{"id":253342,"date":"2026-04-16T22:55:07","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T22:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/253342\/"},"modified":"2026-04-16T22:55:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T22:55:07","slug":"friscos-3-billion-the-mix-is-taking-shape-heres-whats-coming-local-profile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/253342\/","title":{"rendered":"Frisco\u2019s $3 Billion \u2018The Mix\u2019 Is Taking Shape, Here\u2019s What\u2019s Coming &#8211; Local Profile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From a 9-acre central park to Whole Foods and walkable spaces, the project is well underway <\/p>\n<p class=\"dropcap\">Progress is continuing on one of Frisco\u2019s most closely watched developments, and new details are offering a clearer picture of what\u2019s ahead.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/real-estate\/friscos-next-chapter-started-this-week-with-3-billion-development-the-mix-10092086\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Mix<\/a>, a $3 billion mixed-use project located at the intersection of the Dallas North Tollway and Lebanon Road, is steadily moving forward as construction advances. Planned as a 112-acre destination, the development is designed to bring together residential, retail, office, dining and hospitality into a single, walkable environment.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s Coming In Phase 1<\/p>\n<p>The first phase of The Mix is already taking shape, with infrastructure, residential buildings and commercial spaces progressing.<\/p>\n<p>Phase 1 is expected to include:<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\tResidential units designed for a range of lifestyles&#13;<br \/>\n\tOffice and medical office space&#13;<br \/>\n\tRetail and dining, including Frisco\u2019s first Whole Foods Market&#13;<br \/>\n\tStructured parking and walkable streets&#13;<\/p>\n<p>The inclusion of Whole Foods signals a key anchor for the development, helping establish it as both a neighborhood hub and a regional destination.<\/p>\n<p>A Central Park At The Core Of The Project<\/p>\n<p>One of the defining features of The Mix is its focus on outdoor space. Plans include a 9-acre central park, known as \u201cCentral Park,\u201d which will serve as a gathering place surrounded by restaurants, retail and public spaces. The park is expected to anchor the development, creating a natural hub for both residents and visitors.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the central park, the project incorporates additional green space and pedestrian-friendly design, reinforcing the broader vision of a connected, lifestyle-driven environment rather than a traditional retail center.<\/p>\n<p>A Large-Scale Vision Years In The Making<\/p>\n<p>The Mix represents a major transformation of a site that has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/business\/what-went-wrong-wade-park-7506949\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">long been in flux<\/a>. Earlier plans outlined a development with more than 3,300 residential units, underscoring the scale and long-term impact of the project, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/real-estate\/frisco-city-council-approves-1134-million-for-the-mix-development-9664637\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">as previously reported in Local Profile\u2019<\/a>s coverage of The Mix\u2019s residential buildout.<\/p>\n<p>The project gained momentum following significant city support, including a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/real-estate\/frisco-city-council-approves-1134-million-for-the-mix-development-9664637\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">major public investment<\/a> agreement that helped move development forward and reestablish the site as a priority for Frisco\u2019s growth.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/real-estate\/friscos-next-chapter-started-this-week-with-3-billion-development-the-mix-10092086\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Construction officially began<\/a> in January 2026 as part of a new phase for the development, marking a turning point after years of stalled progress and repositioning the project as one of the most ambitious in North Texas.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"670443160_18387778966082263_5141735721199312977_n\" id=\"file-4360600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/670443160_18387778966082263_5141735721199312977_n.jpg;w=960.jpeg\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhoto: City of Frisco&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Why The Mix Continues To Draw Attention<\/p>\n<p>The Mix stands out not just for its size, but for its role in shaping Frisco\u2019s next chapter. With plans for residential living, office space, retail, hotels and entertainment all in one place, the development is designed to function as a fully integrated district. Its location along the Dallas North Tollway further positions it as a high-visibility destination within the region.<\/p>\n<p>The combination of scale, location and mixed-use design continues to drive interest from both residents and businesses as the project moves forward.<\/p>\n<p>What To Expect Next<\/p>\n<p>While construction is ongoing, the project remains a multi-phase development that will continue to evolve over several years.<\/p>\n<p>Phase 1 is currently expected to open around 2027, with additional phases expanding the footprint and bringing more components online over time.<\/p>\n<p>As progress continues, The Mix is beginning to move from concept to reality, offering a clearer look at how one of Frisco\u2019s largest developments could reshape the area\u2019s landscape in the years ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss anything Local. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/newsletter\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a> for our free newsletter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"From a 9-acre central park to Whole Foods and walkable spaces, the project is well underway Progress is&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":253343,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[95673,160,162,161],"class_list":{"0":"post-253342","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-plano","8":"tag-developmentlocal-newsprogresscentral-parknorth-texascollin-countyfrisconewsletter_allthe-mix","9":"tag-plano","10":"tag-plano-headlines","11":"tag-plano-news"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/253342","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=253342"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/253342\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/253343"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=253342"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=253342"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=253342"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}