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Life in the Design District: DDD residents discuss living in the area

Jul 19, 2011 No Comments by

We were interested to see what people living in the DDD thought about the neighborhood. Why did they choose to live in the Design District? What do they love about the DDD? What improvements need to be made? Below are excerpts from the interviews. Also, we want to hear your feedback. What is life in the [...]

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Who needs a refreshing cocktail recipe? I do!

Jul 05, 2011 No Comments by

Whew! It’s hot out there. Cool down with this yummy Watermelon Lemonade recipe from Cassandra Fine Catering located on Dragon St. in the Design District. Recipe for Watermelon Lemonade Fresh Watermelon, Seeded Simple Syrup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh Lime Juice Blend and serve over ice! (Can be served with champagne, vodka or gin for adult libation) Thanks [...]

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Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Opening Ceremony Delayed

Jun 23, 2011 No Comments by

The City of Dallas recently announced that the opening celebration for the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge will be held on March 2-4. The bridge was previously scheduled to open in late October. Below is information on the event from the City of Dallas press release. Lynn McBee, event chair, said, “The weekend of March 2nd [...]

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III Thursday Gives Back @ International

Jun 14, 2011 No Comments by

Calling all designers: Please join us at Bausman & Company and bring your overstock wallpaper, lampshades, pillows, and more to benefit Dwell with Dignity. Cash gifts would be appreciated as well.   Dwell with Dignity is a non-profit group of Interior Designers and volunteers dedicated to creating soothing, inspiring homes for families struggling with homelessness [...]

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Trinity Strand Update from Executive Director Shelly White

Apr 28, 2011 No Comments by

The Trinity Strand Trail Plaza at Turtle Creek was completed in May 2010, and our trailhead at the end of Hi Line Drive was built in fall 2009. Besides the two completed trailheads, we have finalized designs for the concrete portion of trail along the river channel between Market Center and Farrington (almost two miles). [...]

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Interested in viewing a streetscape model of the Trinity River Project?

Apr 19, 2011 No Comments

 Then stop by the inaugural Earth Day Dallas event in the Dallas Arts District this Friday and Saturday. The event will feature free yoga, live music, environmental films, a speaker series, style show and tasty food trucks. Be sure to stop by the Trinity Trust booth for a look at the streetscape model of the Trinity [...]

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Nick Badovinus’ Off-Site Kitchen to open any day now

Apr 05, 2011 No Comments

Hooray Design District! The talented Nick Badovinus’ new restaurant concept is coming to the corner of Wycliff and Irving. Off-Site Kitchen plans to serve “light industrial food” such as short rib sandwiches and meatloaf. Off-Site Kitchen will serve breakfast and lunch. Our mouths are already watering!

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ASID ‘s “Unveiled” event held at Trinity Loft

Feb 22, 2011 No Comments

The ASID Dallas Design Community hosted their “UNVEILED” event this past on February 8th in the atrium area of the Trinity Loft.  UNVEILED was the first annual vendor night event where interior designers got a glimpse of some of this year’s newly released products.  A happy hour atmosphere including a wonderful venue, music, food, and wine provided [...]

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DPD’s January Crime Stats

Feb 15, 2011 No Comments

Check out the January crime stats for the Stemmons Corridor (DDD included!) compliments of the Dallas Police Department. January Crime Stats

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FEMA Remapping Neighborhood Meetings ~ First one today at Noon

Jan 11, 2011 No Comments

The City of Dallas is conducting a series of meetings to educate residents and business owners about the remapping of neighborhoods behind the Trinity River levees by FEMA. The levees have protected the City for decades but due to new, more stringent guidelines the levees have been decertified. The remapping may affect your propery in [...]

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