Michael G. Imber Ranches, Villas and Houses
"The book reveals architectural traditions of the desert southwest and Mexico. Imber begins each of his designs by considering the land through watercolors and then develops his ideas in relation to climate and local historical references. The result is an array of ranches and houses that evokes the rural building traditions of the west, unafraid of the delights of classical ornamentation, and wholly modern accents in its execution....all presented in large-format photographs and accompanied by Imber's watercolor studies."~Editoratlarge.com"Michael G., Imber: Ranches, Villas, and Housesoffers readers highlights from the architect’s award-winning residential designs. The book also digs into Imber’s process of creating these classical buildings. He begins every custom house commission with a watercolor study of the landscape where the building will sit. He uses the paintings to explore the colors, light, and textures of the site. These romantic watercolors are featured in the first section of the book and also scattered throughout the pages in conjunction with corresponding projects."~Residential Architect