Candy Evans

Candy Evans, founder and publisher of CandysDirt.com, is one of the nation’s leading real estate reporters.

Original Hutsell Enclave in Lakewood on Double Lot Makes For a Spooooky Halloween Eve

By Candy Evans / October 31, 2014 /

7218 Lakewood Boulevard is an original Spanish eclectic Hutsell on a double-wide, half acre lot in Lakewood. As if they feared the goblins themselves, the owner has turned the home into a fortress of security right on Lakewood Blvd. Truly one of the most original and unique homes in Dallas, rejoice with us that the…

Green Acres, Texas-Style: The Evolution of Farm Ownership

By Candy Evans / October 31, 2014 /

If you know me, you are probably not going to believe that deep down, I dream about having a farm or a ranch in the country. I love designer clothes (I do!), Prosecco and Jimmy Choos, but I also love rolling fields, hay, horses and the pitch black sky at night when the only light…

The River Club Visits Dallas, Plus a Visit to The New Antek’s Curated

By Candy Evans / October 30, 2014 /

We told you that Anteks, that fabulous rustic home furnishings store in the Dallas Design District, has spun a sibling. It’s called Anteks Curated, a home accessories, furniture, and gift shop in the Plaza at Preston Center. Oh the main store is still on Dragon Street in the Design District, but this location sure beats a 15 minute…

What’s Up With the Uptown Sam’s? Pretty Major League Court Victory For Neighbors

By Candy Evans / October 30, 2014 /

In the fight against a big-box corporate behemoth in an area several urban planners, along with the city of Dallas’ own “Forward! Dallas” plan, say is better suited for pedestrian oriented development, the little guy won a huge battle this week. The East Village Association, the neighborhood group that has spearheaded the fight against a…

We Christened Antek’s New Preston Center Store Last Night, & Stuck a River Right Through It

By Candy Evans / October 30, 2014 /

We told you that Anteks, that fabulous rustic home furnishings store in the Dallas Design District, has spun a sibling. It’s called Anteks Curated, a home accessories, furniture, and gift shop in the Plaza at Preston Center. Oh the main store is still on Dragon Street in the Design District, but this location sure beats a…