Meridiana Recognized as a Quality Planned Development
by the West Houston Association
IOWA COLONY, TX (October, 2025) – Meridiana, one of the nation’s top-selling
master-planned communities, has been recognized as a Quality Planned Development
(QPD) by the West Houston Association, a prestigious designation honoring
communities that meet the highest standards in thoughtful design, amenities, and
long-term sustainability.
The QPD seal signifies that Meridiana exemplifies superior planning and development,
ensuring a vibrant, well-maintained community that will hold its value for generations.
For homebuyers, the recognition is a clear indicator of developer commitment to
excellence and quality of life.
“Meridiana has always strived to set the benchmark for what a master-planned
community should be,” said Matt Lawson, president of Rise Communities, developer of
Meridiana. “This recognition reaffirms our dedication to building a truly connected
community where families can thrive.”
Spanning 3,000 acres minutes south of Pearland, Meridiana showcases the very
qualities that define a quality, planned development: extensive greenbelts, connected
trails, diverse recreation facilities, on-site schools, parks, and a wide variety of new
homes.
Its unrivaled amenities include the waterfront Oasis Village and the Adventure Cove
aquatics experience where residents enjoy a wave pool, tidal river and resort-style
pool. Adventure Cove also features a spacious fitness center, central lawn, pavilion,
and food truck park. Residents also enjoy over 100 acres of parks and more than 50
miles of paved trails for walking, jogging, and biking.
The community is home to several onsite schools including Meridiana Elementary,
Bennett Elementary, Caffey Junior High School, Future Explorers Academy and the new
Kiddie Academy. Iowa Colony High School is located adjacent to the Meridiana.
Meridiana also offers unmatched convenience with a prime location off Texas 288 at
Meridiana Parkway.
For more information about Meridiana, including available homes, amenities, and schools, visit www.MeridianaTexas.com. Read about it here!
