A new book documents the creative essence of the High Desert and the folks who choose to live there. This exclusive excerpt previews a few of the artists featured in its pages.

Oftentimes, when moving into a new home, you import your own design touches or shop for ones ... A layered metallic coffee table is centered in the living room, while one of the dining tables ...

The desert mansion and its three ... The home’s luxury design continues indoors. One of the home's seven bedrooms. The living room features a titanium-clad fireplace, wood ceilings, custom ...

The marble fireplace in the living room. (Photo by Will Myers) Floor-to-ceiling glass walls frame desert views from the living room. (Photo by Will Myers) The gym. (Photo by Will Myers) The ...