David Masello

From the moment a project is launched, the team at Ferguson & Shamamian work in close collaboration with the world s leading decorators, landscape designers, and artisans to create contemporary houses anchored in tradition and regional character. Distinguished by their dedication to craftsmanship and creativity, the firm s residences balance artistic integrity, historic precedent, and the latest innovations in design, but always with a sense of comfort and innate elegance that endures for generations. The captivating stories behind these singular homes are revealed through gorgeous photography and texts narrating the genesis and evolution of each property. Working closely with their clients and teams of exceptional designers and craftspeople, Ferguson & Shamamian created these distinctive, one-of-a-kind homes that embody the personalities of their owners yet are timeless in their design. An extensive section of drawings and plans enriches the narrative and offers a glimpse inside the firm s creative process.

Its architecture, culture, and general buzz combine to make New York the greatest city in the world. But New York is also a collection of unique neighborhoods, people, and stories, and Edward McCann has assembled a collection of illuminating tales from each of the city's five boroughs. These stories were originally performed live for a full house at The Cell Theater in New York City. Read650 shows on wide-ranging topics are produced at venues around the country, and you can learn about submission deadlines and upcoming events on our website or Facebook page. Help spread the word about the spoken word.

Fathers leave indelible marks on their children, and the things they say and do (or don't do) can last a lifetime. 650 founder and editor Edward McCann assembled this group of stories-and the writers who wrote them-for 650's first ever live event. The pieces in this volume were performed for a full house on Father's Day weekend at The Cell Theater in New York City.