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Ray Washburne Interviews Mark Lamster at Park House
One of my favorite conversations about Dallas took place at Park House in Highland Park Village. Highland Park Village owner and developer Ray Washburne interviewed Dallas Morning News architecture critic Mark Lamster about his book, Welcome to Paradox City. What made it so informative and enjoyable was the balance of power between two people whose influence and knowledge of Dallas come from very different perspectives.
Mark brought to light historical and architectural details I had been unaware of. Ray added anecdotes about Dallas history and architecture and observations about the urban grid that I had not considered. They often agreed for different reasons and disagreed with respect and humor.
Both thought the Philip Johnson-designed Kennedy Memorial was not a successful project. Ray, with a smile, asked Mark, “Do you think we should tear it down?” Mark, the author of a book on Philip Johnson, was quick to smile back and say no.
On City Hall, where their views differ, Ray gave Mark the last word to explain why he opposed demolishing the building. Knowledge, congeniality and respect kept both powers in check—neither could rely on easy pronouncements.
The result was a cordial conversation that provided an informative, fun view of Dallas, its history and its future—conversation at its best.
Park House Balcony in Highland Park Village
Celebrating at Closing of New Home
Another family chooses Dallas. When people ask me why Dallas is successful, I immediately think of the people who choose to move to Dallas and make it their home. Some relocations feel like postings where someone is obligated to move to a city for a job and anticipates moving on. Most of the people I help buy a home are moving to Dallas to make Dallas home.
Evening at Cafe Pacific Celebrating New Home
The Excitement of a Lakewood Home
Libby and Michael Guerrero and their daughter are the perfect example of a family that immediately boosts the quality of Dallas. Dr. Michael Guerrero is a microbiologist and scientist over the research at Colossal doing de-extinction, bringing back extinct species, a process that will have major benefits for civilization, science and medicine. Libby has a Master’s Degree and is also prominent in the field of medicine. This is a family that is not fleeing California or New York but choosing Dallas over a nice community in Raleigh, North Carolina. Their daughter is equally excited about the DISD grade school she will be attending, particularly its theater program. What I find is that homeowners attracted to Dallas also find the city attractive to them. Michael and Libby already feel part of the city.
Markus Bernsen of Denmark Newspaper Weekendavisen Interviews Douglas Newby at Cafe Pacific
Scott and Tracy Bundy represent why people love Highland Park
Lindsey and Mitchell Brown Share Ideas About Dallas and SMU
Lindsey and Mitchell Brown have infused new energy and connectivity to the SMU Alumni with the 1911 Group. Here at Cafe Pacific in Highland Park, ideas are discussed about Dallas, SMU, and the dynamic interaction of the SMU Alumni. It is always a pleasure to spend time with these two insightful and talented people.
Dinner Under the Stars at Cafe Pacific for Interior Designer Stars
How can one have a more elegant and fun evening than joining gracious and clever interior designers that are the best in their field in Dallas and across the country exchanging ideas, stories and past hijinks. Cafe Pacific on the patio was the perfect setting for this April dinner under the stars.
Park House Lunch with John Reoch
Park House in Highland Park Village is a convenient spot for lunch halfway between the estate area of Highland Park and Bluffview.
Mary Peyton Burgher Promotes Good Architecture, Preservation and Aesthetics in Dallas and Across Texas
Perini Ranch Comes to Highland Park Village Loaded with Smoked Tenderloins for Their Clients
Honor Bar at Highland Park Village
Interior Designer Sue Long at Preservation Park Cities Christmas Reception
Fashion in Highland Park Village
Highland Park Homeowner Christy Nance Enjoys Cafe Pacific Patio
Real Estate Broker Connie Harkins Enjoying Cafe Pacific Patio
Steve Levine on Cafe Pacific Patio
At Park House, Architect Tom Kligerman and Home Owner Bill Addy Discuss Exciting New Modern Home
Karen Foster
Dallas is a city of creators, contributors and connectors. Karen Foster is all three of these, but what I really admire is her ability to gracefully connect people that are able to contribute even more because of her introduction. Here we are pictured in front of Cafe Pacific after lunch and a great exchange of information and insights.
Cafe Pacific at Highland Park Village
Café Pacific is a time-honored restaurant in Highland Park Village owned by Highland Park homeowner Jack Knox, who has a gorgeous, architect-designed historic home located on Armstrong Parkway. Café Pacific is imbued with civility, fun and unparalleled service and food—all qualities of Highland Park. Highland Park Village, owned by Highland Park homeowners, has restaurants for all occasions and moods, made even better by the patronage of Highland Park residents. And what better atmosphere for Christmas than several hundred thousand twinkling white lights installed at Highland Park Village for the holidays, with shops that would be the envy of Madison Avenue or Rodeo Drive.