La Paloma, a sustainable Spanish revival community, breaks ground in Stephenville.

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La Paloma, a new gated community with tons of amenities, is coming to Stephenville.

With a focus on sustainability, the project will bring 350 single-family rental homes to the area, with site construction starting in March 2025 and construction for phase 1 set to begin in the fall.

Architexas is overseeing the full architectural and interior design services for this exceptional development.

“The team at Architexas has been nothing short of spectacular on this project,” said Cole Gilliam Parks, owner of La Paloma.

“From their initial design consulting, ongoing coordination with consultants, vendors and various government entities; through design development, John Allender, Nick Melde, Delia Meave and their Architexas team have been an invaluable resource every step of the way.

“Without their support, I’m not sure my team and I at Chisholm Trail would have had the vision and expertise needed to bring such an incredible community to life on this unique property.”

La Paloma will feature 294 one, two and three-bedroom single-family homes, 56 three-bedroom townhomes and 23 exclusive guest houses available only to residents.

The project is designed in the timeless Spanish Revival style with authentic details and regional materials, creating a unique sense of place while using advanced building systems to meet the needs of convenience and modern living.

“Our goal with La Paloma is to create a community that not only provides authentically beautiful, functional homes but also fosters a healthy, sustainable, enriching environment for residents,” said John Allender, with Architexas.

The La Paloma community will offer a wealth of amenities designed to enhance residents’ daily lives, including a leasing center with co-working facilities and a clubhouse featuring a fitness center, pool, community room, mail center, and a bodega offering ready-to-eat meals and essential groceries.

Additionally, the development will include pocket parks throughout the neighborhood, a central lawn for picnics and gatherings, a dog park, playgrounds, and 7.5 miles of trails for hiking and biking.

Sustainability is a central focus of the project. The site is organized around a series of green belts and rain gardens designed to filter stormwater runoff and reduce the impact of the development on the surrounding properties.

These features will provide residents with areas for recreation while protecting the water quality of the North Bosque River.

Additionally, the design integrates materials and building systems focused on improving indoor air quality and promoting energy efficiency.

Click here to read a previous story about the project.

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