Indigo: Cottages
Richmond, Texas
Summary
The Cottages at Indigo form a charming and carefully orchestrated pocket neighborhood, occupying a 1.5-acre site that is both intimate in scale and rich in connectivity. Nestled between the vibrant Indigo Commons, a scenic vineyard, and a four-acre working community farm, the cottages offer residents a rare blend of rural character and urban convenience. This uniquely positioned enclave is designed to embody the values of simplicity, sustainability, and social connection, creating a lifestyle rooted in both comfort and community. Comprising 17 detached single-family homes, the cottages range in size from 800 to 1,400 square feet, each one crafted with a focus on efficiency, functionality, and timeless design. Despite their compact footprints, these homes live large, featuring open-concept floor plans, ample natural light, and smart storage solutions that enhance everyday livability.
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Project Stats
Project Size:
01.50 Acres
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Project Type:
Parks + Open Space
Planned Community
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Project Scope :
Schematic Design
Through Construction
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Project Status:
Under Construction​
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Higher Densities & Communal Amenities
Strategically envisioned to provide more attainable housing options, The Cottages at Indigo embrace higher residential density through smaller, smarter homes, making them ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or those simply seeking a more minimalist lifestyle. By focusing on thoughtful design rather than square footage, these homes address critical affordability needs while preserving the quality and character that define Indigo. Their proximity to Indigo Commons, the working farm, and a variety of retail and culinary destinations supports a car-free or car-light lifestyle, making walking, biking, and spontaneous social interaction part of daily life.
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The neighborhood layout promotes both privacy and connection, with homes oriented around shared green spaces that serve as the social heart of the community. Residents have access to a variety of communal amenities including a central fire pit for cozy evening gatherings, a passive play lawn where children can roam freely, and an outdoor dining pavilion that hosts everything from impromptu potlucks to seasonal celebrations. These shared spaces are designed not only for recreation, but also to support meaningful interaction and the development of a tight-knit, multigenerational neighborhood culture.
Redefined Living
Landscape architecture plays a pivotal role in reinforcing the neighborhood’s identity and environmental values. Expansive swaths of native and adaptive plantings create soft edges around the site, offering seasonal beauty, habitat for pollinators, and low-maintenance durability.
These verdant buffers not only provide visual cohesion and privacy, but also contribute to the community’s overall ecological health by reducing irrigation needs and promoting biodiversity. To ensure long-term stewardship and ease for homeowners, all landscaping within the shared spaces is maintained by the HOA, allowing residents to enjoy a consistently beautiful and well-kept environment without the burden of yard work.
Altogether, The Cottages at Indigo offer a compelling new model for suburban living, one that blends thoughtful design, environmental responsibility, and deep community connection into a truly livable, walkable, and joyful place to call home.
