TVOA now in Colorado, Denver

TVOA has a new partner Brokerage in Denver, Colorado. This will further increase TVOA's market share in the Architectural Real Estate sales market in the United States.

Joining Forces TVOA and DeasyPenner

TVOA (TheValueOfArchitecture) and DeasyPenner, one of the most prestigious Architectural Marketing Firms in Southern California have joined forces.

Back on the Market / Sebastian Mariscal

Two of the six dwellings designed by Sebastian Mariscal are back on the Market. One is 2650 sq/ft in size and is currently marketed at $2,250,000. The other unit is 3307sq/ft in size and is being offered at $2,750,000. There is private underground garage parking and elevators into each of the units.

Sold for $2,250,000 and $2,681,250

UCLA SEMINAR hosted by: The Value Of Architecture: Myths and Realities of Prefab

Please join us for our next UCLA Extension seminar and home tour - The Value Of Architecture: Myths and Realities of Prefab Saturday, October 13, 2007, 9am – 5pm UCLA Extension - Westwood Center 1010 Westwood Boulevard , Classroom 320

In its fifth consecutive year, this day-long program will focus on the myths and realities of prefab – specifically, the use of factory-based prefabrication methods applied to the design and construction of modernist homes. In the morning, a panel of industry insiders will share their experience designing and building architectural homes using factory-built, mobile, modular, panelized, pre-engineered or other components. In the afternoon, the class will tour a number of their completed projects and participants will have the opportunity to experience prefab firsthand. Does prefab succeed in delivering affordable modernism to the masses? Or is prefab merely a cultural construct, a catch-phrase popularized in the collective consciousness by the modern media? Does prefab really exist?

This seminar is hosted by Brian Linder, AIA, of tvoa.net and Keller Williams Realty, Beverly Hills , where he helps clients build net worth through buying and selling architecturally significant properties. Brian holds a BS in Industrial Management from Carnegie Mellon University and a Master of Architecture from UCLA. He is a licensed architect, general contractor and real estate broker, and his business background includes work as a management consultant for Big Four accounting and Fortune 50 companies. Brian is a frequent guest speaker at the American Institute of Architects, Society of Architectural Historians, Appraisal Institute and other forums for architectural discourse.

The panel discussion will be moderated by Michael Sylvester, publisher and editor of fabprefab.com. Michael works as a business consultant and holds an Architectural Science, B.Sc.(Arch.) degree from the University of Sydney ( Australia ) and an MBA from the University of Chicago . Michael speaks regularly on the business of residential prefab at professional and industry events as well as to Architecture students at various schools. Michael also provides media commentary on the modernist prefab market.

The program features a half-day classroom discussion followed by a guided tour of distinctive prefab homes that illustrate The Value Of Architecture. Architects earn AIA Continuing Education Learning Units. Includes lunch and bus transportation.

Fleetwood Joiner just listed in RSF, CA

This Fleetwood Joiner designed dwelling was just listed in Rancho Santa Fe. The property has 5 Bedrooms, 5 Bath and is situated on about 2 acres of land. The Building is about 8200 sq/ft in size, was built in 2000 and the Garage holds up to 8 cars. This offering is currently available for $7,995,000.

TVOA at the DWELL on DESIGN show in San Francisco 9.14-9.16.07

TheValueOfArchitecture recently had a chance to exibit at the Dwell on Design Show in San Francisco 9.14-9.16. The show was a major success with many Architects, Designers and Builders visiting our booth and inquiring about our services as Architectural Real Estate Brokers.

Mark in your Calendar

CA Boom is on the fast track to becoming the West coast ICFF combined with the style of Milan's off-site events. A true design destination unlike no other. CA Boom continues 30% attendance growth - 2 years running

http://www.caboomshow.com

Susan Street Art Gallery - SHELDON GREENBERG Dangerously Close

The Susan Street Fine Art Gallery is proud to present Sheldon Greenberg in his fifth solo show, Dangerously Close. This dynamic exhibition of new paintings will feature many of the signature images for which Greenberg is known. Dangerously Close runs Tuesday, September 6, through Sunday, October 14, 2007. A reception for the artist will take place on Thursday, September 20, from 6-9 p.m., in conjunction with Cedros Gallery Night.

For more information please visit:

http://www.susanstreetfineart.com

Green/Sustainable Building - West Coast Green in San Francisco September 20-22,2007

While new green events emerge every year, West Coast Green represents the largest milestone yet in the residential green building movement. Never before has a conference and expo provided access to such comprehensive state-of-the-art resources, impactful presentations, and rewarding opportunities for business development in the residential green building field. You’ll find over 250 exhibitors showcasing the latest in resource-efficiency among a stunning array of green and healthy building products. Over 100 experts and visionary leaders will be presenting their latest developments, insights, and inspiration at the expanding frontiers of the field. And over 13,000 attendees including the entire chain of professionals and decision-makers rarely reached by other conferences are expected.

For more info visit:

http://www.westcoastgreen.com/

LOHA - lorcan o'herlihy AIA

A new designed dwelling by Lorcan O'Herlihy AIA is available in North County San Diego. This 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath home is currently marketed at $3,795,000.

Sold for $ 3,200,000

Sold - Bruce Peeling in Del Mar

This Bruce Peeling designed Modern in Del Mar recently sold for $ 1,740,000. The residence has 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bath, appx. 2600 sq/ft.

Sold $1,740,000

John Lautner in San Diego

John Lautner Original for Sale in San Diego.

Spacious and soaring lines of Glass, board-pressed concrete walls and fire place, roof top deck with fabulous views. Vertical Grain Douglas Fir is used extensively on the stairway and cabinets. This offering is very unique and should not be missed.

• Est. Sq/ft is 3,675
• Lot is 5,853
• 3 Bedrooms plus one den
• 2.5 Bathrooms
• Built in 1993

"If you want a more interesting life, you couldn't do anything better than live within fine architecture"

-John Lautner, F.A.I.A., 1971

Offered at $4,100,000.

Sold - Mid Century Modern William Kesling

This William Kesling designed property recently sold in La Jolla for $1,330,000. The property was built in 1947 and has been recently remodeled.

Sold - Lew Dominy Design in La Jolla

This Lew Dominy designed dwelling in La Jolla recently sold for $3,300,000. Built in 2001 it has and estimated sqare footage of 3900 sq/ft.

Sold - Ken Ronchetti Design in Del Mar

This Ken Ronchetti designed Ocean Front Estate recently sold for $48,150,000 in Del Mar, Ca.

Wallace Cunninghams latest masterpiece in La Jolla

Sold - The Yen Residence by Kendrick Bangs Kellogg

The Yen Residence by celebrated Organic Architect Kendrick Bangs Kellogg.

Expansive walls of glass frame panoramic ocean & sunset views to the West and bucolic vistas of historic Pottery Canyon below. The flawless integration of interior and exterior space continues with a central atrium and clerestory windows that flood the house with natural light. The flexible floorplan incorporates three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a family room, library, office, home gym and three view decks. The level of craftsmanship must be seen to be believed, with undulating laminated wood roof beams, sculptural poured formed concrete and hypnotic geometric tile. Profiled on the HGTV architecture show Extreme Homes this is an exceedingly rare opportunity not to be missed! Sold for $2650000

Some of the properties shown in this blog may have been listed, represented and sold by another property specialist.

Welcome to TheValueofArchitecture

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We are Real Estate Brokers who have built our real estate practice around the notion that architectural design adds significant value to real property, in terms of intangible lifestyle benefits, the premium paid for architectural properties, and the fact that architectural homes tend to be less sensitive to market fluctuations. The Value Of Architecture team operates in several cities throughout the country. What we do-We are Realtors. We help our clients buy and sell real estate. Our specialty is architectural properties, which includes everything from early California adobe through the well-crafted designs of the 1920's and 30's, "mid-century Modern" to homes designed and built recently by Architects with a capital "A," the so-called New Blood designers of the current era.

While our backgrounds lend themselves to our specialty, we're a full-service firm committed to helping buyers and sellers find value at every level of spending. Our fundamental goal is to raise awareness of the value of good design, and to assist our clients in maximizing the benefit to be derived from a design-oriented lifestyle. On our website we feature properties our clients have currently listed for sale, along with unique properties listed by other Realtors. When we represent a distinctive property, we typically commission an architectural photographer to capture the work on film, and frequently utilize archival images by the masterful practitioners of the time, in addition to bringing our own expertise to bear in describing the essence of the spatial experience with the written word. We also use the site as a "blog," a web-based journal where we record our observations of the real estate market, and capture other agent's listings that have caught our eye for their design merit. We also make our site available to brokers outside the local area, bringing exceptional properties to the attention of a wider design-oriented audience at no additional cost to their clients. Gallery The Gallery is devoted to the non-commercial aspect of what we do: promoting architects' work as art. In most cases, the work featured here is not for sale, but is representative of architects and designers we admire. Design professionals find this venue advantageous, as do our real estate clients. For designers, it's basically free advertising, and the opportunity to have their work viewed by literally thousands of visitors to our site. For us, the forum is a vehicle for helping our real estate clients select architects and designers for new projects. Frequently in the course of helping our clients buy and sell homes, we have occasion to recommend architects, contractors and subcontractors for projects ranging in size from the smallest remodel to substantial new construction. Pointing these clients to the Gallery gives us a place to start, and of course we also link directly to the designer's websites. Affiliates Together with our affiliates in San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and elsewhere, we're working to build an international network of like-minded Realtors who understand The Value Of Architecture, and who are committed advocates of good design in the built environment. E-mail Newsletter Periodically, we send e-mail announcements regarding architecturally interesting open houses or notifications about design-related events in the community. We promise not to spam you with useless garbage. Our goal is to add Value by providing you with free architecture tours, and keeping you abreast of the latest trends in residential design. Click here if you'd like to be added to the list - or click on the ADD Me icon on the Main Page. Thanks With that, we'd like to thank you for taking the time to read this missive, and welcome you to our website. We will appreciate any comments, criticisms and suggestions you may have, and look forward to your involvement in our ongoing evolution. Thanks!

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