TEXARKANA MAGAZINE
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T ucked away in a quiet corner of the Lakeridge subdivision is Mason White’s 1978 ranch-style home. When you think about 1970s architecture, it is possible you imagine drab colors or maybe even the heaviness of multiple shades of brown. You probably envision a look with low horizontal lines and an overall mundane style. In reality, much of the influence of 70s architecture was a back-to-nature trend that catapulted from the hippie movement, the 1973 oil crisis, and other world events. Reflecting on the history of that era makes it seem only appropriate that when White first saw the property, he was drawn to the surrounding landscape. Subsequently, he made it his goal to bring the house out of a time capsule, seamlessly blending modern living and captivating views. Working in the real estate industry, witnessing projects from design to
completion for the family business, White had plenty of his own ideas and access to knowledgeable resources that helped him transform the house into what it is today. First, he enlisted the help of 2B Builders to revamp the entire exterior. He opened up the front gable, getting rid of dated Tudor elements and replacing them with modern, craftsman-inspired features. This included adding exposed timber columns and a warm
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