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Was it Aristotle or Abraham Lincoln who gave us that wise old proverb: “Life is too short to live in a boring house”? Regardless of who said it, surely they were envisioning 5823 Caladium Drive when they had the epiphany. This 6,574-square-foot home — a cross between classic Mediterranean elegance and Preston Hollow chic —…
Once in a while, I come across a truly spectacular find like this Stevens Park Midcentury Modern ranch. So many people screw up these homes. They gut them and destroy every shred of the interior character. I am thrilled to report that is not the case here. As Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s listing agent Kay Wood…
Spray foam insulation is a terrific option for insulating your attic. Especially in climates like North Texas, where attics get so hot and can add so much heat to your home. Unfortunately however, in order to be effective, spray foam insulation has to be installed and maintained correctly, and as home inspectors, we know that…
Augusta Custom Homes is transforming Ellis County with a collection of incredible brand-new builds. In just under ten years, this purpose-driven developer has proven its prowess for quality construction and dazzling design. Of course, one of its hallmarks is how it reimagines classic architecture to create beautiful contemporary builds. From modern Mediterraneans to innovative Cape…
A well-known Dallas developer cleared a hurdle last month as the City Plan Commission recommended rezoning a single-family lot to a “neighborhood service district” to allow light retail and office uses. Apparently, all the developer wants to do is turn right from Royal Lane onto the Tollway. Scott Beck, who put the property under contract…
Here is a chance to own a piece of history. There’s a house listed in popular Arlington Heights that can tie its history back a hundred years to the famous soldier James “Jim” Bowie. Yes, this celebrated legend of the Texas Revolution is remembered in Fort Worth in many ways, including the Camp Bowie military…
