The Nasher Sculpture Center is an oasis of beauty in Dallas. The grounds bring about a sense of serenity and stimulus, both in its quietest and loudest expressions of art. Adjacent to the Dallas Museum of Art, it’s a beautiful wind-down from the larger museum’s sprawling exhibits while retaining its diverse curation of art, featuring a stunning collection of works by artists like Henri Matisse and Willem de Kooning. 

The tranquil garden, though near the lively Klyde Warren Park and a highway, transports you out of the city entirely and into a space that feels devoid of time and motion.

In nearby Fort Worth is the Kimbell Art Museum, a worthy departure from Dallas' Arts District. An architectural masterpiece of brutalist architect Louis Kahn, it is renowned around the globe for its European and Asian high art collections. The repeated barrel vaults are strikingly modern, creating a fantastical environment that draws you in with each step. Kahn designed a space in which "light is the theme," which pours in from skylights along the spine of the vaults and shines a natural, incandescent light on the pieces; an invigoratingly inspiring way to view the collection.

Though the collection of art is exceptional, Michael often finds herself gazing at the architecture of the buildings themselves. An addition designed by Renzo Piano—the renowned architect behind Paris’ Centre Pompidou—opened in 2010, complementing the progressive sensibilities of Kahn’s original design.

In an awe-inspiring space that is fused with keen nods to the past, The Thompson Dallas brings the best of urban modernity to the luxury hotel sphere. Spacious rooms, plush bedding, large windows, ‘60s design accents, and outdoor space are all highlights to the stay. The style feels classic and contemporary, with cozy rooms that engulf you in an expanse of sanctum that embraces the bustling city outdoors. Driving the mid-century décor is the hotel’s historical roots; The Thompson is a reuse of The National, a modernist building originally designed by George Dahl that was built in 1965. The structure still preserves its DNA through its referential brass and walnut headboards, gilded accents, and vintage perception.

Looking for an upscale bite after a good night's sleep at the Thompson? Look to our favorite New York City classic brunch institution, Sadelle’s, to start your day. It’s located in the energetic Highland Park Village, and the famous salmon lox tower makes for a delicious breakfast or brunch outing in style.

If ornate and debonair are what you're after, the historical Rosewood Mansion Bar is the place for you—delivering on aesthetic, ambience, and sensuality. A brand that is dear to Jamie, the bar at Rosewood Turtle Creek is an elegant haunt that transports you to a departed place that imbues nostalgia and sophistication. The masculine, enigmatic environment underscored by dark wood and cognac leather carries an air of old-world sophistication; an estate-inspired space that could have once been occupied by intellectuals, businessmen, and the like.

Enjoy a quiet moment alone or share intimate conversations with a classic cocktail (Michael favors their dirty martini) in hand. Upholstered booths, antique décor, and top-shelf offerings all add to the high-class experience, fitting of its namesake. The bar is set in the original owner’s dining room, and it feels as it’s the perfect balance of warm and luxe.

Another Dallas landmark bar, housed in a building that dates to 1874, Bowen House is your quintessential cocktail bar with a novel, historical twist. One of the city’s last standing Victorian dwellings, it truly embodies the marked historical preservation and modern innovation of Dallas. Tucked away in the back is a hidden, speakeasy-esque mezcaleria called Santos Y Pecadores, and it’s the perfect next destination after your first round of drinks at Bowen House. The candlelit atmosphere feels mysterious and moody, and its experimental drink menu expands the feel of mystique.