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
📸 Instagram: @phxarch
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