Joanna England

Joanna England is the former long-time executive editor and a founding editor at CandysDirt.com.

‘Dallas Modern’ Chronicles The 20 Most Stunning Modern Homes in Big D

By Joanna England / December 16, 2014 /

Still looking for the perfect gift for your favorite Realtor, stager, photographer, architect, or house porn enthusiast? Dallas Architecture Forum has come out with just the thing: a monograph (a fancy word for coffee table book) about Dallas modern architecture. “Dallas Modern” features 20 of the most outstanding (you guessed it) modern homes in Dallas, with…

Mark Cuban’s Letters to Jennifer Staubach Gates Are a Virtual Eyeroll at Neighbors

By Joanna England / December 15, 2014 /

Sure he hasn’t technically done anything wrong, but Mark Cuban’s unwillingness to kowtow to the neighboring homeowners of  the spate of Preston Hollow properties he’s recently bought up sure doesn’t seem, well, neighborly. He’s cleared trees from the estates that line Northwest Highway and Preston Road, leaving little visual screening from the busy six-lane thoroughfare. Dallas City…

Countdown to Christmas: Customizable Glassware is Perfect For Pet Lovers

By Joanna England / December 15, 2014 /

  You’ll recall that I stopped in to the Bernadette Schaeffler Collection on Tuesday of last week to see what this lovely Design District decor boutique had for Christmas. The holiday season is special for the store’s namesake, as it reminds her of the lovely traditions of her native Germany. How could I not stop…

Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Announces New Fort Worth Office

By Joanna England / December 15, 2014 /

  Set to open early next year, Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty is solidifying its relationship with Cowtown with a new office in Fort Worth proper. “We are so excited. I’ve always wanted to open an office in Fort Worth because I know its importance and love the city,” said Robbie Briggs. “The world views…

Peyton Hayslip’s Beaded Ornaments Bring Whimsy and Style to Christmas Decor

By Joanna England / December 12, 2014 /

  Every Christmas, my mother hauls out a box of vintage beaded balls made by my grandmother. Each of them is hung from the ceiling with clear fishing line, which gives the impression of several gilt and sparkling orbs floating in our formal living room. Each Christmas I looked forward to that ritual, and when…