Texas real estate developer focuses on delivering the lifestyle consumers want
HOUSTON, Aug. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — At Austin Point, the master-planned city in fast-growing Fort Bend County, Texas real estate developer Signorelli is focused on creating a community that reflects the lifestyle today’s consumers want — walkable destinations, gathering spaces, unique businesses, outdoor environments and places to work, socialize and connect.
A prime example is the newly opened, locally owned Honor Society Coffee Co. situated inside The 1824, Austin Point’s thriving 2.5-acre social hub and civic green. Featuring locally roasted coffee and a menu of delectable food and beverages, Honor Society Coffee Co. now serves as a daily-use anchor — adding energy, connection and a growing sense of place to the evolving community landscape.
Designed with the flexibility to accommodate coffee, casual dining, remote work, events, recreation and informal gatherings, The 1824 is a public-facing destination where residents, visitors and businesses interact. Combining premium coffee beverages, good food and local character, Honor Society Coffee Co. gives area residents and visitors another reason to linger and to return.
Recent survey research found that walkability to a coffee shop or casual restaurant ranks among the most desired community amenities, second only to access to nature and open space.¹ In addition, 78% of consumers say they would pay more to live in a walkable community,² underscoring growing demand for residential living that brings everyday destinations and opportunities for connection closer to home.
As an integral part of phase one, The 1824 reflects Signorelli’s broader approach to community planning at Austin Point: a connected city shaped around the ways people live, work, gather and grow. By integrating residential, commercial, recreational and civic spaces into one cohesive environment, Austin Point establishes a stronger sense of place — where community is woven into everyday life.
“Great communities don’t happen by accident. They’re built with a vision for how people will live, connect and grow together for generations,” said Danny Signorelli, founder and CEO of Signorelli. “That’s the vision behind Austin Point. More than a curated collection of neighborhoods, businesses, and amenities, we’re creating an interconnected city that fosters a sense of place and belonging. The 1824 is just one example of how we bring that vision to life by giving people unique and welcoming places to enjoy with family and friends.”
Creating a Sense of Community
Since opening, The 1824 has hosted public events that bring residents and visitors together through experiences including live music, classic and vintage vehicle showcases, cookouts and food trucks, lawn games, model home tours and more. Austin Point also hosts exclusive resident gatherings to strengthen relationships among neighbors.
“From the start, we’ve been intentional about developing Austin Point as a connected community that brings people together,” said Jeff Dewese, president of Signorelli’s Land Division. “The 1824 was designed to create those everyday opportunities on day one, and Honor Society brings an important element to that experience. We’re excited to continue bringing this kind of social infrastructure to Austin Point and to provide new public destinations for everyone to enjoy as the community grows.”
Building a Next-Generation City
Activated community spaces with unique local flavor and programming are one component of Signorelli’s broader vision for Austin Point as the developer incorporates best-in-class ideas in urban planning. Located in one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, Austin Point is on course to become a modern, thriving ecosystem that integrates residences with commercial development, retail and dining, employment centers, schools, medical care, civic uses, parks, trails, recreation and other social spaces.
Austin Point is equally focused on delivering what employers want, as Texas continues to be an attractive option for corporate relocation and expansion. Featuring eight connected districts, Austin Point’s master plan enables its range of uses to function as part of one integrated city, including substantial sites for corporate headquarters and development.
At full buildout, Austin Point will have approximately 14,000 residences, more than 2,000 acres dedicated to retail and commercial uses, and more than 1,000 acres of parks, trails and preserved open space.
“We have the land, the resources and the expertise to create the next great place in Texas to live, work, play and thrive,” said Signorelli. “That’s where we have set our sights.”
Ideally situated near the future Fort Bend Parkway and Grand Parkway extensions, Austin Point is positioned to provide convenient access to key destinations in Greater Houston such as the Texas Medical Center and Downtown Houston.
For more information about Austin Point, visit austinpoint.com.
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[1] Source: America at Home Study Wave 4
[2] Source: National Association of Realtors
About Signorelli
Since 1994, Signorelli has pioneered green markets, exemplified vision and creativity in placemaking, and developed and built the finest places where families can live, work, shop and play. Diversified in most aspects of real estate, from single-family and multifamily to retail, commercial, land development and mixed-use projects, Signorelli is recognized as a leader in Texas and is one of the largest privately held development companies in the state. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, TX. For more information on Signorelli, please visit: Signorellicompany.com.
About Austin Point
Austin Point, a Signorelli development, is a visionary 4,700-acre master-planned community in Fort Bend County, Texas, poised to support over 50,000 residents and transform the region with a dynamic mix of 14,000 residences, more than 2,000 acres dedicated to mixed-use, entertainment, and corporate relocation, and 1,000 acres of parks, trails, and open spaces. Strategically located at the crossroads of the future Fort Bend Parkway and Grand Parkway extensions, Austin Point combines seamless connectivity with an urban energy that fosters walkability, inclusivity, and sustainability. The community integrates residential, commercial, and recreational uses to create a thriving live-work environment. With infrastructure investments and amenities including a regional shopping center, village centers, and over 25 miles of trails, Austin Point sets a new standard for innovative and transformative development in one of Texas’ most diverse and fastest-growing counties. Phase One home sales began in September 2025. For more information, visit austinpoint.com.
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