Sleek Accessibility Defines A Modern Scottsdale Abode

Architect Darren Petrucci was tasked with renovating a 1970s residence in Scottsdale's Hilton Casitas neighborhood. Outside, the sculptural desert plantings by landscape architect Michele Shelor counter the home's angularity.

The dramatically scaled front door from Arcadia Window & Door features an etched-glass panel and a dark bronze anodized finish. But the design isn’t only for visual impact: As it pivots open, it offers wide access for homeowner Steve Pollock, who uses a wheelchair. A clerestory window allows light in without overheating the interiors.

Designer Juli Hodgson helped Steve select the furnishings and finishes, including Flexform's Groundpiece sectional and Jiff side tables, all purchased through Inform Interiors in Vancouver, that reside in the living room. Vrieling Architectural built the custom walnut media wall, and Petrucci opened the room to the garden by swapping a solid wall for glass.

As part of the update, Petrucci designed black basalt apertures that cut through the stucco walls; in this one, Eames LCW chairs gather around an Eero Saarinen table. Kitchen designer Robert Moric created the Bulthaup B3 kitchen that showcases walnut millwork with integrated appliances, including a Liebherr refrigerator and Gaggenau ovens. The painting, from Lisa Sette Gallery, is by New Zealand artist Fiona Pardington.

Hans Wegner's Shell Chair CH07 for Carl Hansen & Son is next to the living room sectional. Behind it are Wegner's CH33 chairs for the same brand around a live-edge dining table by Jeffrey Greene Design Studio; a chandelier by J. & L. Lobmeyr hangs above.

Just outside the living room, outdoor seating by Janus et Cie creates a conversation area lit by a grouping of Omer Arbel pendants for Bocci in Vancouver. A BDDW credenza is visible inside at left, below a painting by conceptual artist Mike Bidlo; a wine cellar is on the far right.

Appreciating their period detail and carved-wood elements, Steve and Petrucci decided to retain the original double front doors of the house. The doors were restored and then joined together to form a panel that slides across to close off the master suite.

Simple contemporary molded-wood furnishings and a continuation of the basalt floors from the main spaces distinguish the airy, minimally appointed master bedroom, where a curtain can be drawn for privacy.