Bob Smith of Keller Williams

08/07/2026

Long Leaf pine wood has been a key material used in vintage homes. It has a tighter grain and is stronger and finishes to a smoother surface then todays pine wood. Older long leaf pine boards were slightly thicker then new manufactured boards. As an example, this 1 1/8 inch board is actually 1/8 inch thicker then new pine. The difference in the dimension is why you want to find a older long leaf pine board to replace damaged areas and maintain the same measurement. The wood used in the Gough-Hughston Telecky 1898 Victorian are all old woods of maple, mahogany and long leaf pine. Some of the woods sourced are over 100 years old. No short cuts were used when wood or glass needed replacing and materials had to be sourced and hand fitted. Want to know more about this Lady please call me. Dallas House Journal

08/04/2026

What is three stories tall, offers a 5,000 square foot living space, painted white, has two parlors and a study with rooms large enough to skate in and is located on Louisiana St.? And, is a home you need to see.

Hint. "The Lady" an 1898 Queen Ann Victorian beauty.

08/04/2026

The Lady is Back!
After an incredible journey, the 1898 Queen Anne Victorian known as the Gough-Houston-Telecky home has been lovingly restored to her former glory — right here in McKinney's Historic District.
The Teleckys and architect James West left no stone unturned in researching this grand lady's history and sourcing authentic materials to bring her back to life. Among the most detailed examples of her kind, she truly is one of a kind. 💛
From the bones to the beauty, every detail was thoughtfully handled: ✨ Foundation & structural restoration ✨ Turret redesign ✨ 26-gauge copper roof over weather seal ✨ Restored stained glass ✨ Original wood-finish stairs ✨ New beautiful grande entrance ceiling design. ✨ 10 foot wood columns, balusters with laminated railing ✨ Complete electrical & plumbing updates
The site plan shows the location of the removed square porch, portecochere, and rear entrances returning the home to it original design - a remarkable journey.
This proud treasure is holding her head high again. You need to see it. Questions? Please call me. ````````````````````
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07/29/2026

You saw this drawing earlier in McKinney Tx of the 1898 Queen Ann Victorian Lady. Can you identify the items in the drawing and what is the roof structure called. Hint there are 12 items.

James West Design - Architect AIA

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07/29/2026

This is just one corner of the magnificent 1898 Gough–Hughston–Telecky home in McKinney. There are 10 items

I spot at least 10 architectural details—from the Corinthian column capital and decorative scroll brackets to the dentil molding, rosettes, and copper downspout.

Craftsmen created these details by hand more than 125 years ago, and many are rarely seen on homes built today.

How many can you identify before reading the comments?

Historic homes aren't just houses—they're works of art.

Every historic home tells a story. My job is to tell that story to the right buyer

Buying or Selling - Call me and lets talk and make things happen.

Bob Smith
Historic Home Specialist

07/27/2026

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How many details can you identify here in the roof design of the 1898 Victorian Gough - Hughston Telecky home on Louisiana - 3, 4, 5, 6?

07/20/2026

More detail on the restoration of the Queen Ann Victorian Lady known as The GOUGH-HUGHSTON House located at 1206 Louisiana St., McKinney. Pediment design by James West, Architect, using W F Norman copper detail design

More detail on the restoration of the Queen Ann Victorian Lady known as The GOUGH-HUGHSTON House located at 1206 Louisiana St., McKinney. Pediment design by James West, Architect, using W F Norman copper detail design
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07/20/2026

Victorian details are not present in today's architecture design. Can you spot the number of details of the Victorian Period seen in this McKinney 1898 Queen Ann Victorian that are not seen today's architecture. How many details do you see?? One, 2, or 3 or??

How many details can you identify here in the roof design of the 1898 Victorian Gough - Hughston Telecky home on Louisiana - 3, 4, 5, 6?

07/20/2026

How many details can you identify here in the roof design of the 1898 Victorian Gough - Hughston Telecky home on Louisiana - 3, 4, 5, 6?

07/10/2026

Amazing detail

More detail on the restoration of the Queen Ann Victorian Lady known as The GOUGH-HUGHSTON House located at 1206 Louisiana St., McKinney. Pediment design by James West, Architect, using W F Norman copper detail design
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