Virginia Savage McAlester
Alberto Garza is a dedicated daily runner. During the early stages of the pandemic, he expanded his running route from his Oak Lawn neighborhood to the Park Cities — and started noticing sidewalk stamps from the Klein Brothers. Little did he realize the answer would eventually lead to his Instagram account, Sidewalks of Dallas, and…
At Candysdirt.com, we often get tipped off about news and rumors, but with the demolition of the Mushroom House at 4200 Armstrong yesterday fresh on our minds, we’re apt to share this nugget: The beautiful 1938 Neo-Greek Revival at 4231 Armstrong Parkway, designed for oilman Charles Pettit, may be headed for the wrecking ball. It’s one…
Seldom does a week go by when I’m not reading an MLS description of a historic home and smacking my hand to my head. This is because there is a general lack of education about them. Whether you are a Realtor, buyer, or seller, it’s crucial to understand what you are marketing or purchasing. The…
We mention Preservation Dallas a lot, but it struck me that plenty of our readers, especially our newcomers, are completely unaware of this nonprofit, what it accomplishes, and why we should all support it. While every state has a State Historic Preservation Office, not every major city in America has a local preservation organization, and…
Guess what is super hot again? The Millenium Mansion. You may know them by their unceremonious but popular moniker—McMansion. These designs were embraced in the late 1980s and ‘90s and favored by builders for substantial custom homes. They typically feature high-pitched roofs, differing tall window sizes and shapes, and lots of space. There is no…
