Daniel Lalley

Daniel Lalley is a freelance writer for CandysDirt.com.

This Highlands North Home Defines Style and Sophistication

By Daniel Lalley / November 2, 2022 /

North of downtown Dallas between US-75 and the Dallas North Tollway, the Highlands North neighborhood exemplifies suburban charm. Here, tree-lined streets stretch across a landscape of classic American architecture and unmistakable North Dallas character. Beyond the quaint neighborhoods and cul-de-sacs within this community, a diverse assortment of dining options and shopping experiences draw attention from…

Afraid of Being Watched? Follow These Expert Tips to Avoid a Scenario Like ‘The Watcher’

By Daniel Lalley / October 30, 2022 /

This season, the most chilling effect on the housing market might have come from Netflix’s new series, The Watcher. In this true-crime household horror, an architecturally obsessed psychopath targets the buyers of a celebrated suburban home with intimidating anonymous letters. As the buyers unravel the mystery of The Watcher, they uncover some rather unsettling particulars…

Love This Home or Build Your Own in Preston Hollow, The Choice Is Yours

By Daniel Lalley / October 26, 2022 /

Preston Hollow is perhaps one of Dallas’s most coveted neighborhoods. Among this quaint and well-curated community, you’ll find the perfect mix of mid-century charm and modern amenities with some of the largest lots around town. With a central location, this area offers easy access to uptown living and Highland Park shopping. Also, it’s a straight…

An M Streets Stunner Is a Brand-New Take on Traditional

By Daniel Lalley / October 23, 2022 /

The M Streets has long been one of Dallas’s most popular neighborhoods. Simply take a stroll among the tree-lined streets and you will find some of the finest architecture in Texas. Here, antique Tudors and mid-century craftsmen live in harmony against an Americana aesthetic. However, for this week’s Inwood Home of the Week, sponsored by…

With Winter Ahead, Savant Offers Smarter Solutions to Get Off The Grid During Power Outages

By Daniel Lalley / October 22, 2022 /

Texas is no stranger to the woes of a harsh winter. In February 2021, one of the most catastrophic winter weather events on record wreaked havoc across the entire state of Texas. Winter Storm Uri, otherwise known as Snowmageddon, demanded a record 69,692 megawatts of electricity. Then, the storm subsequently caused the biggest outage the…