Zoning Entitlements

Our approach to zoning and entitlement efforts starts with listening, leverages creative placemaking, and results in thoughtfully designed projects that build stronger communities

Corner view rendering of 1899 McKinney Avenue showing podium and ground-level pedestrian plaza at Akard and McKinney in Dallas, Texas.

1899 McKinney

Dallas, Texas
Hines Maple Terrace

Hines Maple Terrace

Dallas, Texas
Children and families enjoy the open lawn space with restaurants behind

Long Branch Master Plan

McKinney, Texas
Street-level view of the intersection of McKinney and Armstrong with a modern glass structure and pedestrian activity.

Knox Promenade

Dallas, Texas
Street-level view of the Validus 2701 Brown residential tower, emphasizing the building’s verticality and modern design.

Validus 2701 Brown

Dallas, Texas
Close-up of the upper floors of the luxury residential tower, focusing on the expansive glass windows and balconies of the penthouses with views of Dallas.

2811 Maple

Dallas, Texas
Saddle Creek

Saddle Creek

Prosper, Texas
Trailhead

Trailhead

Fort Worth, Texas
17Seventeen & Park17

17Seventeen & Park17

Dallas, Texas
Weir’s Plaza

Weir’s Plaza

Dallas, Texas
Skyline view of 23Springs in Uptown Dallas at dusk, showing the glass tower above its landscaped plaza and two street-facing restaurant buildings.

23Springs

Dallas, Texas
Magnolia Heights

Magnolia Heights

San Antonio, Texas
The Hudson

The Hudson

Dallas, Texas
2500 Cedar Springs

2500 Cedar Springs

Dallas, Texas
Knox Heights

Knox Heights

Dallas, Texas
M Line Tower

M Line Tower

Dallas, Texas

Our Approach To The Entitlements Process

We believe that architecture has the power to enhance the lives of people and the communities they live in. Our goal is to create memorable places that are functional, contextual, sustainable, and mindful of the environment. We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and vision, and to develop creative and thoughtfully designed solutions that reflect their values and goals. We are committed to excellence and design innovation, and we aim to push the boundaries of what is possible in architecture.

Our architecture practice has been committed to serving our Texan communities for over 40 years. We have been involved in large-scale projects that transform entire city districts, as well as historic preservation projects that preserve our history. We are dedicated to making our cities the best they can be, and we are proud to be an integral part of the local fabric. We actively engage with community organizations and non-profits, and several of our architects serve in leadership roles in our local chapters of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

We have a studio culture that values innovation and equity. Every designer is encouraged to share their ideas and contribute to decision-making processes. We believe that the best ideas can come from anywhere, and we successfully maintain an environment where everyone’s voice is heard and their contributions are celebrated. This approach has fostered a collaborative atmosphere where everyone is empowered to do their best work. Our decades-long commitment to workplace culture, the enrichment of our cities, and design excellence has earned us numerous accolades, including the prestigious TxA Architecture Firm Award in 2019.