Lakewood
One of the most exciting events in East Dallas is happening this weekend: The Lakewood Home Tour! It’s the 49th year for the beloved event that offers a glimpse into both historic and new homes. The tour raises funds for Lakewood Elementary School, J.L. Long Middle School, and Woodrow Wilson High School. Hosted by the…
Can you imagine being able to enjoy White Rock Lake even when you can’t leave the house? As the leaves begin to fall, the spectacular lake views can be seen from five different rooms in this Lakewood contemporary. When builder Kyle Boettcher, the owner of One Eighty Group, saw a 1950s home perched on a…
Classic Craftsman architecture is synonymous with quaint suburban settings, white picket fences, and essential American aesthetics. When we imagine this movement, next-level luxury isn’t always at the top of the list. However, in a state where everything is bigger and builders are always looking to go bolder, all styles are subject to grandeur. Want a…
When you think about what defines Lakewood architecture, you soon realize it’s the historic Tudor and Spanish Eclectic homes. Two architects can be credited with creating what I call the Lakewood Look: Charles Dilbeck and Clifford D. Hutsell. Both men embraced craftsmanship and whimsy, which is a significant part of what makes homes like this Hutsell…
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…
