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.
I’m letting you in on something big. I know you’ve wondered who interior designers, brand name linen companies, and luxury stagers turn to for one-of-a-kind designs. It’s Uphold Designs. They are responsible for some of the most beautiful, innovative designs, furniture, and upholstery in America. You can take a photo of any piece of furniture…
It’s tough to find a luxury lease anywhere these days and even more of a challenge in a great area like Preston Hollow. So, when this new custom contemporary popped up this week, I couldn’t wait to share it with you. Of course, it’s gorgeous, but it’s the thought that has gone into it that…
When my editor asked me to write about this classic, historic Colonial Revival mansion in Austin, she said, “I know this piece is right for you. I just don’t know why.” She may be psychic. I used to live a 10-minute walk from this home during my college years at The University of Texas. I…
Now and then I happen upon a house that is not only lovely but also sensible, like this classic Georgian in University Park. We are drawn to homes like this because of their symmetry. They feel familiar. It’s that familiarity that resonates with us on an emotional level. It just feels right. There’s a reason…
The first day of summer may not officially begin until June 21, but this is Texas — Pool season begins on Memorial Day around here. We scoured the Internet to find some of the best, craziest, most innovative, and yes, most expensive pool toys of 2020. Some of the pool toys we found are seriously…
