2400 McCue provides an outstanding brownstone, in-fill community to a previously condemned site. The lifestyle of 2400 McCue is unrivaled. The discerning residents enjoy the world-renowned shopping, dining and entertainment of the uptown/galleria area of Houston, Texas, as well as the convenient access to offices, businesses and exclusive neighborhoods. 2400 McCue is a unique blend of urban environment and personal space. In addition to underground parking, there are a variety of floor plans with a multitude of custom features. The lush tropical landscaping coupled with the soothing water features make it a true oasis in a concrete jungle.

Built upon a terrain that is pure Texas, with several natural lakes and hundreds of 100+ year old oak trees. The target market focused on a need for a multi-faceted, master planned community that individuals and families alike desired. Austin Ranch is a livable mixture of the traditional neighborhood with vistas, trees, hiking and biking trails, as well as a 4,000 SF Ranch House and Conference Center, Business Center, Fitness Center, and spa services. Also included are baseball fields, a putting green, a resort pool with cascading infinity edge overlooking the Indian Creek bluff, fishing at Lake Connell, concierge services and community events. Austin Ranch quickly surpassed the lenders expectations on leasing and continues to lead the sub-market according to the Dallas Morning News. Austin Ranch is not just a place to live, it is also a place to work. Freddie Mac's HomeSteps Asset Services unit was the development's first business tenant with other companies and retail establishments to follow. Austin Ranch is one of a handful of "New Urbanism" communities growing around the United States.

Easton is an urban in-fill project located just northeast of downtown Dallas. The project is the latest effort in a 10-year trend towards in-fill development occurring in older neighborhoods along North Central Expressway. Situated in a neighborhood that was first developed in the 20's and 30's, Easton was designed to incorporate a new 3-story apartment complex into an area primarily filled with craftsman-style homes. The dwelling units surround a central pre-cast parking garage effectively blocking its view from neighbors. Also, hidden in the community are an active pool courtyard and a passive courtyard with an outdoor fireplace. Inside Easton's refined exterior is a luxurious interior with many amenities.

Borrowing aesthetically from the surrounding area of Dallas, this light industrial design uses wood, concrete and steel construction to fit 224 units and two parking structures onto a compact site while still allowing for an impressively designed and landscaped interior courtyard with a pool and pavilion. A monumental entry to the complex is achieved with a dramatic 4-story steel & glass atrium tower as well as two massive arched automobile access with dual security gates which penetrate the building facade along Maple Avenue. The industrial aesthetic continues into the interior of the building, with dark stained concrete floors, brick walls, exposed steel structure and consistent architectural details throughout.

The focus of the project was to create an affordable housing community near established communities while maintaining the character and neighborhood charm. Site conditions coupled with vernacular architectural detailing has made Oak Valley quaint family oriented community and neighbor to the surrounding area. The topography of the Texas Hill country site created a challenge to the design of the duplex/townhome floor plan for the community. However this became a positive aspect for the site as it created a more "cozy" neighborhood ambiance versus the larger more standard multi-family community. The site was heavily treed as well as having a steep slope. The design concept was to fit the buildings in-between the largest trees while saving as much of the natural vegetation and rolling hills so we could maintain the "Hill Country" style of living. This Low-Income development provides the residents with an opportunity to live in a market rate quality community without the cost.

Tuscany Villas is located in a 2,665-acre master- planned community. The property was purchased from EDS as a part of their "Legacy" master planned community. Legacy is home to several world headquarters including: Dr. Pepper, EDS, Fina Oil and Chemical, Frito-Lay and J.C. Penney. When completely developed, Legacy will be about twice the size of downtown Dallas and is projected to employ approximately 150,000 people. Many residents that live at Tuscany Villas, also work within the Legacy area and enjoy the residential flair that Tuscany Villas provides to the mainly urban environment. The architectural style of Tuscany Villas distinguishes it from surrounding communities, by offering both town home and flat style floor plans. Many floor plans feature a home office (one of the most requested amenities). Tuscany Villas offers many apartment homes with an upgraded interior package. This upgraded interior package includes either ceramic tile or wood flooring in place of vinyl tile, upgraded plumbing fixtures in the bathrooms and kitchens, upgraded door hardware and light fixtures, and more.

One of the original structures in downtown Dallas, the 14-story tower (now known as Dallas Power & Light Building) was originally constructed in 1903. The ornate 19-story art deco tower adjacent to it was added in 1931 and an elaborate 2-story lobby and auditorium now join both. BGO Architects has designed 156 distinctive high-end market-rate residential lofts in the two towers. This loft conversion is supported by a new 4 level parking structure, with three levels below grade, constructed on the corner of this important site on Commerce Street. The top deck of the parking structure contains the amenity package including a Fitness Center, Swimming Pool, and Plaza. As both towers maintain Historic Landmark status, in order to receive "Historic Tax Credits", the design solution had been compatible to the original style of architecture. This new residential address at the historic DP&L property enjoys all the benefits of downtown luxury high-rise living in a fully renovated historic art deco environment.

This important 1920's ca. office building is on the National Register of Historic Places. Its re- development as a residential address includes 183 lofts and street level retail as well as a new rooftop pool and cabana. The loft aesthetic designed for The Davis Building is a study in contrasts. The new kitchen and bath components are rotated within the rigid concrete framework of the building. The finishes for these new residential elements are decidedly modern and high tech, from natural maple cabinetry to black granite countertops, from stainless steel appliances and trim to commercial doors and hardware, the contrast against the bare concrete and brick shell creates a dynamic loft environment.

This vacant office property includes an adjacent parking structure and has direct access to the downtown tunnel network. Positioned for a young affluent downtown demographic, the building is totally re-skinned for a hip new look. Our design for this adaptive re-use includes a private health club at the tunnel level and a penthouse level club and lounge with views into the glass backed swimming pool located on the roof. Residents would enjoy the ultimate level of comfort with the maximum amount of amenities in the very heart of downtown Dallas.

The best corner in downtown Dallas is occupied by a vacant 1950's circa background office building clad in bright blue spandrel panels. Its current dilapidated condition belies its potential as an elite address. BGO Architects has sought this project out as the perfect extreme condition. No one else, it seems, can see past the existing conditions that are making the property impossible to re-develop, but its narrow floor plates are perfectly suited to housing. Its street presence is so strong and the corner that it occupies is so highly visible that its redevelopment as ultra high-end condominiums is its only rescue from the wrecking ball. Totally re-skinned, the resulting image is both nostalgic and modern, a combination demanded by the context of the site.

An adaptive reuse of an entire CBD block, the Mercantile Property is comprised of four separate but contiguous buildings totaling 1.3 million square feet. This scheme by BGO Architects saves all four historic structures, by repositioning the bottom four floors for a lively downtown mall and converting the remaining upper floors to more than 800 lofts. Bridged to a new parking structure on the east end, and connected to the pedestrian tunnel system, the newly converted block is well positioned on Main Street as the east anchor of Dallas' new Main Street Retail Initiative. Thus the housing component offers the very best access to new retail services while providing all of the benefits of quality, inner-urban loft living. A streetscape view of the Retail Mall with major anchor stores occupying the corner locations. Re-glazing the existing curtain wall system wraps a "belt" around the four existing buildings, creating a transparent three-story base. The lower levels of the retail component include an exterior plaza "carved" into the north facade at the center of the block. Linked to the tunnel system, the plaza is an important amenity to the pedestrian traffic on Main Street.

This six story, turn-of-the-century Chicago School Style building was one of the last significant wood frame warehouse buildings built in Dallas. Located within the City of Dallas' West End Historic District, the Purse Building is also registered as an Archeological Landmark with the Texas Antiquities Committee. Vacant for over a decade, BGO Architects has designed a total re-development of this property for office and retail use. The exterior of the building will be completely restored to its original condition while the interior will be totally updated with state-of-the-art services including HVAC systems, power and lighting, energy management, elevators, security, and fully compliant rest rooms. The Main Lobby will include new elements such as leather wall coverings, terrazzo flooring and specialty lighting which will complement the existing exposed wooden structure to create an exciting, updated aesthetic.

Maximizing the site potential sums up the University of Maryland Student housing project. The site is constrained on three sides by wetlands. Moving away from the typical rectangular form that most projects use, this project utilizes a more organic form as it conforms to its surroundings. This project features not only residential requirements but also master planning for future residential development along the major thoroughfare of Baltimore-Washington Street. The design style for this project reflects the venacular of the surrounding community it occupies. This four-story, high density student housing project maximizes bed count while providing all amenities such as a four- story garage, surface parking, two courtyards and a close proximity to the University.

The project features a contemporary mediterranean architectural style which reflects the climate in which it is located. It lies adjacent to the university offering students only a short walk to class. The student housing also is close to student social centers.

The first phase of the project boasted 193 units with a bed count of 351. The garage, a 5-story steel framed structure, offers convenient on-site parking and maximized site usage.

The Sanctuary presents many challenges such as a 30 foot drop from one corner of the site to the other. The chapel needed to be maintained as the focal point of the project. Many grand trees required special design consideration to leave them in their original condition. The Sanctuary is a product that maximizes the potential of the aesthetic quality of the area and exceeds occupancy requirements.

Only two blocks from UNT, the Sanctuary will soon become the standard by which all other sudent housing is measured.

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University House at Star Pass is an adobe style student housing complex set in the Arizona desert. In a sun-worshippers paradise, the complex is perfect for student gatherings and enjoyment. The 428 unit complex was designed to include a clubhouse, pool, convenient parking and mail centers. The 29-acre site with an elevation change of 45 feet proved to be a challenge. The ravine and wash area that divided the project into two phases also required additional planning. Working within local Zoning Ordinances, Deed Restrictions, and the Tuscon Scenic Corridor Zone, BGO Architects reduced the environmental impact to the area while meeting the height and lighting regulations as well as the Natural Habitat, Vegetation, and Fauna Preservation requirements. This necessitated balancing graded vs. undisturbed land, water retention and harvesting requirements, and environmental impact studies.

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) Phase VII & VIIIA projects are located off of Waterview Parkway on the west side of the UTD campus. The 196 unit complex was designed to house 725 occupants, including clubhouse, pool, parking and mail centers.

Perched on a hillside overlooking Crabtree Mall and much of Southern Raleigh, with dynamic views of the downtown skyline, will soon be home to over 700 condominium dwellers, approximately 1200 office professionals and literally hundreds of retail shoppers. All of these people will enjoy the very best that modern living has to offer, as the Galleria will soon be known as the premier vertical mixed-use developments in the country.

Primrose of Shadow Creek is dedicated to providing affordable housing for seniors in the community in addition to meeting the criteria and scope set forth by the Texas Department of Human Resources. A unique aspect of Primrose of Shadow Creek is the elevator service and laundry room in each of the four building types. The property also offers a coordinator and volunteers to work in providing programs for the residents. Due to senior's special needs, the proximity to hospitals and medical centers is taken into consideration. The combination of location, services for residents, and attention to architectural detail results in an outstanding affordable multi-family community.

The masterplan for this San Antonio mixed use development calls for the project to be constructed in three phases.

Phase I includes four story residential buildings as well as buildings with three stories of residential over first floor retail. In total, this phase accounts for approximately 300 living units and 80,000 square feet of retail space.

Phase II incorporates a restaurant court with two buildings totalling 25,000 square feet.

Phase III, the final construction phase entails 80,000 square feet of office space over a structured parking facility.

Solo Lofts is a contemporary style grouping of six loft buildings in the prestigious Perry Heights district of Dallas. The front elevation combines traditional red brick with natrual wood doors, covered porches and balconies and dramatic two story windows. One and two car garages provide ample room for parking. Two- story windows bring in abundant light to the main living area and master suite. Landings between floors add a sense of ceremony in going from floor to floor. The interior finishes consist of maple cabinetry, granite countertops, marble baths, slate flooring in the entry way and hardwood flooring in the main public areas, all of which gives Solo Lofts a strong sense of quality and craftsmanship.