Divine Dwellings (108)Fritz Haeg's Los
Angeles property is topped with a breathing room thats a geometric
wonder. Owning a "home with the dome" appears to be the destiny for
Haeg, who made up his mind to become an architect at the tender age
of eight. Check out the unique features of the house that Haeg found
just as much as it found him.
Then it's on to Lynne Storm's spacious getaway that grows and
changes with the seasons. The devoted gardener based in Austin
created a backyard that's a testament to her green thumb. Join us
for a tour of this outdoor breathing room whose ceiling is the broad
Texas sky.
Dome Home Facts:
- When he was young, Fritz Haeg loved to draw houses. He
believes he was destined to be an architect.
- Inexpensive yet functional furniture is paired with more
substantial pieces to complete Haeg's vision.
Resources:
Dome Living : A Creative Guide For Planning Your
Monolithic Dream Home
by David B. South, Freda Grones
Natural Spaces Domes
http://www.naturalspacesdomes.com/
Learn about the history of the dome with David Macaulay
Building Big - Domes
Outdoor Room Facts:
- Friends helped Storm design most of what is in her outdoor
living area. It makes the space even more special.
- Pergola is a Latin word meaning arbor or bower. It often
includes columns or other supports that encourages vines to
climb.
Resources:
Month-by-month Gardening In Texas
by
Dale Groom, Dan Gill
Native Texas Gardens : Maximum Beauty, Minimum
Upkeep
by Sally Wasowski, Andy Wasowski
Neil Sperry's Complete Guide to Texas
Gardening
by Neil Sperry
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