Karen Eubank
Karen is a senior columnist at Candy’s Media and has been writing stories since she could hold a crayon. She is a globe-trotting, history-loving eternal optimist who would find it impossible to live well without dogs, Tex-Mex, and dark chocolate. She covers luxury properties and historic preservation for Candys Dirt.
If you love the idea of a traditional home that allows your aesthetic to shine, nothing beats a French Eclectic. Whether you are a minimalist or in love with layering, these homes are chameleons, adapting to any style. In France, a French Eclectic house is called a Maison de Maitre. They are found in small…
Can we get enough of Midcentury Modern homes? Absolutely not, because architecturally significant homes like this impeccable gem seldom pop up. This one was custom-built in 1966 for a family that lived there until 2017. See what I mean? They don’t hit the market often. Award-Winning Architect William E. Benson It was designed by architect…
On February 22nd, Preservation Dallas and The Charles Stevens Dilbeck Architecture Conservancy held an impromptu members-only event to see a newly discovered Dilbeck in Preston Hollow at 5414 Ursula Lane. We had a hand in the discovery! You may think, how on earth was this house overlooked? Well, it isn’t that surprising. The house was…
What separates one luxury home from the rest? It boils down to one thing — classic architecture. Look around any major city in America or Europe. Classic architecture stands the test of time because it never goes out of style and it can be easily adapted to the taste of each new owner. This Georgian…
Loft living is something everyone should experience at least once in their lives. You may think it’s for 20- and 30-somethings, but think again. An urban pioneer pal of mine was one of the first downtown Dallas loft dwellers, and he was well over 60. After the kids were grown, he moved from the big…
