Midcentury Modern

The Good Life on Brants Lane in Ridglea Hills

By Eric Prokesh / February 8, 2019 /

  Brants Lane — across from Luther Lake and within walking distance to Ridglea Hills Country Club — is sited in such a choice location in Ridglea Hills that more than a few of its residents are the second generation of the original owners. Built in 1954, 6720 Brants Lane is loaded with 3,590 square feet…

Carefully Restored Midcentury Modern Gem in University Manor

By Joanna England / October 17, 2018 /

There’s no shortage of beautiful Midcentury Modern homes in East Dallas — you just have to know where to look. In fact, there are quite a few in University Manor, which is conveniently located just off of Northwest Highway near the White Rock Lake DART Rail station. Of course, not all of them are so…

Bud Oglesby-Designed Condo in Oak Lawn Sports Stellar Updates

By Joanna England / October 3, 2018 /

Rarely do you find enclaves in Dallas that are seeded with one particular architect like Oak Lawn is with Bud Oglesby designs. The modernist architect was quite prolific in the area, with many of his angular, eye-catching townhomes and condos located in the Mansion Park area and nearby. We always love seeing how homeowners have…

Rock Cliff Place Home Designed by Famed Palm Beach Architect Up for Grabs

By Bethany Erickson / September 24, 2018 /

Byron Simonson wasn’t as well known as the holy trinity of architectural mentors he could draw inspiration from, but the influences of Frank Lloyd Wright, Addison Mizner, and Maurice Fatio are still seen in the original midcentury modern abodes that dot Palm Beach — and in today’s Monday Morning Millionaire found right here in Dallas.…

Lake Terrace Midcentury Modern Offers Authentic Updates, Excellent Design

By Joanna England / September 19, 2018 /

You’re probably already familiar with the Lake Terrace neighborhood of East Dallas, though you might not know it yet. Bounded by Northcliff Drive, Peavy Road, East Lake Highlands Drive, and Kirkwood Drive, this little area features some wonderful midcentury modern homes and post-war ranches, some of which have been lovingly preserved and updated. When David…