October 2002

Articles

Driving the Economy

The auto dealers of the Coachella Valley work hard to keep our hard-earned dollars in the desert. By Roxanne Jones. Photography by Ethan Kaminsky.

In with the New

Three new architectural projects — the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, the Palm Desert Amphitheater and the dual-purpose Performing Arts building — challenge the desert’s mid-century sensibilities. By Janice Kleinschmidt.

Lessons in Teamwork

A new university campus symbolizes unprecedented cooperation between public and private institutions. By Keith Bush. Photography by Ethan Kaminsky.

Alaska and Back for Less than $21’
Hang on: The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is about to turn 40!

Waiting for the Rating
The desert’s new CBS affiliate turns up the competition for TV viewers.

SPECIAL SECTIONS:
AtHome
Five designers share their fresh ideas for the new season. Three Bighorn homes win Golden Nugget Awards. Plus: Infinity pools and our comprehensive annual design guide.

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