October 5, 2023
DALLAS—October 5, 2023— Merriman Anderson Architects (MAA) announces construction has commenced on their Preserve at Mustang Creek project, an $88 million rental community in Round Rock north of Austin, Texas. MAA provided architecture and interior design services for the 3-story family-friendly, garden-style project, which includes 252 units, a club room, an indoor play space, an outdoor playground, a resort-style pool with grill stations, garages, and covered parking. A large solar carport will offset 90% to 100% of everyday electricity use.
LS Black Development of St. Paul, MN, is developing the 11.3-acre site at 1401 County Road 118 in Round Rock. The project will provide stylish, modern apartments and amenities priced for affordability to households earning 30% to 60% of the area’s median income. MAA designed one—to four-bedroom configurations as well as Type A Accessible Units and units equipped with accessibility equipment for residents with hearing and visual impairments.
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs provided public financing assistance and private financial partners on the project. In addition to MAA, professional consultants include Westwood Professional Services (civil engineering), BHB (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), Salas O’Brien (structural and facilities planning), and Cadence McShane Construction (General Contractor).
Construction commences this month and is scheduled for completion in September 2025.