Joanna England

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

Longtime Lakewood Lovers Plan to Live Long in Prosper

By Joanna England / May 10, 2019 /

If you live in Lakewood, or you have kids at Lakewood Elementary, you already know Gretchen Stofer Darby. The PR powerhouse and mom of three kids has worked tirelessly to promote fundraising events through her agency, GDC Public Relations and Promotions. While their tenure in the most sought-after neighborhood in East Dallas has been fruitful…

Dallas Builders Association Member Spotlight: Joseph and Berry Luxury Remodeling

By Joanna England / May 10, 2019 /

Not every member of the Dallas Builders Association works strictly on new construction. Take, for instance, the veritable rock stars of the remodeling game, Joseph & Berry Luxury Remodeling. Their brand has transformed homes, bringing high style and exceptional craftsmanship to their projects that is truly nonpareil.  All the more reason we’re thrilled to give…

Original Midcentury Modern in White Rock Forest Offers Rare Remodel Opportunity

By Joanna England / May 9, 2019 /

Every lover of Midcentury Modern architecture looking for just the right home to purchase and restore should look right over here. This week’s Inwood Home of the Week presented by Inwood National Bank is just that — an original Midcentury Modern ready for its second act. “This all-original home is situated on half an acre,…

Lavendale Listing Offers The Simple Life With All The Extras

By Joanna England / May 8, 2019 /

When you’re describing a luxury property, the ‘wow-factor’ always gets top billing. Fancy pools with incredible fountains and fire features are great, but have you ever tried a great porch? “I’m a sucker for a good screened in porch,” says Compass agent Sam Claussen, who is marketing 6306 Lavendale, our High Caliber Home of the…

May 4 Dallas Builders Association Parade of Homes Features Dazzling Deloache Build From Bella Custom Homes

By Joanna England / May 3, 2019 /

When we talk about the Renaissance masters, names such as da Vinci, Michaelangelo, and Raphael are bandied about. But in the Dallas building scene, we’d wager that the master of the Italian Renaissance is Tony Visconti of Bella Custom Homes. The evidence is on view May 4 during the Dallas Builders Association Parade of Homes,…