Live Beautifully | September 2018

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When it comes to the North Scottsdale lifestyle and area real estate, The Luckys are proud to be the eminent source for their clients.

SEPTEMBER

With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts,

Lisa | Matt | Laura

The Luckys are honored to be reputed as the most proficient and skilled in the industry.

602.320.8415 | Lucky@RussLyon.com View more luxury listings at LisaLucky.com

In This Issue COMMUNITY CONNECTION ________________ Spotlight on: 100 Club Arizona REAL ESTATE CORNER ________________ Capture That Curb Appeal!

offered at

$565,000 ________

YOUR HOME ________________ Choosing the Chandelier That’s Right for the Room

MLS #5803172

Stunning and pristine ground-level end unit located in the Ridge at Troon North shows like a model home! Offered turnkey, it's move-in ready with furnishings hand-selected by an interior designer. The two-car tandem garage has direct entry into the unit and is located adjacent to additional parking for you and your

The Ridge at Troon North

AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in September

2 Bed + Den

NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About

guests. The open floor plan allows for seamless entertaining with

2 Bath

the large expanse of pocketing doors highlighting the 9th hole

1,723 SQ FT

of the Monument course, mountain and sunset views. Enjoy two

Built in 2017

en suite bedrooms with all the upgrades, and a separate den/flex space featuring a custom built-in credenza and stacked-stone accent wall. The kitchen has ample cabinet and counter space

4 Tips for Photographing Desert Landscapes Now that the weather is starting its annual cooldown, grab your camera and hit the trails.

With these tried and true photography tips, you’ll be shooting images that will make your out-of-town friends rife with envy that you live in such a breathtakingly scenic place.

THE GOLDEN HOURS – The Sonoran Desert appears dramatically different depending on the time of day. Midday light can give a flat, harsh look to the topography and plant life. However, capturing images just after sunrise, late afternoon and just before sunset will give your photos a richness and depth of hue that truly shows the diversity, color and beauty of the desert.

ADVERSE WEATHER – We’re all here for the sunshine, right? Yet sometimes the most intriguing photos of the desert landscape are created when the weather is less than ideal. Landscapes evoke a different mood when tumultuous clouds hang over head and rain-soaked desert floors offer a new perspective on images of plants and boulders.

GO GRAND AND SMALL – Grab your wide-angle lens to capture the entire gorgeous vista in front of you. With such vast, dramatic scenery, use people or other familiar objects to give the viewer a sense of scale and to demonstrate how majestic the scene is. Conversely, seek out a wide range of scenes such as tiny plants and flowers or the intricacy of a bird’s nest to add diversity to your portfolio.

COMPOSE YOUR SHOT – As you shoot, include a strong point of interest. The eye needs a place to rest within the photo, so using a mountain, a stately saguaro or large boulder outcropping, for example, gives the image a visual anchor. Placing your point of interest off-center makes your photo more interesting when you use the “rule of thirds” both horizontally and vertically. Including an interesting object in the foreground such as a clump of cactus flowers or a rusty gate will give depth to your photo as well. Lastly, use lines to lead your viewer’s eyes to your point of interest. You’ll find angles, such as a trail, a mountain slope, or a shape of a cloud in your view that you can strategically position within the frame.

FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Stunning Ridge at Troon North Unit is Move-In Ready!

with a stainless-steel appliance package, eat-in peninsula, mosaic tile backsplash, gas cooktop, and designer cabinet lighting.

10260 E White Feather Lane #1035 | Scottsdale, AZ 85262

CORPORATE OFFICE:

CONTACT:

The Luckys North Scottsdale 7669 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 110 Scottsdale, AZ 85255

602.320.8415 Lucky@RussLyon.com LisaLucky.com

CAPTURE THAT

Curb Appeal!

CURB APPEAL – we’ve all heard of that term before. When potential buyers are touring homes for sale, most automatically dismiss homes that are otherwise structurally sound, priced appropriately and in an excellent location if the home is cluttered, worn or unkept. It’s simply human nature. Research shows that most buyers will decide whether they like your home or not within the first 20-30 seconds. That’s just as they’re walking to the front door! So, take care that your home stands out and looks its best right from the curbside view.

First and foremost, make sure your house numbers are accessible and easy to read. A fresh coat of exterior paint goes a long way in your home’s presentation. If you aren’t able to repaint, a good power wash can help it sparkle. Have all windows (and screens) professionally cleaned. Does the doorbell work and sound pleasant?

Does the mailbox need to be replaced? Trim bushes and trees. Rake gravel, plant flowers and make sure all walkways are cleared of debris. Power wash tire marks off the driveway and scrub any hard water stains off exterior surfaces such as flagstone. Put away hoses, gently relocate bird nests and remove any pet waste (even if you don’t have a pet, you must always check that neighborhood dogs haven’t left a deposit).

One of the more expensive (but usually worth it) tips is to completely refinish and restain your wooden front door. It’s amazing the toll that the elements take on a door and there is almost nothing more inviting than a rich, glossy front door to greet potential buyers.

Further, consider replacing or simply just polishing the front door hardware and purchase a fresh wreath and a brand-new doormat to top it all off.

Many Valley homes have the garage as a large part of the home’s front view. Often the garage doors take up 30-40% of the street view of the home. So, it goes without saying that the garage doors should be freshly painted, stained or power washed as well. Additionally, you many want to invest in sparkling new coach lights, or at least thoroughly clean the fixtures and the bulbs as well.

A little bit of work ahead of time will make your home’s sale easier.

And that’s just the view from the street! Considering selling? We can visit your property and give you more expert tips on making your home “presentation ready.”

REAL E S TAT E

Contact us today! 602.320.8415

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new

SPOTLIGHT ON:

& NOTEWORTHY

100Club.org WHAT THEY DO: Serving the public safety community since 1968, 100 Club is dedicated to standing behind the men and women who provide safety for the citizens of Arizona. For 50 years now, the 100 Club has provided assistance to statewide public safety agencies, officers, firefighters, EMT/paramedics, and their families.

Not only does the 100 Club support with financial assistance when tragedy strikes, they offer safety enhancement stipends to keep our heroes safe, peer support to equip our heroes with the tools to find assistance when they need it, and scholarships to help ease the financial burden of higher education.

100 Club is dedicated to standing behind the men and women who provide safety for the citizens of Arizona.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? • Complete the Tower Challenge – a 2,071-step course to honor the first responders on 9/11 in NYC, held September 11th at Gila River Arena.

• Attend the annual Schechterle Gala, a black & white affair, this year held on September 29th at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. • Purchase a First Responder license plate with proceeds benefiting 100 Club.

• Become a Loyal Supporter or a Corporate Sponsor with your much-needed donation.

• Volunteer opportunities are available for people of all ages at the many fun events going on throughout the year.

CHEERS FOR BEERS Here in Arizona, we love our local craft breweries – especially those with a

THAT’S RIGHT FOR THE ROOM The traditional locations – over your dining table and in your foyer or entryway – are still the popular places to hang a chandelier. But anywhere you have the ceiling height to accommodate a chandelier and think one would look good is worth considering.

Your bedroom, if it has a raised ceiling, might work, for example. ​ Chandeliers are available in styles that will fit with almost any decorating theme from medieval to post-modern.

HOW LARGE SHOULD IT BE? A chandelier should be sized in proportion to the room. In a dining room that's 12 feet by 12 feet, for example, an 18" to 24" chandelier might be appropriate. In an entry hall with a very high ceiling and minimal furniture, you might prefer one that's two or even three feet across. Bear in mind that, in general, the height of the chandelier will increase with the room diameter. While the proportions vary by style, a larger diameter chandelier will usually hang down further than a smaller diameter one will.

In fact, it's the same box. It will be a metal box, and it will have a message such as "Rated for Fan Support" stamped inside it. Those boxes are typically rated to hold light fixtures that weigh up to 150 pounds. If your chandelier weighs more than that, it will require special mounting hardware that should be supplied with it.

HOW FAR DOWN SHOULD IT HANG? You want your chandelier to be low enough to give good light but high enough to be out of the way. It means that if you're going to hang it where people will walk under it, the lowest part of it should be no lower than 7' above the floor. In a tall foyer, it might be 10' or more overhead. If you're hanging it over your dining table, most people find keeping the bottom of the chandelier between 30" and 36" above the table to be a comfortable height.

Source: TheSpruce.com | By: Bill Lewis

WILL IT NEED SPECIAL SUPPORT? Most chandeliers are heavier than other light fixtures, and chandeliers with crystals can be particularly heavy. If the chandelier you want weighs more than 15 pounds, you'll need to install a special electrical box, just as you would if you were going to install a ceiling fan.

tasty across-the-border influence. If you’re like many thirsty residents of North Scottsdale who’ve been eagerly anticipating the first batch of cerveza from the new Loco Patrõn Mexican Brewery & Kitchen, your wait is over.

The brew tanks are up and running! Head on over for a draught of cold suds, and heck, devour a plate of nachos while you’re at it! LocoPatron.com

BUEN PROVECHO The signature restaurant of Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, Talavera, has unveiled an all-new menu, contemporary design and lively dining experience with its launch as a Spanish steakhouse. The new menu focuses on traditional Latin ingredients and specialties such as paella, dry-aged steak, jamon iberico, fresh

SEPTEMBER 30 | ScottsdaleFirefightersCharities

selection of tapas.

Corks & Forks

Arizona Restaurant Week

Accompanying the new

Gather your posse and rev up your taste buds for a delicious evening of

It’s Arizona’s most edible time of the year again! This statewide affair

wine and food pairings at the Windgate Ranch Clubhouse. As an annual

Behind the Flames Scottsdale Firefighter Charity Dinner

offers foodies a wealth of dining opportunities and the chance to

Miracle of Motherhood event benefiting Maggie’s Place, your attendance

get outside their own neighborhood and try something new. From

will go a long way in aiding pregnant and parenting women in need through

sizzling Southwestern and soothing comfort foods to five-star dining

the organization’s houses of hospitality and ongoing support with resources,

and international fare – it’s all on the table during Arizona Restaurant

health insurance and low-cost housing.

Week. Diners can enjoy a prix-fixe dinner for $33 or $44 per person at a number of participating Valley restaurants.

With featured speakers Grant Woods, Pastor Warren Stewart and Jerry Colangelo on tap, this charitable evening at Dominick’s Steakhouse is an annual celebration of the heroic Scottsdale firefighters and the local charities they support. With a lively cocktail hour followed by a dinner of prime steaks, seafood and signature dishes, this 18th annual event promises to warm your heart.

menu is a selection of more than 500 New and Old-World wines.

Occasional evenings of live flamenco music make your experience beautifully authentic.

TalaveraRestaurant.com

2018

SEPTEMBER 21-30 | ArizonaRestaurantWeek.com

september

seafood and a flavorful

SEPTEMBER 15 | MaggiesPlace.org

CAPTURE THAT

Curb Appeal!

CURB APPEAL – we’ve all heard of that term before. When potential buyers are touring homes for sale, most automatically dismiss homes that are otherwise structurally sound, priced appropriately and in an excellent location if the home is cluttered, worn or unkept. It’s simply human nature. Research shows that most buyers will decide whether they like your home or not within the first 20-30 seconds. That’s just as they’re walking to the front door! So, take care that your home stands out and looks its best right from the curbside view.

First and foremost, make sure your house numbers are accessible and easy to read. A fresh coat of exterior paint goes a long way in your home’s presentation. If you aren’t able to repaint, a good power wash can help it sparkle. Have all windows (and screens) professionally cleaned. Does the doorbell work and sound pleasant?

Does the mailbox need to be replaced? Trim bushes and trees. Rake gravel, plant flowers and make sure all walkways are cleared of debris. Power wash tire marks off the driveway and scrub any hard water stains off exterior surfaces such as flagstone. Put away hoses, gently relocate bird nests and remove any pet waste (even if you don’t have a pet, you must always check that neighborhood dogs haven’t left a deposit).

One of the more expensive (but usually worth it) tips is to completely refinish and restain your wooden front door. It’s amazing the toll that the elements take on a door and there is almost nothing more inviting than a rich, glossy front door to greet potential buyers.

Further, consider replacing or simply just polishing the front door hardware and purchase a fresh wreath and a brand-new doormat to top it all off.

Many Valley homes have the garage as a large part of the home’s front view. Often the garage doors take up 30-40% of the street view of the home. So, it goes without saying that the garage doors should be freshly painted, stained or power washed as well. Additionally, you many want to invest in sparkling new coach lights, or at least thoroughly clean the fixtures and the bulbs as well.

A little bit of work ahead of time will make your home’s sale easier.

And that’s just the view from the street! Considering selling? We can visit your property and give you more expert tips on making your home “presentation ready.”

REAL E S TAT E

Contact us today! 602.320.8415

corner

new

SPOTLIGHT ON:

& NOTEWORTHY

100Club.org WHAT THEY DO: Serving the public safety community since 1968, 100 Club is dedicated to standing behind the men and women who provide safety for the citizens of Arizona. For 50 years now, the 100 Club has provided assistance to statewide public safety agencies, officers, firefighters, EMT/paramedics, and their families.

Not only does the 100 Club support with financial assistance when tragedy strikes, they offer safety enhancement stipends to keep our heroes safe, peer support to equip our heroes with the tools to find assistance when they need it, and scholarships to help ease the financial burden of higher education.

100 Club is dedicated to standing behind the men and women who provide safety for the citizens of Arizona.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? • Complete the Tower Challenge – a 2,071-step course to honor the first responders on 9/11 in NYC, held September 11th at Gila River Arena.

• Attend the annual Schechterle Gala, a black & white affair, this year held on September 29th at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. • Purchase a First Responder license plate with proceeds benefiting 100 Club.

• Become a Loyal Supporter or a Corporate Sponsor with your much-needed donation.

• Volunteer opportunities are available for people of all ages at the many fun events going on throughout the year.

CHEERS FOR BEERS Here in Arizona, we love our local craft breweries – especially those with a

THAT’S RIGHT FOR THE ROOM The traditional locations – over your dining table and in your foyer or entryway – are still the popular places to hang a chandelier. But anywhere you have the ceiling height to accommodate a chandelier and think one would look good is worth considering.

Your bedroom, if it has a raised ceiling, might work, for example. ​ Chandeliers are available in styles that will fit with almost any decorating theme from medieval to post-modern.

HOW LARGE SHOULD IT BE? A chandelier should be sized in proportion to the room. In a dining room that's 12 feet by 12 feet, for example, an 18" to 24" chandelier might be appropriate. In an entry hall with a very high ceiling and minimal furniture, you might prefer one that's two or even three feet across. Bear in mind that, in general, the height of the chandelier will increase with the room diameter. While the proportions vary by style, a larger diameter chandelier will usually hang down further than a smaller diameter one will.

In fact, it's the same box. It will be a metal box, and it will have a message such as "Rated for Fan Support" stamped inside it. Those boxes are typically rated to hold light fixtures that weigh up to 150 pounds. If your chandelier weighs more than that, it will require special mounting hardware that should be supplied with it.

HOW FAR DOWN SHOULD IT HANG? You want your chandelier to be low enough to give good light but high enough to be out of the way. It means that if you're going to hang it where people will walk under it, the lowest part of it should be no lower than 7' above the floor. In a tall foyer, it might be 10' or more overhead. If you're hanging it over your dining table, most people find keeping the bottom of the chandelier between 30" and 36" above the table to be a comfortable height.

Source: TheSpruce.com | By: Bill Lewis

WILL IT NEED SPECIAL SUPPORT? Most chandeliers are heavier than other light fixtures, and chandeliers with crystals can be particularly heavy. If the chandelier you want weighs more than 15 pounds, you'll need to install a special electrical box, just as you would if you were going to install a ceiling fan.

tasty across-the-border influence. If you’re like many thirsty residents of North Scottsdale who’ve been eagerly anticipating the first batch of cerveza from the new Loco Patrõn Mexican Brewery & Kitchen, your wait is over.

The brew tanks are up and running! Head on over for a draught of cold suds, and heck, devour a plate of nachos while you’re at it! LocoPatron.com

BUEN PROVECHO The signature restaurant of Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, Talavera, has unveiled an all-new menu, contemporary design and lively dining experience with its launch as a Spanish steakhouse. The new menu focuses on traditional Latin ingredients and specialties such as paella, dry-aged steak, jamon iberico, fresh

SEPTEMBER 30 | ScottsdaleFirefightersCharities

selection of tapas.

Corks & Forks

Arizona Restaurant Week

Accompanying the new

Gather your posse and rev up your taste buds for a delicious evening of

It’s Arizona’s most edible time of the year again! This statewide affair

wine and food pairings at the Windgate Ranch Clubhouse. As an annual

Behind the Flames Scottsdale Firefighter Charity Dinner

offers foodies a wealth of dining opportunities and the chance to

Miracle of Motherhood event benefiting Maggie’s Place, your attendance

get outside their own neighborhood and try something new. From

will go a long way in aiding pregnant and parenting women in need through

sizzling Southwestern and soothing comfort foods to five-star dining

the organization’s houses of hospitality and ongoing support with resources,

and international fare – it’s all on the table during Arizona Restaurant

health insurance and low-cost housing.

Week. Diners can enjoy a prix-fixe dinner for $33 or $44 per person at a number of participating Valley restaurants.

With featured speakers Grant Woods, Pastor Warren Stewart and Jerry Colangelo on tap, this charitable evening at Dominick’s Steakhouse is an annual celebration of the heroic Scottsdale firefighters and the local charities they support. With a lively cocktail hour followed by a dinner of prime steaks, seafood and signature dishes, this 18th annual event promises to warm your heart.

menu is a selection of more than 500 New and Old-World wines.

Occasional evenings of live flamenco music make your experience beautifully authentic.

TalaveraRestaurant.com

2018

SEPTEMBER 21-30 | ArizonaRestaurantWeek.com

september

seafood and a flavorful

SEPTEMBER 15 | MaggiesPlace.org

20 18

When it comes to the North Scottsdale lifestyle and area real estate, The Luckys are proud to be the eminent source for their clients.

SEPTEMBER

With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts,

Lisa | Matt | Laura

The Luckys are honored to be reputed as the most proficient and skilled in the industry.

602.320.8415 | Lucky@RussLyon.com View more luxury listings at LisaLucky.com

In This Issue COMMUNITY CONNECTION ________________ Spotlight on: 100 Club Arizona REAL ESTATE CORNER ________________ Capture That Curb Appeal!

offered at

$565,000 ________

YOUR HOME ________________ Choosing the Chandelier That’s Right for the Room

MLS #5803172

Stunning and pristine ground-level end unit located in the Ridge at Troon North shows like a model home! Offered turnkey, it's move-in ready with furnishings hand-selected by an interior designer. The two-car tandem garage has direct entry into the unit and is located adjacent to additional parking for you and your

The Ridge at Troon North

AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in September

2 Bed + Den

NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About

guests. The open floor plan allows for seamless entertaining with

2 Bath

the large expanse of pocketing doors highlighting the 9th hole

1,723 SQ FT

of the Monument course, mountain and sunset views. Enjoy two

Built in 2017

en suite bedrooms with all the upgrades, and a separate den/flex space featuring a custom built-in credenza and stacked-stone accent wall. The kitchen has ample cabinet and counter space

4 Tips for Photographing Desert Landscapes Now that the weather is starting its annual cooldown, grab your camera and hit the trails.

With these tried and true photography tips, you’ll be shooting images that will make your out-of-town friends rife with envy that you live in such a breathtakingly scenic place.

THE GOLDEN HOURS – The Sonoran Desert appears dramatically different depending on the time of day. Midday light can give a flat, harsh look to the topography and plant life. However, capturing images just after sunrise, late afternoon and just before sunset will give your photos a richness and depth of hue that truly shows the diversity, color and beauty of the desert.

ADVERSE WEATHER – We’re all here for the sunshine, right? Yet sometimes the most intriguing photos of the desert landscape are created when the weather is less than ideal. Landscapes evoke a different mood when tumultuous clouds hang over head and rain-soaked desert floors offer a new perspective on images of plants and boulders.

GO GRAND AND SMALL – Grab your wide-angle lens to capture the entire gorgeous vista in front of you. With such vast, dramatic scenery, use people or other familiar objects to give the viewer a sense of scale and to demonstrate how majestic the scene is. Conversely, seek out a wide range of scenes such as tiny plants and flowers or the intricacy of a bird’s nest to add diversity to your portfolio.

COMPOSE YOUR SHOT – As you shoot, include a strong point of interest. The eye needs a place to rest within the photo, so using a mountain, a stately saguaro or large boulder outcropping, for example, gives the image a visual anchor. Placing your point of interest off-center makes your photo more interesting when you use the “rule of thirds” both horizontally and vertically. Including an interesting object in the foreground such as a clump of cactus flowers or a rusty gate will give depth to your photo as well. Lastly, use lines to lead your viewer’s eyes to your point of interest. You’ll find angles, such as a trail, a mountain slope, or a shape of a cloud in your view that you can strategically position within the frame.

FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Stunning Ridge at Troon North Unit is Move-In Ready!

with a stainless-steel appliance package, eat-in peninsula, mosaic tile backsplash, gas cooktop, and designer cabinet lighting.

10260 E White Feather Lane #1035 | Scottsdale, AZ 85262

CORPORATE OFFICE:

CONTACT:

The Luckys North Scottsdale 7669 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 110 Scottsdale, AZ 85255

602.320.8415 Lucky@RussLyon.com LisaLucky.com