Authentic Modern Architecture
Our clients wish to experience the place they live in a connected, emotional way that traditional design styles simply cannot accommodate. We design homes that harmonize with nature, celebrate their context, and reflect the unique values of our clients. With every opportunity, we strive to develop homes that transcend architectural style and become timeless architecture, an authentic reflection of their place and time.
On The Boards
A Focus on Excellence
We strive to not only design extraordinary architecture that enhances our clients’ lives, but also to consider the detailing and documentation of that architecture so it is achievable to build. We take a best-practices approach to designing and detailing our homes, bringing in experts and craftsmen during the design process whenever possible – no shortcuts taken. While this process may take more time and requires more thorough documentation, our clients understand the value, reaping the benefits of this approach during the bid and build phase and throughout the life of their home.
Our Studio Space
Kendle Design Collaborative is proud to office at the Cattletrack Arts Compound in Scottsdale, Arizona. Far from the typical office environment, the Cattletrack Arts Compound is an artist’s sanctuary hidden among the trees in Scottsdale. It is a true Arizona gem, immersed in art, craft, history and innovation. We office in a 1941 adobe ranch home, designed and built by George Ellis – who notably built for Frank Lloyd Wright and taught him about desert masonry construction which is prevalent in his Arizona designs, most famously Taliesin West.
The moment we met Brent Kendle of Kendle Design Collaborative, we knew we had found the architect that could achieve and exceed our design and build expectations. Brent’s passion and commitment to our project coupled with his vast knowledge, experience and creative talents, make him an outstanding architect. Brent has listened to our every need, working as a team as the Collaborative name holds true; he has helped us build the ultimate contemporary custom home.
Home Owner
Bird’s Nest Residence
I have worked with several architects over the years. Sometimes it seems like architects are more interested in making a “statement” than in listening to the clients. Brent Kendle is a true professional who obviously loves what he does and is very creative in maximizing design opportunities always with an eye on costs, which is very comforting to a cost-conscious client like me. I would recommend Brent to anyone.
Home Owner
Rammed Earth Modern Residence
We have admired Brent’s design of contemporary homes over the years and knew he would be our first call when we decided to build another home. In addition to tremendous talent, Brent is a good listener and quickly responded to our questions. Brent created our beautiful new home with a floor plan that will fit the changes life presents thru the years. The details of his work have been admired by many.
Home Owner
Echo Canyon Residence
Desert Wing
Nestled in the Sonoran Desert, this uniquely designed residence breaks away from European influences, prioritizing programmatic needs and climatic influences. Strategic glass placement blurs indoor-outdoor boundaries, offering intimate engagement with the natural surroundings. Artfully contoured roof forms capture and redistribute rainwater, sustaining local vegetation. Material choices, like copper from the Arizona desert and rammed Earth walls, emphasize a commitment to indigenous qualities. This home seamlessly harmonizes with its environment, expressing a distinctive sense of place in the world, welcoming all who enter.
Desert Wash
The Desert Wash Residence seamlessly integrates into the desert landscape with bridges and hovering roof forms, erasing boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Inspired by the meandering wash, the layout maintains a constant connection to the landscape through geometric edges, thick rammed-earth walls, and deep overhangs. The interior blends nature and art, with materials flowing seamlessly between built and natural environments. Strategically placed openings provide dynamic views of the desert-wash below. Designed with occupants, especially children, in mind, the residence becomes a playground for exploration, fostering a profound connection with the surroundings.
Cholla Vista Residence
Cholla Vista seamlessly blends modern architecture with nature against Camelback Mountain. The residence, characterized by angled roofs framing city and mountain views, blurs indoor and outdoor living, fostering a deep connection with nature. Sliding glass openings transform the home into an extension of the natural world. The upper floor features a sunlit art studio with views of Camelback Mountain peaks and a garden below. The terrace serves as a private haven for residents to appreciate nature’s artistry. Cholla Vista exemplifies a harmonious integration of architecture and nature.
Bridge View
In Paradise Valley, Arizona, the Bridge View residence transformed what others saw as challenges, into advantages, including a large desert wash that became a natural view corridor, corner lot setbacks where no corner exists, and restrictive Hillside Zoning, that upon closer review allowed more favorable massing to achieve the owners’ goals. The two-level design optimizes mountain and city views by placing the main living spaces on the second level, which ingeniously bridges over and shades the primary outdoor living area. The lower level provides separation for children’s and guest suites as well as the main entertainment area, allowing multiple activities, both children and adult, to coexist at the same time. The entry sequence seamlessly connects formal and informal living spaces, and the kitchen’s sculptural millwork adds drama to the cool gray palette. The result is a residence that elegantly navigates site challenges, blending architectural form with Paradise Valley’s natural beauty.