We had the good fortune of connecting with Morgan Brandemuehl & Taylor Silverstein and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
Canyon & Coast was established in 2019 at a local wine bar by friends and interior designers, Taylor Silverstein (Taystefully Made) and Morgan Brandemuehl (Brandy Haus Interiors).

Inspired by our Arizona roots and the love we have forged for the Carolinas, our boutique home décor brand resonates with elements of the desert and the sea. What sets us apart from other home decor brands is many of our products are unlike items you can find at big box retailers. We strive to create collections that feel authentic and unique, just like our clients homes and personalities. Every product we hand select is either inspired by the color or materials of the desert or the sea. We also buy in small quantities making the items feel more special – you won’t find these items in all of your neighbors homes.

Our biggest challenge thus far was taking the leap (and letting life get in the way). Our best advice for new businesses is to just get started. Don’t let anything hold you back. We started the company with a couple hundred dollars and created a small collection of two candles. We took the revenue from the first collection and built the next collection and so on. It doesn’t have to be complicated!

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Food favorites: La Grand Orange, Local Bistro, Postinos, Isabella’s, Teepees, Monarch Cafe

For a spa and pool day: Montelucia, Royal Palms, Four Seasons

To do: hike Piestewa Peak, First Friday Art Walk in downtown Phoenix, Ranch Mañana for golf, Desert Botanical Gardens (especially for Las Noches de las Luminarias at Christmas time)

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Our families have been our biggest cheerleaders and support systems. We couldn’t have brought Canyon & Coast to fruition without their encouragement (and also some not so subtle nudges from our husbands).

Website: www.canyonandcoastco.com

Instagram: @canyonandcoastco

Image Credits
Heather Ison Photography

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