The work and philosophies of dozens of the most prominent architects and builders from Texas are featured in this gorgeous collection. Showcasing vibrant photographs and insights about their finest residential creations, top architects and builders discuss their fascinating backgrounds, inspirations, and ideas. With profiles of numerous Lone Star state firms--from Dick Clark, Tyne Sparks, Luis Jauregui and Nickey Oates to Braswell Architecture, Lake Flato Architects, and the Shiftlet Group--this book is the ultimate resource for those looking to build a custom home in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and beyond.

Loaded with hundreds of photographs of high-end custom homes, these gorgeous books are a treat for lovers of residential architecture and a resource for people planning to build their own one-of-a-kind houses. Profiles of top architects and information on local builders and suppliers provide an overview of regional styles and preferences in each locality. Featuring the stunning designs of 42 architectural firms and a variety of award-winning architects--including Ray Kappe, Stephen Kanner, Marmol Radziner & Associates, Pugh & Scarpa Architects and more--this gorgeous collection highlights homes stretching from Santa Monica to Manhattan Beach, and Beverly Hills to Pasadena, and beyond to the hills of Hollywood. This volume also includes a foreword by legendary Los Angeles iconic photographer, Julius Shulman.

Loaded with hundreds of photographs of high-end custom homes, these gorgeous books are a treat for lovers of residential architecture and a resource for people planning to build their own one-of-a-kind houses. Profiles of top architects and information on local builders and suppliers provide an overview of regional styles and preferences in each city. Atlanta, Savannah, Sea Island, and St. Simons Island are featured in this collection of stunning custom homes in Georgia. Architects profiled include Bill Harrison, Norm Askins, and William T. Baker, and builders profiles include James Cotton of Builders II; Dean Johnson of Johnson, Williams and Harris; and Harry Beecham of Beecham Builders.

The American daughter of Egyptian Jewish immigrants journeys in search of belonging from Brazil to New Orleans and beyond—includes recipes and photos! Born to Egyptian Sephardic Jews who fled to the United States after the Arab-Israeli war of 1948, Joyce Zonana spent her childhood in Brooklyn. But her experience of Jewish culture was very different from that of the other children she knew, from the foods they ate to the language they spoke. As she struggled to find a sense of inclusion, never feeling completely American or completely Egyptian, a childhood trip to Brazil became the basis for a lifelong quest to find her place in the world. Meeting members of her extended family who had migrated to Brazil was one step in discovering the kind of life she might have lived in Egypt, and exploring the woman she was becoming. Through travels that ranged from Cairo to Oklahoma and finally New Orleans in the shadow of Katrina, and including an evocative exploration of the way food varies from culture to culture, this is a “frank, spirited memoir of identity from a Brooklyn-raised, Egyptian-born Jewish feminist.” (Kirkus Reviews) “Zonana makes every human encounter lively” —Booklist

Loaded with hundreds of photographs of high-end custom homes, these gorgeous books are a treat for lovers of residential architecture and a resource for people planning to build their own one-of-a-kind houses. Profiles of top architects and information on local builders and suppliers provide an overview of regional styles and preferences in each locality. Featuring contemporary and classic residences in Las Vegas, New Mexico, and Palm Springs, this breathtaking photographic tour displays project themes ranging from the Tuscany-inspired to the luscious oasis of the Mediterranean, proving that not only can life be found in the desert, but it also thrives amongst these ecologically conscious edifices.

This impressive showcase of the top interior designers in Michigan features Greater Detroit, Grand Rapids, and the upscale communities along the Great Lakes' shores.

Showcasing the work of some of the leading architects and home builders of Texas, a colorful volume presents an array of award-winning architectural and interior designs, captured in more than 250 spectacular full-color photographs.

The world's most innovative and influential architect-designed houses created since the early 20th century Throughout history, houses have presented architects the world over with infinite opportunities to experiment with new methods and materials for domestic living. Houses: Extraordinary Living celebrates the incredible diversity and beauty of the house as never before, from Modernist icons to feats of technological, material, and spatial innovation in the 21st century. Explore the creative imaginations of hundreds of internationally renowned architects past and present, as well as dozens of awe-inspiring houses by lesser-known and emerging talents.

Loaded with hundreds of photographs of high-end custom homes, these gorgeous books are a treat for lovers of residential architecture and a resource for people planning to build their own one-of-a-kind houses. Profiles of top architects and information on local builders and suppliers provide an overview of regional styles and preferences in each locality. Representing all facets of northeastern architecture and home design, highly regarded architects present their captivating ocean-side residences of Nantucket, rustic woodland homes in upstate New York, and Boston's aesthetic modern dwellings. Talented local architects Patrick Ahearn and Kevin Schopfer explain their "hybrid" approach, while Jim Kellerher of Axiom Architects shares his philosophies on the significance of conservatively sized spaces and the effects of hurricane rebuilds.

For fifteen years, Realtor Leslie Remy has been buying, marketing, and selling real estate in North Texas and beyond. Whether her clients are seeking investment properties or dream homes, Leslie has guided their steps toward bright real estate futures'and she's learned a lot along the way.In Happy House Hunting, Leslie hopes to demystify the real estate transaction by offering a wealth of practical wisdom for both sellers and buyers. From staging tricks to marketing tips, the creative ideas she offers can set your property above the rest and help you make the most of your investment. Leslie also offers genuine advice for how buyers can choose the right agent, make the right offer, and win big in a competitive market. Whether you are brand-new to the real estate game or you are a seasoned player, Leslie's advice can provide the edge you need in negotiating the perfect real estate deal. If you have questions about buying and selling, Happy House Hunting is sure to offer the answers. Armed with Leslie's knowledge, you are one step closer to the property of your dreams.