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You Can Channel Old Park Cities in Fort Worth’s Berkeley Place

By Eric Prokesh | November 8, 2024 |

Do any of you recall and miss the old University Park before decades of tear downs and new builds made it fancier, even dare I say flashier? Alas we can’t turn back time. Or can we? I remember my introduction to Berkley Place in Fort Worth at the home of a couple who were to…

His Love for Earthy Modern Homes Inspires Research Into Rare Ju-Nel Midcentury Gems

By Karen Eubank | November 7, 2024 |

Mark Weeks became passionate about Ju-Nel homes, designed by Jack Wilson and Lyle Rowley in the 1950s and ’60s, when he purchased one 17 years ago. He was kind enough to share his story with us about not only falling in love with the architecture but also ensuring it endures. By Mark Weeks My wife…

Green Light: Tax Credit Housing Projects Will Continue Despite Bylaw Scrutiny

By April Towery | November 7, 2024 |

Dallas leaders agree that two corporations responsible for financing affordable housing need diligent oversight. But a City Council Housing Committee majority agreed last week that instead of pausing the programs, projects should move forward while bylaw revisions are made.  Public Facility Corporations (PFCs) and Housing Financing Corporations (HFCs) like the ones discussed at last week’s…

Centurion’s Collin Creek Homes Now Selling

By Shelby Skrhak | November 7, 2024 |

The first homes in Centurion American Development Group’s highly anticipated new Collin Creek master-planned community in Plano are ready to hit the market. The $1 billion project on the site of the old Collin Creek Mall will feature 500 single-family homes, 2,300 multifamily units, and 300 independent-living residences — with move-in dates as early as…

Wedglea Creek Garden Homes, a Secret Oak Cliff Lock-and-Leave Paradise

By Brenda Masse | November 6, 2024 |

Welcome to Wedglea Creek Garden Homes, an ideally located community of detached lock-and-leave townhomes that could be one of Oak Cliff’s best-kept secrets. And Diane Sherman has one of these rarely available homes for sale right now, which is why it is this week’s Highlight Home of the Week sponsored by Senior Loan Officer Lisa Peters of First Horizon.…

A Go-To Guide to 2025’s Paint Colors of the Year

By Elaine Raffel | November 6, 2024 |

Ready for a new hue? The 2025 COTYs – colors of the year – are rolling in, just in time to give any space an instant update.

Next year’s selection is brimming with character – deep, saturated shades that experts predict will take center stage in the coming months.