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January 2003


Articles

Architect's Work More Art Than Homes

Marcel Sedletzky: Architect and Teacher, a new book from Wild Coast Press, examines the homes of a man who designed very distinct.

Artist-Designed Doors Merge Form, Function

Artisans Doors of Montana's Resident Artist Program recruits Northwest artists from various disciplines to help create one-of-a-kind doors.

Dream House

This spec-built hacienda gave pause to many who toured it in September during the HBA of Greater Austin 2002 Parade of Homes in historic Georgetown, Texas.

Eye Contact

Custom-designed and -built as a second home for a retired professional couple, this $2.4 million South Florida villa gets its authentic Italian accent from a blend of beautiful finishes, hand-painted details and outdoor garden rooms.

Gaggenau's ED 220

Gaggenau's ED 220 combination steam and convection oven is a gastronomic dream.

Guide Shows Customers the Custom Way

Willis Spivey, owner and president of Spivey Construction in Denver, N.C., likens a typical client's knowledge of custom home building to navigating New York City's subway system for the first time.

Luxury Goes Into the Closet

Far from an ordinary walk-in closet, studiobecker's Ultimate Wardrobe System features a staggered hanging carousel that rotates for easy access and a swing rod that eliminates any strain from reaching up for hangers.

Research Frontiers Inc. SPD

SPD (suspended particle device) technology, developed by Research Frontiers Inc., lets users control the degree of tint on their windows and regulate sunlight stream into the home.

Revving Up for a New Year

The start of a new year is the perfect time for all company owners, including luxury home builders, to make adjustments to be implemented in the year to come.

Sitting Pretty

Regal yet welcoming, this jewel of a home was designed as the primary residence for a 'captain of industry,' says custom builder Jordan Saper, who calls the $14 million home in Greenwich, Conn., his own - for now.

Subdued Splendor

When it comes to constructing high-end homes for his luxury residential market, custom builder Richard Mladick says he takes his job to the 'extreme' in terms of his commitment to cutting-edge design, new materials and superior energy efficiency.

ThermaSol Modular Sauna

ThermaSol's modular sauna allows the spa experience to be part of the home experience.

Vacation, Second Homes Still in Demand

The Fall 2002 Survey of Affluent Americans, conducted by the American Affluence Research Center, shows that even while most wealthy households are increasingly negative about economic conditions overall, many still have plans for new housing.
 

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