Brick & Mortar District at Plum Creek

Kyle, TX

Services Provided

Master Planning,  Landscape Architecture, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, 3D Modeling and Graphics, Cost Estimating, Approvals, Construction Documents, Bidding and Negotiation, Construction Observation, Project Closeout, Park and Public Space Design, Resiliency & Green Infrastructure

Awards

2024 Merit Award for La Verde Park (Built Work), American Society of Landscape Architects, Texas Chapter

2024 Great Places in Texas, Public Space Award for La Verde Park, American Planning Association, Texas Chapter

Merging urban vibrance & Hill Country charm.

The City of Kyle aimed to establish a vibrant mixed use area within the Plum Creek Development, inspired by renowned projects like The Domain and The Triangle in Austin, Pearl District in San Antonio, and Legacy Town Center in Plano. Following direction from City leadership, Rebecca Leonard led a team to create a strategic framework plan, utilizing a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) for funding. The planning process involved understanding the area’s context, analyzing comparable districts, engaging stakeholders, and identifying key infrastructure improvements to encourage private investment.

The Brick and Mortar District emerged as a premier residential and commercial hub. Phase 1A, completed in 2023, features approximately 300 residential units centered around a comprehensive amenity hub. This hub includes a spacious gym, a resort-style pool, a leasing office, and La Verde Park, designed by Lionheart. The ground floor, facing the park, is activated by commercial spaces, offering residents walkable dining and shopping options. Additionally, Phase 1A boasts a variety of landscaped areas, including private yards, a fenced dog run, a community garden, outdoor kitchen and dining spaces, and a meditative water feature, all contributing to the district’s distinctive character.