The stunning Preston Road property, designed by renowned architect Richard Meier, is now for sale, marking a significant milestone in the lives of art-collecting philanthropists Howard and Cindy Rachofsky.
- Designed by Richard Meier, the nearly 10,000-square-foot home features three stories of art-filled spaces and an outdoor setting that has hosted A-list celebrities and musical headliners.
- The property is being offered off-market and without a listing price, with Compass agent Faisal Halum handling the sale.
- Howard Rachofsky stated that the decision to sell was part of their estate planning, allowing them to travel more and spend time at their Napa Valley property.
- The couple’s children will not be burdened with the upkeep of the home, which they consider a “house like that.”
The Rachofskys’ home has a rich history, having served as the site of the Two x Two gala, a joint benefit for the Dallas Museum of Art and amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research. Since 1999, this event has raised over $120 million for AIDS research and the Dallas Art Museum.
| Event Details | Years Hosted | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Two x Two Gala | 1999-2024 | Dallas Museum of Art and amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research |
This exclusive event put the Dallas art scene on the map, and the house itself is an unusual work of art. The property features a unique design, built on a coal-black pedestal, resembling a white minimalist structure. The home took 10 years to complete and was designed to showcase the couple’s extensive art collection. The interior design is characterized by a lack of front stoop and a white panel front door without a handle or doorknob. The rear or west facade is virtually all glass, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The home also featured a champagne vending machine, a unique feature that was once exclusive to the property.
“Howard Rachofsky once described the property as an art museum with a tiny apartment on top.”
— David Dillon, former News architecture critic
The property has been the site of numerous high-profile events, including performances by Diana Ross, Ricky Martin, and CeeLo Green. The home has also been visited by Hollywood celebrities like Sharon Stone and Alan Cumming, as well as Dallas sports legends like Jerry Jones and Dirk Nowitzki. The Rachofskys’ art collection has been promised to the Dallas Museum of Art, ensuring that it will be preserved and showcased for future generations. “We hope, for sure, that they will maintain it,” Cindy Rachofsky said of the future buyer. “But that they also use it, as we did… to better the community because it is a place that can offer that. I think that’s, for me, what I’m proudest of.”
The property is now being offered without a listing price, and an exclusive invitation viewing was held earlier this week. Howard Rachofsky stated that no offers have been made on the property, but he is open to discussing the sale with potential buyers. The Rachofskys’ decision to sell the property is part of their estate planning, allowing them to travel more and spend time at their Napa Valley property. They do not want to burden their children with the upkeep of the home, which they consider a “house like that.”
The property is a unique work of art, and its sale marks a significant milestone in the lives of the Rachofskys. As they look to the future, they are proud of the impact their home has had on the community, and they hope that future buyers will continue to use it to benefit the community.
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