Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke brokers

What makes a home truly timeless? How do great architects create spaces that feel calm, inspiring, and deeply connected to the landscape? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Eric Spry, founder of Spry Architecture, to discuss luxury home design, the evolution of Arizona living, and the principles behind creating homes that enhance everyday experiences. Eric shares insights...

What does it really take to transform an outdated home into a luxury showpiece? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with builder Mark Benz of Mark Benz Custom Building & Remodeling to discuss luxury home renovations, managing client expectations, balancing budgets with big design ideas, and preserving the character of older homes while bringing them into the modern era. Mark...

Phoenix-based artist Mayme Kratz joins Modern Home Mastermind to discuss her stunning mixed-media resin artwork inspired by nature, memory, light, and transformation. Known for preserving seeds, bones, flowers, and organic materials inside luminous resin pieces, Mayme shares the deeply personal stories behind her creative process and how childhood experiences shaped her artistic vision. From colle...

In this special episode of Modern Home Mastermind, Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson of beSpoke Real Estate take you behind the scenes of some of the most memorable architect-designed homes they’ve sold across Arizona. From Al Beadle classics and Will Bruder masterpieces to award-winning modern estates in Paradise Valley, Phoenix, and Ahwatukee, this episode highlights the architecture, buil...

In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with Mike Alexander, Principal and Nathan McNeilly, Project Designer of Hype Studio to talk about modern architecture in Arizona, designing for the desert, and creating homes that are both bold and timeless. From site-responsive desert homes and luxury spec projects to interior design,...

What really makes a home high-quality? It’s not just what you see, it’s what you don’t. In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, Matt Lamb of Collective Construction breaks down the building science, craftsmanship, and advanced construction techniques behind truly high-performance homes in the Arizona desert. With over 25 years of experience, Matt shares how modern design tr...

Does your home actually reflect your lifestyle or is it just a collection of pieces over time? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we sit down with Kate Longley, founder of Kate Longley Designs, to talk about creating intentional, personalized spaces that truly feel like home. From designing for busy professionals to transforming bachelor pads, Kate shares her full-serv...

What does it take to design and build a modern home that truly stands out—whether it’s custom or spec? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we sit down with Rob Gaspard and Ben Nesbeitt of WORKSBUREAU to talk about their approach to modern architecture, spec home design, and building with intention. From collaborating with renowned architect Will Bruder to creating homes...

What does it take to design architecture that truly belongs in the desert? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we sit down with Benjamin Hall of Benjamin Hall Design to talk about designing with intention, purpose, and respect for the landscape. From working with the harsh desert climate to creating spaces that feel grounded, modern, and livable, Benjamin shares his phi...

What if the spaces you walk into every day were intentionally designed to shape how you feel, think, and perform? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we sit down with Oscar De las salas of Gensler to explore how architecture is evolving beyond buildings, and into experiences. From post-pandemic workplace design and Arizona’s rise as a tech hub to the future of sustainab...

What does it take to turn raw metal into functional art? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we go behind the scenes with Kyle Ward and Michael Farley of Shape Circa—a Phoenix-based studio redefining the intersection of architecture, engineering, and craftsmanship. From custom gates and doors to lighting, hinges, and one-of-a-kind architectural details, Kyle and Mike sh...

How much should you really invest in your landscaping—and does it actually increase your home’s value? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Harrison Hoffman, founder of Roots First Landscape, to break down what truly makes an outdoor space both beautiful and livable. From “wash and wear” gardens to avoiding costly design mistakes, Harrison shares insider knowledge on how to...

What does the workplace of the future actually look like? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Matt Blair, President and Co-Owner of Immedia and a visionary behind NextSpace, a 32,000-square-foot immersive workplace showroom designed to help businesses experience the future of office environments. Matt shares how NextSpace was created as a hands-on environment where brokers,...

In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with legendary luxury real estate agent Joan Levinson, one of the most accomplished agents in Arizona with over $2 billion in career sales. Joan shares the story of how she unexpectedly built a powerhouse career in luxury real estate, why becoming an expert in a specific market like Paradise Valley ma...

What does it take to preserve the legacy of one of the most influential architects in history? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Joseph Specter, President & CEO of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, to explore how the foundation is carrying forward the ideas of Frank Lloyd Wright through education, preservation, and innovation. From stewarding UNESCO World Heritage si...

What happens when a legacy architecture firm transitions to the next generation? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, Jessica Hutchison-Rough, AIA Principal Architect of Urban Design Associates, shares how she balances honoring her father’s 40+ year legacy while evolving the firm’s design philosophy for today’s custom luxury homes. From site-driven architecture and susta...

How do you design a home that feels more like a piece of art than a structure? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with acclaimed architect Mark Tate, founder of Tate Studio, to explore the emotional side of modern architecture. With a background in fine arts, Mark shares how his artistic training shapes his approac...

In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we sit down with Evan Emery and Mikhail Gladchenko of The Guild, the in-house fabrication studio at 180 Degrees Design Build. From custom steel and woodwork to groundbreaking 3D-printed concrete, The Guild specializes in solving the hardest design challenges and bringing highly detailed architectural elements to life. We explore how f...

What truly separates a great builder from the rest? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we sit down with Evan Boxwell, President & CEO of Boxwell Homes, to uncover what it takes to build exceptional modern homes in Phoenix’s most desirable neighborhoods. Evan shares his journey from growing up on construction sites to launching his own building company during the 20...

In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with Rob Rubin, owner of AK Studio, to explore what truly makes a kitchen, bath, and interior space functional, timeless, and beautifully designed. Rob shares his inside-out approach to design, explaining why organization, proprietary engineering, and collaboration with architects...

In this episode, we sit down with Ty Harrison, AIA to explore the intersection of architecture, craftsmanship, and intentional building. Ty shares his perspective on what truly defines quality in modern homes, how thoughtful design decisions shape the way people live, and why collaboration between architects, builders, and clients is essential to creating lasting spaces. From discussing the evolut...

In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, we sit down with Nick McCully from McCully Construction to explore what it truly takes to build high-end homes at the highest level. With decades of experience in ultra-luxury residential construction and complex renovations, McCully Construction shares how precision, communication, and craftsmanship define successful projects. From m...

In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with award-winning architect CP Drewett, founder and president of Drewett Works Architecture. From growing up fixing and flipping homes with his father to serving in the National Guard and leading complex infrastructure projects, CP shares how discipline, construction knowledge, a...

In this special behind-the-scenes episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, the spotlight turns inward. Licensed assistant Helen hosts an honest, in-depth conversation with Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson about their journeys into real estate, the story behind founding beSpoke real estate, and what sets their luxury brokerage apart. From career pivots and entrepreneurship to...

In this episode, we sit down with Kylie Wolfe to talk all things design—from building intentional interiors to why travel is essential for designers and how global inspiration shapes thoughtful, layered spaces. Kylie shares her perspective on the importance of hiring a designer, how the right creative partner can save time, money, and stress, and why great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s...