Daniel Lalley

Daniel Lalley is a freelance writer for CandysDirt.com.

A Renovated Cottage in Little Forest Hills Leans Into Classic Charm

By Daniel Lalley / May 22, 2026 /

If you’re looking for a nicely updated East Dallas cottage in a beloved neighborhood — with the cutest little backyard you’ve seen, this week’s Inwood Home of the Week, sponsored by Inwood National Bank, offers the perfect example.  Nestled in Little Forest Hills, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,302-square-foot cottage brings quaint character to a quintessential Dallas…

Nestled on the Shores of Lake Lewisville, This Little Elm Listing Is Your Summer Sanctuary

By Daniel Lalley / May 20, 2026 /

Situated on the northeast shore of Lake Lewisville, Little Elm is quickly becoming a summer destination with attractions like The Lakefront, DFW Surf, and Hydrous Wake Park. As the summer housing market heats up, buyers with a weakness for waterfront property will discover Little Elm delivers big-time luxury as well. With a luxury-first, lifestyle-forward portfolio,…

This Midway Hollow AIA Award-Winner Revolves Around Back Patio Living

By Daniel Lalley / May 17, 2026 /

For most homes, a formal living room, grand entrance, or incredible kitchen serves as a centerpiece. Whether it’s a common space or a conversation piece, the best focal points seem to have their own gravitational pull. Designed to draw you in, they set the pace for the surrounding layout. It’s not often that these areas…

During Swiss Avenue’s War of One-Upmanship, This Refined 1919 Original Chose Timelessness

By Daniel Lalley / May 15, 2026 /

The Swiss Avenue Historic District showcases everything from stunning Italianate estates to sprawling Mediterranean villas. In the early 20th century, this “silk stocking district” was an architectural battleground. Here, captains of industry, cotton magnates, and oil barons vied for status through stone and mortar. Commissioning some of the most awe-inspiring homes in the state, they…

French Country Meets Cowboy Country at a Sprawling Aledo Estate

By Daniel Lalley / May 11, 2026 /

The Texas luxury housing market is anything but typical. In North Texas alone, diverse communities, dynamic builders, and significant demand drive an intricate architectural landscape. From palatial Highland Park estates to pristine ranch properties and everything in between, there are few limits in the Lone Star State. And when builders push the boundaries, it often…