A Field Guide to American Houses

How Did We Get So Smart About Historic Homes? Go To The Source!

By Karen Eubank / November 26, 2019 /

When it comes to historical information on homes, you may wonder how we do it. Well, we’re smart. But we also do a lot of research. We love it when someone challenges us on historical information. Not because we are infallible, although we generally do get it right. It’s more because, when we get it…

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Dallas Author and Preservationist Teaches Fort Worth Realtors About Architecture

By Seth Fowler / December 13, 2016 /

Do you know why white stucco was so important to architects for new homes after World War II?  What negative effect did the Federal Housing Administration have on the design of homes?  What was one of the inspirations for the ranch home?  How did owners of a Victorian home show they had a certain amount of…

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Swiss Avenue Mother’s Day Event Features Home of Preservationist Virginia Savage McAlester

By Joanna England / May 7, 2015 /

It’s a time-honored tradition now in its 42nd year, and it’s one of the best way to ogle at some real, historic, graceful house candy! Truly, the Swiss Avenue Historic District’s Mother’s Day Home Tour is the only opportunity you’ll get all year to witness the grandeur of the oldest historic district in Dallas from…

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