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Beauty, Dallas Modern, modern
Soft contemporary lines and modern details create dramatic yet comfortable living spaces at 6859 Westlake Avenue. Listed for $1,285,000. Photos / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty
A nature’s playground of lakes, parks, biking and walking trails, Lakewood is one of Dallas’ most beloved neighborhoods. The neighborhood is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy sailing, hiking and dining al fresco at one of the local restaurants.
Amid this lush scenery, 6859 Westlake Avenue beckons you to enter a living experience where indoor and outdoor living meld seamlessly. Remodeled by sought-after MORE Design + Build to accommodate today’s lifestyle, this four-bedroom three and a half bathroom home lives wonderfully.
Photos / moderndallas.net
This year, the Spring Modern Home Tour starts with a preview party at Collage: 20th Century Classics, a unique combination of a furniture and accessories showroom and the owners’ residence.
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Understanding the Modern Architecture of Cliff May with Barry Berkus {Video}
05/14/2014Video + Photos / Russ Spencer
Hear renowned modern architect Barry Berkus discuss the inspiration, style, and architecture of Cliff May-“The Father of the California Ranch Home.” Blending ranch and hacienda, the 1968 Cliff May Ranch House in the Santa Ynez Valley offers a prime location for this interview, since it was recently renovated by Berkus.
“Architects think of modernism as Corbusier’s machine. And what we’re talking about today is something that has a heart and soul.” - Barry Berkus
Berkus and his firm opened up the structure, paying homage to May’s original vision for the residence.
Cliff May’s Style
“First and foremost, Cliff May homes are unique in their relationship to the outdoors. They are Californian, built for individuals who want to erase the lines between indoors and outdoors and embrace the spectacular Southern California climate. And in an environment where the sun shines 300 plus days a year and the average high temperature is 75 degrees, why would anyone want to live differently?
It is not uncommon in Cliff May homes to find that every room in the house has a connection to the outdoors. Floor-to-ceiling glass takes the place of walls to bring light and nature in, creating a relationship to the outdoors that is as much a part of the home as the decor. Perhaps the San Diego Union put it best when it featured an original Cliff May design under the heading: “Home with a Garden in Every Room.”” (from Ranchostyle.com)
Homes in Dallas by Cliff May
- 3539 Ainsworth Drive, Dallas, TX 75229
- 2646 Materhorn Drive, Dallas TX
- 2611 Andrea Lane, Dallas, TX 75228
- The Casa View Oaks Neighborhood - “Houses in Casa View Oaks are representative of May’s signature design: an open floor plan with an abundance of space and light beneath a low-pitched gable roof. Large expanses of glass—in both windows and doors—were used to create an open feeling and ease in circulation. Outdoor living was encouraged by the incorporation of patios and barbeque and picnic areas, in many cases doubling the “living space” of each house.
One of the selling points of the new May houses in Casa View was their modern conveniences, including disposals, built in ranges, a touch-plate lighting wall and radios with speakers throughout the house.” (From Presevationdallas.org)
Photos / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty
It’s an exciting time to live in Dallas’ Uptown and Downtown neighborhoods. The choices for dining, shopping, culture and entertainment keep expanding – and you can walk to all of it from your home.
The options for luxury homes keep expanding, too, from lock-and-leave condos in luxury high rise buildings to single-family homes just a hop, skip and a jump from the action. Indeed, researchers are predicted a resurgence of city living.
This California-inspired mid-century modern at 6934 Tokalon Drive in the heart of Lakewood features rich hardwood flooring, high ceilings, and tall windows that welcome natural light throughout the home. Listed for $1,200,000. Photo / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty
As seen in the Wall Street Journal Mansion section:
I have wanted to increase our reach into Lakewood and East Dallas for several years. With White Rock Lake as a centerpiece, it’s a beautiful part of Dallas, and our agents have always loved helping people buy and sell homes there.
After acquiring the respected neighborhood firm Scott Carlson Real Estate, we also sought out another well-known Realtor in the area, John Whiteside and his Team Whiteside, to join us. The addition of these two great teams of neighborhood experts made the time right to expand our market with the opening of a Lakewood office.
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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
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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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.
Photos / smitharc architects
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.
Lakehurst Property, Dallas, Texas: smitharc architects
The genesis for this house design is the heavily wooded suburban lot with long, tree lined view corridors down the street and alleyway. A simple rectilinear plan with two wings creates entry and garden courts while a 30 degree rotation nestles the house between the mature trees and orients the principal views to the long vistas while avoiding direct lines of site to the neighboring houses.
Generously proportioned indoor/outdoor living, dining, and entertaining spaces are arranged around the true heart of the home: the great porch. The large expanse of sliding glass walls provides circulation and ventilation flexibility while dematerializing the boundaries of interior/exterior.
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Mockingbird Property, Dallas, Texas: Russell Buchanan, Buchanan Architecture
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.
Designed for a young family in the stone import and fabrication business, the residence is a 4,410 square-foot-home located on Mockingbird Lane. The main building is a simple rectilinear shape, designed in plan using five equal squares. Adjacent to the main building is an entry vestibule clad entirely in onyx slab. Completing the composition is a polished black stone wall which provides privacy and security from the busy street.
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