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homes designed for gathering. Open layouts and chef-grade kitchens set the stage, while wet bars, wine storage, and flexible multi-level living keep entertaining effortless. Outside, the mood turns resort-like with pools, spas, cabanas, fireplaces, and outdoor kitchens—often paired with coveted privacy on cul-de-sacs, greenbelts, or acreage. Together, these five properties balance modern updates with lifestyle-forward settings.

Across North Texas, a desirable quintet of homes captures the region’s effortless blend of lakeside calm and polished suburban living. From modern luxury on the water in Corsicana, complete with boathouse, deck, and sweeping views, to refined Plano estates near Gleneagles and in West Plano with studies, wet bars, and spa-inspired primary suites, each residence prioritizes generous, open design. In Prosper and Frisco, one-story living shines on greenbelt and Legacy settings, where sunset views, vaulted ceilings, and natural light underscore everyday ease.

Across this quartet of residences, luxury is measured in how gracefully daily life moves between indoors and out. In Old Town Fort Collins, a light-filled townhome pairs an urban address with a rooftop vantage and elevator ease. Near Lake Texoma, a resort-style estate turns patios, poolside zones, and purpose-built upgrades into true living space. In Dallas’s Museum Tower, protected Arts District views meet direct elevator entry and service-rich convenience. On Lake Lewisville, shoreline serenity and expansive patios frame a private retreat.

Across North Texas, a quintet of residences reframes luxury as an at-home resort built for gathering. From a Mizner-inspired Mediterranean sanctuary on 12.8 acres in Plano to a creek-backed modern estate in gated Glen Abbey, these homes place setting and craftsmanship on equal footing. Entertainment is architectural here, with features such as a two-lane Brunswick bowling alley, a $250,000 cinema, and media-ready living designed for scale. Multi-structure flexibility, garage-forward utility, and purposeful privacy round out the lifestyle.

A new Catena Homes residence is nearing the market in Preston Hollow. Called The Stonecroft, the nearly one-acre property was designed by Briggs Architecture and Design, with interiors by Sees Design.

Haven TeamAug 10, 2026 · 3 min read

Country estates across North Texas and Oklahoma range from equestrian compounds and working ranches to lakefront homes and residences surrounded by wooded land. These five destinations combine distinctive scenery with expansive properties near established downtown areas and outdoor recreation.

Haven TeamAug 3, 2026 · 3 min read

Outdoor spaces continue to play a prominent role in residential design. In the American Institute of Architects’ Q2 2025 Home Design Trends Survey, , at 55% in the first quarter of 2025, compared with 60% in the first quarter of 2024. The score represents the percentage of architects reporting increased popularity minus the percentage reporting a decline.

Haven TeamJul 20, 2026 · 5 min read

Across North Texas, a quintet of homes and ranches traces a distinctly land-centric way of living—where acreage, ponds, and pastures matter as much as interiors. From Sulphur Springs’ French-inspired estate set amid a pecan plantation to Scurry’s 760± acre working ranch with multiple ponds and outbuildings, each property highlights readiness and versatility. Even in Dallas and Fort Worth, renovated and recent-build residences emphasize efficient upgrades, outdoor living, and everyday functionality, balancing privacy with Metroplex access.

Across North Texas, a quartet of sold residences illustrates how desirable homes take shape in distinct settings. In Denton, an Avalon model rests quietly along the North golf course, positioned at the 7th hole tee box for a lifestyle tied to manicured fairways. Royse City offers a never-lived-in, single-story Bloomfield design with a media room, quartz-topped chef’s kitchen, and covered patio. Uptown Dallas brings modern sophistication and everyday convenience, while Richardson highlights an expanded, reimagined single-story home on a wide interior lot in Arapaho Heights.