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The ideas behind the ideas, and what pictures don’t show.

Welcome to our blog, where we share all the things that inspire, motivate, and define us.

Breaking Ground at Oso Bay

Construction is beginning this month on Phase I of the Oso Bay Learning Center & Nature Preserve in Corpus Christi, Texas.  This phase includes just under a mile of hike and bike trails and a 250-ft long elevated boardwalk that extends 15 feet into the air, allowing for expansive views of Oso Bay and spectacular... Read Full Post

Vibrant Mixed-Use Community Planned for Central Texas Growth Corridor

Located midway between Austin and San Antonio in an area poised for substantial growth, plans for the 2,430-acre mixed-use Veramendi community are moving full speed ahead. The community will feature over 5,000 homes on 1.7 miles of Guadalupe River frontage in New Braunfels, with parks, greenbelts, and trails.  Developer ASA Properties also plans for 380 acres of non-residential uses,... Read Full Post

Proposed Jacob's Well Master Plan Debuts at Public Open House

Over the past few months, RVi has been working with Hays County and a group of stakeholders consisting of local residents, current volunteers on site, county staff, and elected officials to develop a master plan for the 81.6-acre Jacob’s Well Natural Area in Wimberley, Texas.  The draft of the master plan will be presented to... Read Full Post

So...You Want a Waterfall? Building Consensus for Public Projects

Over the past three decades, RVi has been involved in dozens of projects that have both required and benefited from the public input process.  During this time, we have strengthened our understanding of the process and refined our techniques.  As RVi approaches its 30th anniversary, we decided to reflect on the lessons we’ve learned and... Read Full Post

Mueller Gardens in the Spotlight

This month, RVi’s work at the Mueller Development was featured on KLRU’s Central Texas Gardener program. During the segment, RVi Landscape Architect Chris Lalich described the story behind the prairie restoration effort at Mueller, as well as the native demonstration gardens that have been embraced by visitors and residents alike. Chris has been involved in... Read Full Post