Congratulations on becoming a new member of the Evia community! We hope that Evia will remind of you of traditional neighborhoods from your
childhood. You can enjoy the camaraderie of your neighbors while exploring the natural treasures that Evia and Galveston Island have to offer.
Through our research of communities around the United States, we have designed Evia to be a neighborhood that honors the traditional style of
homes in Galveston, preserves green space and sensitive areas, requires quality construction practices and promotes a sense of community while
efficiently serving her residents and neighbors.
As sixth-generation Galvestonians, our love for our island home has driven our desire for Galveston Island to have this first-class development.
Evia will serve as a model for new urbanist design and smart growth on the Gulf Coast. The Village Center will be a gathering place for all of the
residents while the lakes and trails will offer access to the unique natural landscape of our island. And, the style of the homes will honor the
rich architectural heritage of the island.
Our vision for the community is one that offers refuge from the hustle and bustle of life by offering a home, not just a house with four walls.
But, most importantly, we hope that Evia offers a retreat for your soul!
Evia Partners, LP
Village Founders
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Jose Antonio de Evia was a Spanish naval officer commissioned by his patron, Bernardo de Galvez, to draw detailed plans of the Gulf Coast from West Florid
to Tampico, Mexico. During his exploration, he happened upon a barrier island at the inlet to a large bay and named the island "Galveston," after his patron.
We live on a historic island. With all that she has to offer, the man who discovered our beloved home deserves to be recognized. Therefore, Galveston's newest
community honors Jose Antonio de Evia with gratitude for his exploration.
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Evia is built upon a unique set of ideals that reflects traditional neighborhoods. Want to learn more? Try these "good reads" -
Sexton, Richard. Vestiges of Grandeur: The Plantations of Louisiana's River Road.
California, Chronicle Books LLC, 1999.
Starr, S. Frederick. Southern Comfort: The Garden District of New Orleans.
New York, Princeton Architectural Press, 1998.
Sully, Susan. Charleston Style.
New York, Rizzoli International Publications, Inc., 1999.
Sully, Susan. Charleston Style: Then and Now.
New York, Universe Publishing, 2003.
Versaci, Russell. Creating a New Old House: Yesterday's Character for Today's Home.
Connecticut, The Tawnton Press, 2003.
Vetter, Cyril E. The Louisiana Houses of A. Hays Town.
Louisiana, Louisiana State University Press, 1999.
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