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REI and Trader Joes, Too? Why? Because these are the lucky ‘hoods that get the first Trader Joes in Dallas. I am so psyched. My dogs are so psyched. Teresa Gubbins and others report that Trader Joe’s has announced two new locations for stores, one in Dallas and one in Plano. The Dallas store will open…
Read MoreBest. Christmas gift. Ever: a Hutsell for under $450,000! If you don’t know what a Hutsell is, shame on you. Architect Clifford Hutsell built homes that make Lakewood, well, Lakewood. When you see tile roofs, arches, eclectic detail and exterior stairs leading to second floor colorful balconies, you know you’re gazing at Dallas history. A lot…
Read MoreIt’s like how many days are left ’till Christmas. Only for me, an avowed House Porn addict, I count the days down to Rockitecture 2011. This is Rockitecture’s SECOND annual swanky auction on Wednesday, October 26, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the cool Filter Building at White Rock Lake — that’s 2810 White Rock Lane. Tickets are a mere $75…
Read MoreIf you are looking for swanky, arty art, furniture or objets, I have a great big secret for you: get ’em all, and get ’em cheapo at Rockitecture’s SECOND annual swanky auction on Wednesday, October 26, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the cool Filter Building at White Rock Lake — 2810 White Rock Lane. Tickets are a mere $75…
Read MoreThe latest must-have room in your large or even not so large home is the “Keeping Room”. The name for these rooms originated in colonial times, before homes were 5,000 plus square feet. They were a multi-use room attached to the kitchen or open to it, complete with a fireplace for coziness and warmth. Now, it’s…
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