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Tuesday Two Hundred: Lakeland Hills Contemporary Would Shine With The Right Touch

By Joanna England / October 1, 2013 /

Sure, a fresh coat of paint is necessary for a home heading for the market, but it won’t make a $250,000 home into a $325,000 home. And while 8806 Rolling Rock is a good, balanced contemporary home, it’s a listing that’s fallen victim to optimistic pricing. There’s no reason why this three-bedroom, two-bath home in…

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Monday Morning Millionaire: Beautifully Updated Ranch in Green Cove Estates Puts You Right Next to White Rock Lake

By Joanna England / September 23, 2013 /

My favorite place to ogle houses is while jogging, walking, or cycling around White Rock Lake. There are some gorgeous homes that have fabulous views of Dallas’ crown jewel, and I just envy every one of them. After my jog this morning, I decided to see what’s on the market in the area, and I…

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Thursday Three Hundred: Gorgeous Forest Hills Home Sits on a Street Littered With Midcentury Modern Architecture

By Joanna England / August 1, 2013 /

My husband and I love almost all of the homes on Eustis Avenue. It’s a short street in Forest Hills, just off of Lakeland. On that street you’ll find at least half a dozen excellent specimens of Midcentury Modern architecture, most of which either restored or renovated.

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Home of the Week: Beautiful Remodel in Forest Hills

By Joanna England / July 31, 2013 /

When you fall in love with a home, sometimes that love turns into a vision. And when you add to your family, but you’re still in love with your home, that turns into a renovation. I’m guessing that’s what happened with 8547 Santa Clara, a lovely Mediterranean remodel that was built in 1950 and completely…

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Sustainable Showcase 2013: The Hidden Luxury of Really Healthy Buildings

By Candy Evans / June 26, 2013 /

Guest Post by Anna Clark Who says Dallas is all style and no substance? A beautiful façade may be something to behold, but we needn’t content ourselves with mere outward appearances. As allergies and asthma skyrocket, Big D’s building professionals are rethinking the materials they put inside their skyscrapers and other monuments. Given that indoor…

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