TMC Helix Park

Location: Houston, Texas

Client: Mikyoung Kim Design

Services: SD, DD, CD, CA

Year of Completion: 2024

Area: 37 acres

Recognition

FAST COMPANY World Changing Ideas Award winner in the Urban Design Category, 2024

The gardens at TMC3 feature a wide range of water elements that add both excitement and relaxation to the outdoor experience. These features are thoughtfully placed throughout the landscape to create inviting spaces where visitors of all ages can explore, unwind, and enjoy the surroundings.

Circular arrays of jets pulse in choreographed rhythms. Cascading falls offer peaceful nooks to sit, reflect, and take in the lush surroundings. A shimmering scrim of water invites the playful illusion of walking on its surface, captivating children and adults alike. And long, meandering streams weave through two of the gardens, striking a balance between movement and stillness.

Together, these water elements bring texture, motion, and vitality to the gardens. They encourage play, interactivity, and a deeper connection with the natural world—turning a simple walk through the landscape into an immersive, restorative journey.