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Architecture, Art, Planning and Historic Preservation services, featuring HandCrafted Design. The Midcentury Architecture of Greater Phoenix’ East Valley.

VINSONSTUDIO is committed to devoting personal attention to clients and their projects, small or large. Believing that the direct connection of pen, hand and mind results in designs more intricately attuned to the needs of and influences on clients and their projects, VINSONSTUDIO develops all design concepts through hand sketches, diagrams and renderings, toward the creation of distinctive places which enhance everyday life. Mark C Vinson FAIA/AICP/NCARB
Mark is a Registered Architect and Certified Planner, holding bachelor’s and master’s degrees in architecture from Arizona State University. He is a Fellow in the American Institute of Architects and a recipient of the Arizona Architects' Medal, Governor’s Honor Award for Heritage Preservation, Arizona Preservation Foundation President's Award and Alumni Service Award from the College of Architecture and Environmental Design at ASU. In addition to his private-practice experience, Mark was the City of Tempe’s founding Historic Preservation Officer and served as Tempe’s City Architect and a principal planner for many years. He has also been a Faculty Associate at ASU’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. Mark co-authored the award-winning Arizona Highways book, Landmark Buildings: Arizona’s Architectural Heritage and has now published And TiKo-Tu? He is a native of Arizona’s Clifton-Morenci mining district and has presented to local, state and national organizations on Arizona history and architecture.

11/03/2026

Happy to be a contributor to this issue. My earliest awareness of architecture can be traced back to Henry Trost's Hotel Morenci in my hometown, so it was a pleasure to research and write this article.

10/08/2026

According to the Tempe History Society, I'm not just a legend in my own mind anymore!

Tempe History Society is pleased to present its annual Legends Celebration, an event that honors the people—both past and present—who shaped Tempe into the vibrant city we love today. Enjoy live music, local bites, and beverages. This event is generously sponsored by Vinson Studios. Tickets are ...

10/05/2026

Happy World Architecture Day!

09/25/2026

https://chandler.bibliocommons.com/events/6a7119793f18b57d52330d78

In 1929, Frank Lloyd Wright constructed one of his most experimental projects in Chandler, Arizona—a canvas-roofed camp he named “Ocatilla”. Though it only survived one winter before burning down, the project sparked Wright’s interest in the unique challenges of desert living. Jennifer Gray ...

08/21/2026

https://savingplaces.org/stories/myths-about-preservation-architects?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=weekly&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0g6mu6us&fbclid=IwY2xjawT1pQhwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5CmXt_MdzvCYqB76lYAvoJDYhMiKbkzwXqcCV4OFydGgHbwTpo-0kJr8mk5w_aem_Gh6BjpDASP8k8S8ELLudYQ

A piece that answers the age-old question 'Why do we need a preservation architect on this project?'

07/13/2026

Today VinsonStudio PLLC celebrates its first decade of providing architectural and historic preservation services. This could not have happened without caring clients and qualified collaborators. Heartfelt thanks to all - looking forward to the next 10, Lord willing! Check-out our updated website at www.vinsonstudio.net.

07/07/2026

Saddened to learn of the passing of Vernon Swaback FAIA/FAICP. He was one of the last living apprentices of Frank Lloyd Wright and had a long, successful career of his own. I was fortunate many years ago to take a seminar class from him on Nature Patterns, the process Frank Lloyd Wright used to develop many of his glass and textile designs. Years later, Mr. Swaback was kind enough to give all of us attending a planning seminar copies of his latest book. Among his many notable works are the the clubhouse at Troon North and the visitor center at Kartchner Caverns (featured in the forthcoming book, : "From Stone to Steel: The Architecture of Arizzona's State Parks" by Mark Vinson with Christine Weiss; images courtesy of Swaback Partners LLC).

07/04/2026

Happy 250th Independence Day! Greenlee County Courthouse, 1911, Clifton AZ; E.C. Heck, Architect.

06/28/2026

Blessed to have had a part in the process and a voice in the discussion.

06/08/2026

Happy Frank Lloyd Wright Birthday ( #159)!

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13910 E. Hawknest Road
Scottsdale, AZ
85262

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+14807203566

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http://www.vinsonstudio.net/

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