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).

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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

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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

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“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

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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

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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

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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)

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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

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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

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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)

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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

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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)