About

Joseph Eichler developed distinctive residential subdivisions of mid-century modern style tract housing in California. Eichler is considered a social visionary: he advocated for bringing modern architecture -- often reserved for custom residences and corporate buildings -- to the general public, and in particular middle-class Americans. He stated his aim was to create inclusive and diverse communities; he established a non-discrimination policy and offered homes to sale to anyone, regardless of religion or race. And in 1958, he resigned from the National Association of Home Builders because they refused to support a non-discrimination policy.

Our community is an interesting part of Eichler’s history. Building began in 1959 and the complex opened in 1961 as the “Greenmeadow Apartments.” These apartments were Eichler’s very first venture into apartments (and followed later with two other nearby complexes). Our homes share the “California Modern” style of Eichler homes, featuring glass walls that “bring the outside in,” post-and-beam construction, and open floor plans. The apartments originally had the characteristic Eichler home exteriors that feature spartan facades with clean, geometric lines. And the interiors of the Greenmeadow Apartments had what were at the time considered unorthodox and innovative features: exposed post-and-beam construction; tongue and groove decking for the ceilings following the roofline; concrete slab floors with integral radiant heating; lauan (Philippine mahogany) paneling; sliding doors for rooms, closets, and cabinets (Sources: Wikipedia; California Modern).

But in 1971 the Greenmeadow Apartments became Townhomes, and with longer-term neighbors with a more personal stake, our ongoing Meadowcreek community was formed. Because our 17 homes share just 1.2 acres (and literally share walls), we -- almost by necessity -- maintain a community that works together: we manage the complex through our homeowners association (HOA), and we even perform hands-on chores together (like an annual clean-up day around the complex). But we form a community that also plays together: we have held progressive dinners, pool parties, and other social events. We are a warm and respectful group of neighbors, and we are really excited to welcome you to our community!