Schlegel Urban Developments
Schlegel Urban Developments is an award-winning mid-sized Kitchener based real estate development company. The company is recognized for it's master planned residential subdivision projects incorporating the village concept of design for the ultimate in livability; linking commercial, retail and office spaces for convenience; and greenspaces, parks and trails to promote healthy lifestyles. The most prominent being the mixed-use Williamsburg Town Centre in southwest Kitchener, Ontario. Schlegel Urban Developments is a main division of RBJ Schlegel Holdings Inc.

Schlegel Urban Developments has been involved in developing land in Kitchener since 1986, and currently controls land in various stages of urban development within the City of Kitchener of 203 hectares (500 acres), as well as north of the City of London, Ontario of 42 hectares (105 acres). 
  Premier Development Projects 
Williamsburg Town Centre
Developments in southwest Kitchener:

Williamsburg Town Centre - A master-planned 350,000 square foot Town Centre and Williamsburg neighbourhood community based on the "Village Concept" of design and social interaction, featuring a pedestrian oriented community with a grocery anchored shopping plaza, a traditional Main Street, close proximity to schools, parks, trails, recreational services and all amenities for daily living. 


Williamsburg Estates - the location of Ontario's first award-winning green home built by Williamsburg Homes (an award winning partnership between Schlegel Urban Development and Reid's Heritage Homes). Williamsburg Estates surround Williamsburg Town Centre. Due to the popularity of Williamsburg Estates, lots are now sold out. 


Eby Estates - an Energy Star® Community offering unique stone and brick designs with a distinct old world craftsmanship and ambiance. 


Williamsburg Walk - spacious contemporary condo residences designed to simplify your lifestyle, and nestled within easy walking distance of all amenities and services of Williamsburg Town Centre.


Huron Heritage Town Centre & Estates - situated on 70 hectares (170 acres) in south Kitchener, Huron Heritage Community consists of a 400,000 square foot Town Centre of commercial retail space, and it's surrounding master-planned neighbourhood (1500-2000 new homes). This master designed community will link vehicle access, parking and pedestrian design elements to the commercial district and network of urban villages, office space, parks and trails. 


Williamsburg South - an Adult Lifestyle Community situated on 60 hectares (150 acres) of land just south of the Williamsburg Community in the City of Kitchener. Williamsburg South is designed in the 'Village Concept' and is focused on four themes - health, fitness, nature and trails. A master-planned, mixed use community that provides a range of housing forms designed to be fully integrated with the broader community. 

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Schlegel Urban Developments is involved in developing residential zoned land in other areas of Southwestern Ontario, such as Nairn Trails, a distinctive and exclusive community conveniently located just 20 minutes north of the City of London and 40 minutes east of the City of Sarnia, with easy access to Hwy 7 and Hwy 402. 

Nairn Trails is a unique master planned residential community designed with tradition, style and architectural integrity, nestled in a nature environment enhancing health and personal wellness. Nairn Trails combines all the advantages of country living and only minutes away from big city amenities such as shopping, restaurants and theatre. 
  Design Objectives
Guiding Principles: 
Walkability: to create walkable neighbourhoods that are well connected and fully accessible to major destination and surrounding neighbourhoods

Variety: to build neighbourhoods that provide a range of housing types, park and open spaces, and neighbourhood focal points. 

Place Making: to improve streetscape quality, neighbourhood character and sense of place

Conservation: to conserve, protect and integrate existing natural and cultural heritage resources

Safety: to promote neighbourhood practices that contributes to neighbourhood safety

Balance: to promote neighbourhood design quality through a balanced approach with economic considerations

Livability: to promote design solutions that contributes to sustainable practices, the celebration of arts and culture, healthy and complete communities.