Celebrity Homes

Steve Brown Makes a Few (Smart) Reflections

By Candy Evans / October 7, 2013 /

Last week, you may recall, I published architect Scott Johnson’s “open letter” in response to Dallas Morning News architecture critic Mark Lamster’s blistering –searing — scorching — burning –review of Museum Tower, calling it a “mean girl” who squirted the first ketchup packet at The Nasher. And Lamster was all over Museum Tower for being…

717 Kessler Lake Drive Will Sell Faster Than a Blue Norther Sweeps Through Dallas

By Candy Evans / October 7, 2013 /

I am down at Boot Ranch in the Texas Hill Country on a press trip. The hills are so high here, my ears are actually popping. I’ll be updating you on the growth and expansion of this dynamo second home community and all the goings-ons here (Bourbon tours? More wineries!) over on SecondShelters.com. Meantime, for…

Owner of Former Scientology House Has Other Vacant And Poorly Maintained Properties

By Joanna England / October 7, 2013 /

You already know that Grandwick, the former Dallas headquarters of the Church of Scientology, was reduced to ashes by a three-alarm fire Thursday. The owner, David D. Anderson, said that he was unable to obtain insurance on the property because it was vacant. It would seem like this is a tragic, singular occurrence, but the…

Monday Morning Millionaire: Live With the Beautiful Peeps on Strait Lane for under $12 Million!

By Candy Evans / October 7, 2013 /

You know you do it — take a stroll down Strait Lane from time to time to check out some of the most glorious mansions in Dallas owned by some of our most famous peeps. Strait Lane is Mansion Row, and home to Ross Perot, Dirk Nowitzki, Phil Romano and Brint Ryan. Well, first home…

Dallas Home Builders Kick It Up, Swear 'Em In, and Pledge to Build Fabulous Houses

By Candy Evans / October 4, 2013 /

Last Friday evening Rockwall builder Mike Mishler, of Mishler Builders, was honored with the prestigious 2013 Hugh Prather Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Dallas Builders Association. The award has been presented annually for the past 63 years to a builder, remodeler or developer who has done the most for the betterment of his…