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It’s Our Goal
to Improve the Quality of Life in Our Neighborhoods.

We Bring Experience and Care to Our Community

With innovative partnerships, a deep commitment to service, and a unique focus on mixed-income housing, our company objective is to become a mechanism to increase the housing supply in the City of Atlanta for any of its citizens, and those who choose to relocate to this dynamic city.

We take an all-inclusive approach to real estate development, Building new Homes and creating new Communities.  Founded by two women, Valerie Boucher and LA Williams, BHC (Build Homes & Communities – formally Bellwood Homes) was established with a mission to foster homeownership while restoring communities and embracing legacy residents, all to bolster generational wealth.

Planning & Coordination

  • Community Planning & Coordinating
  • Pre-Development Planning
  • Develop Project Scope / Vision
  • Develop and Deploy Project Plan
  • Coordinate Third Party Team Activities

Design & Specification

  • Manage Product Development (w/ architect)
  • Impose Community Architectural Guidelines
  • Create Product Specifications
  • Develop Homebuyer Design Options

Construction Management

  • Permit Preparation
  • Site Evaluation
  • Housing Construction
  • Construction and Budget Management
  • Project Management and Budgeting

Sales, Marketing & Customer Care

  • Interpret and Apply Market Analysis
  • Sales and Marketing Management
  • Customer Care Platform
Work With Us

Valerie Boucher

PARTNER

A dynamic leader in real estate development, Valerie Boucher leverages her expertise to deliver housing solutions that emphasize affordability, quality, and long-term impact. Her passion lies in creating attainable pathways to homeownership and helping families build generational wealth. Valerie is deeply committed to reshaping Atlanta’s housing landscape by fostering inclusive, community-driven developments that prioritize legacy residents. Through her strategic vision and hands-on approach, she is redefining what it means to build with purpose.

LA Williams

PARTNER

A skilled and innovative developer, LA Williams brings a wealth of real estate knowledge and a steadfast commitment to equity and community empowerment. Her work focuses on transforming underutilized land into thriving, people-centered developments that reflect the character and needs of existing residents. With deep expertise in environmental justice, community engagement, and public-private collaboration, LA ensures each BHC project is grounded in meaningful impact. Her leadership is rooted in bold thinking, responsive design, and a dedication to building neighborhoods that stand the test of time.