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With a history of incredible architects and a slate of iconic properties, it’s no wonder Dallas is a top contender in the Midcentury Modern market. Aside from landmarks like The Mathews House and Lipshy House, the influences of Howard Meyer, Arch Swank, and Charles Dilbeck can be seen throughout Dallas. Every so often, a unicorn…
I walk by this Hollywood Heights Tudor with my dogs almost every night. I’ve always wanted to see inside. When it was listed last week, my curiosity was only somewhat sated. I wanted to know more. So, I searched the Dallas Public Library archives because every house in Hollywood Heights has a story to tell.…
Over the years of writing Upon Closer Inspection, some of my favorite columns have been the ones dedicated to home inspection finds that are the result of probably well-meaning but epically bad DIY jobs. I haven’t thrilled you with any fantastic DIY fails recently, so I thought I’d collect some of my past favorites for…
Mayor Eric Johnson appears to be taking a page out of President Donald Trump’s playbook in an attempt to get Dallas’ fiscal house in order. On Friday, Johnson requested an item be placed on the city council’s agenda for August 27 that proposes to rename two of the city’s eight established committees and limit when…
Having covered thousands of luxury properties over the years, we’ve seen our share of home makeovers. From simple renovations to complete remodels, it’s always exciting to see what a home can be in its next era. However, when we see these updates, the home is rarely rendered unrecognizable. It’s only when budget, vision, and taste…
