Making the most of mud
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California architect Nader Khalili has devoted himself to the study of earth construction around the world, especially the age old forms of adobe structures. By firing and glazing adobe houses, he has developed a system to make these structures more sturdy and earthquake-proof.
Publication Name: House & Garden
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9528
Year: 1992
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Artful adobe
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Santa Fe, NM, art dealer Laura Carpenter's adobe house combines classical architectural elements with the rugged textures and earthy palette of the Southwest. Her gallery, housed in a Victorian adobe structure, serves as a perfect backdrop for avant-garde art.
Publication Name: House & Garden
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9528
Year: 1992
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Artful sweets
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Recipes for making innovative and artful pastries using pate a choux (cream puffs) are presented.
Publication Name: House & Garden
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9528
Year: 2006
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