Historic Homes
David Preziosi, FAICPExecutive Director, Preservation Dallas It has always been a struggle in Dallas and the Park Cities to save historic homes from the wrecking ball. We have lost so much over the years and continue to do so because historic properties face incredible pressure, from property valuations to a desire for increased density. The…
In Lakewood, the closer you get to White Rock Lake the more it will cost you. The area is a hotspot for those who want to stay active outdoors. Plus, it offers a tight-knit community feel, especially in the fall where porch pumpkins make their debut and everyone gears up for some Texas-size trick-or-treating. And…
First of all, thanks to all 782.5 of you who emailed me this Missouri Victorian that has been tastefully (mostly) redone. You did well. You sent me weirdness, and the best kind of weirdness — the kind that lies in wait until you’re about 30 pictures in, and then slowly reveals itself until you’re 10…
So much to see, so little time. But don’t fret! We have you covered in our Dallas Open Houses of the Week. These beauties run the gamut, from a Devonshire dream to a Swiss Avenue stunner, to a goody on Gladstone Drive. Take a look, then tell us your favorite in the comments. Something Blue…
Every week, the detail-oriented folks at Green Scene Home Inspections will give CandysDirt.com readers an education in inspection. Want to see what they see? Tune in for “Upon Closer Inspection.” When we inspect older homes, we often find original or “as-built” conditions that are no longer up to the current building code. As a homeowner…
