Making Places People Love

Creating meaningful architecture, urban planning, and policy strategies that bring communities together.

Who We Are

We care about what makes a more

sustain walk equit liv bike afford remark able.city

We are architects, planners, economic developers, and civic strategists dedicated to building better cities. Our work blends design and dialogue to help communities shape their own future.

years of combined experience in planning and architecture.

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residents engaged in community planning processes.

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Repeat clients on public and housing sector

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zoning code and land use updates completed.

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secured across 13 major grant and capital campaigns—including FTA, TxDOT, National Park Service, and Historic Tax Credits.

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in construction cost.

$ 1 Billion+

What we do

Our services are crafted to meet clients where they are—and guide them toward where they want to be. From visioning to execution, we design with clarity, purpose, and people at the center.

Community Engagement

Public Policies | Advocacy Strategies | Charrettes

We lead authentic, accessible engagement processes that turn stakeholders into co-creators. Through inclusive design sessions and thoughtful outreach, we ensure that every voice is heard—and reflected—in the outcomes.

Planning

Comp Plans | Market Study & Analysis | Transportation Plans

We design places with purpose—leveraging public input, data, and vision to shape inclusive, sustainable cities. Our planning work balances urban form, policy, and equity to guide smart, long-lasting growth.

Economic Development

ED Strategies | Market Study & Analysis | Transportation Plans

Grounded in local context and market insight, our strategies foster investment, optimize assets, and build resilient economies. From TIRZs to incentive policy, we unlock community potential through data-driven, sustainable approaches.

Architecture

Housing | Rehab & Reuse  | Transit Facilities  | Learning Environments

We believe every building tells a story—one shaped by place, people, and purpose. Our designs are rooted in context-sensitive design, delivering spaces that are beautiful, functional, and community-responsive.

Featured work

Projects That Shape Cities

Explore a selection of recent work across architecture, planning, and community engagement. These projects showcase our multidisciplinary approach and deep commitment to community impact.

Alazan Courts Master Plan | Community Engagement & Urban Renewal

Master planning + deep stakeholder engagement in housing redevelopment.

Cathedral of San Agustin Restoration

Historic/cultural preservation architecture that demonstrates depth in context‑sensitive design.

Laredo ISD Performing Art Center

Performing arts architecture for education and community impact.

Latest news

News, articles & publications

Able City Receives Two 2026 People + Place Awards from AIA San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX – August 1, 2026 – Able City received two honors at the American Institute of Architects San Antonio 2026 People + Place

Meet 2026 AIA Lower Rio Grande Valley President Ricardo Solis.

Able City Receives Two 2026 People + Place Awards from AIA San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX – August 1, 2026 – Able City received two honors at the American Institute of Architects San Antonio 2026 People + Place

We’ve expanded our leadership team and added a new East coast office. Able City East is a full-service urban planning firm based in Miami, Florida founded by Jason King, AICP, CNU-A and Pam Stacy, CNU-A.

Meet 2026 AIA Lower Rio Grande Valley President Ricardo Solis.

As cities continue to grow and evolve, so does the need for sustainable city planning. Sustainable city planning refers to cities’ conscious design and management to promote sustainability. This involves prioritizing the health of the environment, the economy, and the community.