Joey Scandizzo Flagship

Set amidst the Sonoran Desert, North America’s hottest desert, water in Pima County, Arizona is a vital yet sparse resource. The Lower Santa Cruz River supports desert life, replenishes the region’s drinking water supplies and is playground to residents and visitors alike. Protecting this valuable resource is a key priority for the Pima County Regional Water Reclamation Department.

The agora gardens meet the seniors' wishes for sustainable and attractive housing, which sets the framework for the good senior life.

This is a small house, on a small suburban site on the ‘wrong’ side of the road. The project was about doing the best I could for my family, to meet our budget. The house design needed to balance sun with privacy, and to maximise the use of space. Amenity is squeezed out of every corner - no space is wasted. It is tight, but where it counts, it feels generous.