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High-Contrast Elegance in a Montrose New Build

This two-story home in Houston’s hip neighborhood masterfully allies white with black, navy, and dark wood tones.

06/22/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Heights Bungalow with Way More Space Than Meets the Eye

Built in 1925, this property was one of the first homes built in the historic Norhill neighborhood.

06/15/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Galleria Penthouse with All the Views

Get a taste of the Uptown life, with a private elevator to get there.

06/08/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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An Entertainer’s Dream in Piney Point Village

Think of all the dinner parties you could throw in this Houston home.

06/01/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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An 1800s Estate with an Instagram-Famous Wedding Venue

The 56-acre North Texas listing includes a main residence, guest house, chapel and party barn, helipad, and pool.

05/25/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Modern Hideaway in Hill Country

Energy-efficient construction, plus some really pretty scenery, makes this an ideal rural retreat.

05/18/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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Building a Dream Home on a Houston Bayou

A local attorney designed a smart, serene escape from the hustle and bustle of a busy Oak Forest road.

05/16/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Storybook River Oaks Home

A 2023 remodel combines vintage charm with elegant upgrades.

05/11/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Glamorous Custom Home in Highland Park

Custom craftsmanship and gilded accents with, yes, a few palm trees in the mix.

05/04/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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Two Restored Bungalows in the First Ward

Local couple relishes bringing back the historic charm of Arts District homes.

04/27/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Contemporary Craftsman in the Greater Heights

This home embodies Old World presence with a host of modern perks inside.

04/20/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Midcentury Duplex in Montrose With an Artsy Past

This unique live/work space mixes Mies van der Rohe cool with unpretentious, livable updates.

04/13/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Houston, We Have a Problem

How NASA Restored Its Historic Apollo Mission Control Center

The historic control center at the heart of the Apollo 11 moon landing was almost lost to neglect. Then a retired flight director got involved.

04/12/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Spacious Downtown Loft with Views for Days

This Bayou Loft's corner unit offers a host of perks, including high ceilings and a rooftop pool.

04/06/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Modern Home Outside Austin Will Make You Appreciate Hill Country Even More

This Dripping Springs retreat features unbeatable scenery out every window and even more gorgeous views at night.

03/30/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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Take a Stroll Inside Five Modern Houston Homes This Weekend

Check out the Houston Modern Homes Tour, a self-guided architectural experience with gorgeous homes from Sugar Land to Spring Branch.

03/23/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Real Estate

Quality Over Quantity

After living in their beloved Third Ward bungalow for 15 years, a couple calls on a husband-and-wife architecture team to give it a modest, modern expansion hidden from the street.

03/21/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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Modern Shapes In the Heights

Soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass, and a private courtyard are just a few of the perks in this original home.

03/16/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Tudor Revival in the Rice/Museum District

Designed by two architects, past and present, it’s the perfect mix of period detail and modern function.

03/09/2023 By Melissa Dalton

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A Modernized Midcentury in Memorial

This updated 1959 home features a suite of custom finishes including butler’s pantry, Venetian fireplace, and soaking tub overlooking the garden.

03/02/2023 By Melissa Dalton