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.

Lakewood Hills Traditional Southern Modern Farmhouse

By Karen Eubank / February 1, 2018 /

The Southern modern farmhouse style has become one of the most popular designs constructed today. All over America, homebuyers are embracing the look that the television series Fixer Upper brought back into our collective consciousness. It speaks to comfort and tradition. It’s familiar, functional, and family friendly.

Preston Royal Transitional by Nolen Homes and Interiors

By Karen Eubank / January 29, 2018 /

I had to pinch myself a few times when this Preston Royal transitional two-story at 6306 Royalton Drive popped up on Realtor.com, because it is all I could ask for in a home. Remember I’m a wee bit picky. This house is what I always tell you to look for when you’re in the market…

Lakewood Dines and Kraft With a Modern Twist

By Karen Eubank / January 25, 2018 /

So, you want a beautiful Lakewood Dines and Kraft vintage home, but you don’t want an interior that looks like you’ve stepped back in time. Have we got an Inwood Home of the Week for you! This is, without a doubt, a shining example of the best of both worlds.

Preston Hollow Modern Spanish Revival Luxury Estate

By Karen Eubank / January 22, 2018 /

Luxury home building is an art — especially in Dallas. We set the bar pretty darned high. So when this modern Spanish Revival at 5326 Edlen Drive popped up, I knew you’d want to see it — again. We featured it in July shortly after it was completed. But, since then there have been a…

Midcentury Modern Arch Swank-Designed Home is a Rare Find

By Karen Eubank / January 20, 2018 /

Sometimes you get lucky, and an original midcentury modern Arch Swank-designed home falls into your lap. This seldom happens, because they tend to stay in the same families for years, and Swank didn’t build a lot of personal residences. To find one, you have to get creative or have an innovative pal helping you. That’s…