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Hastens mattresses are all natural materials and genuine craftsmanship. Made without compromises over six family generations since 1852. It is Scottsdale Bedrooms’ absolute conviction that Hästens provides the deepest, healthiest and most profound sleep. When you invest in a Hästens bed, it is unlike any other bedding purchase you will…

Chef Carmella Dodge hosts events in her home monthly with themed meals to match the evening’s speaker, dancer, artist. She also caters to your home, office or event. Contact her today to discuss menus and options! MORE!

“Saguaro Sunset” is in f64 Gallery’s Deserts Grouping. This 60″ x 40″ print is in the Gallery! Call to arrange a visit. The Gallery has limited summer hours but they will open up just for you! Take a cool break to enjoy the landscape photography of Elan Wollitzer. MORE!

Barbara frequently reminds clients “Without light there is no color.” Nor can you see anything else! Light up your life with Premier Lighting to enjoy the things and people you love in your home. Select beautiful fixtures at Premier Lighting. Their showroom has it all with experts to guide you….

Don’t you love this Tuscan take on a wine cellar? You can meet the team of Innovative Wine Cellar Designs at the Design Your Dream Kitchen Event. Register today! 

Nothing could be more exciting to a designer than the in-house rug fabrication capabilities of UnderFoot. They can build a rug from scratch or save the day by simply modifying a size. Their design-savvy clientele are given direct access to the craftsmen in the workroom and the opportunity always produces…

One of the very first Barbara’s Picks members, Get Organized with Bridges + Co, was recently profiled in The Business Journal. Learn more about Bridges’ techniques. READ MORE!  

Katherine Mueller, owner and principal designer of CeTerra Accents & Interiors, was the natural choice to complete the revitalization of this villa located on the lavish grounds of the Arizona Biltmore Resort.  Katherine’s vast experience in residential and commercial design in addition to her extensive education which includes a Bachelor…

Get Your Move On, one of Barbara’s Picks, has committed to fighting hunger in their community by partnering with the national hunger relief organization Move For Hunger.  See ALL of the things they do in their community HERE!

Mosaic options are virtually limitless.  Mixing and matching porcelain tile, stone, glass, metal and even shells, mosaic can give your installation the “pop” you are looking for. China is currently the primary supplier of mosaic due to the low price points. However, Villagio Tile and Stone has found that if they…