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Not every midcentury home in Dallas has survived the decades intact, but this Lochwood Super Ju-Nel at 10909 Fernald Avenue feels like stepping into the best parts of 1966 — without giving up the comforts of 2025. With its clean lines, walls of glass, and warm natural materials, the house reflects the design ideals of…
I walk by this Hollywood Heights Tudor with my dogs almost every night. I’ve always wanted to see inside. When it was listed last week, my curiosity was only somewhat sated. I wanted to know more. So, I searched the Dallas Public Library archives because every house in Hollywood Heights has a story to tell.…
Over the years of writing Upon Closer Inspection, some of my favorite columns have been the ones dedicated to home inspection finds that are the result of probably well-meaning but epically bad DIY jobs. I haven’t thrilled you with any fantastic DIY fails recently, so I thought I’d collect some of my past favorites for…
Mayor Eric Johnson appears to be taking a page out of President Donald Trump’s playbook in an attempt to get Dallas’ fiscal house in order. On Friday, Johnson requested an item be placed on the city council’s agenda for August 27 that proposes to rename two of the city’s eight established committees and limit when…
Having covered thousands of luxury properties over the years, we’ve seen our share of home makeovers. From simple renovations to complete remodels, it’s always exciting to see what a home can be in its next era. However, when we see these updates, the home is rarely rendered unrecognizable. It’s only when budget, vision, and taste…
When it comes to keeping the lights on, not all states are created equal. Some are powerhouses of reliability, while others always seem to be making headlines over the frequency or duration of their power outages. Press coverage is one thing, though. Underlying data is another. Now, I don’t want to name any names, and…
