Special thanks to the Laura Rathe Fine Art Gallery for the Exposed 2019 Reveal party last night at their venue. Also a huge shout out to Hunt Slonem for donating a $25,000 piece for the upcoming auction at the fundraiser. Both are truly genius!
Read moreWhat Differentiates Your Realtor? Or the Brokerage?
Compass is not a disruptor - we are simply the 3rd largest brokerage in the US and every single day we are trying to help you find a place in this world.
Introducing Compass Concierge : A service designed to prepare your home for the market.
Read moreCreativity Unhinged: Interior Designers
DID YOU KNOW? In the first 10 months of 2018, around 100,500 homes sold for $1 million or more across 85 luxury markets areas in the U.S., an increase of 10% compared to the same period in 2017. A record-breaking 118,000 home sales at or above $1 million are expected once all of the closings for 2018 are recorded. (Mansion)
Need style in 2019?
This design duo has an incredibly discerning eye for the unique. Several years ago, I met Russ and Bill at a dinner party in a home that, unbeknownst to me, the two had just renovated.
Read moreArt Show and Open House This Sunday May 6th- Don't Miss Out!
See you Sunday May 6th at the Art Show & Open House!
524 N Manus Drive offered at $675,000
Featuring Artists Liana Yarckin and Steve Lawrence
3 Bed | 3.1 Bath | 2 Dining | 2344 sq. ft. | 2 Car Garage | Zen Yard
*Ligne Roset sofa and dining table for sale - buyer has first right*
Read moreA Mid Century Dream Condo With the Best Bar in Town!
Mad Men Obsessed!
Mid-century modern lovers, look no further! This glam, incredibly spacious first floor condo is owned by a locally renowned interior designer.
Read moreArt Inspired Textiles and Wallcoverings!
Meredith Grabham Designs launched her namesake boutique interior design firm in 2007. Having studied art history, interior design, fine art and graphic design, it was only a matter of time before Meredith's passions merged. In 2015, Meredith launched a textile line of patterns inspired by elements in her original mixed media artwork.
The company has since evolved into a multidisciplinary firm offering a growing range of products including fabric by the yard, pillows, wallcoverings, and paper goods. Every product in her line begins with one of Meredith’s original abstract paintings inspired by a specific element of her artwork. Meredith edits and transforms the chosen element into a distinctive pattern. Once this pattern emerges, she plays with scale and color to develop unique collections that are at home amidst a wide variety of styles.
The color and scale of the textiles and wallcoverings can be customized to perfectly fit your space and to reflect the client’s style and personality. Her tabletop collection is coming soon! Click here for her website.
Meredith Grabham Designs launched her namesake boutique interior design firm in 2007. Having studied art history, interior design, fine art and graphic design, it was only a matter of time before Meredith's passions merged. In 2015, Meredith launched a textile line of patterns inspired by elements in her original mixed media artwork.
Read moreSold! Under Contract in 8 Days, Closed at 25% Over Area Sold Home Prices
What a fun listing to represent for a great, longtime friend! His mid-century home in Wynnewood Hills was an absolute treasure, and an absolute pleasure to market. Social media and advertising does work. With 63 people through the door at our first open house, we had it under contract in a matter of days and obtained backup contracts as well. Thanks for the opportunity, Ken! And as the former General Manager of Barney’s Dallas, Ken acquired amazing collectible furniture, which he now has for sale at the White Elephant. Check it out soon as he is selling it all so quickly. He has the eye for style!
What a fun listing to represent for a great, longtime friend! His mid-century home in Wynnewood Hills was an absolute treasure, and an absolute pleasure to market. Social media and advertising does work. With 63 people through the door at our first open house, we had it under contract in a matter of days and obtained backup contracts as well.
Read moreA Mid Century Masterpiece! Coming Soon On the Market!
1327 Bar Harbor Drive, Dallas, Texas 75232
A grand drive up with a sleek and sexy appeal, this 1967 mid-century stunner designed by architect John Thompson has been gracefully transitioned to embrace the admired design of the era. In fact, the authenticity of the home scored it a feature on the 42nd Old Oak Cliff Conservation League Home Tour in 2015. The 3,500-square foot home integrates open spaces and brings the outdoors in. Three large mountain Junipers perfectly perched in front frame the facade of the home and balance the small Zen garden that is artfully tucked behind the perforated brick screen wall. Subtle lighting gently cascades down on the waterfall completely visible from the interior.
The best way to diminish the value of a mid-century home is to diverge from the aesthetics of the era. Thankfully, this one was updated with educated precision. The home boasts a wonderful curb appeal with its bold turquoise period front door and dramatic angles. The entry shows original brick flooring and opens to a tucked in seating salon (which could also be a dining area) carefully lit with a sputnik chandelier. The living room’s vaulted ceiling, elongated brick fireplace, and transom windows preserve the mid-century drama of this home. This classic style extends to the gourmet kitchen complete with custom sleek mahogany cabinets and a marble island. Off of the main kitchen, find a clean, white catering kitchen featuring a commercial grade beverage refrigerator, deep stainless-steel sink, and ample storage—ideal for the ultimate entertainer. Visible through the glass doors of the den, the home also showcases a spectacular Zen garden, complete with multiple waterfalls and a mature pecan tree sculptured with Mondo grass for total harmony. To the right, a sun-room looks out onto the Zen yard to add a tranquil, chic spot to meditate.
Off of the entry to the private quarters is a dramatic hallway with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out into the front rock garden, which is peppered with Japanese maples and harbored by a perforated brick wall. Each of the four bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, and, notably, the master bath has separate lavatories nicely divided by a marble frame-less shower and walk in closets on each side. The spacious master bed additionally features an off-master seating area with an original light fixture that exemplifies the striking geometric style of the mid-century era. Through the double glass doors, wake up and gaze into the grassed backyard decorated with two large urns overflowing with greenery and another beautiful water feature.
Bar Harbor is a winding street of architecturally interesting homes nestled under towering trees and located across from the Oak Cliff Country Club. This hidden gem, tucked away in beautiful Wynnewood Hills, rivals the best mid-century modern homes in Dallas. The home has been cleverly integrated with nature using ample windows and multiple areas of soothing, ambient lighting. 1327 Bar Harbor Drive will curb the carvings of any MCM aficionado.
The current owner installed one 5-ton and one 4-ton Trane HVAC unit in July of 2016. The home has a two-car garage with ample storage that opens to a rear driveway. All notable light fixtures will convey with the property, with exception to the Lalique wall sconce in the entry. Additionally, the two oversized urns with foliage will convey.
A grand drive up with a sleek and sexy appeal, this 1967 mid-century stunner designed by architect John Thompson has been gracefully transitioned to embrace the admired design of the era. In fact, the authenticity of the home scored it a feature on the 42nd Old Oak Cliff Conservation League Home Tour in 2015. The 3,500-square foot home integrates open spaces and brings the outdoors in. Three large mountain Junipers perfectly perched in front frame the facade of the home and balance the small Zen garden that is artfully tucked behind the perforated brick screen wall. Subtle lighting gently cascades down on the waterfall completely visible from the interior.
Read moreO So Happy With Riedel Happy O Vol 2
Riedel stemless crystal wine glasses have always been a staple in my collection of stemware. The light accent of color at the base of the glass subtly changes with the shade of wine and conveniently allows for identifying your glass. Excitingly, Riedel has expanded the 2017 Happy O #2 collection with four more hues: TURQUOISE, PURPLE, RED, AND ORANGE.
Read moreSophisticated Style-- A Classic Highland Park Stunner
A modern eye is necessary to keep a well built and designed home current, and was a total success on this beautiful home. The details tastefully blend the more traditional aspects of this home, and transform it into a sophisticated showcase. Let me walk you through some of the incredible details. The glass wall staircase sets the tone the minute one walks in the door, as a more modern and clean lighter look. This is often one of the more notable features and changes that are overlooked. The antique mirror wall in the dining room is also a hint of modern with almost a cloudlike texture as opposed to a distressed true antique mirrored wall. Many homes are painted all white and tend to be too monochromatic. This home creates moody settings such as the dark fireplace offset with the incredible chalky white Venetian plaster walls and trayed ceilings.
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