Oral history interview with Mark Fine conducted by Claytee D. White and Stefani Evans on September 28, 2016 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Fine discusses his upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio and initial interest in real estate. He recalls moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1997, his role in the development of Green Valley and Summerlin communities, and his idea that the link between volume of home sales and economics would increase the pace of development. He describes methods of building a sense of quality of life into his planned communities, building libraries, and the importance of accessibility. Lastly, Fine discusses his next projects, and reflects on the growth of Green Valley and Summerlin.
Archival Collection
The Personal Papers and Professional Development Series dates from 1948 to 1973 and contains materials of Elmo C. Bruner, including some personal correspondence and information about a land claim held by Bruner near Red Rock Canyon in Southern Nevada. It also contains reference materials related to architecture and real estate appraisal practices. Other items document Bruner’s involvement with the Nevada State Board of Architects.
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This set includes: floor plans.
This set includes drawings for L.A. Land Real Estate Development (client).
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Episode of Probe featuring Mark Fine discussing the development of the Green Valley area of Henderson, Nevada.
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