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Dream Big In This Classic Urban Homes Spec House with Rich, Open Spaces

By Leah Shafer | November 9, 2016 |

I’ve got a total scoop for you today, a gorgeous transitional spec house in Midway Hills that just listed. This property is swoon-worthy, with rich, open spaces, high-end amenities, and beautiful conveniences. This is a Preston Hollow-esque home, but with a lot smaller price tag. Located at 4046 Northview Ln., it’s the work of CandysDirt.com Approved Builder Michael Turner,…

Stunning Contemporary Semi-Detached in Northern Heights Captivates

By Joanna England | November 8, 2016 |

This isn’t your standard duplex. No, this brand new build designed by renowned architect Cliff Welch and developer David H. Gibson is in no way typical and that is a very, very good thing. Surrounded by a curtain of trees and bamboo just steps from the Katy Trail in the extremely hot neighborhood of Northern Heights…

Veneto Condo Offers Mediterranean-Inspired Living for Well Under $300K

By Leah Shafer | November 8, 2016 |

It may be an overcast day, but our Tuesday Two Hundred is a bright and cheerful spot for you to enjoy. Located at 5806 Birchbrook Dr., Apt 106, this is in the Veneto Condominiums near East Lovers Lane and Skillman Street. The community is updated from its 1970 build date to be Mediterranean-inspired and modern. It’s close…

Overcoming Bad Urban Planning: When will Dallas be World Class?

By Jon Anderson | November 8, 2016 |

The last 70 years of urban planning were a colossal mistake that we’re all suffering with and are only just beginning to unravel. Pretty bold claim, eh? Maybe I’m having an Urban Land Institute convention hangover, but think about it:  The post WWII suburbanization of America led to a long-term evacuation of major cities.  It…

Texas Hill Country-Inspired Home in Montserrat is Truly a Grand Maison

By Seth Fowler | November 8, 2016 |

Where can you find a luxury, Texas Hill Country inspired home in a guarded neighborhood, less than 15 miles from downtown Fort Worth, with tranquil views, and the ability to park a dozen vehicles?  If you guessed Tarrant County then you are correct! 9572 Bella Terra Drive is a 7,500-square-foot home with six bedrooms, eight…

104 Year Old Bianchi House in Peak’s Addition Gets Landmark Commission Approval

By Candy Evans | November 8, 2016 |

The Bianchi house at the corner of Carroll and Reiger in East Dallas is safe, at least for the moment. The 104-year-old Otto Lang & Frank Witchell (Lang & Witchell) “House of the Future” displayed at the Texas Centennial Exposition made it through the Dallas Landmark Hearing Monday afternoon. Whew! Hopefully, the move was step…