The Livable Centers Study for Clute, Texas is a comprehensive assessment and planning initiative aimed at improving the livability, sustainability, and quality of life in the community south of Houston. The study focuses on developing strategies and recommendations to create vibrant, pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods that offer a range of amenities, transportation options, and economic opportunities.

The study incorporates unique needs and characteristics of Clute, within the larger Houston metropolitan area, and addresses its distinctive challenges when compared to surrounding communities. These include enhancement of Clute’s livability by focusing on several factors — mobility, accessibility, public spaces, economic development, and social interaction.

This Livable Centers Study will serve as a roadmap for Clute’s future development, guiding decision-makers and stakeholders to make informed choices that align with the community’s vision and values, while providing a framework for creating a more vibrant and livable community, and ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future.

This project received a Houston Section APATX Silver award in Urban Design in 2024.

*This project was originally developed by Kevin Sloan Studio, before the creation of KSS at DSGN.