Imagine coming home from work after a stressful day and being able to take a calming swim. Or better yet, relax in a sauna without leaving your building. Well, thanks to the growing popularity of mixed-use development, combining homes with various convenient spaces is the future of CLV Group. Our “live, play, work” model reinforces this concept, where living spaces foster vibrancy, luxury, and sustainability in urban areas in the heart of Ottawa. 

What is a Mixed-Use Development?

A mixed-use development is a building that combines many different purposes. Consider an apartment complex with a movie theatre, a convenience store and a pet washing station. Integrating residential, commercial and recreational facilities within a single area is convenient and sustainable because it prioritizes walkability and reduces reliance on cars. Efficient land use means designing a well-connected community that reduces commute times, so people can focus on doing what matters most, rather than spending time in traffic.

Why Mixed-Use Developments Work

Beyond convenience, several key benefits lie in building mixed-use developments. The largest focus is on prioritizing and improving the resident experience in urban areas. At CLV Group, we accomplish this by:

• Increasing land use efficiency by providing various amenities in one building to support urban growth.
• Enhancing safety and community interaction with regular activity levels and carefully crafted spaces that foster community, such as pet-friendly residences.
• Attracting multiple demographics, such as students, families, and retirees.
• Encouraging economic vitality for nearby local businesses.

Built for Economic and Environmental Resilience

Along with enhancing the resident experience, multi-use residences have significant economic, environmental and long-term social advantages.

• Economic: A multi-use building can attract many people for its synergy. It makes the surrounding area more walkable, making it more likely for businesses to invest. The more local businesses, the more that area grows, which appreciates the property's value, making it a worthy investment.
• Environmental: Centralized services that encourage walkability, biking, and proximity to transit lower the overall carbon footprint of the building's residents. This can also prevent unnecessary urban sprawl, maintain pre-existing green spaces and save materials if construction is done on an existing structure.
• Long-Term Social: Multi-use buildings encourage shared spaces, which are particularly beneficial for promoting wellness and sustainability, such as pet-friendly spaces and accommodations, fitness centres, and rooftop patios. 

The Future is Integrated

Mixed-use developments represent the future of thoughtful and connected urban living. By seamlessly blending residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, these communities offer convenience, promote sustainability, and support vibrant local economies. At CLV Group, we believe that where you live should do more than house you; it should enhance your lifestyle. Through intentional design and a resident-first mindset, we’re helping shape dynamic neighbourhoods where residents can truly live, work, and play—all in one place.

View some of our multi-use Ottawa communities that reflect our resident-first values.