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 Briarwood Modern Farmhouse Chip and Joanna Gaines Would Love

By Karen Eubank / November 5, 2016 /

If you want to know the hottest trend in home design, we have the answer. This Briarwood modern farmhouse at 5007 Purdue Avenue ticks all the boxes and then some. It’s an absolutely gorgeous 1939 home that has been remodeled to perfection by listing agent Lindsay Hagan with Ebby Halliday.

Frank Welch Reconstructs George C.T. Woo’s Symphony House in University Park

By Karen Eubank / November 3, 2016 /

Walking through Architect George C.T. Woo’s “Symphony House” in University Park is like reading a good book, and one you can’t judge by its cover. That’s on purpose. Woo likes a good surprise as much as anyone. So he created a subtle façade that does very little to prepare you for having your proverbial socks…

Stunning Lakewood Transitional On A Dramatic Creek Lot

By Karen Eubank / October 31, 2016 /

If only there were a house that suited both traditional taste and a more modern aesthetic … Guess what? We’ve found it— a stunning Lakewood transitional. Emily Ray-Porter with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate has just listed 6787 Lakefair Circle for $1.199 million, and it’s sure to please anyone looking for the best of both style…

Park Cities Traditional Home by Designer Lisa Luby Ryan is a Classic Gem and Under $1m

By Karen Eubank / October 29, 2016 /

How’d you like to get into a Park Cities traditional home for under a million? Well, today’s your lucky day. Molly Hurt with Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s just listed 3603 Asbury for $829,000. This is a real gem of a home. Lisa Luby Ryan, the extremely talented designer and principal with Luby Design Associates— who also owns the…

Lake Highlands Custom Home is a Dream For Families

By Karen Eubank / October 27, 2016 /

  The love for Lake Highlands runs deep. It’s commonplace to find people that grew up there, moved away to begin careers then moved back as soon as they could to raise their families. Richardson ISD is also a big draw, with fierce school loyalty in every part of Lake Highlands. It has the perks…