Don’t Call it a Renovation: This Preston Hollow Luxury Home Received an Extraordinary Transformation
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Transforming a luxury home is the antithesis of renovation. A good luxury home transformation always starts with good bones. However, success means having the trifecta of money, intelligence, and vision. When it all comes together, you have one hot property, and that’s what I have for you today.
This is far from the seller’s first rodeo. He’s adept at spotting homes that have served their owners well and are ready for a new chapter. Over the years, he has assembled a stellar team of talent, so a spectacular outcome is a given.
This sort of luxury home transformation is inspirational on so many levels.
First of all, we know the greenest home is one that is still standing. Having those good bones in place is not only saving our landfills, but it also saves time and money. What most people lack is vision. They cannot imagine opening a wall or adding some square footage in the right places to keep a house standing and bring it up to the demand of today’s buyers.
Demolition is entirely out of control in Dallas right now, so let this house be a lesson to every investor, developer, and owner. You can save a house, improve it, and have a significant piece of property when all is said and done. If you don’t have the vision, hire someone who does and send the wrecking ball away.
I’ll get off my soapbox now and give you the dirt.
“My client had his eye on this home,” CENTURY 21 Mike Bowman listing agent Cindy Plano said. “He likes to buy homes and transform them, and he had a vision for this one. He works with Kelby Kemp of Ibex Builders and Stephanie Moore Hagar of Moore Design Group. They have both done a lot of work for him, and it’s all phenomenal. They took the house to the studs and added 3,000 square feet. When I sold it to him, he asked that I wait to see it until the project was completed. When I finally got to see it, well, it’s not the same house, period. It’s jaw-dropping!”
Moore’s right hand in overseeing this luxury home transformation was staff designer McKennan Wright. Traci Olivares, the owner of Totally Organized Inc., was instrumental as the organizing and productivity consultant. That skill set is essential to any remodeling job.
It does not surprise me that three talented women guided this luxury transformation. You can always tell from the details when women are involved.
“We fully rebuilt the interior while keeping some key features like the living room ceiling beams that were original to the home,” Wright said. “The kitchen was a complete renovation including a leathered Taj Mahal solid surface used on the island,” Wright said.
“There is a fully applianced catering area outside the kitchen behind double glass frosted doors,” she added. “They blend in but also act as a feature.”
It took a year for the entire transformation, which in this market is quite a feat for a 13,104-square-foot, six-bedroom, nine-bathroom home. Moore and Wright worked smart by selecting finishes and products they liked and finding out if they were in stock before showing them to the client.
Another smart move was bringing in George Bass Stage & Design a full nine months before completion. “Stephanie invited us to swing by so we could consult with them and start thinking about the furniture in advance,” Bass said. “We looked at the home five or six times before completion, which gave us plenty of lead time to order and to construct custom pieces for the project.”
“This project is one of my favorites,” Wright said. “It was a lot of fun to experiment with the different finishes. And working with the client to reach his goals.”
Plano has 4700 Dorset Road listed for $11.5 million.
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This is a great article on an amazing transformation. Also written and portrayed phenomenally.
Phenominal transformation and outstanding phtography. Great article on how the proerty was reinvented to a modern style.
Yea she is a fantastic writer
Luxury at its finest . Great article I love the sliding pictures of before and after
Such a beautiful home. Great article I love the sliding pictures of before and after
The transformation went from old 70;s to clean luxury. This is a great article. Thanks so much for sharing. I love seeing older homes transformed
I love that neighborhood. They are rebuilding all those beautiful estates. Its already one of the most sought out neighborhoods in north Dallas. Now its going to be even more spectacular.
I have seen a lot of transformations but not like this one. The builder Kelby Kemp and designer moore designs and Tracy Olivares just knocked it out of the park. Absolutely Stunning
From doom and dreary to light and cheery. I just love the attention to detail. I love the way they opened up the kitchen and I especially love the catering kitchen with separate entry. Lovely estate transformation. great pics. Love the article. Thanks .
I love the change on the entry. It went from ornate to sheek. I love the redesign. I actually took a tour and it is truly one of my favorites. Its so modern and esquisite. thanks for sharing. Great article
This is a wonderful neighborhood, I am so happy they are renovating these amazing homes. This is a stunning transformation. I love the gated estate and privacy. The before and afters are truly remarkable.
I love the new colors and elements,fixtures and transformation. Great Job!!! Cant wait to see it in person. Pictures describes it very well. The article spells out whats going on in the neighborhood. Good Job
I love the new colors and elements, fixtures and transformation. Great Job!!! Cant wait to see it in person. Pictures describes it very well. The article spells out whats going on in the neighborhood.
I cant believe the transformation. I never imagined it looking so different. Like day and night. This builder and designer brought this home alive with an abundance of light and opening the back and front with the fabulous doors and windows. All high end details are perfection.
Absolutely unbelievable updates. So refreshing seeing the before and afters. The changes are extraordinary. This was a great article of North dallas neighborhood transformation.
Absolutely unbelievable reconstructed Estate. So refreshing seeing the before and afters. The changes are extraordinary. This was a great article of North dallas neighborhood transformation.
The design in this beautiful home is inviting, comfortable and full of fun. You have a workout area, dance floor, spa, basketball/ pickle ball,spa,and plenty of entertainment for guest and family. You must see this song to appreciate it, I loved it.
The owner and designer did an impressive job on this home in Preston Hollow. What a transformation by turning this house into an exquisite, luxury showplace. Great article Candy!
I loved this home full of beauty,fun,and very inviting. There are workout gym,spa,dance floor with mirror and Ballet bar, beautiful pool, basketball/pickle ball court and very spacious living space, there are plenty of storage space, you must see this tranquil home to appreciate all it has to offer.