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.

Michael Malone’s Striking Contemporary Estate With A Cowboy Connection

By Karen Eubank / May 10, 2021 /

Can you feel it? There is a palpable, real estate shift going on. The out-of-state buyers aren’t just arriving with a lot of money. They’re also bringing a different taste level and falling in love with our existing homes. This contemporary estate is indicative of what I’m seeing hit the market lately, and it’s a…

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Luxury Living at The Drake White Rock Lake

By Karen Eubank / May 8, 2021 /

The Drake White Rock Lake is a welcome anomaly to the Dallas high-rise scene. Most people looking for a luxury condo lifestyle in Dallas will gravitate to the prominent places in Turtle Creek and Oak Lawn, but if you love the lake, this penthouse is the perfect location. And it’s for rent! This is a…

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This Northern Hills Contemporary is an Arboreal Urban Sanctuary

By Karen Eubank / May 7, 2021 /

Nestled in the trees, immersed in nature, and embraced by light, this Northern Hills contemporary duplex is a three-story sanctuary. Perfectly positioned between the vibrant Knox-Henderson restaurant and retail scene and the serenity of Turtle Creek, this is a home that fulfills the most coveted feature in real estate — location. I cannot imagine a…

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Landmark Designation: How to Make Progress With Preservation in The Path of Resistance

By Karen Eubank / May 6, 2021 /

What happens when you spot a preservation-worthy building and know the owner is bent on demolition and utterly resistant to the idea of a landmark designation? Last week I broke down landmarking your residence. For commercial buildings, though? Well, that’s where it gets tricky. Developers in Dallas are not always homegrown, so they often don’t…

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Remodeling to Perfection: Park Royal Custom Homes is Transforming Residential Real Estate

By Karen Eubank / May 5, 2021 /

Leobardo Trevino started Park Royal Custom Homes because he’s a visionary who is passionate about transformation. He’s also a preservationist and loves a challenge.   While you may not know the man, you will know his projects. His company, the Ricchi Group, is well known for ensuring long-neglected iconic buildings are reborn. Among his prominent…

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