Waco Downtown Redevelopment

Waco Downtown Redevelopment

In partnership with the City of Waco and Hunt Development Group, MVVA led the creation of a park-first development plan as the inaugural phase of Waco’s broader Downtown Revitalization. Rooted in a vision that prioritizes public space, this first phase for Barron's Branch District introduces a vibrant network of plazas, gardens, and play areas that strengthen connections among longtime residents and new visitors alike. Working closely with Walker Engineering, Overland Partners, and an extended consultant team, MVVA advanced the Phase 1a design details that establish the park’s signature character.

Client Meeting in MVVA's Brooklyn Office

Site Investigations

Creek Channel

Key features include stone-lined creek channels, playful water elements inspired by Waco’s natural springs, and distinctive bridges that celebrate the city’s legacy of innovative bridge design. Together, these elements weave a richly textured landscape that serves as a welcoming heart for downtown.

Waco Springs

Performance Pavilion

Event Deck

La Pila Plaza

16 Court Street, 11th Floor

Brooklyn, NY 11241

718 243 2044

231 Concord Avenue

Cambridge, MA 02138

617 864 2076

1990 W 41st Avenue

Denver, CO 80211

719 378 4486

500 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 1650

Los Angeles, CA 90071

213 808 3651

16 Court Street, 11th Floor

Brooklyn, NY 11241

718 243 2044

231 Concord Avenue

Cambridge, MA 02138

617 864 2076

1990 W 41st Avenue

Denver, CO 80211

719 378 4486

500 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 1650

Los Angeles, CA 90071

213 808 3651