Craig International Selected to Develop 189-Acre Mixed-Use Community in Denison

Craig International, a McKinney-based developer, has won a competitive bid to transform 189 acres in Denison into a major mixed-use community project. The development will feature a diverse portfolio including retail, entertainment, multifamily residential, and office space, all designed around walkability principles that emphasize pedestrian-friendly infrastructure and accessibility. This project represents a significant strategic move for Craig International, as it's positioned to serve dual purposes: functioning as the gateway entrance to the Texoma region while simultaneously complementing the firm's much larger Preston Harbor development initiative. The Preston Harbor project itself is an ambitious $7 billion undertaking, making this Denison development a key component of Craig's broader vision for regional growth and mixed-use development in North Texas. By winning the competitive request for proposal process, Craig International beat out other developers to secure rights to what the company clearly views as a flagship project that will anchor economic activity in the area. The walkable, mixed-use model reflects broader industry trends toward creating vibrant communities that blend residential, commercial, and entertainment uses rather than traditional single-use zoning patterns.