Howard Hughes Communities celebrates the topping out of the Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands

THE WOODLANDS, TX – Howard Hughes Communities today celebrated the topping out of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands, marking a major construction milestone as the new luxury residential project designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects reaches its full height. The first stand-alone Ritz-Carlton Residences in Texas—situated on the last available large-scale residential site on Lake Woodlands, 27 miles north of Downtown Houston—has experienced record-breaking demand, with its superior amenities and lifestyle offerings setting a new standard for luxury living in the state.

“As we continue to see across our portfolio of award-winning master planned communities, exceptional quality drives extraordinary demand,” said David O’Reilly, Chief Executive Officer of Howard Hughes. “The Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands is reinforcing the strength of our community and showcasing the unparalleled residential experiences that make The Woodlands one of the most desirable places to live in the country.”

Designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, the project reflects sophisticated, timeless elegance through modern classicism, capturing the spirit of Texas estates envisioned by architect John F. Staub, complemented by a country-club atmosphere with outdoor and wellness amenities and concierge services. Spanning eight private acres, the property features approximately 15,000 square feet of indoor wellness and lifestyle amenities, three acres of outdoor experiences, and 1,200 feet of lakefront shoreline exclusively for residents.

“The project exudes sophistication,” said Robert A.M. Stern, founding partner of Robert A.M. Stern Architects. “Each residence is laid out like a ‘great house,’ providing owners with the ideal setting of a modern lakeside estate. We have designed our buildings to surpass the most discerning of expectations.”

The Residences bring an iconic brand, world-class architecture, and timeless design to a community consistently ranked among the nation’s best places to live. Residents will enjoy convenient access to growing luxury retail, award-winning dining, acclaimed concerts at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, and the expansive natural network of trails, lakes, and parks that define the community.

“This project represents a defining moment for The Woodlands, raising the bar for luxury living while building on its 50-year legacy of thoughtful planning, natural beauty, and exceptional quality of life,” said Jim Carman, President of the Texas Region for Howard Hughes Communities.

Private sales appointments are available in the project’s 4,000-square-foot sales gallery located at the company’s headquarters in The Woodlands. Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is the exclusive listing brokerage for the project. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact or visit The Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands.

Construction is expected to be completed in 2027.