Commercial Civic Parks + Recreation Urban Residential Community Design + Planning Federal + State Consulting

We specialize in master planning and landscape architecture for residential and mixed-use communities, creating sustainable, connected environments. Our designs integrate parks, trails, and green infrastructure to enhance accessibility, environmental health, and community engagement. Through thoughtful planning and collaboration, we balance diverse land uses to foster lasting value and a strong sense of place.

Location: Hutto, Texas

Collaborators: David Weekley Homes, H+UO Architects, Murfee Engineering Company, KT Engineering, Compton Creative Solutions, Pickett, Kelm & Associates, Inc., Beacon Construction, P11

Skymor Carmel Creek is a thoughtfully designed built-for-rent community in Hutto, Texas. Featuring nature trails, a dog park, a resort-style pool, and a playground, this development fosters community connection through outdoor living. With pocket parks, open spaces, and diverse housing options, Carmel Creek offers a blend of amenities emphasizing a lifestyle rooted in nature and shared experiences.

Skymor Carmel Creek

Community master plan for Skymor Carmel Creek in Hutto, Texas

Location: Austin, Texas

Collaborators: Hart Howerton, Murfee Engineering Company, Kimley-Horn, Beacon Construction

Primely positioned on Lake Travis, Travis Club prioritizes the preservation of natural Hill Country beauty while balancing the development of luxury living. As the local landscape architect, Circle V has played a critical role in on-site implementation, working closely with the contractor and architect to ensure the design vision is executed with precision. Our work prioritizes sustainable practices that respect existing trees and habitats, enhancing the site’s ecological integrity while seamlessly integrating high-quality materials and thoughtful detailing. With careful attention to steep slopes and breathtaking vistas, our team ensures that every aspect of the landscape complements the natural surroundings. This project embodies a commitment to preserving the region's character while creating an exceptional living experience in harmony with the environment.

Travis Club

Stone house surrounded by trees and a pathway in a landscaped garden.

Two people walking in a grassy area under trees with sunlight filtering through, near a waterfront.

Scenic outdoor seating area near a lake with wooden chairs, trees, and grassy lawn.

Person wearing a cap and sunglasses writing on a notepad in a forested area with clear blue sky.

Millican Reserve

Location: College Station, Texas

Collaborators: Compton Creative Solutions, Brent Design

Millican Reserve is a thoughtfully planned master-planned community that integrates conservation, recreation, and residential living. Designed with a deep respect for the land, the community prioritizes preserving natural ecosystems while offering a network of trails, open spaces, and thoughtfully designed residential areas. At its core, the Millican Reserve Conservancy ensures the long-term protection of the landscape, fostering a connection between residents and nature through outdoor recreation, education, and stewardship initiatives. The extensive trail system weaves through preserved woodlands, meadows, and lakes, providing opportunities for hiking, biking, and wildlife observation, creating a community that values sustainability, wellness, and a deep-rooted connection to the outdoors.

topographic map with contour lines, water bodies, boundaries, and roads

topographic map with contour lines, roads, and water bodies

satellite map showing lake, roads, and vegetation

topographic map with elevation contours and shaded relief, highlighting terrain features and infrastructure in red and yellow colors

Land development plan showing roads, residential and commercial zones, park areas, and water bodies.

The Poppy

Location: Georgetown, Texas

Collaborators: Murfee Engineering Company, SunRhea Design

The Poppy is a vibrant community featuring pocket parks, walking trails, and a focus on compact, connected living. Circle V collaborated closely with the developer to overcome unique grading and impervious cover challenges and create a durable and beautiful landscape design. This project highlights our commitment to crafting functional outdoor spaces that encourage community connections. Circle V also designed and detailed the community signage.

Poppy signage with limestone block retaining walls

Brahman’s Draw

Location: Spicewood, Texas

Collaborators: Reach Architects, Consort Inc.

Brahman's Draw celebrates the natural beauty and ecological heritage of the Texas Hill Country by embracing its unique topography and seasonal rhythms. Using wildscaping and regenerative design, we foster biodiversity and restore habitats with native plants, rugged limestone, and vibrant wildflowers. Thoughtfully crafted spaces connect people to the land through trails, gathering areas, and educational elements, creating a meaningful landscape where community and nature thrive together.

Landscape development plan with roads, buildings, green areas, and trees, labeled 'Brahmans Draw'.

Haven Oaks

Location: Leander, Texas

Collaborators: SunRhea Design

Haven Oaks highlights the natural beauty of mature oak trees, with picnic areas and playgrounds thoughtfully tucked into shaded oak motts. Circle V’s design incorporates vibrant streetscapes, two parks, multi-functional stormwater detention, and an open play field, creating spaces that blend functionality and charm. The welcoming entry experience, enhanced by custom signage, reflects the community’s identity while celebrating its native vegetation. This project exemplifies our commitment to sustainable design and creating outdoor spaces that inspire connection and enjoyment.

Colorful playground selection for community park

Entry signage and landscape for master plan community

Pocket park with picnic tables under mature live oaks

The Cottages

Location: Round Rock, Texas

Collaborators: SunRhea Design, Murfee Engineering Company