Archive for June, 2008
Bardinger reflects on Phoenix-area architecture, conservation
June 25th, 2008 categories: Interview with an architect
Over almost three decades, Tempe-based architect Ilan Bardinger has designed a slew of Greater Phoenix commercial and public buildings, condo developments and private residences. His accolades include several awards from the City of Tempe and most recently, an Arizona Masonry Guild award.
In my recent e-mail interview, Bardinger commented on the state of Valley architecture, energy conservation and his latest project.
Click here to read the interview.
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Living at 4020 Scottsdale lofts eases transportation needs
June 20th, 2008 categories: Scottsdale condos, lofts and townhouses

When you live at 4020 Scottsdale Old Town Lofts, there’s less need for transportation — public or private.
Restaurants, coffee houses, nightlife, high-end art galleries and Scottsdale Fashion Square mall are all within walking distance of the development at the northwest corner of Scottsdale Road and 1st Avenue. Additionally, the ground floor of the building will soon have a restaurant, dessert shop and a national bank.
Features include the following:
- 10- to 12- foot ceilings and exposed ceilings.
- Sleek and contemporary finishes.
- KitchenAid stainless steel appliances.
- Concrete floors.
- Private patios.
- Reserved parking in the underground garage.
- Elevator to all levels.
Construction of the 21-unit building, which held offices before it was converted, is expected to be completed this month. Prices go from about $465,000 to $676,000 and unit size from roughly 900 to 1,300 square feet.
Tempe-based Architekton, an architecture and planning firm whose past projects include Tempe Center for the Arts and the Arizona State University Foundation Headquarters, designed the lofts.
For renderings, click here.
For more information on 4020 Scottsdale Old Town Lofts, contact Joe Kovesdy.
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