VIDA Housing District

Set within the larger VIDA master plan, this future affordable community in South San Antonio reframes how neighbors live together. The first phase begins with senior housing, followed by family-focused “missing middle” homes that bridge generations. Homes are stitched into a network of green spaces—private courtyards, shared lawns, and two generous parks—while parking is quietly tucked away to keep streets walkable. A tree-lined pedestrian spine becomes the social heart, where street-facing entries and intimate clusters of homes foster community engagement. Anchoring it all, an Amenity Center with a gym, pool, and lounge extends daily life outdoors, shaping a neighborhood rooted in connection, identity, and belonging.

THE BIG IDEA

Site Framework

A layered mix of housing types and open spaces fosters community and human-scale living. Senior apartments, townhomes, and 4-plexes create diversity in scale and density, while open spaces range from private courtyards to shared greens and public parks. Two larger parks—one active, one tree-filled and serene—are linked by a pedestrian-focused street with a double tree allée, forming a strong spine through the neighborhood.

THE CONTEXT

VIDA in San Antonio

Located in San Antonio’s fast-growing South Side, the site sits near major employers like Toyota and the future JCB facility. Adjacent to the VIDA mixed-use development, it will benefit from planned commercial, residential, and institutional growth, including an expanding Texas A&M University–San Antonio and its future medical campus within VIDA.

THE CONTEXT

VIDA in San Antonio

Located in San Antonio’s fast-growing South Side, the site sits near major employers like Toyota and the future JCB facility. Adjacent to the VIDA mixed-use development, it will benefit from planned commercial, residential, and institutional growth, including an expanding Texas A&M University–San Antonio and its future medical campus within VIDA.

HOUSING

Senior Housing

For the first phase, Lake Flato developed the concept design for a senior housing building with 90 affordable units for older adults. Shared amenities include a fitness room, communal kitchen, and activity area, while a central courtyard with gardens and a dog park fosters daily interaction, independence, and community.

HOUSING

Senior Housing

For the first phase, Lake Flato developed the concept design for a senior housing building with 90 affordable units for older adults. Shared amenities include a fitness room, communal kitchen, and activity area, while a central courtyard with gardens and a dog park fosters daily interaction, independence, and community.

THE DETAILS

Connectivity & Parking

Parking is tucked to the site’s edges, allowing the heart of the neighborhood to belong to people. A network of accessible paths weaves together homes, parks, and amenities, creating a walkable realm where movement feels natural and the daily flow of life unfolds with ease.

THE DETAILS

Connectivity & Parking

Parking is tucked to the site’s edges, allowing the heart of the neighborhood to belong to people. A network of accessible paths weaves together homes, parks, and amenities, creating a walkable realm where movement feels natural and the daily flow of life unfolds with ease.