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3 HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW Community gardens are popping up all around the Valley as places where neighbors and residents can come together to learn, grow and nurture the land around us. 4 The Tovrea Castle, a Phoenix Point of Pride, is one of the most well-known homes in the Valley. Built in 1928, the “wedding-cake” structure was originally meant to be a boutique hotel for those visiting Phoenix. Unfortunately for owner Alessio Carraro, the Great Depression led to its closure shortly after it opened. It wasn’t until the mid-2000s when the Tovrea Carraro Society partnered with the City of Phoenix to allow visitors to tour the building and its surrounding 44 acres. Volunteer-run and docent-led, guests are able to take a peek into the lives of the castle’s former owners, Alessio Carraro and E.A. and Della Tovrea. This month, we’re also discussing the newest trends in interior design and purchasing art for your home. Whether you are looking to buy your first piece of art or are ready to update your living space with the latest trends, Arcadia Home & Design has it covered. Contact me at editor@arcadianews.com with feedback and story ideas. Until next time, thank you for reading Arcadia News and Arcadia Home & Design! Contents Arcadia News 3850 E. Indian School Rd. #1 Phoenix AZ 85018 602-840-6379 • arcadiahd.com Publisher Greg A. Bruns greg@arcadianews.com Editor Mallory Gleich mallory@arcadianews.com Design & Layout Gabe Turner gabe@arcadianews.com Advertising Roni Mier roni@arcadianews.com INTERIOR DESIGN FOR 2020 To keep homes well-organized and functional, we’ve enlisted the help of a local designer to share what’s new on the interior design front. 8 THE CASTLE ON THE HILL The Tovrea Castle at Carraro Heights is one of Phoenix’s historic Points of Pride. Tours of the landmark and its surrounding acres have been offered since 2012. 10 4 8 14 10 EDITOR’S NOTE ON THE COVER: Tovrea Castle at Carraro Heights. PHOTO: GAGE SKIDMORE BUYING YOUR FIRST PIECE OF ARTWORK With a plethora of art studios and galleries in our area, buying artwork can be an intimidating experience. We offer tips to help you get started. 14 Spring 2020