Daniel Lalley

Daniel Lalley is a freelance writer for CandysDirt.com.

Christie’s @properties Lone Star Lists Hillcrest Forest Home That We Simply Love

By Daniel Lalley / May 5, 2026 /

Known for bringing some of North Texas’s most impressive listings to market, Christie’s International Real Estate @properties Lone Star often brings next-level luxury properties with refined design, sprawling floor plans, and timeless character. The brokerage’s latest offering is no exception. Situated in coveted Hillcrest Forest, this four-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath, 4,848-square-foot estate blends classic luxury with…

Crown Jewel of Country Club Living in Trophy Club Delivers Back Nine Luxury

By Daniel Lalley / May 3, 2026 /

Country clubs are officially having a moment. In the last week, we saw the $3 billion purchase of Irving-based Invited Clubs by KSL Capital Partners, a global powerhouse in hospitality investment. Already the owner of Heritage Golf Group, KSL is known for operating some of the most prestigious country clubs in the nation. Now, Trophy…

Personal Touches Make This Rockwall Build Better Than New

By Daniel Lalley / May 1, 2026 /

We all appreciate a well-built home — especially in Texas, where scale and presence often define the market. But balancing size with livability isn’t always easy, particularly in new construction where broad appeal can outweigh personal design. For this week’s Inwood Home of the Week sponsored by Inwood National Bank, we’ve found a great home…

Christie’s @properties Lone Star Takes Us Inside This Iconic Fort Worth Midcentury Modern

By Daniel Lalley / April 29, 2026 /

Originally designed in 1957 by renowned architect Jack Schutts, 2100 Indian Creek is more than a listing — it’s an architectural landmark. This five-bedroom, nine-bathroom, 9,878-square-foot Midcentury Modern home attracts attention from outlets throughout the state. A staple of the illustrious Westover Hills enclave, this home tells a unique story rooted in authenticity and reimagined…

In Coveted Kessler Woods, Designers Blur the Lines Between Indoors and Outdoors

By Daniel Lalley / April 26, 2026 /

With a myriad of amazing neighborhoods to cherish, we Dallasites put a premium on our most prized locales. Communities like the M Streets, Easton Place, and Kessler Woods attract tons of interest because of their unique amenities, architecture, and ambience. In fact, some of these enclaves are so alluring that designers are building homes that…