Lyon Square Earns Statewide Urban Design Recognition

Lyon Square has been recognized with the Outstanding Urban Design Award by the Michigan Chapter of the American Planning Association as part of the 2025 Planning Excellence Awards. This honor highlights the project’s impact on placemaking, connectivity and community engagement along the Grand River. Rockford is proud to be included alongside our partners at Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. and Progressive Companies, recognizing the collaboration behind a space designed to bring people together and strengthen the riverfront experience.

See how Lyon Square reimagines connection along the riverfront.

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