Redevelopment of the former Halliburton campus in Westchase District is officially underway, marking the start of a major mixed-use project called Park Eight Place.
Houston-based Johnson Development Services has completed the demolition of most of the 50-acre campus at 10200 Bellaire Blvd., except for a parking garage. The first phase of construction, which includes streets and infrastructure, is expected to begin in January.
Park Eight Place will feature a mix of residential units, office buildings and retail spaces, all integrated into a walkable, community-oriented development. The project is aimed at creating a connected environment that promotes health, social gathering and innovation.
“We’re building a destination that reflects Houston’s dynamic urban character,” said Michael Cox, president of Johnson Development Services. The development is estimated to bring $1 billion in taxable value to the area.
The investment group leading the project, 68B LLC, is headed by Lee Wong, who also recently joined the Westchase District Board of Directors. Wong is enthusiastic about the potential impact Park Eight Place will have on Westchase District. “We have a responsibility to be good stewards of our resources,” Wong said. “I want to bring my experiences to help improve the community and make Westchase District better for residents and businesses.” Wong also emphasized the development’s prime location at Bellaire Boulevard and Beltway 8. “We’re in a bustling part of town, with quick access to key destinations like the Galleria, Energy Corridor and Katy,” he said. “We’re creating a mixed-use development that will serve the broader community.”
Michelle Wogan, executive vice president of Transwestern Real Estate Services, added, “West Houston and Westchase, known for their commercial vitality and strategic location, have experienced a dynamic landscape influenced by the aftermath of the pandemic, remote work trends and local development initiatives with more than 7 million square feet of office leased in the past two years, making this one of the most active major markets in the nation.”
The developers of Park Eight Place held numerous public meetings to engage neighboring residents and businesses, as well as worked with many governmental entities.
