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Is it just me, or does the air feel different in Shadyside? Heavier, maybe, with the weight of history and old money. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not an unpleasant feeling. Shadyside, a secluded enclave of just sixteen homes, sits right here, tucked against Rice University. This neighborhood whispers stories of Houston’s elite – oil barons, shipping magnates, even a governor. Imagine a young Howard Hughes, right here in Shadyside, saying “I do” to Ella Rice in 1925. Their wedding was a spectacle, a testament to the glamour that permeated these quiet, tree-lined streets. But Shadyside wasn’t built for show. This neighborhood was the brainchild of Joseph S. Cullinan, a founder of Texaco. He wanted a haven for his friends and colleagues, a place where they could escape the city’s growing pains. And so, in 1920, Shadyside was born, its sixteen lots selling out in a mere six weeks. Today, these homes, designed by architectural giants like John Staub and Harrie T. Lindeberg, stand as testaments to a bygone era. As we leave Shadyside, remember the weight of its history. It’s a reminder that even in a city that races towards the future, echoes of the past linger in the most unexpected corners.

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