Each time Fort Worth Magazine unveils a new Dream Home, it offers more than just square footage and style — it captures a moment in the city’s architectural evolution. This year, in the hills of Montrachet, The Morrison Group has built something that feels both personal and timeless. “It’s kind of like a greatest hits album,” says co-founder Scott Sangalli, reflecting on the 43 years of design experience layered into every corner.
Sangalli, along with Brad Davidson, helms The Morrison Group, the custom homebuilding firm responsible for this year’s Dream Home. Both men carry the calm confidence of builders who have spent years watching tastes evolve and trends cycle. The home they’ve built isn’t just a showcase—it’s a love letter to their craft.
“The inspiration was rooted in a Dream Home we did for Fort Worth Magazine years ago,” Davidson says. “When they asked us again, we knew we wanted to follow the direction of what was already happening out here at Montrachet but still bring something new to the table.”
What’s happening out there — among the stone and scrub oak of the development’s gated hills — is a blend of modern lines and time-worn textures. Architecture in Fort Worth, particularly in neighborhoods like this, often blends a sleek, minimalist style with traditional warmth. For Sangalli, it’s a reflection of the last 20 years.
“We’ve seen a dramatic shift in design,” he says. “People still want comfort and familiarity, but they also want flow, natural light, and a few surprises.”
And this home delivers precisely that. It opens like a story—each room, a chapter that unfolds with intention. “There’s a sense of movement throughout,” Davidson explains. “It pulls you from room to room, and you never quite know what you’ll see next. That flow is one of the home’s strongest features.”
Because this Dream Home wasn’t custom-built for a single client, the team had the rare opportunity to build the sheer joy of it. “It gave us the chance to include a lot of elements I’ve loved over the years,” Sangalli says. “I wanted to see how many of those we could combine into one space without it feeling forced. It was a win-win — we got to do what we love and hopefully inspire someone else in the process.”
