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.
Last year our homes took on a new meaning. They became a sanctuary and a safe haven. They also had to perform at new levels. Suddenly they were fulfilling every family member’s personal and professional needs. We demanded a lot more — and now we expect it. In addition to the former perks that are…
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and we know you want something special for your sweetheart. There’s no better place for both the innovative and the tried and true than Talulah and Hess in Lakewood. Whether you are thinking out of the box with artwork or in the box with chocolates, they have the perfect gift…
If you are interested in historic preservation in our city and state, you don’t want to miss the Real Places Conference hosted by The Texas Historical Commission (THC) and presented by Phoenix 1 Restoration and Construction. This is the most important statewide preservation conference in Texas and it’s taking place this week. “Historic Preservation provides…
There’s nothing I love more than the reinvention of a house. This Fort Worth mindful modern is an excellent example of stepping a 1972 home into the present. It’s evident that the owners saw the potential in this footprint and layout but wanted to push the design envelope in a big way. I’m not surprised…
Lloyd Lumpkins, owner of L. Lumpkins Architects, has designed some of the most beautiful luxury homes in Dallas. From his gorgeous design of the Italianate Renaissance mansion at 10121 Waller to the HGTV’s “Ultimate House” competitor, a French Renaissance Chateau at 5139 Seneca, he’s the go-to architect for pure luxury. He’s also our go-to resource…
