Midcentury Modern
If 2025 proved anything, it’s that CandysDirt.com readers are still deeply motivated by the intersection of power, design, and history — and they click when a story taps into more than just a price tag. This year’s most-read stories weren’t simply about big houses or big names, though there were plenty of both. They reflected…
Dallas has some of the most stunning residential real estate in the country. Watching “Selling Sunset” last year (come on, it’s research!) made me realize that, for the first time, California homes were no longer impressing me. While we may not yet have the same volume, Dallas can certainly boast head turners — and history…
A spectacular Midcentury Modern in Midway Hills popped up on MLS recently. It was designed by architect Gordon Nichols and beautifully updated by Welch Architecture founder Cliff Welch. It made me think about the resurging interest in Midcentury Modern homes and the architects who designed them. Of course, I turned to Coldwell Banker’s Ed Murchison,…
Elm Thicket hosts one of the most eclectic architectural landscapes in Dallas. It’s one of those neighborhoods that encourages progressive designs and inspires imaginative builds. Whether it’s a sleek contemporary, an eco-conscious transitional, or something that defies convention, this community encourages what’s next. It’s no wonder this one-of-a-kind, owner-designed Midcentury homage easily fits the Elm…
From the striking rock and stone embedded facade (the same feature found in the home Elvis and Priscilla honeymooned in) to the unique front gates, this Forest Hills Midcentury Modern home is a testament to timeless design and unparalleled coolness. Midcentury Modern homes have captured our attention like no other style. They were designed to…
