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Modern Marvel on Abbott is Shining Star of Contemporary Architecture Row

By Candy Evans / October 7, 2014 /

  Want to know one of the hottest neighborhoods in town where Baby Boomers are buying every inch of land they can grab? I call it Contemporary Architecture Row, a sliver of land between Highland Park, the Katy Trail and Turtle Creek, about one block long in Northern Heights. Here you will find 60 by…

A Fort Worth Earth House With Rainwater Collection, Roof Misters, and the Lowest Utility Bills in North Texas

By Candy Evans / September 24, 2014 /

This is undeniably one of the most unique properties in North Texas, designed by and renovated by progressive Dutch architect named Matthijs Melchiors. Melchiors took a 1500 square foot earth home, partially built into a hillside, added square footage and all his green sensibilities to maximize energy efficiency. The result is a stunning contemporary home…