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The Buzz around Preston Hollow

It's confirmed, the Bushes are moving to the Big D. Not a huge shock, since Texas has been the most welcoming Bush state. What does shock me is the ranch style house they purchased in Preston Hollow. They could have gone for something opulent or a new build. Their selection is quite down to earth.  The H thinks they will probably tear down the homes' and build something new eventually, since the lots are acreages. That is a huge trend in New and Old Preston Hollow, here in Dallas. It's a small community settled in a lush wooded area.It's a little less in your face like Highland Park and University Park; where residents have more show than go. Homes here are varied sizes and prices. From 3-bedroom single family homes to Mega estates. It is also  a diverse community. (Surprisingly.) Homes range from Mediterranean Style Mansions sitting on 4 acres (homes of T Boone Pickens and Mark Cuban) to more popular  1950's Styled Home that have been gutted out with Modern Interiors to retain that swanky 50's vibe. Personally, I love the Brat Pack Homes more than the new builds. Mod has more character. So, in that department, they did a-okay.

There is indeed a thrill factor around here. The two term President has had a controversial and highly judged Presidency. Who can deny that? Now, if the Clintons or Obamas' were moving in, I would join in on the welcome wagon.

There is an excitement of sorts in the neighborhood. {yes, even from Liberals} The "what if" possibility. What if I run into Laura at the Spa? Will the guys  rolling up in Black Suburbans buy produce from the same Whole Foods? Will George W. be shopping at Northpark?  Will they be brunching at Popolos?

What would we say to him? Welcome to Dallas? Thanks for a Good Run?  UGH. I wonder if I will run into them at some point? Literally three streets down on Daria Place; just  might be time to move to a Blue State.

SOURCES:
Preston Hollow is Buzzing about the Bushes

Dallas Dirt: Exclusive Bush Home
Dallas Business Journal
BBC: New home for the Bushes
Washington Post: Back to the Lone Star State
Houston Chronicle: From Pennsylvania Ave. to Preston Hollow

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Sexy Seating

Shapely curves, plush fabrics, dramatic wingtips, or your own film noir-esque cuddle hub. The right kind of seating can add drama and character to your lovely pad. Whether it be a parlor chaise in your master suite or a coupling of arm chairs admiring the fireplace, sexy seating rocks. Chairs are artpieces. They are in a category of their own when it comes to furniture all together. The craftmanship, the tuffting, the details, the fabric, the finish, all are distinct characteristics of the whole body of a chair.

Chairs are more than seating. They are conversation pieces. They can be that one stand alone piece that makes your sitting area or living room dramatic. If you are tired of  that "pulled out of the Ikea catalogue"  look, adding that unique chair might helpt. Visiting antique stores, estates sales, garage sales and even the curb--might unite you with that rare find. You can totally finish a chair by reupholstering and revarnishing. That's the beauty of seating. If the structure is sound, you can embelish and adourn it in your home.

I have found ratty but rockin' chairs at antique stores that oozed character, all they needed was a little touch up. For me purchasing a chaise for $300, and investing $120 in touch ups, added to a refurbished anitque chaise valued at $700. That's not bad for a do it yourselfer.  You can also fine tune your bargaining skills and win yourself some stay in the budget find. Besides the value, you are adding a one of a kind piece to your own home with history and character. Aren't our homes a reflection of our personal taste?

Currently I am on a sexy Seating mission. From Mod patio furniture to masculine Arm chairs, I am mad about theatrics, drama, and colour. I hope I find that one chair that begs me to recline and relax!

Here are some Chairs I have come across that just whisper back sweet nothings, Enjoy!: [click to enlarge]