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.

Dreamy Duncanville Cottage in Greenbriar Estates? Yes, Please!

By Karen Eubank / April 26, 2025 /

Greenbriar Estates is basically Preston Hollow in Duncanville but surrounded by nature, and we’ve found the sweetest spot in this neighborhood. Nestled into Tenmile Creek Preserve, this Duncanville cottage backs up to one of the creek’s tributaries and is just minutes from Joe Pool Lake, Cedar Hill State Park, and Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center. Los…

Fair Park’s Federal Building Wins a Preservation Dallas Annual Achievement Award

By Karen Eubank / April 24, 2025 /

The Preservation Dallas Annual Achievement Awards recognize preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration efforts. They also remind us of what we take for granted. One of the most significant buildings that I think many of us have taken for granted is the Fair Park Federal Building (now known as the Tower Building), designed by Donald Nelson, the…

King Charles Gave His Seal of Approval to This Highland Park English Arts and Crafts Revival

By Karen Eubank / April 21, 2025 /

This English Arts and Crafts Revival has garnered considerable attention over the years, especially when it was listed in 2019. At that time, media outlets reported that none other than King Charles III, who was still Prince Charles at the time, found it “utterly appealing.” That is practically a royal warrant! So, how did a…

Exclusive Sneak Peek at Casa Linda Forest Midcentury Modern Ranch

By Karen Eubank / April 20, 2025 /

This Casa Linda Forest Midcentury Modern ranch hits the market on Monday, but you’re getting an exclusive sneak peek today. Not only is the neighborhood a hidden gem, but Sharon Hodges and her husband Stanley Duren have made spectacular updates to the house. You may have heard of Casa View Shopping Center, but I’m betting…

This Completely Updated Kings Highway Craftsman Is Open Today!

By Karen Eubank / April 19, 2025 /

Buying a home is not just about the house itself. This Kings Highway Craftsman bungalow, for instance, is absolute perfection. It’s been completely and tastefully updated, and that is a big win. But buying a home means buying into a community — and that community is what turns a house into a home. Updating a…