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 very special Hal Thomson home in Highland Park is for sale for the first time in 44 years. I believe this will be a true test of historic preservation, highlight why we love a home, and perhaps give us some insight into what luxury should really mean today. Henry B. Thomson (Hal) started his…
We don’t just buy a house. We buy a neighborhood. When you think about what makes a home desirable, it’s almost always the neighborhood. This Winnetka Heights Craftsman is the perfect example. This is a historic home that has been beautifully updated without stripping out character, which is a huge advantage. It’s also located in…
The Dallas Arboretum is one of the city’s most beloved attractions. The centerpiece of the 44-acre gardens is the striking Spanish Colonial DeGoyler Estate, which overlooks White Rock Lake. It’s one of our city’s most important historic landmarks. The DeGolyer mansion was designed by architects Denman Scott and Burton Schutt for the late geologist Everette…
The Cedars has become one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Dallas. This is thanks, in very large part, to developer and investor Jack Matthews, owner of Matthews Southwest and the man who built The Beat. Matthews has been the driving force in rebuilding the Cedars. He turned the old Sears warehouse into Southside on…
Southern Traditional homes make quite a dramatic impact. It’s not just their sheer architectural beauty but also because they evoke feelings of a gentle, comfortably sophisticated lifestyle. Often referred to as Antebellum, Neoclassical, or Greek Revival, Southern Traditional homes are characterized by their simple geometric form, grand scale, and dramatic columns. Drama was top of…
