Discover the inspiring work and stories of our AIA Arizona members who have been featured in recent episodes of America ByDESIGN. Each episode highlights the creativity, innovation, and impact these architects bring to the built environment, offering a closer look at their design philosophies and the projects that define their practice.
The featured projects all happen to have been recent AIA Arizona Design Award winners. Click on the images below to watch each episode and explore the work in greater depth.
At least four more projects by Arizona architects are being filmed to then air in the near future. New episodes are initially aired at 6pm Arizona time on Saturday evenings on the CBS News New York livestream here.
If you have interest in having your recent project featured on America ByDESIGN, reach out via email to Senior Producer Tony Maughan.
Season 6 Episode 8: Casa Luce by HK Associates
Episode 8 begins with Casa Luce, an AIA Arizona 2024 Interior Architecture Award winner in Tucson, Arizona. An extensive renovation of a mid-century modern home in the Catalina Foothills, Casa Luce is thoughtfully positioned within the surrounding desert landscape.
Episode 6 features the ASU Media & Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center in Mesa, winner of a 2024 AIA Arizona Distinguished Architecture Citation and the Goodwin Collaboration Award. Discover the state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire the next generation of creative media.
Season 6 Episode 5: Ventana House by HK Associates
This episode begins at Ventana House, an AIA Arizona 2022 Distinguished Architecture Award Citation winner, nestled at the base of the Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Aptly named Ventana House—”ventana” meaning “window” it offers a window onto the desert landscape.
Season 6 Episode 3: Real House by HK Associates
This episode highlights Real House, an AIA Arizona 2024 Distinguished Architecture Award winner. Nestled in Tucson, Arizona, this striking home by HK Associates beautifully frames the boldness and subtlety of the Sonoran Desert.
Season 6 Episode 2: TSG Foundation Center for Spiritual Development by Grace Design Studios
Episode 2 features the TSG Foundation Center for Spiritual Development in Scottsdale, Arizona, winner of a 2023 AIA Arizona Distinguished Architecture Award and the SRP Sustainable Design Award. The center provides a serene sanctuary for education and personal growth, thoughtfully integrated within a tranquil desert setting.
Season 6 Episode 1: Telescope House By Wendell Burnette Architects
In the first episode of Season 6 highlights Telescope House in Sedona, Arizona, winner of a 2024 AIA Arizona Distinguished Architecture Citation elevates the desert experience through a structure designed to capture the majesty of the surrounding landscape.
Season 5 Episode 10: lightHOUSE / Casita OBSCURA by HK Associates
This episode highlights lightHOUSE or Casita OBSCURA, an AIA Arizona 2024 Component Design Award winner. Located in Tucson, Arizona, this compact retreat demonstrates the power of sustainable, small-scale design.