Designing parks isn't just about placing benches and trees — it's about creating layers of experience that unfold as people move through space. Each path, each planted edge, each sight line is a deliberate choice in service of moments: rest, discovery, connection.
Recently, Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi acknowledged the advancements and future initiatives regarding the Fannye Cook Natural Area.
Spanning approximately 3,000 acres, the Fannye Cook Natural Area (FCNA) stands as the largest designated natural reserve in the Jackson, MS.
Bayou La Batre breaks ground on the City Docks project!
CPLA is honored to be working with Moffat & Nichol, and Watershed Architecture on the planning and design of this game changing marina and park project.
In collaboration with the leadership of Mississippi State University and the Mississippi State University Foundation, our firm is deeply appreciative of the opportunity to spearhead the planning and visioning for The Crossroads District. It has been a significant honor.
The Crossroads District is set to establish a groundbreaking link between the Mississippi State University campus, the Cotton District, and Downtown Starkville. This innovative development will feature an elegantly designed hotel with curated retail and residential spaces.
We had the privilege of learning from author, Jim Murphy, as he listened to our team present their synopsis of his game changing book - Inner Excellence.
Huge thanks to Jim for sharing his time, energy, and inspiration with us. #love#wisdom#courage
The @CityofMobile celebrated the opening of the Laun Park Splash Pad with much fanfare.
CPLA is honored to see this initial phase of our overall vision for Laun Park become a reality, with such positive feedback from the Mobile community and its leaders.
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Irrigation lines and heads often form complex fractal shapes and inspire design moves on the surface. The hidden elements of a site are also designed with care.
Urban Acupuncture:
Through strategic design choices, multiple high impact outcomes are able to be achieved.
-Safer crossings, slower traffic
-Trees are not used just for aesthetics—they cool the space, define edges.
-Public space with purpose—layered outdoor zones blur the line.
A major milestone in Mobile today as City and County leaders celebrate the groundbreaking for the Africatown Welcome Center!
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