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Passionate People Sustainable Design Van Meter Williams Pollack is an award winning Architecture and Urban Design firm based in San Francisco and Denver.

We provide a full range of design and planning services for a variety of clients, project types and scales.

05/29/2026

Big congratulations to Burbank Housing on the ribbon cutting for Bowman Place in Healdsburg! We were thrilled to have VMWP team members Sherry Scott, Elitsa Shepherd, Gretchen Till, and Mary Helen Kennedy join the celebration last Thursday to mark the opening of this vibrant new community. It is always a joy to see these much-needed homes come to life and welcome their first residents.

This mixed-use development in Healdsburg is a key piece of the North Village master plan, bringing 53 units of much-needed affordable and workforce rental housing to the community. Designed to foster connection and accessibility, the project includes a retail promenade, children's playground, and beautifully landscaped open spaces that will serve as a vibrant hub for local families and the workforce.

About the Project: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/north-village-parcel-4/

05/26/2026

The VMWP team had an inspiring morning at the Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County’s Annual Affordable Housing Month Policy Breakfast and Bus Tour. Fred Pollack, Karen Murray, Ben Chuaqui, Elaine Uang, and Preeti Srinivasan enjoyed connecting with so many friends and colleagues in the affordable housing world to discuss regional solutions and explore local developments. We want to thank HLCSMC for hosting this event and for their ongoing advocacy to advance housing opportunities.

05/22/2026

VMWP's Rick Williams, Mary Helen Kennedy, and Midstate's Lauren Williams punched Burbank Housing's Bowman Place in Healdsburg, California. We are seeing the finish line for these 53 new affordable homes in Healdsburg and look forward to the completion of this vibrant addition to the community.

About the Project: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/bowman-place/

05/20/2026

Join us as we present "Architecture as Healing: Designing for Wellness, Dignity, and Permanent Support," featuring Randy Tsuda (President and CEO of ), Ali Ga***rd (Senior Vice President Northern California of Affirmed Housing ), and Fred Pollack (Partner and Architect at Van Meter Williams Pollack LLP). The session focuses on how trauma-informed design and biophilic elements within the Vitalia and Luna Vista projects foster recovery and long-term stability for residents. These developments aim to create safe, supportive environments that improve wellness outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RqvgOlMIQO2D4G6Oxx7uxw #/registration

05/18/2026

It was a joyful day at Eden Housing's Timber Street Apartments in Newark, California where VMWPers Rick Williams, Elitsa Shepherd, Corina Dumitrescu, and Hayley Wrubel joined residents to help plant their new community garden. Working alongside leader Emily Yang, and landscape architect Lia Farley, our team felt lucky to witness the delight and community spirit as residents began to grow their own green space. This special event highlighted the beauty of living in community and the importance of creating vibrant, supportive environments for our seniors.

About the Project: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/timber-senior-housing/

05/11/2026

’s Oak Gardens project has officially achieved its Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO)! This 62 unit community in Menlo Park provides much needed permanent supportive housing for veterans and their families. By co-locating deeply affordable housing with on-site services like case management and financial literacy, we are helping to create a stable environment where residents have direct access to the care and resources they deserve.

About the Project: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/oak-gardens/

05/08/2026

The Half Moon Bay City Council has officially approved a 99-year ground lease for a 100% affordable housing development at 555 Kelly Avenue, marking a major milestone for the long-debated project. The five-story building, developed by Mercy Housing and designed by Van Meter Williams Pollack LLP (VMWP), will provide 40 residential units specifically for older farmworkers and their families, alongside a farmworker resource center operated by the nonprofit Ayudando Latinos A Soñar - ALAS.

The project secured a $1 annual lease and $2 million in state grant funding to address the critical need for senior farmworker housing following the 2023 mass shooting.

Source: KRON 4 News https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/half-moon-bay-approves-lease-on-affordable-housing-project/
Project Link: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/555-kelly-avenue/

05/07/2026

New aerial images of Resources for Community Development's Victory Village project highlight how beautifully the site has matured now that the project is 6 years old. Nestled in the wooded valley of Fairfax, the senior housing community features a design that gently terraces into the hillside, preserving the natural character of the 2 acre site. It is rewarding to see the integrated bioswales performing successfully as they manage stormwater while contributing to the lush, established landscape that residents enjoy today. Special thanks to Ken Gutmaker for capturing these new perspectives of the community in its full, seasonal growth.

About the Project: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/victory-village/

Photography: Ken Gutmaker

05/05/2026

It is wonderful to see the Sunnydale neighborhood continue its transformation into a vibrant, service-rich community. We are thrilled that Mercy Housing and Related California's Sunnydale HOPE SF will soon feature a Bi-Rite non-profit grocery store at the Hub, providing essential access to fresh, healthy food for residents. This milestone is a key part of the larger Sunnydale HOPE SF master plan, which integrates 1,770 new homes with community-serving retail and open spaces to create a resilient and equitable neighborhood for all.
Source: https://sfstandard.com/2026/05/04/sunnydale-market-bi-rite-non-profit-grocery-store/
About the Project: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/sunnydale-hope-sf-master-plan/

05/02/2026

RSVP today! Join us for a tour and presentation of , a 110-unit affordable educator housing community in Palo Alto, California. Built in partnership with County of Santa Clara, California, Mercy Housing, and Abode Communities, the tour provides a firsthand look at how innovative design and public-private partnerships can create high-quality, affordable homes for local teachers and school staff. Explore the vibrant courtyards and sustainable features of this landmark project while learning about the collaborative efforts that brought this educator-focused hub to life.

RSVP: Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-acacia-tour-educator-workforce-housing-in-action-tickets-1986824396253?aff=oddtdtcreator

Project Link: https://www.vmwp.com/projects/231-grant-avenue-educator-workforce-housing/

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