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Modern Monday– An instagram tour of 2014′s best modern gate designs

07/21/2014

You know what we love about Instagram? It makes trend spotting so much easier! We’ve been snooping around Instagram and rounding up some of 2014’s hottest modern gate trends. From natural wooden slats to clean, glass barriers, to even art deco-esque wrought-iron partitions, you’ll love what we’ve found and may even find yourself a bit inspired to add a modern boost to your own home’s curb appeal. (And if you like what you see, take a minute and follow @dallasmoderns on our Instagram to stay in-the-know on all the best of modern in Dallas and beyond.)

In Dallas:

3601 Euclid - Rebar narrow vertical squares and brick wall

 

9995 Hollow Way - Fine, lattice-like weave and rough-hewn stone (PRESTON HOLLOW)

Click here to see the originals on instagram.

Click here to see the latest in real estate news. CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty with six offices in Dallas, Uptown, Lakewood, Ranch and Land, The Ballpark and Southlake.

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On the Market in Southlake {Video}

04/24/2014

Photos / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

3000 Burney Ln, 76092 | Listed for $4,995,000


This grand estate is situated ideally on 3 acres of heavily wooded land surrounded by hundreds of acres of nature preserve. With 6 bedrooms, 7.3 baths, breathtaking views from every room and unsurpassed architecture, this home is like no other in the area. Downstairs gameroom and huge media room, guest casita (currently being used as workout room), and third floor observatory with balcony plus an elevator that goes to all 3 floors.
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Modern Meets Sophistication at 17 Winding Lake Drive

04/23/2014

Enter the gates of the 6300-Forest community and you are greeted by the beauty of nature and waterfront homes of modern and Mediterranean styles. 17 Winding Lake Drive is a modern, sophisticated home with amazing architecture and unmatched amenities! Photos/Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

17 Winding Lake Drive Dallas 75230 - North Dallas - Briggs Freeman Sotheby's luxury home for sale in Dallas Fort Worth - exterior

The home is optimally situated to maximize the use of space: Low maintenance on the exterior yet plenty of outdoor spaces for enjoying cool mornings, warm afternoons, and breezy evenings, plus the floorplan is thoughtfully laid out so there is no unused space. The drive up appeal will leave lasting impressions for guests.
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Celebrating Angles and Inspirations: Paul Turney of Turney & Associates

02/25/2014

Photos / Turney & Associates

Note: This piece first appeared in PaperCity as part of Celebrating Angles and Inspirations. In it, we ask some of the most talented and innovative architects in the area to showcase their premier properties that continue to expand Dallas’ reputation for beautiful living.

Willis Property, Dallas, Texas: Paul Turney, Turney & Associates

When Dave and Betsy Willis made the decision to move from Calgary to Texas, they hired architect Paul Turney to work with them on the design of their new home. Having previously lived in the South, their desire was to have a Louisiana-style house.

One of the main features of their new home is a deep porch with French doors across the entire front of the house, along with a second floor balcony supported by 20-foot tall round, Doric columns. The porch also has a narrow exterior stair accessing the balcony, something characteristic of the Louisiana houses of the late architect A. Hays Town. The family room, kitchen, and guest house all look out onto a brick courtyard with a fountain. Some of the interior design features include large double hung windows to the floor, a freestanding curved stair in the entry, and wide plank pine flooring. turneyarchitects.com

For more beautiful homes, see briggsfreeman.com. Click here to see the latest in real estate news. CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty with five offices in Dallas, Uptown, Ranch and Land, The Ballpark and Southlake.

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It’s Fall! Join Us Sunday For A Fantastic Home Tour!

10/18/2013

In the heart of University Park, at 3828 Hanover Street, this exceptional property blends elegant design, graceful entertaining and comfortable family living. Listed by Libby Norwood and Meredith Houston for $2,299,500.

Fantastic homes in welcoming neighborhoods are available all across the Metroplex. From stunning estates to elegant vertical homes, sleek contemporaries and smart options for first-time buyers, there’s a property, and a place, for everyone.

On Sunday, Oct. 20, the Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty Fall Tour opens the doors to outstanding homes, turning the vision of an extraordinary lifestyle into reality. For more information, go to briggsfreeman.com/falltour. And to see a complete list of every open house in the Metroplex, download the free DFW Open Houses app - featuring maps, neighborhood information, house details, beautiful photos and more - to your mobile device.

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Elevated Entertaining at Museum Tower

10/17/2013

The Terrace Lounge at Museum Tower is an exceptional space to gather with friends before a night at the theater.

Imagine living a lifestyle where you enjoy entertaining beautifully, and effortlessly, thanks to magnificently designed spaces and on-site staff who facilitate phenomenal events.

Cocktails in the Owner’s Lounge before the opening night of Bizet’s “Carmen,” an intimate anniversary dinner surrounded by lifelong friends, a gala event supporting a prominent charity - at Museum Tower, your home extends beyond your living space, allowing you to experience entertaining on a whole new level.

Recently, Museum Tower owners created an unforgettable evening for their supper club friends when they hosted an elegant dinner party on the 38th floor.

“Everything was just perfect—printed menus, delicious food, the lights of Dallas glimmering in the background,” said Tanya Mendenhall, Director of Resident Relations. “Their friends were in awe. They kept saying, ‘look at the life you get to live.’”

Another couple has decided to bring their entire family, 30 people scattered across the country, to Dallas for a very special Thanksgiving dinner. The gathering will take place in one of Museum Tower’s gracious entertaining venues. And to ensure that dinner is a culinary event, Mendenhall has planned an incredible “Holiday Tasting Night” in early November highlighting three outstanding chefs ready to create a custom holiday meal for owners and guests. Residents who travel during for the holiday can have their holiday dinners shipped to their favorite destination - Colorado, California, Montreal.

“I wanted to host a party for my mother’s anniversary and I knew having it at Museum Tower would be the perfect place. My guests were wowed by the incredible views and I just love seamless entertaining,” says owner Tracy Cheatham.

“Our owners live and entertain in a very sophisticated way. We create for them an ease of entertaining, because it’s like having your personal event coordinator at all times who can bring in the right outside resources and who ensures that the on-site staff helps deliver events that are flawless and very special,” says Tanya Mendenhall. “You can host an event at home, without actually disrupting your home. You don’t have to worry about rearranging your living space to accommodate tables to seat 30 guests. That’s all taken care of for you.”

For information or a tour, visit the Museum Tower Sales Gallery, 1918 Olive St, or contact the Sales Gallery at 214.954.1234 or museumtowerdallas.com.

Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty is Dallas’ luxury real estate leader, with more than 190 agents in five offices located throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and access to the global Sotheby’s network, including more than 11,000 agents in 600 offices worldwide. CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. For more information on escapes and second homes, ranch and land, and luxury homes in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and beyond, go to briggsfreeman.com.

 

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Tour Mid-Century Modern Homes in Dallas on Oct. 26

10/16/2013

The residence on Shenandoah Street in Highland Park is one of six homes showcasing the best of mid-century modern design at the 2013 Preservation Dallas Fall Architectural Tour.

It may have started in the rocky desert of Palm Springs, but the sleek surfaces and clean lines of the mid-century modern design movement are a perfect fit for today’s high-tech and gadget driven homes. Blending elegant minimalism with a dose of Mother Nature, mid-century modern design evokes a lifestyle that is both casual and current.

Forward thinkers at Preservation Dallas have tapped into this culture of cool with their lineup of homes for the 2013 Fall Architectural Tour, which will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty is the title sponsor of this year’s event, showcasing six beautifully preserved and newly updated examples of sleek and stunning mid-century modern homes. “As a student of architecture, I’m always happy to sponsor the great work of Preservation Dallas,” says Robbie Briggs, CEO and president of the luxury real estate firm. Continue Reading…

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Contemporary Living in Golf Course Community

10/31/2012
Photo / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty - 5728 Settlement Way | McKinney, TX, 75070
Dallas Golf Course Homes for Sale

The grass is always greener when you can wake up and see the rolling fairways of a renowned golf course. The stunning townhomes at The Residences at Grand Lodge blend the best aspects of a contemporary golf course community with the excitement of living right in the heart of McKinney. Priced from $995,000 to $1,170,000, these residences are close to all the dining, shopping, schools, entertainment and transportation arteries that earned McKinney a ranking of #2 on Money Magazine’s 2012 “America’s Best Places to Live” list.

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Fresh for Fall: Delightful Dallas Homes Newly Listed

10/30/2012

Newly Listed Homes for Sale in Dallas

This week’s batch of new listings is full of oh-so-charming cottages and Tudors, as well as three fantastic duplexes, which are a hot point in the Uptown area market.

Click here to a full list of exceptional luxury homes new on the market now in Dallas-Fort Worth from Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. Here is further information on the homes featured in the slideshow above: Continue Reading…

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California Cool in the Mansion on Turtle Creek

10/30/2012
Uptown Dallas Condos for Sale

It’s a quintessential California contemporary home. Yet instead of overlooking white sand and blue ocean, the view from the fifth floor balconies encompass lush Turtle Creek and vibrant downtown.

Designed and brought to life by renowned architect Bill Booziotis, this serene yet stylish home at The Mansion Residences on Turtle Creek features all the recognizable details of contemporary living—wide open spaces, stunning views, natural elements and modern conveniences—neatly wrapped up in an address that is Dallas’ own version of Hollywood glamour. Continue Reading…