If you've ever dreamed of getting away from it all with a view of Houston's verdant treetops, meandering bayous, and dramatic skyline, you're not alone. More and more Houstonians are "moving on up" as they discover the joy and convenience of high-rise living and the "forever views" that these vertical neighborhoods have to offer.

Texans, who always felt they neeed to keep their feet on the ground, are not opting for the complete lifestyle afforded by a high-rise. Most of the Houston buildings offer a wealth of pampering amenities that include pools, tennis courts, exercise facilities, and valet parking. Maintenance fees usually encompass a total utility and amenity package that includes water, sewer, partial electric, insurance, and recreational facilities.

Houstonians are fortunate in the number and variety of high-rises from which to choose. Whether it's a copule of "empty-nesters" who are moving from a large home and want the freedom to travel, or a young professional who prefers the tennis court to the lawn mower, or even young families just starting out, Houston has the high-rise to fit.

Each building has its own ambience, often reflecting its neighborhood. The Huntingdon, represented exclusively by Martha Turner Properties, is set in the heart of River Oaks, while The Memorial and The Tealstone are farther west in Memorial. Bayou Bend Towers and The Houstonian both offer park-like settings, yet are convenient to downtown Houston. In the Galleria/Uptown area, there are a wide range of high-rise styles and prices including the two-building Four Leaf Towers, The St. James, The

Travel inside the Loop are even more choices including Inwood Manor, The Willowick, The River Oaks, Lamar Towers, and Greenway I and II. The Spires, Park Lane, and the Warwick offer a variety of exciting options in the Medical Center/Museum District.

No longer an alternative lifestyle, high-rises are more and more the residence of choice for native Houstonians and newcomers alike.