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Educating Dallas: Project Transformation Looks for Holistic Approach

By Bethany Erickson / March 16, 2016 /

As legend has it, Project Transformation began on a paper napkin. Sarah Wilke and Dr. Leighton K. Farrell reportedly sketched out the idea for an organization that would both address the needs of urban churches, but also the needs of urban schools.  That first year, Project Transformation began with 22 college interns (which are now…

These Homes Are Going To The Dogs (For a Good Cause!) at SPCA of Texas Event

By Lifestylist® Suzanne Felber / December 11, 2015 /

All home design doesn’t revolve around two legged residents. I spotted some architectural gems at NorthPark Center this weekend that will be truly going to the dogs. As a Lifestylist® that strongly supports animal rescues and adopting instead of buying, these homes were near and dear to my heart. The SPCA of Texas is having…

Dallas Public Schools: Making the Case for Recess

By Bethany Erickson / December 9, 2015 /

Any adult of a certain age (cough) can tell you about recess at school. I remember having three recesses – two quick 15 minute excursions outside in the morning and afternoon, and about 30 minutes or so at lunch. Occasionally you’d get in trouble and have to sit on a square – but you were…

Dallas Design Legends Make Architectural Digest’s AD100 List for 2016

By Joanna England / December 1, 2015 /

I could not be more proud of the design talent in Dallas than I am right now. Big D is becoming ground zero for interior design, it seems, and three of the most sought-after brands in the city made the Architectural Digest AD100-2016 list. That prestigious and exclusive list includes Jan Showers and Emily Summers, two Dallas…

Election Day Brings HPISD, DISD Bond Vote

By Bethany Erickson / November 3, 2015 /

It’s Election Day, and if you haven’t already voted during early voting, you have until 7 p.m. to find your polling place and cast your ballot for or against several amendments to the state constitution. And there’s also a good chance you’ll be voting about a school bond, too, since both the Highland Park Independent…