Historic Preservation
This historic Bluffview Colonial Revival is an excellent example of the best of both worlds. We are drawn to historic facades because they are familiar. Traditional styles resonate at a new level during the pandemic because what is familiar affects us on a deeply psychological level. It makes us feel safe and that’s priceless right…
This fairytale Northern Hills stone cottage nestled deep in the trees, has everything I’d consider to be the essentials in a home: History, of course, beauty, privacy, and location. This home is minutes from Highland Park Village, the shops on Knox Street, the Arts District, and a few minutes walk from the Katy Trail. But…
Dallas is fortunate to have profoundly dedicated historic preservationists. “Dedication” is the key word. That is what it takes to keep not only history but also the culture and very look of a city intact, alive, and flourishing against tremendous odds. Dallas has always been known for an attitude of bigger is better and new…
When my editor asked me to write about this classic, historic Colonial Revival mansion in Austin, she said, “I know this piece is right for you. I just don’t know why.” She may be psychic. I used to live a 10-minute walk from this home during my college years at The University of Texas. I…
Vision is not something everyone comes by naturally. Fortunately, it’s second nature to Cindy and Charles Falk. When they discovered this 1952 University Park Colonial Revival 18 years ago, they knew exactly what it needed. They also knew it was going to be highly livable. The couple that sold the house had owned it twice.…
