Lyra on McKinney

Lyra on McKinney is a luxury rental residential development located on the 1.74-acre former Hope Cottage property in the Knox Park neighborhood, on the north side of Fitzhugh Avenue. Utilizing five-story wood frame construction over a 2 ½ level concrete garage structure, the project achieves a modest density of 110 units per acre for a podium-style development. A zoning change was necessary to mitigate height and setback requirements, which would have otherwise rendered the project infeasible. The GFF/Trinsic team worked successfully with the Oak Lawn Committee and adjacent property owners, winning their support by introducing two-story townhome-style units and a private open space on the north side of the project to create a proper buffer from adjacent townhome-style condos.

The E-shaped building opens its amenity terraces to the southern sunlight and offers great views toward the Downtown/Uptown skyline. The rhythm of the three narrow projecting building masses, rendered in a refined palette of stucco and dark metal panels, is quietly elegant, restrained, and contemporary.

The design addresses the need for high-quality urban living in a densely populated area while respecting the surrounding community. By incorporating townhome-style units and private open spaces, Lyra on McKinney creates a harmonious transition between different residential styles. The project’s thoughtful layout and contemporary aesthetics provide a luxurious living experience with excellent connectivity to the vibrant Knox Park neighborhood and stunning skyline views.