Jordy Tiburcio interned with our team in the Summer of 2024, starting with a passion for the construction industry and leaving with real-world skills that laid the foundation for his future career. Read more about his experience in the Q&A below 👇 Where do you go to school? Texas A&M University. What are you studying?...
Houston’s “The Allen” has now opened along the scenic Allen Parkway. The futuristic-looking complex might’ve caught your eye if you’ve spent any time cruising down the Parkway into downtown over the last few years. And for good reason. The space – which features a 35-story high-rise tower and four-story retail center – stands out amongst...
We’re stoked to announce the promotion of Kelly Carmouche to Vice President of B&D Landscape Contractors, filling the role previously held by now-President Bill Thorne. The story of Kelly’s tenure with B&D started in 2012 when he joined our team as a project manager. His first job entailed leading one of the four projects we...
Sarah Christison interned with the B&D team this summer, bringing with her a passion for the construction industry and thirst for learning. The granddaughter of industry veteran Jack Christison, you could say her love of all things construction runs deep. Read the Q&A below to learn more about Sarah and highlights of her internship experience....
We’re excited to announce the promotion of Bill Thorne to President of B&D, assuming the role from former President and Founding Partner Dan Sugulas. Since coming on board as a project manager in 2010, Bill has steadily worked his way up through the ranks at B&D with intention and focus, assuming greater responsibilities as he...
Fifth & West is a bespoke collection of custom private residences located in downtown Austin, Texas. Situated within a 39-story high rise building, Fifth & West is the seventh tallest tower in Austin, and is composed entirely of residential units. Completed in 2019, B&D Landscape Contractors partnered with Rogers O’Brien Construction to produce all hardscape...
B&D Landscape Contractors (B&D) has announced the addition of seasoned project manager J.G. “Jack” Christison to their team. Christison, formerly with Millis Development & Construction, holds decades of landscape and hardscape construction experience, and will serve as a project manager with B&D. Christison’s notable projects include the Toyota Center landscape and irrigation, Woodlands Waterway Island...
The Barbara Bush Literacy Plaza, part of the Houston Public Library in Downtown Houston, recently reopened after undergoing an impressive transformation. Renovations to the inside and outside of the building included the addition of a waterwall, adult reading area, children’s reading room, performance stage, jumbo video display and more. B&D Landscape Contractors was tasked with...
Gables Republic Square is a mixed-use concept located in downtown Austin, Texas. A compilation of private residences atop Hotel ZaZa, this joint-venture property is part of a growing trend of co-branded, shared spaces in urban cities around Texas. As construction costs continue to increase and usable space becomes harder to come by, developers are making...
Location: Houston, Texas Project Timeline: Four Months Landscape Architecture Partner: IA Interior Architects Our team installed underground drainage that connects to a water reservoir for flood control. Synthetic turf, pavers and gravel were added in the plaza area for a low maintenance look. We also furnished the space with a decorative wire mesh panel and...
