At Tides on 71st in Phoenix, AZ, your home is more than just a place to rest. It’s where you recharge, reflect, and build your daily rhythm. With spacious layouts, sleek finishes, and abundant natural light, your apartment is the perfect canvas for creating a space that truly feels like yours.

Choosing your aesthetic is more than picking colors—it’s about creating harmony between your surroundings and your lifestyle. Using feng shui principles, you can align your home’s energy to support peace, focus, and creativity. Pair that with locally sourced staple pieces, and you’ll build a space that feels personal, grounded, and lasting.

Here’s a look at different aesthetics to inspire your design at Tides on 71st—and how you can shop local to bring them to life.

Desert Modern

Phoenix’s landscape naturally inspires this aesthetic. Think warm neutrals, terracotta tones, raw wood, and clean lines. Keep the space airy with minimal furniture and plenty of plants. In feng shui, grounding with earthy elements creates stability and supports well-being.

Anchor your space with a substantial piece like a handcrafted wooden dining table or a neutral-toned sectional. Shopping local ensures you bring the textures and warmth of the desert into your home with authenticity.

Contemporary Minimalist

If simplicity clears your mind, this style is for you. Use a restrained color palette, sleek furniture, and minimal accessories. Feng shui suggests that open spaces allow energy to move freely, helping to reduce mental clutter and promote clarity.

Choose staple items that feel both beautiful and functional. A simple platform bed or a clean-lined bookshelf made by a local artisan gives your space elegance without overwhelming it.

Bold Southwest Eclectic

Love color and storytelling? This look layers textiles, bold art, and rich tones like ochre, turquoise, and deep red. Mix vintage finds with artisan-made decor. Feng shui encourages using groupings and balance to ensure that even lively spaces have a sense of flow.

Start with a standout item like a handwoven rug or a custom piece of art. Shopping local helps you find pieces that feel vibrant and rooted in place, making your home truly one-of-a-kind.

Organic Earthy Calm

A soothing style for those who crave serenity at home. Use soft greens, sandy tones, and textures like linen and stone. Feng shui emphasizes wood and earth elements in this aesthetic to foster grounding energy and emotional stability.

Find a few core pieces like a natural fiber rug or a hand-thrown ceramic planter. By sourcing them locally, you’ll create a space that feels connected to nature—and to the creative spirit of Phoenix.

Build a Space That Feels Right

At Tides on 71st, you already have the light, space, and setting to create your dream home. Whether you’re drawn to desert modern or eclectic charm, choosing the right aesthetic helps you live with intention. Let feng shui guide your layout. Choose staple pieces that support your everyday life. And always shop local when you can to add authenticity and heart to your space.

Schedule your tour today and start shaping a home that feels effortlessly you.