Conceptual art of the main entrance of The Villages at Vigneto
By Tony Davis | Arizona Daily Star
Italy’s Tuscany region, which inspired an earlier version of a 28,000-home development plan proposed for Benson, is virtually MIA from the latest plan.
While the final master plan still says Old World architectural styles will be employed at the 12,167-acre Villages at Vigneto project, it’s looking much closer to home for most of its inspiration. It emphasizes how the development would blend with the surrounding hills and valleys.
The earlier plan promised “grandiose Tuscan style vernacular” architecture, plus “iconic towers that will act as beacons throughout the valley.” The final plan says, “As in good wine, Vigneto is inspired and influenced by its surroundings.”