Oakland Gardens, NY -- (SBWire) -- 07/13/2015 --Kevin Harris, FAIA, Architect pulls back the curtain and shares his secrets for creating timeless homes in The Forever Home, How to work with an architect to design the home of your dreams. In his first solo book project, Harris provides readers the foundation to confidently explore their wants, plan their dream home, and find the right professionals to make it a reality. The book details Harris' step-by-step process to design and build a house that fits so well it becomes a forever home.

The Forever Home will help readers determine when it makes sense to hire an architect; evaluate and assemble the design team and construction team; understand the residential construction process; use the Hierarchy of Design to make the most important decisions first; and recognize the pitfalls and avoid many common, but ill advised cost-saving measures.

"The Forever Home is a must have for anyone who is thinking about building a new home or renovating an existing one—it's filled with sage advice and critical information that only comes with years of experience," says James M. Crisp, AIA. Crisp is an Architect and co-author of On the Porch, Creating Your Place to Watch the World Go By.

Throughout the book, the process is brought to life through images captured by nationally renowned photographer, Chipper Hatter.

A launch, lecture and book signing will take place beginning at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at Louisiana's Old State Capitol, 100 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70801

The book is published by Advantage Media Group and can be ordered online through your local booksellers, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

For more information on The Forever Home, you may contact 225-924-7450 or visit http://www.designyourforeverhome.com

About Kevin Harris
Kevin Harris, FAIA, is a nationally-recognized expert and international speaker on single-family residential and renovation design. He has received more than a dozen design awards and has been published in over 50 books and publications including The New York Times, Smart Money, Southern Living, and Business Week. Kevin holds degrees from LSU's School of Architecture, and Harvard University's Graduate School of Design. He taught for 10 years at LSU before pursuing a full-time practice and currently serves on Harvard's GSD Alumni Council.

For more information about Kevin you can visit his firm's website at http://www.kevinharrisarchitect.com

Media / Interview Inquiries Liz Harris
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