1 Jarvis, Hamilton’s newest downtown landmark, is now a reality, with construction complete and residents happily occupying their suites. Notably, despite a global pandemic and an economic downturn, delivery of this luxury condominium project by EMBLEM Developments Inc. remained in line with its original schedule.

“To take a piece of land from conception to delivery of a finished building of 354 suites in 4.5 years is an accomplishment for any developer in any environment,” said EMBLEM founder and CEO, Kash Pashootan. “EMBLEM’s ability to do this over a period that was dominated by a global pandemic is a clear statement about the construction execution capabilities of our firm.”

Ryan Millar, Vice President of Planning & Development, emphasized the importance of registering and closing the units as quickly as possible after occupancy for all stakeholders, especially purchasers, stating, “EMBLEM registered the building 4 weeks after occupancy started in February and the closings of all units are now complete. This condensed timeline saved purchasers significant occupancy fees that can otherwise add up during occupancy periods that on average are 6 months long. To save homeowners money and deliver quality homes to them is what we all work so hard for at EMBLEM.”

From its conception, 1 Jarvis has demonstrated EMBLEM’s obsession with design and architecture. The 15-storey condominium features a sophisticated yet airy and modern design by architects Studio JCI, and offers 354 units, all with balconies, and amenities and retail located at podium level. Four levels of retro loft-like brick form the podium, which is topped by 11 contemporary-style storeys. The project’s “Chenille” suite type won a prestigious recognition at the 2021 BILD Award for Best Suite Design.

Inside, 1 Jarvis features high-end finishes usually found in buildings with a much higher price point – such as stone countertops, full stone slab backsplashes, and frameless showers. “These are finishes comparable to what buyers would expect in luxury downtown Toronto condominiums,” said Pashootan. “Our buyers know the EMBLEM standard, which is for the same price you receive more.”

EMBLEM is proud to be part of the revitalization of downtown Hamilton, spurred by the restoration of historic buildings, a $500 million investment into a new entertainment hub close to 1 Jarvis, and revitalization of existing venues such as the concert hall, art gallery, and convention centre. On the waterfront, a $140 million redevelopment project will transform the harbour into a pedestrian-friendly community. An investment by Bell of $400 million will be the largest digital infrastructure investment in the city’s history. The combined investments exceeding $1 billion are unprecedented in a community the size of Hamilton.

Pashootan points out that investors have acknowledged the increased attractiveness of Hamilton due to this revitalization. “1 Jarvis has been an all-around success story and sold out quickly,” he says. “Hamilton is a strong bet for investors.”

As of 2023, there were 96,930 units that required either a rezoning or site plan approval in pre-construction in Hamilton – a good indicator of the optimism in the air that this city is set for big, positive change.

EMBLEM is also building The Design District, a 3-tower mixed-use condominium community just a 5-minute walk from 1 Jarvis. With 931 units, it was the largest project breaking ground in 2023 in Hamilton – demonstrating EMBLEM’s long-term view on creating new, transformative communities.

One of GTA’s most active builders in the condominium development market, EMBLEM takes an investment-focused approach while building high-quality communities. Collaborating with world-renowned architects, designers, artisans and high-value brands, EMBLEM creates award-winning suite layouts featuring timeless design.

EMBLEM has been honoured with numerous industry awards from Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA), and the West End Home Builders’ Association (WEHBA). Its downtown Toronto project, ALLURE, was selected as a finalist for Canada’s Best High-Rise Building in 2024 by CHBA. The company’s focus on meticulous design has enabled it to achieve record sales pricing at each project launch.

EMBLEM’s portfolio continues to grow, with more than 4,500 residences representing $3.6 billion of development value. Collectively, the EMBLEM executive team has completed 81 projects with a total value of ~$18.1 billion.

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