Projects
SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY RESIDENTIAL COMMONS
Traffic, Transportation, and Parking consulting services
Traffic, Transportation, and Parking consulting services
DeShazo Group played a critical role in the planning of the 1,250-bed Residential Commons on SMU’s campus, a major student life initiative designed to enhance campus living. Working in collaboration with the university and its design team, DeShazo addressed transportation needs for this high-density development located on a constrained site in the heart of Dallas.
🎓 Higher Education | 📍 Dallas, Texas
📈 Scope: Traffic, transportation, and parking planning for new student housing master plan
🏫 Client: Southern Methodist University (SMU)
🚗 Parking Garage Planning & Design
1. Designed an 800+ space parking garage to serve both the Residential Commons and broader campus community
2. Integrated circulation and access needs into the overall site plan for optimal flow and functionality
🛣️ Roadway Network Reconfiguration
1. Reconfigured surrounding streets to create a unified and contiguous development parcel
2. Ensured smooth integration with the existing campus street grid and minimized disruptions
🚶♂️ Walk Smart, Park Smart
1. Assessed the impact of increased residential density on both pedestrian and vehicular traffic
2. Optimized safety measures and multimodal access to support students, staff, and visitors
1. Aligned traffic, parking, and circulation strategies with SMU’s long-term growth and sustainability goals
2. Supported campus objectives for walkability and efficient land use
