Ben Avon family turns home over to film crew; Proves to be insane yet exhilarating

Post Gazette: As someone who writes about homes, I'm usually the one knocking on front doors, trying to sweet-talk homeowners into letting me tell the world about the architectural delights beyond the threshold. Sometimes they say yes, and sometimes they say no. Having once had my house (and decorating) subjected to hundreds of inquiring eyes on a holiday house tour, I can't say I blame homeowners who shun the limelight.