dentist for ABC’s show, “Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition.”

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Dr. ann sielicki

sonoran Dental DesiGn 7500 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Ste A-110, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 419-9595 Dr. Ann Sielicki completed her Doctorate of Science at Northwestern University in Chicago before relocating to Arizona and becoming a part of Sonoran Dental Design.

Dr. christine kopsky-samuel

market street Dental 20875 N. Pima Rd., Ste 105, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 563-0069 Dr. Christine KopskySamuel owns both Market Street Dental and Rio Verde Dentistry, striving to incorporate the most cutting edge dentistry techniques and office technology.

Dr. roBert rouhani Dr. alison schwartz

HealtHy smiles Dentistry 8700 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Ste 226, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 951-0651 After 14 years of taking care of wonderful people in her high-tech private practice, she remains dedicated to making the dental experience as easy as possible for her patients.

Dr. Don chiappetti

scottsDale smile center 7125 E. Lincoln Dr., Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 991-2180 Focusing on general and cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Don Chiappetti lectures and presents at seminars on Smile Design and dental aesthetics.

Scottsdale Living used its best efforts in assembling material for this list, but does not warrant that the information contained herein is complete or accurate, and does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein.

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Dr. Jeffrey clark

8765 E. Bell Rd., Ste 201, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 585-1853 Dr. Jeffrey Clark opened his North Scottsdale dental practice in 1997, with a primary focus of improving the appearance of patients’ smiles through comprehensive aesthetic enhancements.

Dr. GinGer price

GinGer Price Dentistry 4020 N. 24th St., Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ (602) 468-1135 A Valley native, Dr. Ginger Price (Dr. Ginger) has been empowering smiles since 1984 at her family cosmetic dentistry attracting clients from around the globe.

Dr. tim lovinG anD Dr. lisa lovinG

lovinG family Dental 16838 E. Palisades Blvd., Bldg A, Ste 111, Fountain Hills, AZ (480) 836-7600 Since founding Loving Family Dental in 2000, Dr. Tim and Lisa Loving have been active in the community, sponsoring town events and participating each year in Phoenix’s Give Kids a Smile.

Dr. michael thompson

kierlanD Dental center 7102 E. Acoma Dr., Ste 3, Scottsdale, AZ (602) 840-5400 Dr. Thompson has practiced family dentistry for 32 years. He also specializes cosmetic/ restorative dentistry and snoring/sleep apnea therapy.

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BriGGs family Dentistry 6920 E. Shea Blvd., Ste 201, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 948-7670 Dr. Roger Briggs founded Briggs Family Dentistry in 1973. Briggs focuses on customer care and restorative dentistry, working side-by-side with his son, Dr. Bradley Briggs, and daughter Serina.

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Pima Dental center for cosmetic Dentistry 8989 E. Via Linda, Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 657-6357 Dr. Bruce D. Schwartz practices general and cosmetic dentistry.

smile concePts 13402 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste A-110, Scottsdale, AZ (480) 951-2800 Dr. Robert Rouhani specializes in cosmetic and family dentistry. His gentle care and understanding for apprehensive patients is what sets him apart in the industry.

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nortH Point Dentistry 702 E. Bell Rd., Ste 114, Phoenix, AZ (602) 404-0330 Dr. Kevin Ortale completed his dental training during his time in the Air Force and took over North Pointe Dentistry in 2003, focusing on general dentistry and prevention care.

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PREVENTION

surviving the spring ProfessionaL aDvice on hoW to comBat aLLergy season

By Emily Nicholson

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pril showers might bring May flowers, but they also bring an influx of pollen that causes our allergies to flare up. Most of us are familiar with the itchy eyes, runny noses and irritating sneezes triggered by spring allergies but don’t have a dependable way to treat our symptoms.

Many resort to obscene amounts of over-the-counter allergy medicines when signs of allergies begin to appear, but what about those of us who want an alternative to popping a whole bottle of Claritin? Several experienced medical professionals enlightened us with their best allergy-relief advice, so that we can focus on spring-time commitments without the runny nose.

Prediction

What most people do not know is that we can try to predict the severity of the upcoming allergy season. Dr. Michael Manning, FAAAAI at Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates, provided us with an easy way to determine how serious the season will be.

Allergens in the air correlate with how much rainfall there is. For example, if the winter months are fi lled with rainy days, the spring allergy season will be more intense. A basic rule to remember is the more precipitation, the worse the following allergy season will be.

Dr. Manning advises that this coming spring should be more severe than last spring, because we experienced a lot of winter rainfall. So brace yourselves, Arizonans, and pay close attention to the following guidelines.

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Prevention

The fi rst step you should take in treating your allergies is attempting to prevent them. Theresa Ruschetti, LPN at Allergy & Dermatology Specialists, advises several simple ways to reduce the pollen around you: ✿ Shower every night in order to remove all of the pollen that has collected on your hair and skin throughout the day. ✿ Wash your sheets weekly in hot water. ✿ Dust weekly to limit allergens. ✿ If you are taking an antihistamine, take it before you go to bed in order to maximize its effectiveness. Allergens peak from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m., so you want to make sure that the medication has time to get into your system before you start your day.

Treatment

If prevention does not do the trick, there are multiple medications and treatment options to combat allergies.

Antihistamines: These will help alleviate a runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, nasal and eye itching and post nasal drip.

Some popular antihistamines include Claritin (loratadine), Zyrtec (cetirizine) and Benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Decongestants: This type of medication will help unblock a stuffed up nose Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) is a popular decongestant. Although is it sold behind the counter, it does not require a prescription.

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THE TOP 3 ALLERGENS TO AVOID REcommENDED By DR. mIchAEL mANNING although there are several plants that one should steer clear of in order minimize the brutal effects of allergy season, three plants in particular have emerged as the most unforgiving allergens in arizona.

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of nasal sprays – nasal steroid spray (prescription) and nasal antihistamine spray. These sprays are most effective when taken just prior to allergy season.

Manning recommends, “If a patient typically develops symptoms in April, it would be best to start the nasal spray in the middle of March.”

Allergy Shots: There are weekly allergy injections you can receive that can eliminate the use of antihistamines.

Although you have to get the injections consistently, after a few months of use you

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can reduce your appointments to every three weeks. Ruschetti informed us that many patients claim these shots work better than over-the-counter medicines.

By utilizing the preceding advice, seasonal allergies should be no hindrance to your springtime plans. Stop by the drugstore to pick up the essentials and make sure you rinse off before bed tonight so that you’ll be ready to conquer any allergen that comes your way.

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Varicose and spider veins CAUSES, TREATMENTS AND PREVENTION By coURTNEy mERZ AND KImBERLy GUNNING Year after year, women become increasingly concerned about their aging appearance. From correcting wrinkles to shaving off a little extra weight here and there, people often ďŹ nd ways to make themselves look and feel better.

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Varicose and spider veins affect an estimated 30 to 60 percent of aging adults. Although these conditions are more commonly found among women, people of all ages and genders can see signs of varicose and spider veins.

Varicose veins usually appear on the legs and can be seen through the skin as swollen, twisted and raised blood vessels.

Spider veins are smaller vessels found on the face and legs that appear red, blue or black in color.

What causes these unsightly veins?

Dr. Nick Morrison of Morrison Vein Institute, says, “The actual cause of varicose veins is inefficient, faulty vein valves. These valves don’t close properly, allowing blood to leak back with gravity and pool in the leg veins.”

These faulty vein valves develop over time and can be due to increasing age, hormonal changes, obesity and occupations requiring long hours of standing, among other reasons.

Dr. Adalberto Gonzalez from Scottsdale Vein Center explains that facial spider veins are most often caused by environmental factors, because our

face is most exposed to the sun, and alcohol use.

Along with the bruised appearance of these blocked valves, varicose veins can cause quite a bit of discomfort for some people. Morrison explains that the shut valves, “causes the veins to bulge and stretch and results in many unpleasant side effects such as aching and throbbing pain, heavy and tired legs, and poor circulation.”

According to Gonzales, it is possible for varicose veins to increase in discomfort, cause heavy discoloration and potentially rupture if not treated.

Although not all will reach this breaking point, many patients choose to remove the unsightly veins for various reasons.

How do I get rid of the fault lines in my legs?

There are generally two groups of people who seek treatment for varicose veins, Dr. Richard Jacoby with Valley Foot Surgeons in Scottsdale explains, “One with a medical necessity and one needing cosmetic enhancement.”

According to Dr. W. Patrick Davey of Dermatique, “Sclerotherapy, laser and endovenous ablation are methods to treat veins depending on the location and size of the veins. Laser treatment using ultrasonic guidance is effective in closing larger, deeper veins.

Occasionally, lasers are used on the skin’s surface following sclerotherapy to treat tiny blood vessels that are either

Tips to Prevent Varicose and Spider Veins from Dr. Jacoby, Valley Foot Surgeons:

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too small for sclerotherapy or that have failed to respond to previous injections.”

Everyone is a candidate for sclerotherapy, which is the most commonly used treatment for varicose and spider veins, says Gonzalez. His only caution is for women who are currently pregnant or those planning to have more children to wait until their childbearing days are done in order to seek treatment.

Gonzalez advises that “results vary depending on the severity.” It is important to note that treatments may require more than one visit and touchups down the road in order to maintain an individual’s cosmetic standard. With that said, 85 to 90 percent of his patients see significant improvement.

Just about all of the treatments for varicose and spider veins, whether invasive or noninvasive, are outpatient procedures. The cost of each procedure varies based on the severity of the vein treatment and can range anywhere from $300 to $4,000.

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CREATING A HOME RETREAT

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art of my childhood was spent in upstate New York where my mom, a terrific gardener and a designer at heart, took pride in caring for the most beautifully landscaped yard on the block. Many of the memories I have from the first seven years of my life are from scenes set in that yard – parties and family activities, gardening and playing on the greatest Dream Rainbow Swing Set I thought to exist. Our yard was a staple part of my childhood, and that of many of my neighbors’ childhoods.

Our outdoor spaces are unique to who we are and offer limitless possibilities for customization. In this issue, top design trends and products for the outdoor living space are explored with the guidance of local professional designers. There’s no better time of year in Arizona to relax next to a fire pit, take a dip in the pool or entertain a group of friends around an outdoor bar. Enjoy desert living this spring in your beautifully designed outdoor living space.

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INTERIOR DESIGN

Cozy with a modern aesthetic Interior design trends bring a palette of gray and taupe, with dynamic artwork focal points

By EMILY NICHOLSON

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ust as our wardrobes and hairstyles evolve to keep pace with the trends in fashion, interior design trends move forward just as quickly.

Everyone craves a change of scenery from time to time, and updating your home may provide that fresh, new look you have been searching for. According to some of Arizona’s top interior designers,

homeowners are opting for cozy furniture, while keeping a modern aesthetic in mind.

Designers are using gray and taupe with bright accents, like orange or pink, for all aspects of the home. Free-form sculptures, intricate wall coverings and vibrant paintings are serving as stunning focal points and will give any room a new look and feel.

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INTERIOR DESIGN

Angelica Henry Angelica Henry of Angelica Henry Design describes gray as a popular color choice for 2013.

It is being used for everything ranging from cabinetry to flooring. She completed a home in Paradise Valley in March 2012 that exhibits the request for gray, which she calls “the updated version of brown.” She selected clean lines and shapes to create a streamline effect within the space and then added pops of color to bring some flair to the nonchalant color palette.

Although clean lines and straight edges may appear to be designed with only style in mind, Henry strives to find pieces of furniture that her clients will actually enjoy using. She mentions that her clients are not only looking

for trendy streamline furniture, but also durable and comfortable pieces. Contrary to the past, designers are aiming to make every room in their clients’ homes livable and functional, even the formal living room, she adds.

The desire for comfort has extended beyond the interior. Henry says that homeowners are now focusing on making their outdoor spaces just as livable as the rooms inside their homes.

The key to creating the perfect outdoor area is to find a resilient, yet stylish fabric. She describes the perfect material as “durable enough to withstand our intense sun, but looking and feeling like a fabric that could be used indoors.”

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Krystyn Moroz Krystyn Moroz, owner of DTN Design Group, describes how the universal shift to eco-friendly living has incorporated organic and earthy appeals into designs. Because of this trend, designers are using brass accents as an alternative to muted metals that have been popular in the past.

“Brass has a warm, comforting feel that incorporates well into the organic, natural designs that have been emerging recently,” Moroz says. She often uses emerald paint and tribal print to create earthy accents.

Designers are integrating striking wall coverings into their projects as well.

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cream background in our grandmother’s kitchen anymore,” Moroz says. “They’ve become a bold expression of the individual and a brilliantly creative alternative to paint.”

She has also been utilizing colorful artwork to make bold statements in her projects, rather than using them as an overlooked background element. Art is no longer restricted to a flat canvas; designers have been placing threedimensional pieces on walls to create an updated style of artwork. Moroz adds that free-form sculpture has become especially popular for adding a playful, unconventional element into any room.

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OUTDOOR DESIGN

Earth, water, fire and... comfort Design trends for the outdoor living space

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Each year, while the rest of the country is buried under a blanket of snow, leaving many hidden inside and wrapped in a blanket with a mug of hot chocolate in hand, Valley residents are boastfully enjoying the great outdoors. And why shouldn’t we? The winter and spring months are our haven here in the desert.

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ith six to eight months of glorious outdoor living opportunity (depending on who you ask) and the unmatched views the desert landscape has to offer, our outdoor living spaces have become treasured focal points for design.

Outdoor living and landscape trends come and go just as quickly as those inside of the home and often follow along with technological advancements and movements in society. Scottsdale area designers shared with us some of the current trends in outdoor living design.

A reflection of your personality

The idea is to have the elements of an outdoor living space reflect who you are, explains Julie Crone with Bobé Water and Fire Features. “Perhaps a tranquil zen pond, elaborate fire features that catch the eye and entertain, a cabana decorated with your travel souvenirs or a pizza oven to enjoy wood roasted creations.”

The backyard has become an illustration of who you are and what you like to do. Whether it be entertaining large parties gathered around a bar while barbequing for your guests or enjoying a peaceful sunrise while meditating on a yoga terrace.

Chad Robert with Exteriors by Chad Robert explains that his approach to designing a backyard for his clients involves learning about the family – the ages and hobbies of each family member, activities they wish to use the backyard for, how many visitors they like to entertain and what types of parties they wish to have. He says, “It really becomes an extension of their personality and their needs and wants.

among designers as a popular outdoor element. Besides the obvious green benefits, cooking with home-grown produce is convenient and inexpensive.

According to Clay Scrivner of Scrivner Design, “With the ‘going green’ movement, the latest outdoor living design trend I see with my clients is a heightened awareness of utilizing natural design concepts.” People are choosing to forgo the luxuries of heating and air conditioning in their outdoor living spaces, turning to fire features for warmth during the winter and pools as a retreat from the summer heat.

It’s all about the fire and water

Fireplaces and fire pits are commonly used as a gathering centerpiece. These beautifully and often intricately designed elements serve not only to impress, but also to keep guests warm.

Likewise, water features such as fountains, pools and ponds give the sense of tranquility, offer entertainment and serve as design accents.

According to Crone, a growing trend is the mixing of fire and water in accent elements, such as fire and water pots.

Thinking green in more ways than one

Our society has slowly but surely entered the realm of green living, and it’s about time. We are becoming more eco-friendly, health conscious and energy efficient, and this is reflecting in the elements we are choosing to include in our outdoor spaces.

We may not be the farmers that many of our ancestors were, but we are learning to get back to basics. “As the local food movement continues to grow, edible landscaping can be seen by way of herb gardens, citrus trees and vegetable planters,” Crone says.

Vegetable gardens and compost areas were commonly mentioned

Top: Scrivner Design personalizes the outdoor space.

Left: Bobé Water and Fire uses natural elements for functionality.

Above: Bobé Water and Fire exemplifies the fire and water pots.

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CREATE THE PERFECT OUTDOOR ATMOSPHERE, ALL YEAR LONG For most people, their outdoor environment is a place to relax, entertain, dine, and recharge. Unfortunately, outdoor areas are also the place to avoid if it’s too hot or too cold.

Imagine the refreshing feel of a cooling mist on a hot summer day. Imagine the toasty feel of radiant warmth on a chilly night. With MistAMERICA, you can create the perfect outdoor atmosphere and expand the full enjoyment of your home’s exterior spaces throughout the year.

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602-255-0500  mistamerica.com

15855 N Greenway-Hayden Loop, Suite 180, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

OUTDOOR DESIGN

Bringing the indoors out

“In designing my clients homes, I try to incorporate a spill out space,” Scrivner says. He describes this as an extension to the outdoors from every room possible. This strategy in design helps to encourage the use of outdoor spaces, gives a welcoming flow for gatherings and allows clients to enjoy the elements in their outdoor spaces at all times of the year.

Crone says that the use of indoor design staples are increasingly making their way outside, such as sectional sofas and rugs. Fabric companies offer products that can withstand the harsh climates and hold up through the wear and tear and washing that indoor fabrics cannot. Bringing the comforts of inside the home out allows for a more liveable and restful outdoor space.

Let There Be Light has transitioned to using 100 percent LED lighting for their outdoor landscape designs. Bryan Gold, owner of Let There Be Light, explains that LED lighting is 87 percent more efficient, uses less energy and emulates halogen lighting flawlessly.

He says, “If people were reluctant about LED in the past, they should have no more concern.”

Areas of an outdoor living space can become artistic focal points at night with the correct lighting design. Gold says the use of green-filtered spot lights on saguaros and other greenery has become a common trend for a fresh and luscious look.

Lighting can set the scene for a relaxing and safe outdoor evening sipping a glass of wine, or it can entertain a crowd with color filters for the perfect party platform. It all ties back to creating an outdoor living space that represents who you are and what you like to do.

When embarking on the task of designing an outdoor living space, Crone recommends, “Live in your space for at least six months and then create a look book of the pictures and design ideas you like. Local magazines as well as online resources such as Houzz and Pinterest are great for inspiration.”

Once ideas are gathered, a professional designer can help pinpoint the style and element objectives for the space and bring your outdoor design dreams to fruition.

Light it up

Why put an end to the outdoor entertainment when the sun has set? Arizona nights offer some of the most beautiful temperatures, especially as we near the summer months. Just like indoors, outdoor spaces should be liveable at all times of the day for maximum enjoyment.

Above: Scrivner Design brings the indoors out from every angle. Above right and across: Let There Be Light showcases natural beauty with landscape lighting techniques.

Bobé Water and Fire Features (602) 253-3496 bobewaterandfire.com Exteriors by Chad Robert (602) 252-6775 exteriors-cr.com Scrivner Design (480) 874-2696 scrivnerdesign.com Let There Be Light (480) 575-3204 lettherebelightllc.com

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OUTDOOR PRODUCTS

Product Guide to Fabulous Outdoor Living

By COURTNEY MERZ

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s it comes time, yet again, to bring out your lawn chairs and start making your outdoor living space presentable, the stress can be a bit overwhelming. From comfortable gatherings to extravagant fiestas, these hot products will make redecorating a walk in the park.

Aqua Science Misting Systems  (480) 290-7909 • aquascienceaz.com Living in the desert, some may find it a bit of an inconvenience to revamp their landscaping for the summer, but have no fear; Aqua Science Misting Systems can fix that. These misters can drop the outside temperature by 30 degrees, making the dreadful heat a little more bearable.

Trex® Transcend® Decking  trex.com

Looking for a chic and sophisticated deck? Trex® Transcend® decking collection is a must have for outdoor living. Along with warm and earthy shades, these boards share a combination of superior durability, low-maintenance and eco-friendly qualities.

Presidential Pools  (480) 967-9467 presidentialpools.com Pools with swim-up bars, waterfalls and fountains are no longer exclusively a resort amenity. Presidential Pools is a high-end pool manufacturer creating edgy layouts that take swimming pools to a whole new level and right into the backyard.

Whitfill Nursery 

(602) 244-8479 • whitfillnursery.com What better way to enhance an outdoor oasis than by adding beautiful trees and shrubberies to the landscape. Whitfill Nursery provides a wide variety of plants to choose from for creating a luscious and colorful, natural environment.

Arizona Iron Furniture 

(480) 946-3277 arizonaironfurniture.com Everyone needs a little rest and relaxation. Take a load off, sip a glass of wine and enjoy the outdoors with good friends. Arizona Iron Furniture provides handcrafted iron and steel furniture that can be customized to reflect the ambiance of the outdoor living space.

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Hacienda de Primavera Outdoor room makes this home as comfortable and elegant outside as it is inside

By DAVID M. BROWN

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he owners call their desert mountainside home “Hacienda del Sueño” (“Dream Home”), but the moniker could also be “Home of Spring,” — “Hacienda de Primavera.”

Built by Scottsdale’s La Casa Builders, the 7,248-square-foot Modern Hacienda eloquently expresses the owners’ vision, easily flexing for a multi-faceted lifestyle that finds them as much outside as in — particularly in spring, when the desert effloresces before it sizzles.

Designed by Drewett + Brenden Architects of Phoenix, the three-bedroom, one-story home, plus single-bedroom, semiattached casita is meticulously sited in north Phoenix on a one-acre triangular lot, delivering imposing southside views of Camelback Mountain and privacy.

“I can say without reservation that the ‘outdoor-room’ solution for this residence is the best Arizona lifestyle room of any home I have built in my luxury-home career,” says Ron Steege, who with La Casa partner Tim Larson has been building custom homes in the Valley since 1991.

The owners, for sure, joy in their home. “We love the mountain in the early morning and with the lights on it at night,” the wife says of the master bedroom suite, which faces the 2,707-foot landmark. “It makes it easy to have sweet dreams.”

Connections

Begun in June 2007 and delivered to the New York couple by the La Casa team in December 2008, the custom home is walkable to the popular trails around and to the challenging summit of Camelback. It is also a short stroll to the historic Royal Palms Resort and Spa, with its outstanding spa and fine dining.

“This home was designed specifically for Arizona’s indoor/ outdoor lifestyle,” says Scottsdale interior designer, Kim Alonzo, ASID, whose work won her KA Designs first place at the 2010 ASID Design Excellence Awards in the Residential over 6,000-square-feet category.

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of the house is constructed of ceiling-to-floor retractable glass doors that hide in the wall, which adds to the illusion of a unified space.”

The wife explains: “I love the outdoor covered patio; most of the year we can entertain our friends and families there. My husband can barbecue, and there can be friends around him so he doesn’t feel so lonely while he’s cooking. Likewise, others surround me in the kitchen. It’s one big room, which is exactly what we wanted to accomplish.”

Just beyond this area is the pool, designed by Kirk Bianchi of Bianchi Design in Phoenix and built by Phoenician Pool Company of Scottsdale, and the grounds celebrate the artistry of Morgan Holt and his EarthArt Landscape & Design of Phoenix.

Throughout, the layout of the home, in particular its main rooms — kitchen, dining room, wet bar, great room and outdoor patio

— facilitate this entertaining lifestyle. Often, she’ll start a party with appetizers at the entry courtyard, continue with main courses at the large kitchen island (with what the couple calls the “pullout drawer without end”) and then serve dessert on the adjacent outdoor patio, where guests can swim and relax while enjoying changing mountain moods.

To intensify this indoor/outdoor nexus, Alonzo tied the materials, colors and styles together. The great room flooring, for example, is concrete tiles that continue to the patio, including the grout lines, so there is no visual interruption.

“The interior and exterior furnishings and fabrics complement each other by color, pattern and texture,” she says. “The patio furniture is more like a living room because it has a sofa, chairs and a cocktail table surrounding a fireplace and television.”

Comfort

“We wanted a home that was warm and cozy, inviting, colorful and welcoming,” says the wife, who grew up on Long Island, where her parents lived in the Hamptons. “We did not want a home that was ‘frilly and fussy’ nor did we want a house where family or friends were afraid to touch anything.”

“We used furniture that was sturdy, such as the mesquite dining room table from Taber & Co. in Tucson, so as not to worry about

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the amount of use it would get. It’s meant to be used — and used in order to create memories.”

Larson adds: “Our clients wanted a home that would live well on an intimate level, with private places to curl up with a book and glass of wine or visit over coffee with a friend or family.” Valley residents since 2001, the couple also hosts their four children and two grandchildren on the holidays in addition to frequent entertaining.

Back East, the wife had been devoted to contemporary architectural and furniture styles, but after living here, they began to not only enjoy the desert lifestyle but southwest culture and traditions as well.

“When we first thought about building this home, we looked at some very contemporary designs, but we didn’t think that they

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belonged here,” she explains. “We thought that because this was the Southwest, our home should express that — in its styling, handcrafted elements and colors.”

As a result, it interweaves various styles, textures and influences.

Traditional elements, including flagstone and granite walls, combine with contemporary materials and technology, such as copper bargeboard sheathing and, between the great room and the outside patio, a retractable electronic wall system on a radius.

Shopping for more than a year with the wife, Alonzo discovered traditional Southwestern and Mexican accessories as well as contemporary artworks, which provide color panache throughout: hence, Modern Hacienda.

“Our clients had a very bold vision for the residence that included a unique mix of modern 21st-century architectural features mixed with organic hand-made finishes, set off by a very intense color palette,” Steege says. “The results are quite extraordinary; every room, every space is a visual treat.”

Throughout the home are reclaimed Douglas fir beams and corbels created from these — such as in the main hallway. Larson regularly travels to Oregon to select beams and ships them for acclimation to Arizona where they are covered in canvas and dried in the desert for at least one year.

“The beams are salvaged from old saw mills and buildings built in the early 1900s,” he explains. “We work with local craftsman and wood carvers to integrate them in our clients’ homes.”

Craftsmanship

Hand-carved woodwork is everywhere. The distressed-alder front door, with floral themes, is by Scottie Reid of Scottsdale, and the cabinetry and interior doors, most created in knotty alder, was crafted by Russ Kory’s Phoenix-based Finely Designed. Much of this woodwork reveals floral themes, the wife’s favorite motif which also appears on the red-fabric cornices, bedding and the master bedroom wool carpet.

Ornamental iron also celebrates the Southwestern spirit: In the central hallway, the wife helped design long sconce supports, which contrast with the corbelled beams and provide verticality to the winding space of sandblasted concrete tiles. And, off the hallway, her office has a highly crafted iron gate rather than a door.

Antique and contemporary accessories reiterate the regional

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inspiration and the connectivity of the home with the outdoors: hand-painted Talavera dishes from Nogales, Mexico, in the kitchen; a large garden planter from Guadalajara, which tilts on iron bracing to show at 45 degrees; deep-red Tarahumara pots above the pool, with its red-tiled raised spa; gas lanterns at the pool fireplace; a chandelier synthesized from items purchased in Mexico, India and America; and, in a guest bathroom, pieces of an aged screen, with fading multi-colors, insetting the contemporary alder door and also serving as covers for the adjacent cabinets.

In their desert home, there are memories, too, of the water and Long Island. The wife calls her serene master suite getaway, her “Ocean Bathroom,” with its aquamarine and other blue-toned porcelain tiles, and an outdoor shower is a step away from the master shower. At the front entry, Cave Creek sculptor Alan Hochman has created a water wall of scored New Mexico granite, which the husband loves listening to.

“Our dreams have become our reality,” she says of her Phoenix hacienda. “Every time we walk in, we smile.”

David M. Brown is a Valley-based freelance writer (azwriter.com)

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SHOWROOM

Palavela Home

By HUAN VO

Owner and principal designer Ryan O’Meara’s showroom is designed to make the homeowner’s life better

Who is the showroom designed for?

Our target audience is the customer looking for unique, quality furnishings.

What products and services does your store offer?

As a homeowner’s home is unique to them, we give them the opportunity to have their interior furnishings be a representation of themselves. In addition to the showroom, we also offer complete interior design services. The way our showroom is designed, everything is available for purchase off the floor or can be special ordered.

What is the one item that you love to show to every customer?

We have probably the most eclectic mix of chandeliers in the Valley. We really try to have a bunch of different options for people.

We have everything from Italian Murano glass to wood texture to iron texture, so that seems to get people really excited.

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What differentiates your showroom from others?

Our store is very, I like to call it, boutique, basically a boutique store, boutique setting.

We are very focused on personal service and client service and really offer that as the top of the line as we can get to make our client’s life easier. We offer a very large variety of sources ranging from made in California to made in Vietnam to made in Italy. Our sources are very important so we’re able to offer everybody that look that they’re looking for. We’re very client-driven and really want to make sure that our clients get what they’re looking for.

How is your showroom set up?

The way we have designed our building allows people to see first-hand how furniture and accessories will look in a room setting, versus your typical warehouse setting. A focus of our showroom is to highlight the blending of styles to create a more unique, personalized

look. We are not fans of the model home look. By being able to blend styles, this allows people to use their cherished possessions in their updated interior.

What else sets Palavela Home apart?

Commitment to our community is integral to our business. We have partnered with several nonprofits in our “Shop With Heart” program. A percentage of sales are donated to the participating nonprofits on a quarterly basis. This giving back is critical to creating a better community.

Palavela Home 6939 E. First Ave., Scottsdale (480) 946-1006 palavelahome.com

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W V P

eople often say, “There’s just something so different about Westminster Village.”

Westminster Village is not owned by any individual or group; there are no shareholders making a profit at our Residents’ expense. Since 1988, Westminster Village has been committed to remaining Resident-focused by continually seeking to understand and respond to the changing wants and needs of our Residents.

All the amenities, programs and services you could ever want are already here at Westminster Village.

Westminster Village is now offering a variety of financial plans to best meet your needs.

www.wm vaz.com | Contact: Marketing Department at 480.451.2062

12000 N. 90th Street

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Scottsdale, AZ 85260

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480.451.2000