Urbis Infill Homes

What Urbis Infill Homes does

Urbis Infill Homes (operating as Urbis) is a private, family-owned design-build firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, founded circa 2014-2015. The company specializes in luxury urban infill homes in Edmonton's mature neighbourhoods and has expanded into surrounding communities including St. Albert (Jensen Lakes), Fort Saskatchewan (Southfort Meadows), and Lac St. Anne (Estates at Waters Edge). Its core offering is vertically integrated custom home design and construction, with in-house architectural design, interior design, and construction teams executing a four-stage design process from concept drawings through working drawings and interior design.

The company's product portfolio spans three pathways: fully customized builds on client-owned or acquired infill lots; a hybrid 'ready to build' model using pre-designed floor plans with customizable finishes; and quick possession move-in-ready homes, including The Lakefront II at 12 Jardin Place priced at $2,999,900. Additional services include interior design, consulting on infill development, and pre-construction services such as budgeting, permitting, demolition, and site preparation. Revenue is generated through one-time design and construction contracts with individual luxury homeowners, with no recurring subscription or licensing component.

The go-to-market motion is consultative and direct-to-consumer, driven through the company website, phone outreach to Partner Mike Arndt, in-person consultations, and project showcasing via gallery tours. Marketing channels include a project portfolio website, Instagram (@urbisinfill), Facebook, an email newsletter, industry award recognition (CHBA, BILD Edmonton, BILD Alberta), and community involvement with organizations such as the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation and Pilgrims Hospice Society. The firm is led by founder Rick Arndt (40+ years architectural experience), partner Katie Warwa (Masters of Architecture, UBC), partner Mike Arndt, CFO Tami Reich (25+ years with the firm), and a leadership team including General Manager Danielle L'Heureux and Construction Manager Jeff Machin.

Name

Urbis Infill Homes

Legal name

Urbis Infill Homes

Website

https://urbisinfill.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Urbis Infill Homes is a private, family-owned design-build firm in Edmonton, Alberta, specializing in luxury custom infill homes in mature neighbourhoods, with quick possession and hybrid 'ready to build' options in surrounding communities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Home Building

NAICS

Residential Building Construction (23611), New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117), Architectural Services (54131)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Multi-Family Residential Construction (Apartments, Condos, Townhomes) (IMAFABAB)

Keywords

• Custom home building
• Residential construction
• Infill development
• Architectural design services
• Luxury home building

Headquarters

HQ city

Edmonton

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Home Design and Build Services: Full-service design and construction of custom luxury homes. Revenue generated through design fees and construction contracts for bespoke residential projects in Edmonton and surrounding areas.
2. Quick Possession Home Sales: Sale of move-in ready homes and 'ready to build' lots. Includes premium lakefront properties like The Lakefront II at $2,999,900 and estate homes in Jensen Lakes.
3. Hybrid Home Offerings: Pre-designed floor plans with customizable finishes (cabinetry, flooring selections). Streamlined process reducing homeowner decision-making while maintaining luxury quality.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Urbis Infill Homes is a vertically integrated design-build firm that delivers custom luxury homes in Edmonton and surrounding Alberta communities through in-house architectural design, interior design, and construction teams. It offers three purchase pathways: fully customized builds, hybrid "ready to build" pre-designed plans with customizable finishes, and move-in-ready quick possession homes.

Product overview

Urbis Infill Homes is a full-service custom luxury home builder in Edmonton, Alberta offering vertically integrated design and construction with in-house architectural design, interior design, and construction teams. The company specializes in urban infill homes in mature Edmonton neighborhoods, while also expanding to offer quick possession and hybrid 'ready to build' options. Product portfolio includes: (1) Core Custom Services - Custom Home Design, Custom Home Builds, Interior Design, and Consulting; (2) Alternative Purchase Options - Quick Possessions (move-in ready) and Hybrid 'Ready to Build' models with pre-designed floor plans; (3) Named Home Plans - The Lakefront II, The Lakehouse, The Farmhouse, Craftsman, Bungalow; (4) Design Phase Services - Design Concept Drawings, Architectural Design Development Drawings, Architectural Working Drawings. Building communities include Jensen Lakes (St. Albert), Estates at Waters Edge (Lac St. Anne), and Southfort Meadows (Fort Saskatchewan).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Home Design In-house architectural design service with engagement through both design and construction phases, producing floor plans, site plans, elevations, and interior design documentation for prospective luxury homeowners.
• Custom Home Builds Full-service custom home construction from start to finish, delivering luxury finishings and integrated design-build accountability for individual homeowners.
• Interior Design In-house interior design service using lookbooks, sketches, interior elevation drawings, and 3D renderings to help homeowners visualize and finalize interior selections.
• Consulting Expert consulting on infill development and home building processes for homeowners and communities navigating city regulations and site challenges.
• Pre-Construction Services Pre-construction services covering budgeting, permitting, demolition of existing structures if required, and site preparation before construction begins.
• Quick Possessions Move-in-ready Urbis luxury homes available for immediate purchase in communities such as Jensen Lakes (St. Albert), bypassing the longer custom build process.
• Hybrid 'Ready to Build' Pre-designed templated floor plans with customizable cabinetry and flooring selections, allowing buyers to build on client-selected lots with reduced decision-making while maintaining Urbis luxury standards.
• The Lakefront II Premium lakefront quick possession home of nearly 6,000 sq. ft. with three fireplaces, two wet bars, a home gym, and four patios/decks overlooking Jensen Lake. Final lakefront lot available.
• The Lakehouse Quick possession home plan in Jensen Lakes, St. Albert, offering over 4,400 sq. ft. with great room fireplace, home office, mudroom, and open-concept kitchen.
• The Farmhouse Farmhouse-style home plan available within the Jensen Lakes quick possession portfolio.
• Custom Home of Your Choice Build-your-own package letting buyers select Lakehouse, Farmhouse, Craftsman, or Bungalow plans on available Jensen Lakes lots starting from the mid $400,000s.

Quantifiable outcome

• Streamlined design and construction process from concept through warranty, with integrated teams ensuring seamless transitions between phases.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and supporting.

• Pilgrims Hospice SocietyminorOthers · 1 August 2019Rick Arndt served as Project Director using his architectural expertise to help non-profit organization. Rick attended groundbreaking ceremony in August 2019. Part of Urbis' community giving back initiative.
• Iron Elements Inc.coreTechnology or IntegrationArchitectural metalwork specialist providing custom craftsmanship for Urbis projects. Long-standing relationship from early days of Iron Elements when founder Bruce Porter was starting out. Collaborated on vanity mirrors, custom railings, and architectural metal details across multiple projects including Glenora 139, Summit Drive, and Crestwood 144.
• YEG Closets and GlasscoreTechnology or IntegrationCustom millwork and glass specialists. Partnered with Urbis on vanity mirrors, pantry doors, and closet systems. Works closely with Iron Elements to deliver integrated millwork solutions.
• Taurus WoodworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationCustom millwork and woodwork specialists. Executed trim, crown moulding, and custom cabinetry in projects like Summit Drive and Crestwood 146. Known for detailed traditional millwork and hidden storage solutions.
• Selenium InteriorscoreTechnology or IntegrationInterior design firm led by Selene Yuen. Collaborated on floor-to-ceiling glass cabinetry wall and custom woodwork in Summit Drive project. Uses digital modelling and CNC technology for precision execution.
• Paramount FlooringsupportingTechnology or IntegrationFlooring specialists who worked on Riverside Drive project, including hardwood tray ceilings that carry hardwood from floors onto bedroom ceiling for cohesive design statement.
• Iron River SurfacescoreTechnology or IntegrationSurface materials specialists. For Mackenzie Drive Reno project, provided travertine-look quartz, herringbone hardwood, textured tiles, kitkat tile, and terrazzo selections. Balances durability, style, and budget while maintaining authenticity to mid-century modern aesthetic.
• Kresswell InteriorscoreTechnology or IntegrationInterior design partners Diana Tidswell and Kristina Eustace. For Mackenzie Drive Reno, provided furnishing and finishing selections that echo client art and ravine views. Specializes in melding existing furnishings with custom pieces for cohesive design.
• Eberhard's ManufacturingsupportingTechnology or IntegrationCustom veneer specialists who partnered with Taurus Woodwork for grain-matched panels in Crestwood 146 basement bar project.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Shane Homes: Calgary-based homebuilder with custom and quick-possession offerings. Comparable in vertical integration and product breadth but focused on the Calgary market rather than Edmonton.
• Cardel Homes: Calgary-headquartered homebuilder with operations across Alberta including Edmonton-area projects. Comparable customer segment and product positioning but with southern Alberta roots and broader geographic reach.
• Calbridge Homes: Calgary-based custom and luxury home builder serving southern Alberta. Comparable in product (custom design-build for luxury segment) but operates in a different regional market than Urbis.

Broad incumbents

• Pacesetter Homes: Large Edmonton-based homebuilder with a broader portfolio including quick possession and spec homes. Competes with Urbis at the lower price tiers and represents the scaled incumbent model Urbis's Hybrid/Quick Possession lines are now challenging.
• Coventry Homes: Alberta-wide homebuilder with significant Edmonton presence including custom and quick-possession offerings. Broader geographic and product footprint than Urbis but competing for the same Edmonton luxury buyer.
• Bedrock Homes: Established Edmonton-area homebuilder offering a wide range of single-family homes across price points. Overlaps with Urbis in the Edmonton custom and quick-possession segments while operating at greater scale and broader product breadth.

Direct peers

• Crystal Creek Homes: Edmonton custom luxury home builder operating in mature neighbourhoods with design-build capabilities. Comparable to Urbis in product category, customer segment, and Edmonton-centric infill focus.
• Kimberley Homes: Edmonton-area luxury custom home builder with deep experience in upscale single-family and infill projects. Overlaps Urbis in customer profile (luxury home buyers) and product offering (custom design-build).
• Black Developments: Edmonton-based custom and infill home builder focused on luxury builds in mature neighbourhoods. Most directly comparable to Urbis in geography, customer segment (mid-market to luxury), and infill specialization.
• Vintage Group: Edmonton-based custom home builder serving the luxury segment with single-family custom builds. Comparable product positioning and customer demographic to Urbis's custom line.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/urbisinfill
• Xx.com/urbisinfill
• Facebookfacebook.com/urbisinfill
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/urbis-infill-homes

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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