Description
The Maiker Uplands project Verrbana is a four-story infill project in the Uplands neighborhood, Westminster’s largest remaining open space. The project will incorporate a Headstart early learning space at the ground level. 70 total units feature balconies or patios at every unit, a fitness area at the ground level, a community laundry room at every level, as well as rooftop deck and multipurpose on the fourth floor with western-facing mountain views. The project will also frame and overlook the new public park directly east of the building along Decatur Street. A quarter of the units meet The Kelsey Design Standards for inclusion and disability-forward housing creation.
An on-site publicly-accessible sensory park space at the corner of Decatur Street and West 88th Avenue will feature plants that celebrate the senses of sight, scent, and touch. An outdoor public courtyard will allow residents access to relaxed seating, public art installations, and musical instruments under festoon lighting. Other various amenities include twenty bicycle parking spaces, a dog park, community garden, and an outdoor grill.
Design Features
- Fourth-floor amenity deck and multi-purpose room
- Headstart education space
- Balconies or patios at every unit
- Multi-story corners of brick
- Courtyard with fireplace, pergola, and children’s play equipment
- Sensory gardens and a dog park as outdoor amenities
Green Features
- All-electric-ready building
- Photovoltaic panels at covered entries and carports
- EnergyStar requirements
- Low-water plant selection for landscaping
- On-site recycling collection
- Community planters and gardens
PROJECT INFORMATION
Client: Maiker Housing Partners
Site Area: 88,375 S.F. / 2.03 acre
Density: 70 units – 34.5 DUA
Completion: 2026
Construction est.: $23M
Supportive Housing for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
VMWP designs supportive housing that empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through environments that celebrate identity, dignity, and belonging. Our work is guided by the Kelsey Standards for inclusive design, ensuring that every project fosters accessibility, independence, and community.
These developments often incorporate on-site medical care and social services to address the complex needs of residents. By blending health-focused design principles with an enhanced services model, we create restorative spaces that support a true continuum of care and help residents thrive where they live.