Eric Prokesh
If the name Wiley G. Clarkson rings a bell, it’s because it has come up frequently on these pages. I’ve written about this architectural founding father of Fort Worth beginning with my very first post nearly 10 years ago. Founding father may sound like a bit of hyperbole, but Clarkson’s extensive portfolio includes many fine…
You would be forgiven for mistakenly believing that this striking stylish modern house just across from the Trinity Trails is a new build. Such is the strength of superior design that the 1981 construction is just as appealing as when it was built over 40 years ago. Much has changed in the four decades since…
Overton Crest? I wouldn’t hold it against you if you hadn’t heard of the posh and private little enclave inside Overton Park. I hadn’t heard of the pricey sub-development before today when two multimillion-dollar listings commanded my attention. The location of this listing at 4420 Overton Crest St. is spectacular with nearly two acres of…
Located in Monticello — one of our favorite Westside enclaves — on one of Monticello’s choicest streets, is this Hamilton Avenue home that balances vintage charm with low-key luxury updates and a family-friendly floor plan. The oh-so-curb-appealing residence is within easy walking distance of Monticello Park and River Crest Country Club. The fresh white paint…
Willing Avenue in my own beloved Ryan Place is another one of those streets like the recently featured Clover Lane that practically constitute neighborhoods within neighborhoods. Willing Avenue is the Near Southside cognate of the Westside’s Clover Lane. Both feature 1920s-era bungalows, many of which began their existence as two-bedroom, single-bath dwellings. These homes often…
