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Preston Hollow Modern Gem {Video}

04/23/2014
This Preston Hollow, newly completed, contemporary home exudes raw elegance. With expansive windows that provide gorgeous views of the outside, style permeates this home with clean simple lines that are juxtaposed with the natural elements. Designed by Mark Barry of Barry Bull Ballas, the use of light and space is truly exceptional.The large kitchen features dark granite countertops, dark wood cabinets reaching up to the ceiling, stainless steel appliances with layered stone backsplash that gives a subtle nod to the natural world.
The massive island is a great gathering place that also provides the perfect vantage point to enjoy views of the sparkling pool and enormous backyard while enjoying a glass of wine from the custom wine cellar. From the kitchen, you will also find the laundry room includes plenty of counter and cabinet space with a separate sink, making one of the most loathed chores much more convenient. One of the most impressive features of the home lies within the living room, where the exposed stone wall encases a large wood-burning fireplace with a marble hearth that is an amazingly unique focal point of this home. In the master bedroom, high windows allow lots of natural light to flow in while maintaining the privacy of your personal retreat in this gorgeous home.Plenty of space and multiple custom features make this home a fantastic place to host gatherings with friends while at the same time providing your family with the quintessential peaceful retreat from the world. 9995 Hollow Way Road | Dallas 75220| 4\4.2\3 Car Att | MLS: 12107247
Listed by Christy Berry. Click here for more information.
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Top 7 Modern Design Trends of 2014 {Watch the Video}

04/16/2014

See what’s hot in modern home design trends for 2014!

7: The Tech-friendly Home

Sleek mobile devices reign in the modern home—from iPad to iPhone to google glasses, there’s a LOT that needs charging. That’s why we’re seeing an influx of U-Socket wall plugs with built-in USB ports popping up throughout modern architecture this year. Homeowners can charge devices from nearly any room without clunky usb to wall-port adapters. The U-Socket also knows when your device is fully charged so it can turn off the power accordingly, preventing the endless energy drain of the past.

6: Micro-Fireplaces

Tiny fireplaces tucked into corners or used as small room dividers are HOT in 2014. These beautifully chic additions add a little bit of warm coziness to any room.

Homes Featuring this trend:

6854 La Vista Drive

3520 Mockingbird Lane

2900 McKinnon Street 2900

5: Stand-Alone Basin Tubs

Ideal for soaking after a long day, the stand-alone basin tub brings a bold, eye-catching statement to any modern bathroom.

Homes Featuring this trend:

6854 La Vista Drive

3513 Princeton Avenue

4: Curbless Showers

Showers are becoming more popular than tubs, particularly in modern homes in 2014. And what’s even hotter than a chic shower? A curbless one. Showers feel more like a spa sans the traditional “curb” baring inside the shower from outside.

Homes Featuring this trend:

3601 Euclid Avenue

17 Winding Lake Drive

6854 La Vista Drive

3: Straight-lined Kitchens

This year is all about clean, smooth lines. The biggest example of this? The straight-lined kitchen. Seen head-on, this sleek kitchen feels uninterrupted, usually having minimal hanging cabinets to distract the eye.

Homes Featuring this trend:

6854 La Vista Drive

3601 Euclid Avenue

2900 McKinnon Street 2900

2900 McKinnon Street 1104

717 Arts Plaza #1802

1918 Olive Street #2901

2: Smaller and SMARTER

Downsizing doesn’t mean compromising. That’s why going smaller is all about going smarter in 2014. Efficient use of space coupled with lots of natural light dominates modern architecture trends this year.

Homes Featuring this trend:

2430 Victory Park Lane 3204

2900 McKinnon Street 2900

1: Unique, attention-grabbing light fixtures

And the biggest trend in modern design? That’s right! LIGHT! Unique, quirky, fun, futuristic, minimalist, bold, and brilliant-we’re seeing it all in modern homes in 2014!

Homes Featuring this trend:

8205 Forrest Hills Boulevard

17 Winding Lake Drive

2430 Victory Park Lane 3204

3520 Mockingbird Lane

2430 Victory Park Lane 3204

5337 Wateka Drive

3500 Gillon Avenue

3647 University Boulevard

5607 Greenbrier Drive

9995 Hollow Way Road

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Take a Tour of the Best Contemporary Homes in Dallas, Tarrant

04/02/2025

The contemporary home at 3520 Mockingbird Lane features an open floor plan and chef’s kitchen. Listed for $2,295,000. Photos / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

If your dream home has clean lines in a contemporary design, you’re in the right place. Our area has some nation’s most innovative modern homes, designed by award-winning architects.

Here are a few examples of simplicity brought to life in homes available now to view through Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. Go to briggsfreeman.com to see more.
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Curator of the Contemporary – Dallas Modern Design Icon Emily Summers

01/22/2014

Video / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

In 2014, a new reality has taken root in sophisticated Dallas, and interior designer Emily Summers is at the forefront of creating spaces with a contemporary, artfully curated appeal. The designer, recently named to Architectural Digest’s “AD 100” for the fourth time, is known for blending period elements, textures and finishes into a vision that combines clean and crisp with soulful and elegant.

Emily Summers

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Peek Into Bluffview: Magnificent Interiors, Serene Landscaping

11/12/2024

Photos / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

Once a dairy farm, Bluffview was developed in the 1920s to make room for country-like estates. Today, these secluded homes are prized from their spacious lots on beautiful rolling terrain, all close within the city limits.

Bluffview draws its name from the nearby Bachman Creek, with its 50-foot chalk cliffs overlooking a table of greenbelt. Because of this stunning topography, some of Dallas’ most prominent families and architects have built homes here.

Here’s a look at some extraordinary homes for sale in Bluffivew.
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Classic Meets Contemporary in Old Highland Park

10/14/2013

Enjoy a seamless blend of classic elegance and modern sophistication in this five-bedroom home at 3617 Euclid Avenue in Old Highland Park. Listed by Pogir for $4,699,500.

Let’s start with this description of 3617 Euclid Avenue: It is a masterful blend of a traditional and welcoming exterior and a stylish contemporary interior. And there’s so much more to say about this treasure in Old Highland Park.

Nestled among gardens and terraces in an exquisite park-like setting, the home at 3617 Euclid Avenue is best described as a gracious family home. The house was built in 1919, and lovingly updated and expanded through the years. Continue Reading…

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Contemporary Living in the Heart of Texas Horse Country

10/09/2024

Rowe Ranch blends contemporary and convenient living with beautiful horse country in Pilot Point. Listed by Brenda Moerschell for $1,295,000.

Don’t even think about traditional - the home at Rowe Ranch isn’t your typical ranch home.

With three bedrooms and three baths, the home, built in the 1990s, is designed for elegant living. It features vaulted ceilings, large windows to view the manicured grounds and decorative lighting. The kitchen has stainless-steel appliances and a built-in wine cooler.

The master suite, adjacent to the ranch office, has a sitting area with great views. The bath has a separate shower and separate vanities. Continue Reading…

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Curb Appeal Tips for Fall

10/04/2025

If you’re planning to sell your home during the fall, here are a few ideas for getting your home ready to sell in seasonable fashion:

Add Fall Flowers

Once your lawn is looking its best, spice it up with a splash of color. As your summer plants start to fade, replace them with vibrant mums or other colorful flowers.

Spruce Up the Lawn

While brilliant fall foliage can automatically make your home look more attractive for showings, that doesn’t mean you can slack off on lawn maintenance during this season. Keep falling leaves at bay with frequent raking and patch up any brown spots in the grass.

Highlight the Front Door

Making your front door the focal point of your home’s exterior is a good tactic no matter what time of year you decide to sell your home. During the fall, a simple wreath of fall foliage and flowers can add an inviting touch. A fresh coat of paint in a vivid red can also make your entrance stand out.

Light It Up

As the days get shorter, it becomes increasingly important to provide potential homebuyers with a safe path to your front door. Use decorative lights to illuminate walkways, and install flood lights or lanterns to brighten up entrance areas.

Keep It Simple

While subtle fall decor — a wreath on the door or pots of seasonal flowers — will make your home look inviting and fresh, going overboard will distract buyers from your home itself. Save your scarecrows and spooky Halloween decorations for another year.

Tips from HGTV Front Door— click here to read the original article.

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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…