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THE WHITE ROCK HOME TOUR

APRIL 25-26

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9210 Royalpine
Built in 1965 by Jack Wilson of Ju-Nel Homes

The current owners were surprised to find a note from the original owner written on
the drop-down stairs leading to the attic: “I Ioved this house. Please love it, too.”

Signature Ju-Nel traits make the compact home seem large. The vaulted ceilings,
clerestory windows and light to open up living spaces. The L-shaped Master bedroom
with seating area and sliding door overlooking the backyard patio show the
architect’s exceptional use of space as well as a relaxing getaway.

The young first-time home buyers renovated without hiring a contractor to prove it’s
possible to remodel and decorate a mid-century modern home within a reasonable
budget while still keeping the style intended by the architect.

Recently installed stained concrete floors look original to the home. When renovating
the kitchen the owners installed new cabinets and countertops. By removing and
brightening the walls and countertops, they visually increased the size of the kitchen.
It also gave the kitchen and family room more of a great room feel.

The owner’s own art and photography line the home, showcasing her unique style.
Both owners are big fans of Craig’s List and Again and Again where they purchase
unique and vintage furnishings, including the vintage 60’s headboard and wicker
chair in the guest room.

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8834 Capri

Designed in 1962 by J. M. Zollicoffer and Associates
architecture and design firm

This split-level 3,000-sq.-ft. home was purchased from the original owner a year ago.
The well-preserved original blueprints show that over time, the original owners strayed
from the mid-century modern plans a bit, incorporating Spanish Contemporary elements
into the home. Using the architect’s original blueprint specifications, the current owners
have restored the home to its original design

The stone on the front exterior had been removed, but they were able to add it back,
thanks to the original blueprints. Landscaping the courtyard was “an adventure,” said the
owners. More than 100 potted plants were removed; the owners still don’t know what to
expect to see this spring. The current owners removed the courtyard gate during
renovations and intended to install a new one. But, after receiving so many comments
about the beautiful lighting seen from the home at twilight, they decided to leave it off for
now. The upstairs mother-in-law suite was added by the original architect a year after the
home was built. It was opened up to one large room and is now used as a playroom for the
owners’ four children. Once the children are older, it will be converted to a “master retreat."
Much of the striking artwork throughout the home was painted by the owner’s grandfather.
He worked as a story illustrator for the Saturday Evening Post in the 1940s and ‘50s.

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featured home

8939 Capri Ct.

Designed and built in early 1960s
by Ju-Nel Homes

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Capri Court is a hidden, tree-lined cul-de-sac of mid-century modern homes.
The tour home's low-pitched roof and front exterior of stone and textured
glass give the homeowners complete privacy from the street.
But once inside, the home opens itself up to a wooded acre lot that backs
up to a tranquil creek. Sixty feet of glass line the back walls of the master
bedroom, living room and kitchen, affording park-like views. Bobcats and
Mexican owls are often seen enjoying this home's peaceful atmosphere that
is just seven miles from NorthPark mall.

The interior décor is vintage modern, but never stark. Some of their favorite pieces are
the Saarinen dining chairs and Eames lounger. They want their modern home to feel
comfortable and welcoming for family and friends. The décor is a perfect complement
to Ju-Nel’s trademark vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and stone fireplace. The brick
used in the flooring was purchased by the architect from the Chicago Fire – one
example of Ju-Nel’s avant garde eco-friendly thinking.

This residence has more than 2,400 sq. ft. of living space with a T-shape floor plan
that includes four bedrooms and an office. A 1974 addition is used for the children’s
bedrooms, play area and separate bathroom. Music is the owner’s hobby; the large
lot accommodates a private studio in a separate building behind the house.

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10018 Woodgrove

Designed and built in 1957

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Many consider mid-century modern homes a work of art. So it’s fitting that this 1957
California Ranch-style home and studio is owned by local artisan, James Colley.
He began drawing at the age of five and his work is now seen in upscale hotels,
businesses and places of worship across the United States. His 2,700-sq.-ft. home
showcases some of his favorite pieces while the converted garage is a convenient
studio for him and his artist son who is a senior at Booker T. Washington High School
for the Performing and Visual Arts.

The elevated lot gives the V-shaped floor plan, flat-lined roof and glass door entry
a dramatic view from the street. A local contractor originally built the home for himself
and ordered the plans from a California-based company. The fireplace seen from the
front exterior is actually a faux fireplace. Oak-lined vaulted ceilings command
immediate attention upon entering the home. The wood floors added by the
current owner were salvaged from school gymnasiums. The spacious master suite
added a few years ago has a peaceful backyard view from every angle.

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8930 Groveland
Designed and built in 2007
by Alan Hoffman

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Nestled on a treed lot in an urban forest, 8930 Groveland Drive is a traditional home that
operates like a modern marvel. A feat of 21st century eco-friendly design, it is the second
residence in Dallas to earn a Platinum-level LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building
Council. The stucco exterior surrounds a building envelope made with insulated concrete
forms (ICFs), which are Styrofoam blocks filled with concrete. Eight times more energy-
fficient than regular construction, ICFs reduce energy bills by 30 to 50 percent each month.

The façade, made with hand-cut Granbury stone from the North Texas Hill Country,
is framed by a cedar porch. The casually elegant interior exudes rustic ambience.
Nature and animal motifs figure prominently in the artwork, which includes a large-scale
mural of an African savannah in an upstairs bedroom. Green features include stained
concrete floors, locally sourced wood, a solar-powered gate, low-E windows, in-floor air
ducts, ENERGY STAR appliances, and a 21 SEER HVAC system, one of the most energy
efficient available.

Geared towards sustainable living, the home demonstrates xeriscaping at its finest,
with native plants interspersed amongst patios and an outdoor deck. An herb garden
and a vegetable patch bring country flair to this home in the city.

D Magazine voted builder Alan Hoffmann one of Dallas’ top 25 builders
two years in a row.

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