Culdesac

The best way to stay active is by living in a walkable neighborhood, but they're mostly illegal to build in the U.S. We're working to change that with our first project, Culdesac Tempe, proving that new walkable neighborhoods will thrive all across the country.

The majority of the U.S. wants to live in a walkable neighborhood. We just stopped building them with the advent of the car. But we can build them again in a different way using a portfolio of modern transportation options.

Looking forward to this fantastic event with Dan Piatkowski! We welcome everyone to come join us for great discussions and/or connecting for a drink in the Jardín Chiwas beer garden at Culdesac Tempe!

5 years ago, a walkable neighborhood like this in AZ seemed impossible. Now, Culdesac Tempe has 21 local businesses, monthly markets, and over 300 residents. This is proof that new walkable neighborhoods will thrive in the U.S.

We carefully positioned Culdesac Tempe's buildings to: 1. Maximize shade 2. Create beautiful pathways that connect the community 3. Foster connection & serendipitous encounters with neighbors

Three key lessons from Culdesac Tempe for building connected, welcoming communities: 1. Public plazas with local retail 2. Shared courtyards where you can run into neighbors or have a BBQ 3. Desert-adapted design that keeps the neighborhood cool

Life at Culdesac Tempe means knowing your local store owners, waving to neighbors, and catching up in the plaza. More U.S. cities should feel like this—designed for people.

We wish more developers knew the secret to successful local retail is flexibility. Typical leases lock businesses in for 5-10 years. We offer short leases, giving local entrepreneurs—especially first-timers—the chance to test ideas, grow, and attract foot traffic to Culdesac Tempe's thriving plaza.

Culdesac Tempe’s retail plaza is officially full with 21 local businesses! Just last week: 1. A barbershop moved in from a nearby strip mall. 2. A Culdesac-grown vintage clothing shop expanded into a bigger space. 3. A local clay studio opened their second Valley location. Walkable neighborhoods give local businesses space to thrive.

When we pitched Culdesac 7 years ago, the real estate industry laughed us out of the room. Now, with over 300 residents and 20+ local businesses in the neighborhood, they want to use our model. Thank you to all who believed in us from the start. More big things coming soon!