The City of Melissa, one of the fastest-growing communities in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, partnered with Urban Alchemy Collective to envision the future of its parks, trails, and open spaces. Through a timely and forward-looking planning process, the master plan established a clear vision for recreation and connectivity that serves both existing residents and the rapidly expanding population. The plan balances community needs with environmental stewardship, ensuring that Melissa’s growth is supported by vibrant, accessible, and sustainable public spaces.
The City of Melissa, one of the fastest-growing communities in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, partnered with Urban Alchemy Collective to envision the future of its parks, trails, and open spaces. Through a timely and forward-looking planning process, the master plan established a clear vision for recreation and connectivity that serves both existing residents and the rapidly expanding population. The plan balances community needs with environmental stewardship, ensuring that Melissa’s growth is supported by vibrant, accessible, and sustainable public spaces.
Urban Alchemy Collective worked with the City of Pleasanton to reimagine a vacant lot near the airport into a nature-based community asset. Through an inclusive public engagement process, the project team envisioned a park featuring trails, passive recreation areas, sports fields, and spaces for gathering. The study area also explored future connectivity to surrounding residential and commercial development, blending natural systems with recreational amenities to create a park that feels both integrated and restorative..
Urban Alchemy Collective partnered with the Better Futures Institute to facilitate and coordinate a one-day Policy Lab focused on the “Workforce of the Future.” The immersive workshop brought together Institute fellows, students, and startup interns for a series of collaborative discussions and activities. Designed to spark innovation and dialogue, the Policy Lab created space for participants to explore new approaches to workforce development, connecting research, policy, and community-driven solutions.
Urban Alchemy took our vision and elevated it into something we never could have imagined. Every inch of the space feels intentional.
Urban Alchemy took our vision and elevated it into something we never could have imagined. Every inch of the space feels intentional.
Urban Alchemy took our vision and elevated it into something we never could have imagined. Every inch of the space feels intentional.
UAC New Mexico
