Phoenix Speakeasies With a Modern Twist
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Phoenix Speakeasies With a Modern Twist

Writer Fadi Sitto Photography Courtesy of Melinda’s Alley, Honor Amongst Thieves and Mystery Room [dropcap]P[/dropcap]hoenix knows how to honor its colorful past, and its speakeasy bars are no exception. Today, Phoenix’s modern version of the speakeasy thrives in popularity by staying true to historical roots. From 1920 to 1933, though booze was illegal and outlawed…

Preserving Phoenix’s Modern Past
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Preserving Phoenix’s Modern Past

Writer Shannon Severson Portrait by Loralei Lazurek [dropcap]I[/dropcap]n the grand scheme of the most populous U.S. cities, Phoenix is a relative youngster. Yet time and circumstances converged to make it a prime location for mid-century modern architectural design. Modern Phoenix, founded and operated by Alison and Matthew King, is both a comprehensive compendium of the…