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As a CandysDirt.com writer, I have been known to write more than once about the glorious white houses. As a homeowner, I also have been known to paint houses white — two so far. Why? They’re crisp and clean. They stand out from the landscape. They glow in the summer sun. They gleam at dusk.…
We bet you’ve never heard of an open house like this. From Aspen to Amagansett, from Dubai to Dallas, homes around the world will be open for touring this weekend. It’s part of the Open House Showcase by Sotheby’s International Realty, a two-day event featuring a wide range of listings across its global network. Whether…
If you are looking for a true escape, a private, peaceful, zen-like retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, we’ve found it. This organic modern luxury retreat in Preston Road North Estates features expansive window walls, seamless outdoor connections, and luxury finishes that set a new bar in residential construction. Organic modern architecture…
Preservation Dallas celebrates our city’s historic wins on May 7 at the Longhorn Ballroom, honoring those dedicated to preserving our built heritage. Among those receiving awards are Mike Grable and Ben Garner, who restored and updated the Henrietta Robinson Eidt House, a Queen Anne Victorian cottage in Peaks Addition. In the early days of the…
If you didn’t know that Lake Fork is the best lake within three hours of Dallas, then you’ve been missing out. I’ll fight you on this. Not too big and not too small, Lake Fork is the perfect size both for owning a home and enjoying lake life. It’s not tiny, where you can’t take…
I waddled into this Plano house 18 years ago, five months pregnant and running entirely on Tums and overconfidence. I had color-coded spreadsheets for every project planned for this 1980 house. I probably would have done the same for parenthood if it had occurred to me at the time. What I didn’t fully grasp is…
