Dallas tour tradition opens doors to Oak Cliff’s most interesting homes

The Old Oak Cliff Conservation League presents its 42nd annual home tour October 17-18, showing off some of the most impressive homes in the neighborhood. From modern to traditional and everything in between, these 10 houses have been meticulously maintained by their owners. Guests also have the option to tour Mary McDermott Cook's spectacular home, known as DumpTop, as a bonus. Tickets [https: /www.ooccl.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&layout=blog&id=4&Itemid=138] to tour the first 10 homes from noon to 6 pm are $20; DumpTop costs an extra $10. This annual event is the league's primary fundraiser. Here is a sneak peek of the houses: --- 937 Kessler Pkwy. This split-level home, originally built in 1952, got a complete interior and exterior makeover when it was purchased in 2012 by the owners of a designer-led design build group. The glass jewel box is the focal point of the home, which puts the most public spaces on full display. The owners adopted the Japanese concept of Wabi-sabi when selecting materials for their home, and although that practice accepts transcience and imperfection, the Zen feel of the private gardens and reflective pool seem perfect to us.