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.

A Magnificent Modern Prairie Mansion in Old Highland Park

By Karen Eubank / April 30, 2018 /

How do you build a modern prairie mansion — not just any modern prairie, but a residence so spectacular that it will leave you breathless the moment you enter? Start with a generous budget, then hire a team with extensive experience, and great taste. To top it all off, throw in an homage to Frank…

Go Back to the Future In This Unique University Park Contemporary

By Karen Eubank / April 27, 2018 /

George Jetson would be so jealous. So would George Lucas. When this University Park Contemporary at 4404 Greenbrier crossed our digital desktops, we did double and triple takes. We could not wait to get it posted. There is quite simply nothing like this neo-futuristic home in Dallas. Maybe anywhere. Oh and it’s open on Sunday.…

Highland Park Modern Mediterranean Hits a Style Home Run

By Karen Eubank / April 26, 2018 /

Why do you think people read Architectural Digest and Elle Décor? Because we all love a good dose of glamour, that’s why! We’ve been immersed in the safe, gray-walled, open-floor-plan world for quite some time now, and I think we’re all craving a bit of drama and character. I know I am. And boy, have…

Versailles in The Sky: The Ultimate Turtle Creek Penthouse is Finally Available

By Karen Eubank / April 24, 2018 /

You’ve never seen anything like this Turtle Creek Penthouse. Never. It’s easily the equivalent of the Palace of Versailles, but 22 stories into the sky. It’s a fantasy, a dream, a love story, and it’s finally available — after 40 years.

Find Your Blue Heaven in This Highland Park French Traditional

By Karen Eubank / April 23, 2018 /

I was thinking about our Monday Morning Millionaire last week when my pal and fellow stager, George Bass, texted me a photo of this Highland Park French traditional home he’d just finished staging. My first thought was “WOW!”