Historic Architecture
A spectacular Midcentury Modern in Midway Hills popped up on MLS recently. It was designed by architect Gordon Nichols and beautifully updated by Welch Architecture founder Cliff Welch. It made me think about the resurging interest in Midcentury Modern homes and the architects who designed them. Of course, I turned to Coldwell Banker’s Ed Murchison,…
When this Bertram C. Hill Spanish Eclectic estate home hit the market last spring, it was for the first time in over 25 years. The unique Lakewood private estate was built by Dines & Kraft, making it not only one of the most exciting homes on the market, but also one of the most, if…
Everyone is wondering how to buy a home today. Prices are through the roof. Interest rates don’t look to be dropping anytime soon, so what should you do? In my opinion, you should buy this classic Prairie-style Oak Cliff duplex. Why? A duplex offers you the rare opportunity to live in a home and rent…
Hitting the market later this week is this marvelous Bud Oglesby townhome, a shining example that good architecture is truly timeless. The two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath has a fascinating story, and will be an incredible opportunity for the right buyer. This week’s Highlight Home of the Week sponsored by Lisa Peters, Senior Loan Officer with First…
For as long as I can remember, the Knights of Pythias building was a large painted gray mass of Beaux Arts architecture, hulking on the west end of Deep Ellum, boarded up and idle. When the historic rehabilitation began, it was wonderful to see the light gray paint give way to the gorgeous brick…
