photography by Scott Womack |
This 11,800-square-foot house was commissioned in 1988 on an acre lot in Old Preston Hollow. Previous owners include Norman Brinker and former wife Nancy. Builder Houston Nichols and architect Elby Martin went overboard on quality—the foundation is embedded with more than three times the usual steel. The home has two loggias, a silver vault, walk-in humidor, climate-controlled five-car garage, pool, spacious guesthouse, and putting green. There are four living areas; five fireplaces; four bedrooms; seven and a half bathrooms, including a ramp shower for the handicapped; elevator; study; and game room. Polly Kinzy for Allie Beth Allman and Associates. 214-476-1482. —Mary Candace Evans