Indoor-outdoor spaces, shady courtyards, sun-washed spaces, and a Mediterranean feel. Does that sound like Southern California? Maybe the Pacific Coast?
Of course, it does, but if you check out this Spanish Colonial residence at the end of a winding drive in Southlake, you might get confused. The current homeowners, who designed the 9,796-square-foot house, wanted it that way. They imported that California style they loved so much, trying to recreate in Texas what they loved in their home state.
“They wanted the Santa Barbara, Montecito feel,” said listing agent Gabriella Miller with Christie’s International Real Estate @properties Lone Star. “You’re just transported.”
California Vision
The current owners bought the 4.7-acre property at 545 W Highland St. in 2009, scraping the lot and starting over with their vision of Southern California. They retained the canopy of trees while building a unique home born from careful planning. Originally from the Golden State, the homeowners curated ideas for their house and selected Cary Hy, a Northeast Tarrant County builder of more than 25 years…