Ground has been broken on an eight-acre mixed-use commercial development to be called Clayfield Commons at the gateway entrance to Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake.
The project will include The Clayfield Hotel, part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, as well as a Foodland grocery store, 55,000 square feet of retail space and 28,000 square feet of office space.
The build, located at 111 Garrison Village Dr., currently features a CIBC, Shoppers Drug Mart and The Village Medical Centre.
The coming additions are spearheaded by John Hawley, founder and developer of The Village neighbourhood, and Adam Hawley, vice-president of The Village Development Inc. The name of the project and renderings were recently unveiled, along with the addition of David Feldberg, owner of Stratus Vineyards and president and CEO of Teknion for the final phase.
“With a focus on creating an enduring place loved by residents and visitors alike, Clayfield Commons will feature beautiful buildings framing a central square that will serve as a stage for casual gatherings and seasonal events. Ample parking has been thoughtfully located to prioritize walkability and the pedestrian experience while simultaneously offering convenient access to the site,” stated a Village Development news release.
According to Adam Hawley, building permits have been received from the municipality. He credits the master plan to Andres Duany and his team at DPZ CoDesign. Sid Lee Architecture is the architect for The Clayfield Hotel. Dewson Architects and Quartek Group are both involved with other retail/office buildings in Clayfield Commons and the landscape design is by SiteC Landscape Architecture.
The Clayfield Hotel will anchor the north end of the central square and offers guests and locals an engaging contemporary interpretation of Niagara’s history, creativity and ambience. The hotel will have gathering spaces that includes a rooftop terrace.
The retail and office spaces of Clayfield Commons will place an emphasis on showcasing Niagara entrepreneurs and businesses.
“Clayfield Commons is an outward expression of our love for Niagara-on-the-Lake and our contribution to its amazing future. We are thankful for the many people that have had a hand in designing and building this internationally acclaimed community,” said John Hawley.
John and I are determined that Clayfield Commons and The Clayfield Hotel, like Stratus, reflect an unparalleled commitment to quality and design,” added Feldberg.
According to the Village Development news release, “Clayfield Commons represents a significant investment in the community that will boost local employment and provide essential amenities within a walkable neighbourhood setting. The development aligns with Niagara-on-the-Lake’s vision for sustainable growth and community-focused urban planning.”
The cost, who and how the project is being funded is being kept private at this time.
A centre for the arts is also being planned and details on this as well as a project timeline will be released in the coming months.
A grand opening is being planned for May 2026.
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