NHDG Brochure

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When our customers turn the key in their
front door for the first time, it should be a
moment they remember for all the right
reasons.

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CONTENTS

OUR PHILOSOPHY
FEATURED PROJECTS
THE TEAM

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THE WEST HARBOUR
KEY PROJECT IS ON
THE HORIZON

The opportunity to create our fourth waterfront
community, as a complete community from
start to finish, is on our Horizon.

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Bridgewater Residences City Square Condominiums,
Lakeshore Road East, Phase 3
Burlington, ON Robinson Street, Hamilton, ON
Value of project: Value of Project:
$210,000,000 $30,000,000

Mint Condominiums Sapphire Condominiums
Old Bronte Road, Oakville, ON Shoreview Place, Stoney Creek, ON
Value of project:
Value of project: $150,000,000
$110,000,000

Harvest Townhomes
Natasha Circle, Oakville, ON

Value of project:
$37,000,000

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WE BUILD
VALUE

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our distinguished
and diverse portfolio of niche communities and signature
neighbourhoods in Southwestern Ontario.

Our keen eye to superior site selection, smart urban planning
and savvy design ensures that all of our projects are ideal long-

term investments and wonderful places to call home.

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WE BUILD
DEMAND

We learn what the market is looking for, refine our design
process, and prove it can be done.

With the fastest selling condo developments in Burlington,
Oakville and Hamilton, the only records we have to break are our

own.

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WE BUILD
GREEN

New Horizon Development Group takes great pride in being able
to implement the latest proven eco-friendly technology into our
projects. We have a 100-kilometre purchasing philosophy: if we
can buy it locally, we do.
We use sustainable building technologies, such as being the
largest suppliers of geothermal heating and cooling in this
region, that not only reduce the environmental footprint of our
projects, but reduce the monthly costs for our customers.

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COMMUNITIES

For over 20 years we’ve been creating communities in
picturesque settings, where savvy design and high quality
craftsmanship meet convenience and comfort.
Through creative foresight and superior construction, we are
committed to building new developments that will benefit the
community and provide our clients with the quality spaces and
amenities to meet their current and evolving needs.

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Oakville

Burlington
Waterdown

Dundas Hamilton
Stoney Creek
A N C A S T E RFields of Fiddlers Green

Brantford 11

KINGSWAY THE VISION
With Kingsway our goal was to create a building with HCHC that architecturally stands the test of time while still
LAUNCHED AUGUST 2009 meeting the financial parameters of the RFP.
Occupancy: 2011
Address: 496 Plains Road THE CHALLENGE
Neighbourhood: Aldershot To work with HCHC to design and construct a building that meets their needs in the long-term rental space while
Design: 6-storey Condominium + Public satisfying the requirements of both our firm and the city of Burlington to create a structure that is appealing to the
Library eye from day one and decades down the road.
Value: $15,000,000
Under Construction: September 2010 to THE LOOK
October 2011 The building had to look like any other condominium that would be designed for this site.

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The use of stone, brick and stucco, coupled with ample natural light from the windows, created the look we were
hoping for.

LAUNCHED AUGUST 2012 THE VISION
Occupancy: 2014 With Westwood II, our focus was to create a long-term rental building in an established neighbourhood in West
Address: 801 Falcon Avenue Burlington.
Neighbourhood: Aldershot
Design: 4-storey Condominium THE CHALLENGE
Value: $12,000,000 To have the building seamlessly fit into an existing mature neighbourhood both architecturally and socially.
Under Construction: May 2013 to September
2014 THE LOOK
The building had a unique design, with lowered roof pitches on the street facing side to appear like 3 storey
townhomes from the street even though the building is 4 storeys of condos.

THE RESULT
Any drive by car would never know that this wasn’t a semi-luxury condominium, meaning the desired results were
achieved, properly integrating the assisted housing into a mature neighbourhood without any physical attributes to
the structure that appear to be anything other than a nicely appointed condominium building.

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LAUNCHED MARCH 2011 THE VISION
Occupancy: May 2013 With Haven, our focus was to provide housing options for young adults purchasing their first home and empty
Address: 5317 Upper Middle Road, nesters looking for a turnkey lifestyle in a well-priced condo development.
Burlington
Neighbourhood: Orchard THE CHALLENGE
Design: 4-storey building, 138 units We’re always asking, “How can we do it better?” Haven offered the perfect opportunity to implement a unique wood
Sales milestone: Sold out in 30 days construction technique that would make the building as solid on the inside as it was beautiful on the outside.
Value: $29,000,000
Under Construction: October 2011 to THE LOOK
April 2013 Haven is a traditional stone, brick and stucco building in warm, earthy tones that blends well with the existing
neighbourhood and echoes other premiere developments in Burlington.
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THE RESULT
From sales to construction to move-in, Haven exceeded even our high expectations. Having sold out in 30 days,
then a record for condo sales in Burlington, Haven resonated very strongly with the needs in this community.

LAUNCHED FALL 2011 THE VISION
Occupancy: January 2014 Our aspiration was to offer affordable, stylish and well-built condos to a segment of Burlington’s home buying
Address: 1401 Appleby Line, Burlington market that had been largely ignored by other builders. Vibe also introduced us to Habitat for Humanity Halton, a
Neighbourhood: Uptown Burlington relationship that started with land acquisition (we purchased the property from them) and has turned into a
Design: Two 4-storey buildings, powerful partnership that’s changing lives.
232 units; 14 townhomes
Sales milestone: Sold out in 18 hours THE CHALLENGE
Value: $55,000,000 This development challenged us to be efficient: to meet our milestones on time and on budget while respecting our
Under Construction: September 2012 to crews and maintaining the highest of standards for clients. Vibe tested Burlington’s readiness for a
December 2013 development that made a bold architectural statement and we collaborated closely with the City of Burlington staff
on final drawings.

THE LOOK
Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s signature scale and sensibility, Vibe’s leading-edge design blends the best of past
architectural eras with the best of contemporary building techniques. The handsome stone skirting and piers, the
horizontal masonry, along with the sophisticated stucco, chic windows and sleek glass balconies culminate in a
community that has maximum curb appeal.

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Opening to a preview fan base of hundreds of VIP registrants, over 232 units and 14 townhomes were all sold
within 18 hours. Much like Haven, Vibe proved to be yet another chart-topping success!

LAUNCHED SPRING 2011 THE VISION
Occupancy: April 2013, December 2014, This signature development brought the ease and comfort of condo living in an urban, amenity-rich neighbourhood
September 2018 complete with the peace of mind that comes from a new home warranty. As downtown Hamilton’s first new-build
Address: 85 Robinson Street, Hamilton condo development in over 20 years, City Square was an opportunity to prove not only our worth, but (perhaps
Neighbourhood: Durand more importantly) that the heart of the city is worth our love.
Design:
Building 1: 9-storey, 76 units THE CHALLENGE
Building 2: 11-storey, 99 units We needed to create a market for new-build condos in the downtown where it previously didn’t exist, and had to
Building 3: 11-storey, 102 units work closely with community groups and immediate neighbours to ensure the development was well received.
Sales milestone: 90% of units
sold in 30 days THE LOOK
Value: $77,000,000 We chose to model City Square after the Art Deco tradition, a revered style that perfectly matched our
Under Construction: City Square 1 – August aesthetic goals for the site: modern, elegant and forward-thinking.
2011 to January 2013
City Square 2 – June 2013 to December 2014 THE RESULT
16 All three towers were virtually sold out in 30 days following each of their sales launches. The architectural vision
City Square 3 – April 2017 to November 2018 has earned us appreciative nods from both the design community and the casual passersby. And purchasers
actually stop us in the hallway to say thanks for giving them a choice where none existed before. Through dogged
perseverance, great design and creative marketing we proved it: new condo construction in Hamilton’s downtown
can work

Waterfront Trails THE VISION
coastal condos & towns Waterfront Trails Coastal Condos and Towns is a masterfully planned lakeside community in Stoney Creek.
Situated on the largest strip of undeveloped residential property on Lake Ontario, this landmark project will be a
LAUNCHED SUMMER 2015 destination community for those seeking an active and affordable resort-inspired lifestyle.
Occupancy: Summer 2016
Address: 35 Southshore Cres, Stoney THE CHALLENGE
Creek Finely crafted waterfront properties are a major draw across the world. It had long been a goal of ours to build
Neighbourhood: Stoney Creek a community that met those demands and desires. Being able to deliver that at an attainable price, in our own
Waterfront backyard nonetheless, was a huge bonus.
Design: One 4-storey condo building +
78 Townhomes THE RESULT
Sales milestone: 90% sold in 6 hours Our 1-day sales event on July 19th, 2014 drew well over a thousand attendees, who all braved the rainy weather
Value: $69,000,000 to join us in celebration and support of the dynamic development. When it was all said and done, virtually the entire
Under Construction: February 2015 to community was sold in less than six hours, making it the fastest selling development in Stoney Creek’s history!
June 2016
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LAUNCHED SPRING 2014 THE VISION
Occupancy: June 2017 Harvest gave us the opportunity to deliver refined residency in one of the country’s most affluent and sought after
Address: 3340 Old Bronte Road locales. Our primary goal was to ensure that the product we brought to market matched the lifestyle aspirations of
Neighbourhood: Bronte those looking to live in a neighbourhood defined by its prestige and its pristine surroundings.
Design: 72 units total -
49 2-storey units and THE CHALLENGE
23 3-storey units We wanted this community to have broad appeal, addressing the desires and demands of investors, first time
Sales milestone: 70% sold prior to buyers, downsizers and commuters alike.
grand opening
Value: $37,000,000 THE LOOK
One look at these stylish townhomes and it’s sure to be love at first sight. Harvest’s exclusive collection of
18 freehold townhomes features sophisticated and distinguished French-Country inspired design and are finished with
impeccable details. The cultured stone and stucco create the ultimate in chic modern ambiance.

THE RESULT
Before we held one sales event, the buyers let us know exactly how they felt about our offering. Over 70% of our
inventory was sold well before we even finished our sales centre.

LAUNCHED FALL 2013 THE VISION
Occupancy: July 2017 Our goal was to introduce a new format and greater affordability to one of Canada’s wealthiest communities while
Address: 2480 Old Bronte Road, providing a sound and stable investment for an underserved segment of the Oakville market.
Oakville
Neighbourhood: Bronte Village, Upper THE CHALLENGE
Oakville Saying “architecture, amenities and affordable” in the same breath to a community that’s never heard those three
Design: Two 8-storey buildings, words said together. We had to sell units in volume in order to finance a large underground parking structure that
400 units + commercial services both buildings. We also had to ensure the building was beautiful and fit into a neighbourhood of single-
Sales milestone: 70% of units sold in family detached homes and towns.
first 8 hours
Value: $110,000,000.00 THE LOOK
Under Construction: April 2015 to July An elegant and distinctive 8-storey concrete building inspired by the architecture of France. In short, style that
2017 stands the test of time.

THE RESULT
Mint is New Horizon’s largest offering to the market to date—and the market quickly told us what it thought. In a
community where it can take many months to sell even half of a condo’s units, more than 70 per cent of Mint’s
units were sold in the first 8 hours.

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LAUNCHED SUMMER 2016 THE VISION
Occupancy: Fall 2018 To continue the success of Phase 1 by continuing to offer affordable lakefront on the highly sought-after Stoney
Address: 101/125 Shoreview Place, Creek waterfront. Our goal was to further develop this masterfully planned waterfront community by adding a
Stoney Creek Phase 2, Sapphire at Waterfront Trails.
Neighbourhood: Stoney Creek
Waterfront THE CHALLENGE
Design: Two 6-storey condo buildings At 474 units, Sapphire was our largest single offering to date. We wanted to continue to bring affordable resort-
Sales milestone: Over 90% sold style living to the shores of Southern Ontario.
Value: $150,000,000
Under Construction: October 2016 to THE LOOK
October 2018 Like the blue gem whose name it bears, Sapphire is a sight to behold. Sapphire is a stylish stone and stucco
building in natural earth tones with beautiful wood accents that is sure to make waves on the shores of Lake
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THE RESULT
Sapphire proved to be the South Shore’s only true gem as it took the market by storm. Our building 1 launch saw
over 80 per cent of Sapphire’s units sold in one night. Following the overwhelming success of building 1, building 2
sold out entirely at our 1-day sales event, making it the fastest selling development in Stoney Creek’s history!

LAUNCHED WINTER 2015 THE VISION
Occupancy: Fall 2018 Bridgewater Residences on the Lake is a luxurious residential condominium, enhanced with a four-star hotel of
Address: Lakeshore Road East, Burlington world class quality and refinement, featuring rich finishes, abundant amenities and unobstructed views of the
Neighbourhood: Downtown Burlington water. The two spectacular buildings of Bridgewater Residences will rise on the shore of Lake Ontario, a 22-storey
Waterfront residential-only condominium, paired with a combination 7-storey residential condominium plus 8-storey four star
Design: One 22-storey condo building, hotel and retail space. And here, in an inspired setting in the heart of Burlington – Canada’s best mid-rise city for
one 7-storey “boutique” condo building the past two years, Bridgewater is destined to create waves on the waterfront.
combined with 4-star hotel
Sales milestone: Over 90% Sold THE CHALLENGE
Value: $210,000,000 Our primary focus is to deliver the most desirable address in all of Southwestern Ontario by providing a property
Under Construction: April 2016 to April 2019 a lifestyle befitting of royalty. This highly sought after plot of land sat vacant for close to two decades. The
Bridgewater Residences on the Lake development grants our company the opportunity to create the signature
landmark condominium community that will punctuate the Burlington waterfront skyline with prestige and
prominence.

THE RESULT
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THE
TEAM

New Horizon’s dedicated team of builders and planners are
committed to providing clients with unquestionable quality, style

and functionality.
From design concept to final finishing details, each home is
crafted with care and consistency. This takes strong values,
skilled hands and a can-do attitude that starts at the top and is

found at every level of the company.

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JEFF PAIKIN - President

The self-described “30,000-foot guy,” 2003. On the national stage, he was
Jeff is the founder of New Horizon a founding member of the Canadian
Development Group and is involved in Home Builders’ Urban Council, helping
land acquisition, product development, to ensure that the voice of builders in
marketing and financing of new large urban centres was adequately
projects. He’s also the company’s spirit represented. He won the national
coordinator and spearheads corporate Rooftopper award in 2003.
support of community initiatives such
as the Eva Rothwell Centre, CityKidz, Jeff was named Hamilton’s Citizen of
Phoenix Place and the Wellwood the Year in 2013, an honour he’s quick
Centre. to share with his business partner Joe
Giacomodonato. Certainly Jeff is a well-
Jeff caught the building bug while he known figure in the city: a successful
was working for his family’s company, businessperson, active volunteer and
Ennis-Paikin Steel, on a number of philanthropist who was part-owner of the
successful bids for reinforcing steel to Hamilton Bulldogs for close to a decade.
be used in high-rise condo construction, But Jeff attributes the award largely to
office towers and the Skydome. Turns the role New Horizon has played in the
out rebar wasn’t enough for Jeff—he renewal of downtown Hamilton since
wanted to be involved in every step of 1995—an accomplishment achieved by
development, from piece of dirt to grand the efforts of the whole team.
opening. In 1989 he became a partner
in Covington Homes and later co-owned
The Louis-Jeffrey Group. He founded
New Horizon in 1993.

Jeff has been active in the Hamilton
Halton Home Builders’ Association
for years, serving as its president in

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Vice President - JOE GIACOMODONATO

Affectionately called the Tasmanian office guy. Joe can’t wait to get outside.
Devil by business partner Jeff Paikin, But in the end, the partnership—
Joe brings his inexhaustible energy and established in 2000—has a strength and
uncompromising eye for detail to every balance that has helped the company
aspect of his role at New Horizon. grow from four people to more than 40.

Raised in Burlington and now living Joe blends the creativity of an ideas
in Greensville with his wife and guy with the practicality of someone
three children, Joe’s lifelong love who gets stuff done. He has an
of construction began in the 1980s insatiable appetite for learning and a
working on job sites for other builders by gift for translating his knowledge and
day, and renovating homes he’d bought expectations to every member of the
himself after hours. Driven by a desire New Horizon team so they can deliver
to do things the right way, he started on the company’s promise of quality,
his own company specializing in new design and innovation.
construction, Donato Homes, in 1989.
Most customers never know the
After teaming up with New Horizon on important role Joe has played in the
a townhome development on Headon beautiful design and skillful execution
Road in Burlington, both Joe and Jeff of their unit—all they know is they’re
recognized that their shared vision— happy with the end result. But when
“build it right and they will come”— the rare customer calls with a concern,
could be realized best by uniting their Joe’s the first to hop in his car and
complementary skills for the long term. offer immediate, in-person attention. “I
Joe admits they’re complete opposites. want to hear the comments,“ Joe says.
Jeff loves golf, while to Joe it’s a four- “That’s how we make things better—for
letter word. Jeff loves to network while the customer we have today and the
Joe would rather be on the job site ones we’ll have in the future.”
checking in with the trades. Jeff’s an

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STEVE TRACH ALEX KARPENKO BORIS KRESINA

Project Manager - Mid-Rise Division Site Supervisor - Mid-Rise Division Site Supervisor - Mid-Rise Division

Steve’s extensive experience in construction, Starting as a general labourer over 10 years With over 20 years experience in new home
coupled with his masterful management ago, Alex is one of our company’s rising construction, Boris provides exceptional
skills, is the primary reason we are able to stars. His dedication to providing quality guidance and direction for our various
build multiple developments simultaneously. craftsmanship is matched only by his diligence tradespeople and labourers. Never one
He makes sure his projects - valued at half a to be afraid to get his hands dirty, his lead
billion dollars at last count – are completed on and laser-like focus. by example approach ensures that our
time, on budget and to the highest standards building sites are positive productive work

of quality. environments.

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DAN SPENCER JAMES TURNER BRUCE WELLS

Finishing Supervisor Head of Sales Construction Manager - Single Family
Division
Due to his impeccable work ethic and Under James’ guidance, our sales team has
attention to detail, Dan was promoted to achieved record-setting successes. By Bruce’s more than 30 years in the residential
Finishing Supervisor just two years of joining surrounding himself with experts in every field housing industry and hands-on approach
the company. His meticulous approach related to the housing industry, and constantly means every project benefits from the wisdom
ensures that every corner and crevice of our surveying Southwestern Ontario’s highly
buildings are completed with the utmost care active real estate market, he ensures that of experience.
both our company and our customers have
and craftsmanship. all the information we need to make the best

choices.

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RYAN KETT DAISY MAI CAMERON YOUNG

Controller Contracts Manager Director of Marketing & Communications

With more than two decades of accounting Daisy began working for us as our receptionist Cameron helps people get the information
and construction-related industry experience, in 2013 and through her dedicated effort they need to make important decisions. His
there’s no one better at saying “the buck stops and incredible attention to detail she quickly customer-centric approach and caring attitude
here.” Ryan is a CGA, and started with the climbed the rankings. Now as our Contracts helps create the positive demand experienced
Manager, Daisy oversees several of the most
company in 2005. at our sales centres everywhere.
vital aspects of our contractual processes.

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Sapphire Construction Team Harvest Construction Team

Mint Construction and Finishing Team

Bridgewater Construction Management Team City Square Construction Staff 29

OFFICE TEAM

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PIER 8 AND WHAT IT MEANS TO
NEW HORIZON DEVELOPMENT GROUP

With a family history in Hamilton since 1907, we relish the
opportunity to create this exciting planned community on the

shores of Hamilton.
Having the premier community in the History of Burlington being
marketed and constructed now drives us to do the same in our

Hometown.

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69 John Street South, Suite 400 Hamilton, Ontario L8N 2B9
T. 905.777.0000 | F. 905.777.1300

www.NHDG.ca
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