Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke brokers

What does it take to turn an architect's ambitious vision into a beautifully crafted home? From the smallest construction details to the challenges of preserving historic architecture, exceptional building requires experience, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson welcome Gene S...

What does it take to turn an architect's ambitious vision into a beautifully crafted home? From the smallest construction details to the challenges of preserving historic architecture, exceptional building requires experience, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson welcome Gene S...

What makes a swimming pool feel like a natural extension of a home's architecture rather than just another backyard feature? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with Jeromey Naugle, founder and owner of Premier Paradise, to explore the art of designing extraordinary custom pools, spas, and outdoor living spaces that b...

What makes a Will Bruder home so unforgettable? In this special episode of Modern Home Mastermind, Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson take us behind the scenes of several of Bruder’s most distinctive residential projects and share what they’ve learned from working in, showing, selling, and experiencing his architecture firsthand. From the Platt House and Byrne Residence to the Desert Bridge H...

What makes a home feel truly personal, like it evolved over time rather than being decorated all at once? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with Ashley Leavitt, founder and principal designer of Gold & Oak Design Co., to talk about creating interiors that feel storied, soulful, and deeply connected to the people who...

Art can do more than fill a wall and it can give a space a soul. In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with artist and designer Jamie Boling to explore how art can transform a beautifully designed space into something personal, meaningful, and full of story. Jamie shares how he works with homeowners, architects, and interior designers to create art that reflects the people who inh...

What makes a home truly exceptional? Scott returns to Modern Home Mastermind to take us behind the scenes of some of the most fascinating properties he’s toured for his YouTube channel, Real Estate Report. From a Frank Lloyd Wright property to a home perched on a Sedona Red Rock and a custom Paradise Valley estate, Scott shares the stories, construction details, and design decisions that make thes...

What does it take to create the custom metalwork found in some of Arizona’s most incredible modern homes? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Scott Dow, owner of Falcon Designs, to go behind the scenes of architectural metal fabrication. Scott shares how he collaborates with architects, designers, builders, and homeowners to turn ambitious designs into beautifully crafted d...

What makes Phoenix one of the most important centers of modern architecture in the country? And what happens when the buildings that tell that story are threatened with demolition? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Alison King, professor of design and design history at Grand Canyon University and founder of Modern Phoenix, a website and community dedicated to celebrating...

In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with Dan Yonker of Yonker Custom Homes to talk about designing and building luxury homes that are not only beautiful, but functional and thoughtfully designed around the way people actually live. With a background in real estate, remodeling, and luxury homebuilding, Dan shares how his experience walking thr...

What separates a truly exceptional custom home from an expensive one? Is it the design, the craftsmanship, or the team behind it? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Joe Costello, founder of Stonecreek Building Company, a second-generation builder with more than 30 years of experience creating luxury custom homes throughout Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, and Phoenix. Joe shar...

What does it really take to build a home that looks incredible, functions beautifully, and stands the test of time? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Scott Swink, founder of Boardwalk Construction, to take a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build and remodel exceptional homes in the Phoenix Valley. Scott shares why the most important parts of a well-built home a...

What does it take to create a luxury home that's not only beautiful but also energy-efficient, healthy, and built to last? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Erik Koss, AIA, architect, builder, and founder of Koss Design + Build, to explore how the design-build approach is transforming custom home construction. Erik shares how integrating architecture and construction...

What makes an outdoor space truly unforgettable? Is it the pool, the landscape, the architecture, or is there something deeper at work? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Kirk Bianchi, Owner and Principal of Bianchi Design, to explore the art and psychology behind designing extraordinary outdoor environments. With more than 35 years of experience creating award-winning lux...

What transforms a beautiful house into a home with lasting meaning? In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, we sit down with Sabah Mansoor, founder and principal designer of Sabah Mansoor Design, to discuss designing homes that tell a family's story. From creating legacy homes and luxury spec projects to selecting timeless materials, layering texture, and designing for the way families trul...

For more than five decades, Ned Sawyer, AIA has helped shape Arizona's architectural landscape through timeless modern design. In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind, Ned shares stories from his career, including his partnership with legendary architect Al Beadle, the inspiration behind some of Arizona's most iconic homes, and the philosophy that continues to guide his work today. From...

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...