Joanna England
Joanna England is the former long-time executive editor and a founding editor at CandysDirt.com.
I’ve seen a lot of midcentury modern homes that have been rather tragically updated to the point of losing all character. It’s a delicate balance, really, to make a home livable without losing the details that make it great. This midcentury modern at 9706 Parkford does have some updates, namely in the bathrooms, but still…
Almost every listing I fall in love with has a really fabulous mixture of contemporary and vintage pieces, and maybe a few quirky flea market finds. I had no idea that this is what basically makes up transitional style. It’s a great decor style that makes almost every home look like a supermodel, and it’s…
Things that make me happy when I’m surfing MLS: Interesting ceiling treatments Huge windows Unique outdoor spaces Bookcases. Lots of bookcases. This house — 2854 Claudette in Ravinia Heights — has all of these things. The warm, gorgeous beadboard ceilings throughout the common areas really make the rooms feel huge without being cold. There…
I make a lot of decisions on homes by how they look just as I drive by. Weeds in the yard? Nope! Awful paint? Eek! Mis-matched garage door? I’m outta here! I’m not at all unlike most buyers out there, too. Major front yard faux pas can turn off potential buyers faster than bad breath…
