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ACE 2 Studio: 101 Studios

Contractor: Hillwood Construction
Location: Fort Worth, TX

"The launch of SGS Studios at Alliance Texas marks a transformative milestone for the Texas film industry, as Taylor Sheridan and Hillwood combine massive logistical scale with cutting-edge production infrastructure to reclaim the independent spirit of storytelling while positioning Fort Worth as a premier global destination for content creation."

Taylor Sheridan’s SGS Studios, in partnership with Hillwood and Paramount Television, has officially opened a 450,000-square-foot production campus at AllianceTexas in Fort Worth, establishing the largest operating film and television studio in the state of Texas. The “next-generation” facility, which currently houses five sound stages and can support four concurrent large-scale productions, represents a major expansion of Sheridan’s production footprint and a significant shift in the region’s industrial landscape. Beyond providing state-of-the-art infrastructure for hits like Landman and Lioness, the project includes a workforce development collaboration with Tarrant County College to train a new generation of local film professionals. By leveraging Texas’ enhanced film incentive program and the strategic logistics of the AllianceTexas corridor, the partnership aims to transform North Texas into a global media hub while driving substantial economic growth and job creation within the community.

ACE 3 Studio: 101 Studios

Contractor: Hillwood Construction
Location: Fort Worth, TX

"The landmark partnership between Hillwood and SGS Studios establishes a new global epicenter for media production in North Texas, merging world-class infrastructure with a strategic commitment to job creation and industry-led training for the Fort Worth community."

Hillwood and Taylor Sheridan’s SGS Studios, in partnership with Paramount Television, have officially launched Texas’ largest film and television production campus within the 27,000-acre AllianceTexas development in Fort Worth. The 450,000-square-foot “next-generation” facility, consisting of the SGS 1 and SGS 2 complexes, is purpose-built to support up to four concurrent large-scale productions and began active operations in early 2025 with the filming of Paramount’s Landman. Beyond its massive logistical scale and state-of-the-art sound stages, the venture emphasizes long-term economic impact through a workforce development partnership with Tarrant County College, which prepares local residents for specialized careers in the film industry. By leveraging Texas’ enhanced film incentive programs and its strategic location near major aerospace and logistics hubs, the partnership aims to transform the region into a premier global destination for content creation and a permanent cornerstone of the American entertainment landscape.

Mule Alley

Contractor: Commerce Construction
Location: Fort Worth, TX

"A masterclass in 'respecting rather than replacing' history, Mule Alley breathes new life into century-old barns to prove the Fort Worth of tomorrow is built on the legacy of yesterday."

Mule Alley is a landmark adaptive reuse project that transformed the historic 1912 Horse and Mule Barns into a premier 180,000-square-foot mixed-use destination. Located in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards, the project involved the meticulous restoration of two massive brick barn blocks that once anchored the largest horse and mule market in the world.

Architectural firm Bennett Partners led the rehabilitation, focusing on preserving the soul of the structures—including restoring 500,000 hand-laid bricks and original clerestory windows—while modernizing the interiors for contemporary use. Today, the pedestrian-friendly alley serves as a vibrant “market street” featuring a curated collection of heritage retail brands (like Lucchese and King Ranch), chef-driven restaurants, and creative office spaces. The project is anchored by the Hotel Drover, a rustic-luxury boutique hotel that completes the district’s evolution from a neglected industrial site into a world-class hospitality hub.

North Texas Food Bank

Contractor: Hillwood Construction
Location: Plano, TX

"The Perot Family Campus is more than just a warehouse; it is a community-funded engine of hope designed to close the hunger gap across North Texas for generations to come."

The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) officially opened its Perot Family Campus in Plano in 2018, marking a transformative milestone in the organization’s fight against hunger. The 230,000-square-foot facility serves as the centralized distribution hub for the NTFB’s 13-county service area, consolidating multiple locations into one state-of-the-art campus.

Named in honor of a lead gift from the Perot family, the facility includes a high-capacity warehouse with nearly 70,000 square feet of cold storage, a massive volunteer sorting area, and modern administrative offices. A standout feature is “Jan’s Garden,” a community learning garden dedicated to the memory of late CEO Jan Pruitt. This strategic relocation allowed the NTFB to triple its refrigerated capacity and established a long-term infrastructure capable of providing access to 92 million nutritious meals annually.