Creative Policy Network preserves places, builds wealth, and catalyzes cultural and economic revitalization through authentic partnerships.
We envision a future where artists and communities control their creative destiny through interconnected Cultural Land Networks—demonstrating that preservation, community ownership, and economic prosperity can flourish together across Texas and beyond.
Current Projects
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Hackberry ARts
East Austin | Partnership with Hall Burnis & Lee Family Trust
Transforming two heritage residential structures into affordable live-work spaces and community programming hubs. This project honors the profound legacy of Lt. Colonel Burnis Lee Hall Jr.—a distinguished Prairie View A&M graduate, decorated Vietnam War veteran, and beloved Austin Community College educator—and his wife Lee Cradia Hall, who exemplified the community-building spirit that makes East Austin a place of resilience and collective prosperity. Hackberry Arts creates affordable artist studios, a community gallery, and gathering spaces while building pathways for cultural workers to thrive in the neighborhood their families helped build.
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Reji Thomas Live-Work Community Hub
South Austin | Partnership with Artist Reji Thomas
In partnership with legendary artist Reji Thomas, whose Pine Street Station (1979-2014) served as the beating heart of East Austin's creative renaissance. Pine Street Station welcomed "80s gypsy artists" and hosted major SXSW showcases featuring artists like Kanye West and Amy Winehouse. This project transforms Reji's current property into a live-work hub with artist studios, community museum space, and cultural programming while positioning her as a foundational partner in Austin's first cultural real estate network.