Green Stormwater Infrastructure for Texas Landscapes
At Studio Balcones, our commitment to sustainability drives us to integrate innovative, eco-friendly solutions into every project we undertake. One such solution…
At Studio Balcones, our commitment to sustainability drives us to integrate innovative, eco-friendly solutions into every project we undertake. One such solution…
When most people think about landscape irrigation, they envision traditional systems: sprinkler heads, drip lines, and controllers. However, we aim to shift…
How Landscape Architecture Can Combat Extreme Heat As temperatures continue to rise across the globe, cities like Austin, Texas, are increasingly feeling…
In the battle against climate change, trees are our silent but steadfast allies. They absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, store carbon…
At first glance, the concept of “play” may conjure images of children frolicking in the park or engaging in carefree activities. But…
The Richard Moya Eastside Bus Plaza, once a nondescript road median, has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis into a thriving designed ecology sanctuary…
Surviving the Swings Freeze and Thaw: Unexpected Extremes Central Texas weather has always been unpredictable, but in recent years, the impact of…
While celebrating Jennifer’s mom’s 80th birthday in Scotland in November 2023 – the entire family: Jen, her sister, her daughter, mother, and niece…
The Myth, The Reality. We’re frequently asked to design a ‘no maintenance’ landscape and while this idea sounds appealing, the truth is…