Trailhead

The 270-acre Clearfork development, part of the historic Edwards Ranch, is located in the prestigious and affluent near-southwest quadrant of Fort Worth. The family held the property off the market for development for decades as the city grew and matured around them. With the recent opening of the Chisholm Trail Parkway along the northern ranch boundary, a major lifestyle shopping center and a mixed-use medium-density residential project have catalyzed the development of the ranch. Trailhead is sited along the Trinity River shoreline, a couple of blocks to the south within the ranch. Hike and bike trails follow the west fork of the Trinity for miles, attracting a youthful and fitness-oriented demographic that the family wanted to serve and introduce to the ranch.

The program for the 13,700-square-foot building includes a bike shop, yoga studio, coffee shop, and beer garden. These functions are arranged on two levels in a building with an informal spirit and contemporary form that seamlessly merges interior and exterior spaces.

The design addresses the need to create a vibrant, community-oriented space that serves the active lifestyle of its users. By integrating a variety of recreational and social amenities, the building fosters a sense of community and encourages interaction. The contemporary form and seamless blend of indoor and outdoor spaces create an inviting and dynamic environment that enhances the overall appeal of the Clearfork development.