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Scenes from D Home’s Summer Issue Party 2024

Jordan Radasch — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

On May 9, the Dallas home and design community gathered at SieMatic Dallas to celebrate the release of D Home’s 2024 Summer Issue. Prominent community members socialized with D Home staff, savoring food, wine, and entertainment. SieMatic Dallas embodies 90 years of expertise in crafting modern European kitchens tailored to individual styles and needs. The … Continued

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How to Cook with Oil

Grace John — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 17:37:48 +0000

Using the cooking oil that pairs best with your dish can take your food from good to great. But in addition to an oil’s inherent flavor, it’s important to consider its smoke point, or the temperature at which the fats within it break down and begin to produce smoke (which can make your food taste … Continued

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20 Gorgeous Coffee Table Books with Dallas Authors

Grace John — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:00:25 +0000

No matter your interior design style, a hardcover coffee table book adds a personal touch to any space. Much like art framed on your walls, coffee table books encapsulate your interests and inspiration, be it modern architecture, traditional style, or lavish tablescapes. Plus, flipping through the pages can help bring your style to life. If … Continued

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Your Dallas Birthday Party Starter Pack

Grace John — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:53:11 +0000

Gone are the days when a simple sheet cake, a few balloons, and a pinata were enough to sufficiently celebrate the anniversary of your beloved child’s entrance into the world. No, now your entitled offspring expect to be entertained on their birthday. Fortunately, these cake shops, rentals, and party professionals know how to make your kid’s day … Continued

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Shop Vintage Home Goods on These Dallas-based Instagram Accounts

Grace John — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:51:20 +0000

There is a new energy around vintage shopping. Proof is in the sell-out crowds at Round Top, influencers’ “come with me to the thrift store” videos, and Facebook furniture flips. But sifting through dusty antique malls can be daunting; no one wants to be the literal bull in the china shop. But we come bearing … Continued

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Everything You Need to Know about LED Lighting

Grace John — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 16:49:30 +0000

A light fixture is only as good as the bulb you put in it. But a visit to the lighting aisle can get overwhelming fast with the number styles, shapes, and applications available today. We asked Lights Fantastic’s former president, Jon Sayah, to illuminate us on what we should know. Plus: Local design minds weigh … Continued

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A Quick Primer on Being a Good Party Guest

Grace John — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Much has been written on how to be a hospitable host. But just as important is how to be an gracious guest. Aside from being mindful not to over-imbibe and avoiding taboo topics like religion, politics, and your Swiftie status, how you arrive—e.g., not empty-handed—and how you express your thanks (hint: in writing) are the … Continued

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These Dallas Designers Just Launched New Mantel Collections

Andrea Chavez — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 20:02:25 +0000

For millennia, folks have gathered ’round the fire to tell stories, to cook, to stay warm. In 2024, the fireplace is still the congregation point in a home, and the focal point of whatever room he’s designing, says architect and interior designer Eddie Maestri. He recently launched his debut mantel collection. Designer Chad Dorsey agrees. … Continued

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5 Tips on Styling Open Shelving

Andrea Chavez — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 19:52:32 +0000

Jennifer Littke has an eye for functional beauty. Her former Oak Cliff kitchen shop, Set & Co., was a haven for pieces that looked as good as they performed. Inside her former Lakewood home, the interior designer artfully displayed personal treasures and found objects with enviable instinct and restraint. We asked her for pointers on … Continued

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Everything You Need to Know about Cast Iron Skillets

Andrea Chavez — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Most folks are confused as to what a cast-iron skillet can do. Former owner of Ettiene Market (now The Standard) Coryanne Ettiene attributes that to, in part, the years-long market domination of Lodge skillets—which, while fine in quality, are coated and therefore lack some of the benefits of naked cast-iron. Ettiene breaks it down: “Anything … Continued

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4 Ways to Revamp Your Work-From-Home Set Up

Andrea Chavez — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Whether or not you’re a work-from-home proponent, I think we can all see the benefit of having designated work spaces in our homes. But having an in-home office doesn’t have to mean a major renovation or building on a new addition. With a few paper supplies from Missing Q, a space-saving Design Within Reach desk, … Continued

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10 Things to Consider Before Buying a House in Dallas

Andrea Chavez — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 15:24:53 +0000

There’s more to house hunting than seeking out the right size, price, and neighborhood. To help you find your true dream home, Dallas’ real estate pros share some oft-overlooked items you should add to your checklist before signing on that dotted line. Check the size of the garage to make sure your cars will fit. … Continued

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