Summary of "Luxury Home Tour: The Elite Pickleball Oasis Hidden In Phoenix"
Summary of “Project Summer Glowup” Luxury Home Tour (Phoenix / Paradise Valley)
Overview
- Jamie shares a luxury remodel of a large estate home in Paradise Valley, Arizona called “Project Summer Glowup.”
- The property is about 6,600 sq ft with 5 bedrooms and 6 baths.
- The project began around 2020 after the clients bought it as a “spec” home, then went through multiple remodel iterations:
- First remodel: refreshed finishes, lighting, furniture.
- Second “new vibe” remodel: updated the overall aesthetic.
- Recent update: added a “Parisian funk” / “mocha mousse” trend-forward look (with Pantone-inspired tones).
Kitchen refresh (Summer Glowup redesign)
- Completely gutted and remodeled
- Key changes:
- Installed a plaster ceiling-height hood
- Added archways
- Switched countertops to leathered quartzite
- Added a full-height Zellige tile wall behind the kitchen area (Zel tile)
- Removed upper cabinets to avoid the “upper cabinet” look and add interest elsewhere
- Added open shelving to showcase collections
- Added accent lighting
- Used bold/statement lighting pieces from Varelin
- Styling approach:
- Keep counter decor big and few
- Use pieces like:
- A large teak bowl (root teak)
- Fresh ranches display (or faux)
- Layered terracotta plates and Paris-inspired art
- Keep counters as clear as possible
Great room / living area vibe
- The space had multiple prior changes; this update includes:
- Plastered walls
- Updated fireplace
- Reupholstered furniture repeatedly for long-term durability
- Notable furniture details:
- Concrete one-of-a-kind coffee tables (not replaceable)
- A favorite slab end table designed and made by Celo Furniture (Phoenix)
- A “tucked table” concept for layered texture, paired with a travertine table underneath
- Cozy strategy for very high ceilings:
- Installed the world’s biggest woven light fixture (imported from Bali)
- Took about 6 months to arrive, but described as worth the wait
- Seating:
- Custom chairs designed for flexible sitting positions (including sideways)
- New upholstery: Kelly Wearstler terracotta fabric
- Fabric is performance grade (mostly outdoor-grade), can be cleaned with bleach-water, and is designed for kids, dogs, and entertaining
“Not a formal dining room” entertainment space
- Purposefully transformed to feel like a fun, social space:
- Wallpapered with Kelly Wearstler wallpaper
- Added contrast with plaster light fixtures
- Included a neon sign: “Good vibes only”
- Repurposed a pool table into a dining table, playfully framed as the homeowner’s “worst nightmare” scenario
Bar area (collections display)
- The bar functions more as a showcase than an alcohol display:
- No alcohol shown; it focuses on the client’s home accessory collection
- Bar height updated:
- Originally 42 inches, reduced to 36 inches to improve conversational flow and “hangout energy”
- Added a Zellige (Zelig) tile backdrop in a terracotta/pink-leaning palette
Entry / main hallway
- Walls plastered in a “mocha mousse” color for an inviting tone
- Contrasts and textures:
- Paired with a custom white concrete table
- Layered accessories matching the mocha mousse theme
- Features a chandelier tied to how Jamie and the client first met
Art-forward design philosophy
- Jamie emphasizes that even one original art piece can elevate the whole home.
- Mentions an Instagram-famous artist work:
- Artwork by Eric Stfonsky (custom for the project)
Powder bath (playful theme)
- Bold, personality-filled design:
- Custom art by Joshua Young
- Dark walls paired with a white plaster mirror to make elements pop
- A whimsical concept featuring blindfolded, old-fashioned characters
Primary bedroom: bold + tactile
- One major request fulfilled: black master bedroom
- Design elements:
- Wallpapered with vinyl grass cloth, chosen for durability (since they had/once had a toddler who touched walls)
- Included a hand-carved bed
- Bedding styled in a mocha moussey direction, updated over time
Primary bathroom: “Tulum theme”
- Fully gutted and rebuilt
- Look and materials:
- Plaster-front cabinetry paired with wood
- Custom cabinet details/handles
- Woven pendant lights
- Hand-sculpted bathtub by Daniel at Compound Concrete
- Travertine floors
- Shower walls with plaster “Cadillac” waterproofing (as described)
- Lifestyle feature:
- Built-in coffee maker station (requested by the client; Jamie jokes it may not be used much)
Outdoor lifestyle + pickleball-focused backyard
- The clients are very outdoor-oriented, keeping doors/windows open
- Landscaping work with Jeremy at Refined Gardens
- Outdoors includes:
- Multiple fire pits
- Water features
- Pickleball courts (described as the property’s centerpiece)
- The home is portrayed as “pickleball headquarters,” where friends gather often (weekends/evenings)
- Outdoor furniture request:
- Chairs needed to be lightweight so they can be moved closer to the action
- Standout relaxation piece:
- A large egg-shaped statement furniture piece from Don
- Seats 3–4 people, described as ideal for naps or shade breaks
- Its rounded form contrasts with the home’s angular lines
Notable locations / products / people mentioned
- Locations: Paradise Valley (Phoenix area), Bali (lighting import), Phoenix (furniture maker)
- Brands / makers / products:
- Zellige / Zeli tile (Zel tile, “Zelig tile”)
- Varelin statement lighting
- Celo Furniture (Phoenix) — slab end table
- Kelly Wearstler wallpaper and terracotta fabrics
- Daniel at Compound Concrete — hand-sculpted bathtub
- Don — egg-shaped outdoor seating piece
- People / collaborators:
- Jamie (host/designer)
- Jeremy at Refined Gardens (landscaping)
- Eric Stfonsky (Instagram-famous artist; custom art)
- Joshua Young (custom art for powder bath)
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