Elaine Raffel

Elaine Raffel left the corporate world to become a freelance creative focused on real estate and design in Dallas.

Dallas and Much More Through the Eyes of Architect/Photographer Leonard Volk

By Elaine Raffel / April 14, 2024 /

This week, I had the honor of connecting with the illustrious Leonard Volk – FAIA architect emeritus, author, photographer, community leader, and world traveler. His book, everyday, chronicles 60 years of personal photography and essays.

Navigating the 2024 Dallas Art Fair with a Designer’s Eye

By Elaine Raffel / April 7, 2024 /

For art enthusiasts, the Dallas Art Fair is always a highly anticipated, can’t-miss event. Last Thursday’s VIP opening at the Fashion Industry Gallery lived up to expectations – and then some.

Frontgate’s New Flagship Ups the Style Ante in North Dallas

By Elaine Raffel / March 24, 2024 /

Frontgate’s Spring Grand Opening is proof that the upscale home furnishings retailer is more than ready for prime time.

What Does Real Estate Have to do With Romance? Everything

By Elaine Raffel / March 17, 2024 /

Location, location, location. The topic came up over cocktails at Park House. One thing our group adamantly agreed on: Where someone lives says a lot about them – including whether they’re date-worthy.

Living the Dream with Realtor/Rocker Janelle Alcantara

By Elaine Raffel / March 3, 2024 /

By day, Janelle Alcantara is a multi-million-dollar Realtor. But come night, she marches to the beat of a different drummer – literally.