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Reimagine All of Downtown Dallas, Rather Than Focusing Myopically on City Hall

By CandysDirt / February 15, 2026 /

By Cullum Clark The current debate over Dallas City Hall sometimes misses the forest for the trees. Dallasites are battling over the architectural merits of I.M. Pei’s 1978 structure and the cost of staying versus going, as well they should, but the city needs a livelier conversation about the future of downtown Dallas as a…

Select Custom Homes Shows Why Curves Are the Key to Contemporary

By Daniel Lalley / February 15, 2026 /

Of the myriad modern design trends, arches are quickly becoming one of the most desired. Rooted in revival styles like Mediterranean and Mission, these simple aesthetic enhancements add so much to any space. As entry ways, built-ins, or windows, they add organic appeal that can serve as sculptural enhancements or subtle ways to soften any…

City Hall Roundup: New Lawsuit, DART, Library Survey, Love Your Block

By Charles Grand / February 15, 2026 /

Now that everyone’s done showing their love this Valentine’s Day, maybe they will show a little love to their neighborhood block in Dallas. Applications are open for Love Your Block mini-grants. More on that below, along with some updates out of Dallas City Hall. Lawsuit Alleges City Juked Revenues To Get Around HERO Amendment City…

A Modern Duplex That Was Transformed Into One of the Most Original Airbnbs in Dallas Can Now Be Yours

By Karen Eubank / February 14, 2026 /

Scrolling through listings yesterday, I kept stopping on this modern duplex. Something seemed familiar to me. I opened up the link and, of course, was in awe of what popped up. I realized that in 2020, I had written about it because it was such a refreshing take on the duplex concept. The new owners,…

Kickstart Your Heart With These Valentine’s Day Electrical Problems

By Brenda Masse / February 14, 2026 /

Electricity is so ubiquitous at this point in the 21st century that it’s a relationship we take for granted, and there’s no greater heartbreak than when the power goes out. That’s why electrical problems can be such a big deal, even downright scary. And when the power is out, like a sudden breakup, you can’t…