In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, hosts Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with acclaimed architect Erik Peterson, AIA, founder of PHX Architecture. From his roots in Chicago to designing iconic spaces in Arizona and Beverly Hills, Erik shares stories from working at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin Architects, revamping the Arizona Biltmore, and shaping modern clubhouses and resorts.

Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, real estate professional, or someone who loves a great origin story — this episode offers an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at how architecture becomes personal, timeless, and truly living.

📍 Chapter Timestamps (estimated timings):

00:00 – Introduction to Modern Home Masterminds

00:52 – Meet Erik Peterson of PHX Architecture

01:57 – Falling in love with architecture in 5th grade

03:05 – High school design and drafting roots

04:23 – Rome changed everything: study abroad and beyond

05:06 – Working in London with Terry Farrell Architects

06:13 – Moving to Arizona and getting into ASU

06:58 – Getting hired at Taliesin Architects

07:36 – What it was like working in Wright’s studio

08:45 – Wright’s unrealized project: Monona Terrace

10:24 – Transitioning from Taliesin to golf course design

11:55 – Designing Apache Clubhouse and more

13:36 – Launching his firm and challenges to Arizona’s reputation

14:43 – Breaking into LA and the creative energy there

16:11 – Weekly LA commutes and balancing both markets

17:11 – The real story behind the Arizona Biltmore and Frank Lloyd Wright

21:15 – Finally landing the Biltmore renovation

22:07 – COVID, expanded budgets, and iconic redesigns

23:13 – Creating the Spire Bar: inspired by Wright, designed for today

24:35 – Designing homes with light, scale, and story

25:14 – What makes architecture “living”?

26:24 – Collaborating with Modernist and redefining bespoke

27:56 – 🔥 Rapid Fire Questions 🔥

29:04 – Why hospitality design is his current favorite

29:42 – Phoenix vs. LA — and the opportunity after the fires

30:08 – Best advice: Listen.

30:51 – Where to find Erik online

31:16 – Closing thoughts from Bespoke Brokers

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Website: https://phxarch.com

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