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Walking to school isn’t a thing of the past – at least not in our communities. Part of what makes our communities perfect for families is the proximity to some of Guelph’s best schools. When we begin scouting land for a new community we do our best to choose locations that would create opportunities for fun, active, and safe travel … Read More

The great outdoors have never been so great. For Guelph residents, access to over 1,000 hectares of parks and open space with over 70km of trails and paths means a wide range of nature experiences and outdoor activities can be found right in their backyard, year round. The Royal City has long been a hub of activity with its vast … Read More

With rapidly changing demographics and over 18% of Canada’s population being 65 years of age and older, one consistency is the desire of most older adults to remain in their own homes for as long as possible. Aging in place, a growing topic of discussion with an aging population, means having the health and social support and services you need … Read More

Picture a dreamy summer destination, with activities for everyone to enjoy in the sun. For Guelph residents, an idyllic summer hotspot is right in their backyard.

Guelph has long been a hub of activity in the summer with its vast network of trails, a bustling downtown area, boutiques, arts and cultural experiences, parks, and much more.

20th Annual Avid Awards recognize leading Canadian builders for outstanding homebuyer satisfaction GUELPH, ON | April 24, 2023 – Terra View Homes is proud to have been named the recipient of an Avid Benchmark Award in Canada as part of the 20th Annual Avid Awards program. This award recognizes any US or Canadian builder scoring among the top 25% of … Read More

Join us for an open house event to tour Terra View’s new Net Zero Ready Designer Series Homes in Hart Village and NiMa Trails.  Earth Day | Saturday, April 22, 2023 Drop-in anytime between 1:00pm – 5:00pm This event is a unique opportunity to see five Designer homes finished in today’s most trending high-end finishes both inside and out. Comprised … Read More

After a long cold winter, we couldn’t be any more excited to welcome the Spring season! As ready as you may be for the warmer weather, your home might not be. Let’s fix that! We all love a bit of Spring cleaning. This year, take your Spring clean up a notch by performing maintenance checks on your home. This will … Read More

Guelph-based green builder wins in category of Best Production Net Zero Home, placed as a finalist in the category of Best Detached Production Home 2,401 to 2,800 square feet  Terra View Homes is proud to announce they have been named the recipient of the 2023 CHBA National Award for Housing Excellence in the category of Best Production Net Zero Home, … Read More

This is the fourth consecutive year Terra View Homes has been named local Green Builder of the Year Terra View Homes was named Green Builder of the Year at the 2023 Guelph & District Home Builders’ Association (GDHBA) annual gala and awards ceremony. Terra View Homes is a green builder committed to paving the way for more sustainable living. This … Read More

Terra View Homes is proud to have been named the recipient of the Best Production Net Zero Home Award in the 2023 Canadian Home Builders’ Association National Awards for Housing Excellence awards program! This honour comes following the awards ceremony hosted in Banff, Alberta on February 16, 2023, during CHBA’s Home Building Week in Canada. Committed to building entire communities … Read More

Where indoors, meets the great outdoors. Terra View Homes’ newest community might be just what you’re looking for.  Welcome home to NiMa Trails! Surrounded by luscious forestry and conservation land, NiMa Trails boasts beautifully crafted homes that bring nature closer than ever. Built on the foundation of community and tranquility, ​​find yourself strolling an expansive network of community trails available … Read More

For some it may be a harsh reality, but a reality nonetheless – winter is coming! Don’t get caught in the cold; get your home winter ready today and save you and your family time, money, and energy. At Terra View Homes, we are changing the way our communities experience winter, taking away the intimidation of the cold from the … Read More

As many homeowners know, moving into a new build can come with longer than desired timelines, often discouraging future buyers from pursuing their dream home. Terra View’s Designer Series Homes are move-in-ready and offer quick closing options in as little as 30 days to help make your dreams of home ownership a reality. These homes provide the best in designer … Read More

Welcome home to NiMa Trails: Where indoors, meets the great outdoors. Thank you for your interest in our upcoming launch and first release at NiMa Trails on Saturday, November 26th, 2022. Surrounded by luscious forestry and conservation land, NiMa Trails boasts beautifully crafted homes that bring nature closer than ever. Experience a daily retreat to your Net Zero Ready home … Read More

Imagine living in a home where the sunlight and views follow you as the day unfolds. Terra View Homes offers move-in ready and quick closing Designer Series Homes to help you and your family move into your dream home in the most convenient way. With closing dates as early as 30 days, prospective homeowners can bypass long waiting times and … Read More

When choosing between a brand new home or resale, the quick closing home is an ideal option for the homeowner who is in need of a new home faster than they are able to build one, and who recognizes the benefit of purchasing new construction that is turnkey. Quick closing homes are built in advance, with all (or most) of … Read More

Terra View Homes is excited to introduce our Designer Series Homes! These move-in ready, quality family homes will be offered throughout the various Terra View communities such as Hart Village and NiMa Trails. We’re making buying your dream home simpler than ever by taking the guesswork out of building a house. Each Designer Series residence is finished with today’s trending … Read More

Terra View Homes Named Recipient of the 2022 ENERGY STAR® Canada Builder of the Year Award by Natural Resources Canada Guelph, Ontario-based green builder recognized for advancing energy efficiency and demonstrating excellence in building and promoting ENERGY STAR certified new homes  Terra View Homes is proud to announce that they have been named the recipient of the 2022 ENERGY STAR … Read More

Terra View Homes is honoured to announce the acceptance of two awards from the Guelph and District Home Builders’ Association’s (GDHBA) 2022 Awards of Distinction — Green Builder of the Year and Most Outstanding Home Production Lot (Under 40’ Lot).  The awards were presented at the GDHBA’s President’s Ball and Awards of Distinction on Saturday, May 7th, where Terra View … Read More

Celebrated annually, Earth Day provides an opportunity to reflect on what we as individuals and organizations can do to restore and care for our planet. At Terra View Homes, it is something we think about and take into consideration each and every day.  The building sector is widely recognized — both here in Canada and on a global scale — … Read More

With International Women’s Day (March 8, 2022) and Women in Construction Week (March 6–12, 2022) celebrated annually during the month of March, Terra View Homes is grateful to celebrate the strong, inspiring women who are paving the way for the next generation of workers in our industry.  By emphasizing and celebrating the important role that women can play in construction, … Read More

Looking to make some upgrades to your home in 2022? The start of the new year is the perfect opportunity to evaluate ways on how you can improve your living space. This year, Terra View predicts homeowners will be focused on making their homes more livable, sustainable and comfortable. From expanded outdoor living to finding new opportunities to reduce energy … Read More

2021 has been a year full of challenges and lessons learned, but it has also brought about moments of hope towards a brighter future. The Terra View team, along with our wonderful homeowners and fellow community members have all played a significant part in commemorating this year in particular—as we celebrated 30 years in business and achieved some major milestones.  … Read More

Terra View Homes Named Recipient of the 2020 EnerQuality ENERGY STAR® For New Homes — Small/Custom Builder, Net Zero Builder and Best Green Marketing Campaign Awards Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2021, Guelph-based green builder recognized for being a change-maker in the Ontario building industry and advancing energy efficiency in new home construction Terra View Homes is proud to announce that … Read More

Terra View Homes Celebrates 30th Anniversary by Making 30 Donations to Local Charitable Organizations The local builder’s 30 Year Anniversary Charity Initiative designates funding towards community, children and youth, healthcare and environmental support. Terra View Homes is thrilled to announce that it will be committing funding to local non-profit and charitable organizations as part of its 30 year anniversary initiatives … Read More

Meet Brittany, Terra View’s Interior Design Consultant! This month, Brittany took us on a tour of Terra View Homes’ Design Studio, where we keep all of our colour selections for new homeowners to browse through while they’re going through the customization and design process of their new home. As our interior design expert and the friendly face our homeowners will … Read More

To commemorate our 30th Anniversary, our team has spearheaded a Charity Initiative, selecting several nonprofits and local charities close to our hearts and who align with our mission at Terra View Homes to give back to the community that has been instrumental in our growth.   As a part of the Initiative, each of our employees was invited to direct funds … Read More

For our next Homeowner Spotlight, the Douglas/Larson Family graciously shared their experience behind building and moving into their Net Zero Ready custom home with Terra View! From learning about the biggest difference from their previous home, their favourite part of their home, and the advice they have for prospective homeowners, we enjoyed their insight into what it’s been like to … Read More

For something to be truly “sustainable,” it has to be able to be maintained at a consistent level and be able to be defended for continuing at that level. Sustainable living can be defined in many ways. It means striving to create less waste and prioritizing the use of renewable resources and minimal consumption — making healthier choices for our … Read More

Net Zero and Net Zero Ready: What’s the Difference?  With a goal to build more sustainable communities in Guelph, Terra View Homes is proud to provide Net Zero Ready homes for new homebuyers. The Net Zero lifestyle is a goal for many looking to live more sustainably by reducing energy consumption with deliberate building practices. If you’re in the market … Read More

A year ago, the Mir family moved into their Terra View home! This month, we had the opportunity to connect with this lovely family to learn more about their experience as Terra View homeowners and why it was important for them to move into a Net Zero home.   1. Which Terra View Homes community/development do you live in, and … Read More

When looking to build a custom home for you and your family, a simple google search will lead you to an abundance of options to consider. At Terra View Homes, we set ourselves apart from the rest in our custom home process and we want to give you insight into that exciting journey. Below, we share 6 ways that Terra … Read More

With the days getting warmer, now is the perfect time to tackle some of those home maintenance chores that are dependent on better weather. Spring is the perfect season for homeowners to freshen up their homes and take care of any damage that occurred over the long winter. With so much to do, this can become a very time consuming … Read More

Our story began in 1991 with a simple mission: to build communities that will stand the test of time — with an emphasis on architecture, quality craftsmanship and energy efficiency. Since then, Terra View Homes has successfully built communities with integrity while pioneering green home building and sustainability practices. We’ve accomplished a lot over the years, and as we continue … Read More

This International Women’s Day (IWD), we at Terra View Homes are celebrating the women on our team and around the world who are making a difference in the green building landscape. This year’s International Women’s Day theme is #ChooseToChallenge, which recognizes that “we can all choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality.”  We can all choose to … Read More

Net Zero and Net Zero Ready homes are designed to take energy efficiency to the next level. These homes produce as much clean energy as they consume, making Net Zero Ready homes 80% more efficient than standard new home builds, and Net Zero homes 100% more efficient. When considering the many reasons to buy a Net Zero home, prospective buyers … Read More

The New Year is here and along with it comes a fresh opportunity to update your home’s health. Meeting basic healthy home principles, including improving energy-efficiency, ventilation and general maintenance, means you won’t have to worry about unnecessary physical health risks or unexpected expenses this winter. At Terra View Homes, we stand firm in our belief that it is our … Read More

We take great pride in the homes we build, from our sleek, functional designs to our sustainable, environmentally-conscious approach to building. The best part of what we do is knowing the homeowners we work with love their Terra View home as much as we loved creating it in collaboration with them! The Purdie family has graciously detailed their experience as … Read More

This month, we’ve been sharing stories contributed by our Terra View Homes community in effort to highlight some of the amazing families that have helped make our community what it is today. We’re ending this series with the Bodalia family who happily shared their experience so far as Terra View homeowners with our team. 1. Which Terra View Homes community/development … Read More

2020 has been full of surprises and challenges. The Terra View team, our wonderful clients and fellow community members have managed to make this year exceptional in the face of many roadblocks. We’re looking onwards and upwards into 2021 while thinking fondly about some of the exciting and rewarding moments that took place this year. We continued to lead the … Read More

This month, we’re sharing stories contributed by our Terra View Homes community in effort to highlight some of the amazing families that live here. We’re so thankful the Martin family has offered to shed light on their experience so far as Terra View homeowners. 1. Which Terra View Homes community/development do you live in, and when did you move into … Read More

From the initial blueprints and breaking ground to closing the first home in a lot, home builders are able to see new communities come to life—literally from the ground up. Since 1991, Terra View Homes has been building award winning homes in premier communities, and is in the process of creating Guelph’s most energy-efficient community to date. Within NiMA Trails … Read More

Terra View Homes is grateful to have the opportunity to share the story of Guelph local Fred A. Lovett, a 97 year-old veteran from the Second World War. This Remembrance Day, we are proud to honour Fred’s legacy by officially dedicating the naming of the street Lovett Lane in our Hart Village community to him and his family. Fred A. … Read More

Some of our building team members are rallying together to take part in this year’s Movember. Not only do our crew think this was a great way to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues, but they also look forward to the team building that comes from doing it together. Stay tuned throughout the month of November for status … Read More

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, being able to enjoy outdoor spaces is more important than ever. The livability of the NiMA Trails community is unmatched, from the modern and functional designs of its homes to the beautiful natural environment surrounding it. For the past 30 years, Terra View Homes has been building award-winning homes in premier communities. Currently, … Read More

Terra View is proud to announce that we have won an award for “EnerQuality’s ENERGY STAR for New Homes – Small/Custom Builder”! For Immediate Release – Winners of the 2019 EQ Awards Announced EnerQuality’s Awards celebrates the lasting and positive impact Canadian builders are making through their commitment to constructing energy-efficient homes Toronto, On… (September 22, 2020) The leaders of … Read More

Guelph-based green builder recognized for being a changemaker in the Ontario building industry and advancing energy efficiency in new home construction Terra View Homes is proud to announce that they have been named the recipient of the 2020 EnerQuality ENERGY STAR® for New Homes — Small/Custom Builder award and have been named a Net Zero Builder award finalist. Founded by … Read More

The long awaited NiMa Trails development will bring 360 new housing units to the community Terra View Homes is thrilled to announce that the company is gearing up for the launch of residential home sales in its highly anticipated NiMa Trails project, beginning this fall. While pre-launch registration for NiMa Trails has been ongoing, no official plans for public sales … Read More

Summer—where the days are longer, the sun is stronger, and solar panels can perform at peak capacity! We love this season at Terra View Homes. Committed to making a significant movement towards the use of solar energy, we strongly believe that choosing to harness the power of the sun and the environment is the ultimate sustainable action. Not only will … Read More

Hart Village is a special community for many reasons, but the deep history this area in South Guelph possesses is one to be proud of. Named after Guelph’s Hart Family, Hart Village is not only home to the first complete community of net zero homes, but was once the Hart Farm Homestead, where four generations of the Hart Family lived … Read More

Ontario-based green builder recognized for advancing energy efficiency and demonstrating excellence in building and promoting ENERGY STAR certified new homes Terra View Homes is proud to announce that they have been named the recipient of the 2020 ENERGY STAR Canada Builder of the Year Award, in the small builder category, for new home construction. The ENERGY STAR Canada Builder of … Read More

We take pride in our modern designs and sustainable approaches, and our goal is always for homeowners to love their Terra View Homes, as much as we love building them! For this month’s blog, we asked the Wrixon family to share their experience as Terra View homeowners and what it’s been like joining our ever-growing community! We’re Jen and Aaron … Read More

Purchasing a home can currently seem like a difficult task as COVID-19 has placed the entire world into unprecedented times. Nothing could fully prepare businesses and individuals for the times we are living through and the feelings we are experiencing. We, at Terra View Homes, are here to help you through these trying situations and ease the pressure and stress … Read More

Restrictions present unique challenges for builders like Terra View Homes Operating a business and managing staff while adhering to COVID-19 restrictions has presented many unexpected challenges for business owners. That is especially true in the construction industry, where newly-implemented site procedures have less to do with construction practices and more to do with meeting pandemic compliance regulations. “It’s taking a … Read More

Tips to ensure your home is ready for a COVID-19 extended stay When travel is no longer an option given the need for social distancing, the question arises: is your home the healthiest place to spend 24/7 riding out a pandemic? What about life after COVID-19? Living in a clean, safe environment is a key contributor to your overall health. … Read More

Terra View Homes is proud to announce that they have been named Green Builder of the Year by the Guelph and District Home Builders’ Association (GDHBA). Since 1991,Terra View Homes has been a dedicated member of the GDHBA, a non-profit organization that supports residential construction businesses within Guelph through education, collaboration and recognition. GDHBA members gathered last month to celebrate … Read More

On April 22nd, Terra View Homes will celebrate Earth Day with the rest of the world. This year’s theme is climate action, where we recognize the enormous challenges we face, but also the countless opportunities for us in the fight against climate change. As pioneers in green building, it is our responsibility to practice environmentally-conscious building to lessen our impact … Read More

In honour of this year’s International Women’s Day theme, #EachForEqual, our female employees got candid about their experiences in the homebuilding industry and shared some excellent advice for other women considering this profession. This month, we’re celebrating the amazing women behind Terra View Homes. Name: Lisa Schuett Position:  Vice President How long have you been working at Terra View Homes?  … Read More

GUELPH, ON | March 9, 2020 — Local green builder Terra View Homes is excited to announce that phase 1 construction is officially underway on the NiMa Trails development located near Guelph Lake and the surrounding conservation area. NiMa Trails is a multi-phase project with phase 1A and 1B now officially under construction. These phases are set to include 21 … Read More

Are you in the market for a new home? Make sure you do your research! Before prospective home buyers make the biggest investment of their lives, they need to make sure they’ve selected the proper home builder for the job. With close to 30 years in the home building industry, we have quite the idea of what to look for … Read More

Here’s everything you need to know about Net Zero homes Following the 2019 Throne Speech, a target was set by the Canadian government to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. This is an ambitious, yet necessary goal for both environmental protection and economic growth. As a CHBA Qualified Net Zero Home Builder, our goal is to create sustainable neighbourhoods and communities … Read More

The start of a new decade is the perfect opportunity to update your home. What changes are you envisioning for your home this year? As an innovator in the building industry through construction, modern design and customization, Terra View prides itself on staying up to date on home and interior design trends. Heading into 2020, we’ve decided to share five … Read More

Winter is coming! Before we’re hit by the snow, below-freezing temperatures and higher utility bills, make sure to winterize your home. This will save you from damages and extra costs in the dead of winter. At Terra View, our quality homes are changing the way Canadians experience winter. Our Net Zero Ready homes will be taking energy efficiency (and comfort) … Read More

What you should know about net-zero homes While climate change failed to emerge as the defining issue of the October federal election, there was enough awareness on the subject amongst voters to help the Green Party triple their seat count in the House of Commons. Clearly, Canadians are becoming increasingly concerned about human impact on their local environment and the … Read More

Incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly practices into our environmentally conscious building philosophies has been our priority for over two decades. Pushing the green envelope in the homes that we build has become standard practice for us — and knowing that we are building for a better future is what motivates us to continue doing so. We’re proud to live and build … Read More

The City of Guelph and TerraView Homes sold their first completely net zero output home. We were there looking at the state of the art home. Source  

Being a homeowner comes with great responsibility — let’s make the environment one of them. In Canada, residential living accounts for 14 percent of the total greenhouse gases produced. While energy performance and efficiency have improved significantly across the country in recent years, residential energy has still increased by 8.4 percent since 1990. This household carbon footprint calculator can assist … Read More

Terra View is leading the way towards sustainable communities in many ways, one of which is using clean soil.   What is Clean Soil and What Are the Benefits?   Clean soil is composed only of organic matter, elements that are nutrient and mineral rich, and is free from chemicals and pesticides, meaning it is: Safer for kids and pets … Read More

It is important that we act now to make changes in our lives that will lead to a sustainable future and you can make that step now by purchasing a condo in Canada’s First Carbon Neutral Condominium. Terra Condos is a modern, socially responsible condo building that leaves zero carbon footprint. Terra’s environmentally conscious design emits zero carbon by drawing … Read More

For almost two decades, Terra View Homes has been pioneering green homebuilding practices in Canada. Today, Terra View Homes is excited to announce they are the first builder in Canada to offer 4kW solar modules on newly built homes in their Hart Village subdivision in Guelph*. This follows a long tradition of leading the way with environmentally conscious building initiatives. … Read More

Two local builders are joining forces on a unique residential project that will help create a new, more environmentally-friendly building standard. Kiwi Newton Construction and Terra View Homes are set to break ground this year on a new building that is one of 16 projects chosen to be part of the Canada Green Building Council’s Zero Carbon Building Standard pilot … Read More

Grading work has begun on two major Terra View Homes residential developments in Guelph. Both the NiMa Trails project on the far northeast corner of the city, and the Hart Village development in the south end along Harts Lane and Kortright Road, have been in the planning and approval process for several years. Terra View founder and CEO Andrew Lambden ... Read More

Join us for the nima ground breaking ceremony Don't miss your opportunity to be part of the beginning of another great guelph community coming soon: nima. Join terra view homes and the mayor of guelph, cam guthrie as they cut the ribbon and open the site for construction. Nima is an exciting new community in guelph's north end built for ... Read More

Guelph is home to some mind-blowing cross-sectoral community collaborations. A prime example: our recently-published story of McNeil Consumer Healthcare investing in local non-profit Trees for Guelph who, in turn, have been co-ordinating tree planting initiatives for (primarily) local school children since 1990. Read Full Story

KITCHENER — David Brix hopes people plugging in their cars at home will become more commonplace than fueling up at the gas stations. Read More

GUELPH – Mennonite barn "disassemblers" from near Elmira carefully take apart the 170-year-old barn on Harts Lane West on Tuesday morning. Read More

Terra View Homes appears poised to build on its reputation as a corporate citizen committed to trying to do things right. Download PDF

GUELPH — Every year in May, barn swallows arrive to nest in the old, abandoned Hart Barn. This year, the birds will arrive to new homes. Read More

GUELPH — City councillors Monday approved the removal of a 170-year-old south-end barn after hearing it is so unsafe the late owner wouldn’t allow anyone inside. Read More

GUELPH — Three Guelph home builders have been named finalists for the 2013 Tarion Awards of Excellence for customer service. Download PDF

GUELPH — After more than 20 years in the development industry, Andrew Lambden knows how new projects typically come on stream. Download PDF

GUELPH — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) honoured Terra View Homes today under the CMHC Healthy Housing™ Recognition Program for its efforts in building healthier homes. Read More