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City Hall Roundup: Oh Boy, More Than a Year Ago?

By Charles Grand | March 29, 2026 |

The Save City Hall camp may have scored a bit of a PR victory at the city manager’s expense this past week, with a recent revelation purportedly bolstering their argument that officials have been less than transparent about plans for 1500 Marilla St. Before getting into that, though, it’s worth checking out Mayor Eric Johnson’s…

Built for Architecture Enthusiasts, This Lakewood Listing Inspires From All Angles

By Daniel Lalley | March 29, 2026 |

We’ve discussed the luxury transformation of Lakewood. After encountering all manner of new construction and emerging builds, it seems this area is ground zero for Dallas developers. And why wouldn’t it be? With easy access to downtown and some of the area’s best outdoor attractions, it’s the epitome of prime. However, new construction often comes…

Lake Days at Richland Chambers, Dialed Up … and Then Up Again

By CandysDirt | March 28, 2026 |

Just a little over an hour from Dallas, there’s a place where weekends feel longer, sunsets show off, and “I’ll just stay one more day” becomes a regular occurrence. Welcome to life on Richland Chambers Lake. More specifically, welcome to this 1-acre slice of it in the sought-after Shores community, listed by Celestina Hillock and…

Forbes Honors Bernbaum/Magadini Architects Among Premier U.S. Architects

By CandysDirt | March 28, 2026 |

Methodical. Magical. Masterful. In the world of modern residential architecture, Bernbaum/Magadini Architects of Dallas rises above others because of their dedication to every detail, creating masterful, timeless, and indelible spaces of architecture and art. Revered by their clients and respected by their peers, Bernbaum/Magadini Architects has now received an honor solidifying its place among the…

The Worst Repairs Ever (And We’ve Seen Some Stuff)

By Brenda Masse | March 28, 2026 |

You can imagine we’ve seen some horrible repair jobs in the home inspection world. There are bad contractors, shady flippers, and wacky DIY fails. All can result in subpar repair work that we inspectors call out in our reports. But sometimes we see something that jumps past “bad repair” into “truly terrible” and even “never…

What an Ideal Deal for a Move-In-Ready Winnetka Heights Craftsman!

By Karen Eubank | March 28, 2026 |

Neighborhoods like Winnetka Heights are such a breath of fresh air. Since it’s a historic district, buyers can be assured of a cohesive look and that a giant two-story box will never spring up next to their charming Craftsman. The neighborhood was dubbed Dallas’ Ideal Suburb by the developer back in 1911. It became Dallas’…