Thursday Three Hundred

Thursday Three Hundred: This Oak Cliff Home is a Tudor on The Outside, Delightfully Modern on The Inside

By Joanna England / January 2, 2014 /

So, you love all the charm of older homes but the idea of all the unending maintenance is a huge bummer for you. I have one word: PREACH. That’s why we left Junius Heights when one thing after another, then another, happened and our dream home turned into a money pit, and guys, I wanted…

Thursday Three Hundred: Glenridge Estates Mid-Century is Swoon-Worthy Inside and Out!

By Joanna England / December 19, 2013 /

Built in 1951 and recently renovated, this Glenridge Estates Midcentury is just what you need to forget Icemaggedon 2013. Forget the crazy weather, broken limbs, insane wait times to talk to an Oncor representatives, and just grab a cup of coffee and think calming thoughts while you check out this gorgeous home. With three bedrooms…

Thursday Three Hundred: Lovely Little Wilshire Heights Home is Cozy and Cute, With a Splendid Backyard

By Joanna England / December 12, 2013 /

Yes, we talk a lot about Lakewood Elementary and how amazing it is, thanks to a very active parent group, the Lakewood Early Childhood PTA. But let’s not forget that there are other great elementary schools in this area, including Stonewall Jackson Elementary. This is an amazing, trend-setting campus that started its own educational garden…

Thursday Three Hundred JFK Week: Midcentury Split-Level in University Manor Has a Gorgeous Pool and Backyard

By Joanna England / November 21, 2013 /

When you think about Midcentury Modern architecture, some defining features often pop up. According to Mark Meckfessel, FAIA, here are some common characteristics found in Midcentury Modern design: Floor plans tended to be more open, with less separation among living, dining and family areas. Large, continuous expanses of windows broke down traditional notions of “inside” and “outside”. Roofs tended to…

Thursday Three Hundred II: Hillcrest Oaks Has Amazing Homes, Location, and Even Prices

By Joanna England / November 14, 2013 /

Our first Thursday Three Hundred was a cute cottage on the M Streets priced at $324,900, showing that you can get great location and not have to pay gobs of money for it. Well, our second Thursday $300K is in that same vein. Want to live near Preston Hollow, with easy access to the tollway,…