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.

Yes, You Can Afford This Winnetka Heights Craftsman, and We Will Tell You How!

By Karen Eubank / October 16, 2025 /

This Winnetka Heights Craftsman was not on Keeley and Scott Ellis’s radar. They were looking for something closer to their YouTube production offices in the Design District. With Winnetka Heights only eight minutes away, it was an obvious neighborhood to check out. They started driving around and spotted this adorable home. However, it was out…

The Most Talked About Cochran Heights Contemporary Is Back on the Market!

By Karen Eubank / October 13, 2025 /

In 2015, Candy called this Cochran Heights contemporary the most talked-about house in the Knox-Henderson area. When it appeared in 2009, it caused quite a stir. The neighborhood is known for historic Craftsman and Tudor homes and even has a couple of Dilbecks, so this Cochran Heights contemporary was the talk of the town. According…

A $10M Texas Modern Could Have You Trading Horse Tales With Celebs

By Karen Eubank / October 13, 2025 /

If you buy this $10-million Texas Modern, you just might catch a glimpse of Taylor Sheridan. You know, the guy who co-created the Yellowstone series? You also might spot one of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and a famous model or two. But, no promises. What I can promise, however, is that this is…

Mark the Dilbeck Home Tour on Your Calendar, This Saturday, Oct. 18!

By Karen Eubank / October 13, 2025 /

The Dilbeck Architecture Conservancy is hosting the annual Dilbeck Home Tour on Saturday, Oct. 18. Four University Park Dilbeck cottages and their gardens will be featured this year. Dallas has long been captivated by the unique, whimsical, and enchanting style of Charles Stevens Dilbeck. Devotees of architecture and history alike are still enthralled by his work.…

Lakewood’s Château des Grotteaux Has Been Expanded and Updated

By Karen Eubank / October 12, 2025 /

One of the best-known homes in Dallas is back on the market after an extensive addition and remodel. The French Normandy-style Lakewood castle known as Château des Grotteaux was built in 1929 by Edwin Cox as a spec home. It was purchased before completion by former mayor and civic leader R.L. Thornton after he saw…