Daniel Lalley
Daniel Lalley is a freelance writer for CandysDirt.com.
The other day, I was enjoying a stretch of formative rock favorites on a random radio station. Among the grunge revival and industrial icons featured were Nine Inch Nails, Stone Temple Pilots, and Rage Against the Machine. When the station bumper interrupted to thank me for tuning into the classic rock commute, I was once…
Contemporary design is often synonymous with innovation, imagination, and originality. Defined by clean lines, geometric congruence, and functionality, this movement is interpreted in different ways. While some may take modern design in a minimalist direction, others leverage materials, color palettes, and environments to get truly creative. When you see a standout, it often feels more…
The year was 1971. Apollo 14 landed on the moon, NASDAQ debuted as the country’s first electronic stock exchange, and Ray Tomlinson sent the world’s first ever email. In other words, the future arrived. And in a quiet North Dallas neighborhood, one intrepid architect got the memo and made a statement at 6956 Meadowbriar Ln.…
Like the Victorians in San Francisco or Brownstones in New York City, Farmhouses fit perfectly against the pastoral Texas plains. Complemented by expansive acreage, agricultural amenities, and open skies, these homes capture a heritage of homestead living and rugged individualism. With ranch land origins and several suburban revivals, this style has stood the test of…
When it comes to luxury properties, CandysDirt.com has pretty much covered the spectrum. Having seen our share of standout amenities, we’re rarely stunned when it comes to wow factors. In-home cinemas, saunas, and six-car garages don’t faze us at all. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t exceptions — especially when it comes to exceptional real…