Divine Dwellings (108)Fritz Haeg's Los Angeles property is topped with a breathing room that’s 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
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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