Preston Hollow, TX March 2026 by City Lifestyle

Home Sweet Home

As the first hints of spring begin to color the lawns of Preston Hollow, I find myself reflecting on the incredible ecosystem that makes this neighborhood more than just a place to live—it’s a place to belong.

This month, we are hitting a beautiful stride. The energy in the air is palpable, and it’s the perfect moment to pause and extend a heartfelt thank you to the people who breathe life into these pages.

TO OUR VALUED PARTNERS

To the local business owners, the artisans, and the entrepreneurs: you are the backbone of our community. Your commitment to excellence—whether it’s providing world-class service or unique local products—gives us something worth writing about. Thank you for trusting us to tell your stories and for your unwavering support of Preston Hollow City Lifestyle. We are honored to grow alongside you.

TO OUR DEDICATED READERS

You are the reason we do what we do. From the feedback we receive at the coffee shop to the stories you share with us online, your engagement fuels our creativity. Our goal is always to provide you with a window into the best of our neighborhood, and we are deeply grateful that you’ve made us a part of your monthly routine.

"Community is much more than belonging to something; it’s about doing something together that makes belonging matter."

As we move into this new season, let’s continue to support local, shop small, and look out for one another. We have some exciting features lined up this month that highlight the innovation and heart right here in our backyard, and I can’t wait for you to dive in.

BRET MCKINNEY, PUBLISHER @PRESTONHOLLOWCITYLIFESTYLE

March 2026

PUBLISHER

Bret McKinney | bret.mckinney@citylifestyle.com

MANAGING EDITOR

Melissa Mullen | melissa.mullen@citylifestyle.com

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Laura Sabia | laura.sabia@citylifestyle.com

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Kathy Moreno | kathy.moreno@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Alexis Jacobs

Corporate Team

CEO Steven Schowengerdt

President Matthew Perry

COO David Stetler

CRO Jamie Pentz

CoS Janeane Thompson

AD DESIGNER Rachel Chrisman

LAYOUT DESIGNER Jamie Housh

QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Brandy Thomas

city scene

1: Luncheon chairs Sonya Tanna and Erika McCarthy at Bass Hall. 2: Principal Dancer Andre Silva 3: Soloists Katelyn Rhodes and Kyle Torres-Hiyoshi

4: Corps de Ballet Dancers Jackson Bayhi and AvaRose Dillon 5: Principal Dancer Andre Silva 6: Artists of Texas Ballet Theater and Studio Training Company 7: Principal Dancer Nicole Von Enck Photography by Sharon Bradford

At Southern Style Remodel, we prioritize delivering the highest quality renovation projects while maintaining effective pricing. We use our own staff (not subcontractors) to ensure only the highest quality craftsmanship and to avoid project delays. Our background in construction engineering has equipped us to listen attentively to our customers, assist with design and material selection, and maintain clear communication throughout every phase of the project, always placing your interests at the forefront.

southernstyleremodel.com

469.305.2179

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WATER DAMAGE SOLUTIONS

Celebrating Women Who Lead

The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) is proud to highlight women driving transformative change in the field of psoriatic disease. NPF recognizes two extraordinary leaders from Dallas whose work has profoundly advanced NPF's mission to drive efforts to cure psoriatic disease and improve the lives of all those affected. Join us for this special evening celebrating their work and raising funds to advance the mission of the National Psoriasis Foundation!

Texas Bio Clean

Metroplex. Available 24/7, their IICRC-certified technicians handle high-stakes cleaning, including biohazard and crime scene cleanup, mold remediation, and water damage restoration. Beyond emergencies, they provide expert care for carpets, upholstery, and stone surfaces like marble and granite. With a focus on discretion and efficiency, they aim to restore safety and peace of mind to Texas homes and businesses.

AW Concierge Elevates your Home

AW Concierge is a premium lifestyle and property management company serving the Dallas, Texas area (specifically noted in affluent communities like Preston Hollow). They specialize in "peace of mind" services for highnet-worth individuals, busy executives, and seasonal travelers who need their homes managed with a high level of discretion and professional care. Services include: Professional Home Watch, Relocation & Moving Support, Estate Management & Maintenance, Lifestyle & Personal Assistance, and more!

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GET IN TOUCH AT CITYLIFESTYLE.COM/ PRESTONHOLLOW

PRECISION WINE CELLAR

CRAFTSMANSHIP

Custom-built wine cellars sit at a rare intersection of construction, engineering, and precise environmental control. They are not decorative afterthoughts or upgraded closets; they are carefully calibrated environments where even a small error can compromise an entire collection. According to William Thomas, owner of Timber Creek Carpentry, that reality explains why true wine cellar specialists are increasingly rare and essential.

The industry is highly specialized, William notes, with few experienced tradesmen and a diminishing supply of skilled craftsmen. An aging workforce, declining skilled immigration, and the reluctance of typical home builders to assume the unique liabilities wine cellars entail have only intensified the scarcity.

Timber Creek Carpentry brings more than four decades of wine cellar expertise to the DFW luxury market, strengthened by William’s unique professional journey. A graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy who served in West Berlin while the Berlin Wall still divided the city, William spent 25 years in telecommunications and IT before returning to his roots as a second-generation home builder and remodeling general contractor. That combination allows him to bridge highly technical construction with the expectations of discerning clients.

He understands the mindset of white-collar clients because he was one himself, yet he has also built homes, remodeled them, and managed sprawling properties. That rare combination, he says, is what matters when the margin for error is zero.

Every Timber Creek wine cellar begins with a custom fit to the space and the client’s vision. The team first meets with clients to ensure expectations, budget, and scope align. On-site consultations follow, with measurements and a detailed review of every component — from insulation and vapor barriers to refrigeration strategy. Collaborative design sessions with cabinet designers, material selection, pricing, scheduling, and construction complete the process. Final punch-list items are addressed only after all systems are tested and operating reliably.

“EVERY GREAT WINE CELLAR REQUIRES A BUILDER WITH YEARS OF EXPERIENCE,

For homeowners exploring pre-built or DIY cellars, the risks can be surprisingly high. William points out that Timber Creek handles most refrigeration repairs and warranty work in DFW —and many calls come from clients who followed instructions perfectly yet still faced moisture problems or system failures. Wine cellar cooling operates differently from standard HVAC, with critical nuances even experienced contractors often miss. Once mold appears, remediation can require full replacement and specialized insurance coverage, highlighting the value of professional expertise from the start.

Timber Creek designs cellars in nearly any space — beneath staircases, inside closets, along feature walls, within enclosed rooms, or as freestanding glass installations. Materials range from traditional woods to glass, chrome, acrylic, stainless steel, brass, copper, and colored iron. Many designs feature natural

stone countertops, metal ceiling tiles, custom lighting, and architectural glass walls. Climate systems are engineered for precise temperature and humidity control, whether standalone or part of integrated multi-cellar networks.

Timelines vary. Fully enclosed room cellars typically take four to six months, while cabinet-based or bar installations may be completed in six to eight weeks. Throughout, Thomas emphasizes communication, meticulous documentation, and attention to detail.

“We provide full consultation, seamless automation integration, comprehensive warranties, and long-term service — even for systems we didn’t install,” he says. “This is what true experience looks like. Our work doesn’t end when the cellar is complete; it continues for as long as the collection requires care.”

TimberCreekCarpentry.com | 469.406.6064

ELEVATING THE ART OF LIVING:

ARTICLE BY BRET MCKINNEY

PHOTOGRAPHY BY KRISTI KIRKPATRICK

that serves as the engine for true residential transformation. This division bridges the gap between high-end retail curation and full-scale general contracting, offering a seamless "conceptto-completion" experience.

A DESIGN-FIRST APPROACH

What distinguishes the Renovations Division from a standard general contractor is its pedigree in interior design. Every project begins with the aesthetic vision found in their showrooms. Their team of in-house designers and contractors works in tandem to ensure that structural changes—like removing walls to create open-concept floor plans—never compromise the home's character. Whether updating a historic Tudor in Highland Park or modernizing a mid-century gem in North Dallas, the goal is always a blend of functionality and "to-the-trade" luxury.

COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE SPECTRUM

The Interior specializes in high-impact transformations, including:

• Gourmet Kitchens: Custom cabinetry, high-end appliance integration, and premium stone surfacing.

• Spa-Like Bathrooms: Master suite gut-renovations featuring custom tile work and luxury fixtures.

• Whole-House Transformations: Complete interior overhauls that update aging wiring and plumbing while reimagining the home’s layout.

• Site Preparation: A unique commitment to the "whiteglove" experience, including professional furniture moving and dust safeguarding before construction begins.

THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIP

The Interior Dallas’ reputation is bolstered by its status as a trusted partner for major real estate firms like Compass and Ebby Halliday. By focusing on "ROI-driven" renovations, the division helps homeowners maximize property value before a sale or customize a "forever home" for long-term enjoyment.

With over 30 years of industry experience, the division prides itself on transparency, utilizing fixed-bid pricing and dedicated project managers to keep renovations on schedule. By housing design, procurement, and construction under one roof, they eliminate the "middle-man" friction that often plagues home remodeling, making the journey as beautiful as the final result.

For more information visit theinteriordallas.com and follow us on Instagram @theinteriordallas

THE BOTANICAL

REVOLUTION:

Meet Botanist Nails

ARTICLE BY BRET MCKINNEY

Preston Hollow is a neighborhood that values the “clean luxury” aesthetic—where quality isn’t just seen, it’s felt. Local brand Botanist Nails is bringing that same standard to your vanity with a high-performance, plant-based approach to nail care that replaces toxic chemicals with botanical power.

Founded by Dallas-based physician Dr. Allison Leer, Botanist Nails was born from a medical understanding of nail health. After seeing the damage caused by traditional gels and acrylics, Dr. Leer co-founded the company to offer a “cleaner” alternative without sacrificing the salon-quality finish Preston Hollow residents expect.

THE SCIENCE OF “THE REMEDY”

The brand’s flagship product, The Remedy, is a 21-free, vegan-friendly strengthening polish that works while you wear it. Featuring an 84% plant-based formula, it’s infused with:

• Squalene & Olive Oil: To deeply hydrate the nail bed.

• Sugarcane & AHA: To promote cell turnover and smoothing.

• Amino Acids: To harden and repair brittle plates.

Whether you’re recovering from salon damage or simply seeking a sophisticated “clean girl” aesthetic, their curated palette

of sheer roses, nudes, and deep mochas provides a high-gloss, chip-resistant glow. By prioritizing long-term health over temporary fixes, Botanist Nails ensures your hands look as curated as your home.

To explore the benefits and aesthetic of Botanist Nails visit www.botanistnails.com and follow them @botanistnails

What Your Home is Really Saying

As a family therapist, I hear a lot of stories. Home is usually the setting

We have a couch at the foot of our bed. My kids have been flopping onto it for years—sometimes to talk about nothing, sometimes to talk about everything. I didn’t plan it that way. But that couch has become one of the most important pieces of furniture in our house. Every design choice—where you put the furniture, what’s on the walls, where you linger and where you pass through—shapes how your family connects. Your home is always saying something. The question is whether it’s saying what you actually mean.

ON CREATING SPACE FOR REAL CONVERSATION

That couch works because it’s where I already am. (Guilty—my bed is my favorite place.) Kids wander in, flop down, and talk. Sometimes it’s nothing: what happened at school, a random complaint, a question about dinner. Sometimes it’s everything: the friendship drama, the anxiety, the thing they’ve been holding onto for weeks. For you this might be the kitchen counter since you love to cook, your office where they can come in and sit for a minute, even the garage—wherever you spend lots of time, make space for them too.

ARTICLE BY JULIA HOFFMAN

When I was a teenager, I visited a family friend in Northern California. In their kitchen was a built-in reading nook with a clawfoot tub brimming with down pillows. Saybrook Sage curtains that matched the cabinets (it was the mid-90s) hung down, so you could either close yourself into this reading oasis and look out at the apricot orchard (they sold a lot of dried fruit) or be part of the kitchen convo—an invitation to join and a chance to be quiet.

That couch at the foot of my bed? It protects their rooms as their space. I knock before I enter their rooms, every time. Not because I think they’re hiding something, but because I want them to know their space belongs to them. Boundaries aren’t distance— they’re how you show someone their limits matter.

The couch says: You’re always welcome here. The knock says: Your space is yours. The clawfoot tub says: You can disappear for a bit, and still feel close. Kids need all three messages.

ON PHOTOS THAT TELL THE TRUTH

I still remember a photo I saw at a friend’s house in high school—her mom was in the school's fashion show (BIG deal) walking the runway in a yellow leather jacket, popping the collar. It was with other mismatched frames on top of their tube TV.

I’d never seen a photo of “just a mom” before. Not her graduation, not her wedding, not holding a baby. Just her. It said: I’m a person too. My kids are not my whole identity.

Put up candid photos. Silly ones. Your partner before you knew them. Yourself before kids. Moments that say we’re individuals who chose this life together—not just a family unit performing for a holiday card.

ON BEING THE HOUSE WHERE KIDS WANT TO HANG OUT

Be the house your kids want to bring their friends home to. Not because it’s the biggest or has the nicest stuff—but because nothing feels too precious. There’s a firepit outside with enough chairs for a few friends to sit and laugh. There’s a snack drawer that’s fair game. There’s a parent who waves hello and then disappears.

You want your home to be the place where your kid can walk in, slump off their backpack, and sink into feeling like themselves. That’s it. That’s the whole thing.

A home that supports healthy family dynamics isn’t about perfection. It’s about intention—small choices, repeated over time, that tell the people you love: You’re safe here. You matter here. You can be yourself here.

KAROLINA ZMARLAK AT TOOTSIE’S

STRUCTURAL STYLE

ARTICLE BY MELISSA MULLEN

EMBRACE A

Experience the pinnacle of modernist luxury at Tootsies Dallas as it hosts an exclusive trunk show for KZ_K Studio from March 26–28. This three-day event offers a rare opportunity to explore the latest "Cycle" from the New York-based label, known for redefining the contemporary wardrobe through architectural precision and high-performance craft.

THE VISIONARY BEHIND THE BRAND

Founded by Polish-born designer Karolina Zmarlak and her partner, architect Jesse Keyes, KZ_K Studio operates at the intersection of fashion and structural design. Zmarlak, an honors graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, draws inspiration from her European roots and a minimalist ethos. Her collaboration with Keyes ensures every garment is engineered with an "architectural soul," prioritizing form, function, and the movement of the modern woman.

The trunk show will feature the brand's signature "Transformational Habits"—versatile, multi-functional pieces designed to be worn in multiple ways. Embrace a "slow fashion" philosophy that favors durability and timeless style over fleeting trends. Join us at Tootsie's to meet with brand experts and curate a wardrobe built for a lifetime.

Meet Karolina Kmarlak at Tootsie's March 26-28. For more information visit Tootsies.com

See the World MORE CLEARLY: INTRODUCING PINK’S WINDOW CLEANING

ARTICLE BY BRET MCKINNEY

As the March sun begins to linger longer over the manicured lawns and architectural gems of Preston Hollow, there is a renewed focus on the home. Spring in Texas isn’t just a season; it’s an invitation to open up, refresh, and let the light in. However, after a winter of dust and unpredictable weather, your home’s most vital features—its windows—might be obscuring the view.

Enter Pink's Window Cleaning, the premier service now dedicated to ensuring Preston Hollow residents see their neighborhood in high definition.

BEYOND THE AVERAGE SPARKLE

Pinks isn’t just about a bucket and a squeegee; it’s about a professional, white-glove experience tailored for high-end residential estates. We understand that your home is your sanctuary. Our team specializes in the meticulous care required for custom glass, oversized panes, and intricate framing. Using eco-friendly solutions and advanced purified water technology, we remove mineral deposits and grime without leaving a single streak or residue behind.

WHY PINK'S?

• Safety First: Our technicians are fully insured and highly trained to navigate complex exterior heights safely.

• Detail Oriented: We don’t stop at the glass. Our comprehensive service includes cleaning sills, tracks, and screens to ensure a total refresh.

• Reliability: We respect your time. Pinks is known for punctual arrivals and a seamless, non-intrusive workflow.

This March, as you curate your home for the season, don't let dull glass dampen your interior design. Whether you are hosting a garden party or simply enjoying a quiet morning in the sunroom, let Pink's Window Cleaning provide the clarity you deserve.

Getting started is simple. Contact us today to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate and discover why your neighbors are making the switch to Pink's. Call 214.974.5643 or visit pinkswindows.com

Don’t let another season pass behind a veil of dust. Elevate your home’s curb appeal and enjoy the vibrant colors of a Texas spring with the professional touch of Pink’s Window Cleaning.

PICTURE PERFECT :

For Dr. Mark and Cary Deuber, art is the heartbeat of their Dallas estate. The centerpiece of their home is an expansive collection by David Yarrow, a world-renowned photographer famous for his cinematic, large-scale black-and-white imagery.

The Deubers’ curated selection perfectly mirrors their high-octane lifestyle, blending wildlife conservation with Americana grit. From immersive portraits of African predators to the goats of St.

ARTICLE

BRET MCKINNEY

Moritz, Yarrow’s work provides a dramatic, monochromatic soul to their modern-industrial decor.

By prioritizing Yarrow’s mural-sized prints, the Deubers have transformed their living space into a private gallery. For this power couple, the collection isn't just a luxury investment; it’s a reflection of their passion for global adventure and visceral storytelling.

| PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEPHANIE ROSE

The Deubers’ Wild Obsession with David Yarrow

events

MARCH 6TH

2026 Dallas Go Red for Women Experience

The Fairmount Hotel | 10:30 AM

This signature American Heart Association event is one of the most prominent luncheons of the season, focused on raising awareness and funds for women's heart health. Professional, empowering, and high-impact. It features a silent auction, health screenings, and a powerful luncheon program. For more information visit goredforwomen.org

MARCH 26TH

Karolina Zmarlak at Tootsie’s

Tootsie’s Dallas | 11:00 AM

Experience the pinnacle of modernist luxury and “slow fashion” during the KZ_K Studio (Karolina Zmarlak) Trunk Show at Tootsies, running from March 26th through March 28th, 2026. Founded by designer Karolina Zmarlak and architect Jesse Keyes, KZ_K Studio is renowned for its architectural precision and “transformational habits”—versatile, multi-functional pieces designed to be worn in multiple ways.

MARCH 26TH

The Gala for Architecture

Union station | 6:00 PM

Presented by the Architecture and Design Foundation and AIA Dallas, this event celebrates the intersection of design and community. An elevated, black-tie experience in a historic landmark. Expect dinner, entertainment, and a celebration of visionaries who have shaped the Dallas skyline. For more information visit dallasadex.org