Joanna England

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

Friday Four Hundred: This House Will Definitely Keep Little Forest Hills Funky

By Joanna England / March 28, 2014 /

I’m sure you’ve seen the signs in the front yard of homes sandwiched between Old Gate and Lakeland, sporting green lettering admonishing passersby to “Keep Little Forest Hills Funky!” Still, over the years as investors and newcomers have bought up the little cottages that line the hilly streets of this neighborhood, many of the homes…

BREAKING: Couple Uses Facebook Yard Sale Group to List University Park Home on McFarlin

By Joanna England / March 28, 2014 /

I got a rather urgent text from our lovely Candace Tharp just moments ago, directing me to the Park Cities Online Yard Sale Facebook Group. Sandwiched between posts selling some designer jean cutoffs and an antique chest was this post from a member:

Thursday Three Hundred: Hollywood Heights Home is so Sweet it Will Give You a Cavity

By Joanna England / March 27, 2014 /

Boy do I have a sweet-tooth when it comes to homes (and chocolate, of course!). I like them cozy and cute with tons of great decor! So when I saw this adorable listing from David Bush Realtor Joe Kacynski, I made an appointment with my dentist because this house is so sweet I got a…

Legendary Dallas Designer Emily Summers Featured in Architectural Digest

By Joanna England / March 27, 2014 /

Need more proof that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree? Then you’ll appreciate this lovely write-up of legendary Dallas interior designer Emily Summers in Architectural Digest.

Funny Stories and Fabulous Homes, Joe Kacynski Dishes The Dirt on This Year’s Hollywood/Santa Monica Home Tour

By Joanna England / March 27, 2014 /

David Bush Realtor Joe Kacynski is one of the top Realtors in Hollywood/Santa Monica, and he’s hosting and sponsoring a home on this year’s tour. He’s a HSMNA home tour veteran and has lived all over East Dallas, but is in love with Hollywood Heights. I mean, who isn’t really? This adorable neighborhood — a well-curated collection of Tudors and traditionals — has a wide and fervent fan base!

We wanted to know more about Kacynski’s home tour experience and what he is doing to get ready for this year’s tour, which is scheduled for the weekend of April 26 and 27. Find out more about this year’s tour and buy your tickets on the Hollywood/Santa Monica Neighborhood Association website.

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