Daniel Lalley
Daniel Lalley is a freelance writer for CandysDirt.com.
In the age of HGTV, Magnolia Network, and the Fixer Upper phenomenon, renovations go beyond aesthetic updates. Whether it’s sustainability, wellness, or entertaining, the best renovations not only deliver a distinct personality, but also provide a purpose. In this week’s Inwood Home of the Week sponsored by Inwood National Bank, a remodeled Richardson home makes…
If we were to rank the most prestigious country clubs in North Texas, Mira Vista might top the list. Known for its meticulously maintained course and majestic setting, this club is as iconic as the homes that surround it. It’s no wonder this gated Fort Worth community has been referenced in popular TV shows as…
Cape Dutch Contemporary is not a term we throw around loosely or use often. Probably because we really haven’t had the opportunity. This new East Dallas home borrows some of the style’s most recognizable exterior elements while using a thoroughly contemporary floor plan inside. This four-bedroom, four-bathroom, 3,374-square-foot standout near Lakewood marries a traditional exterior…
In terms of definitive Dallas real estate, few neighborhoods have the architectural identity of Kessler Park. Midcentury Modern homes coexist with Craftsman cottages, Colonial Revivals, and larger period residences, all against the rolling hills and mature trees that distinguish this part of Oak Cliff. For this week’s Inwood Home of the Week, sponsored by Inwood…
As a native Texan, one of my favorite filmmakers is Wes Anderson. With cult classics like Bottle Rocket and Rushmore, this UT alumnus had a knack for portraying the Lone Star State under an unmistakable lens. Known for symmetrical shots, pastel pallets, and a meticulously crafted aesthetic, many of his sets feel like dioramas or…
