Ottawa has been home to Richcraft since 1983, and for over four decades we’ve been shaping the city with purpose and pride. Today, the family-owned business is being led into its second generation with Angela and Monica Singhal guiding the vision forward. From thoughtfully designed homes to innovative rental properties, commercial developments and vibrant community spaces, we’re dedicated to building more than structures. We’re building the future of our city.
Richcraft has built over 16,000 homes that people want to live in, invest in, and grow with. Our wide variety of home styles are designed to meet the unique needs of every homeowner, reflecting our core values: quality craftsmanship, signature standards and timeless appeal.
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For decades, Richcraft homes have stood for quality, comfort, and lasting value, and those standards now shape our expanding rental portfolio. Our 11 rental communities across Ottawa offer a variety of modern townhomes and condo-style flats curated for today’s lifestyle.
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Richcraft develops and leases professional spaces that help businesses thrive. From office and retail to industrial properties, our buildings are thoughtfully located, carefully maintained and professionally managed to meet the needs of modern enterprises.
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At Richcraft, we believe that building a community goes far beyond construction. Through our ongoing support of local organizations and institutions, we’re proud to contribute to the growth, health and spirit of Ottawa, and help strengthen the communities we serve.
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Richcraft’s Gatineau Golf and Country Club is a public, championship-level 18-hole course designed for players of all skill levels. The 11,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, home to Bistro 19, provides full dining, catering and event services for corporate functions, private gatherings and community events.
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At Richcraft, every decision is guided by the well-being of our residents and the world around them. From energy efficiency and sustainable materials to healthier indoor spaces and vibrant neighbourhoods, we build spaces where people can flourish. Our ethical practices and responsible care honour our past and shape a better future.
Kris Singhal, President,
Richcraft Group of Companies
With over 40 years of experience and more than 16,000 homes built throughout the Ottawa region, we’ve developed a deep and trusted expertise in creating
quality communities.
Our homeowners often share their positive experiences with others, contributing to a remarkable 60% referral rate. Nothing is more meaningful than a personal endorsement, and we’d be honoured to earn yours.
People are at the heart of everything we do, and our “one team” approach and diverse construction background fuel our success. We are committed to consistency, quality, and an entrepreneurial spirit that drives every project forward.
Our focus is on building quality homes and enriching the communities surrounding them. With honesty and integrity at the heart of our work, we strive to create spaces where people and neighbourhoods can thrive.
“Holding a high position in the Federal Government made it almost impossible to think of quitting my job to start building homes. But my desire was so strong that to minimize risk, I convinced my boss to allow me to take a one-year leave of absence. I immediately bought two lots from Campeau Corporation on Uplands Drive in Hunt Club Woods. It was 1983 and the model was called the Bennington Ultra. Richcraft was born,” said Kris Singhal.
Hunt Club Park had become one of the most desirable communities. Not only was the project the backbone of Richcraft Homes, but it also put Richcraft on the map as a major player in the Ottawa building industry. Company owner Kris Singhal said, ” I still feel great pride whenever I have the opportunity to drive through the area. I cannot believe it was Richcraft that developed Hunt Club Park.”
In 1988, Richcraft purchased over 180 serviced lots in phase one of Kanata Lakes. Located in the centre of the Silicon Valley North community and spread around Club Link’s Kanata Golf & Country Club, the Kanata Lakes project was unique. Half of the lots backed onto the golf course fairways, on Zokol and Westlock Streets, surrounded by a series of natural ponds.
Eventually, Richcraft moved operations out of a basement and into their first head office space on Colonnade Road. Soon enough, even those office spaces became too small to accommodate company growth. In 1989, Richcraft acquired two serviced blocks from the City of Ottawa in the Ottawa Business Park. Richcraft built and moved into the first building of 40,000 square feet. In 1997, they added a 4,000 square foot centralized Design Centre to serve homebuyers better.
Richcraft signed a conditional agreement with Campeau Corporation for one of the biggest land deals in Ottawa-Carleton’s history. A contract developed to buy about 2,400 acres of unserviced land in Gloucester was officially known as the regions South Urban Community. The land stretched into Gloucester and Nepean, straddling both sides of the Rideau River.
“Manju and I have a history in Aylmer. It was the place where we became homeowners all those years ago. It seemed fitting that we should build a Richcraft community there. La Croisee means crossroads – and true to its name, the harmony between nature and township remains at the heart of this unique Richcraft community,” said Kris Singhal.
Richcraft was able to secure two large parcels of land – 100 acres for Woodroffe Estates and 75 acres referred to as Forest Gate. Richcraft’s goal was to give Ottawa homebuyers a choice. Development in Woodroffe Estates began in 1993 with a land purchase expected to be complete by the end of 2010. Located at the Southwest corner of the former city of Nepean, Woodroffe Estates ranked as one of the most desirable communities for first-time homebuyers, upscale buyers and mature homeowners.
Richcraft and Urbandale had jointly formulated a marketing strategy and the project opened to the public in 1996. The joint venture was one of the largest projects undertaken in Ottawa – consisting of over 4,000 acres of land and approved to accommodate a population base of 50,000 people or 18,000 to 20,000 residences.
Staffed by designers and a full cost administration team, Richcraft’s Design Centre was a new concept for Ottawa and only the second of its kind in the city. Many Ottawa builders watched Richcraft’s success and followed this lead. Kris Singhal said, “without Manju’s support, it would have been impossible to move forward the way we did. She has always been a great source of inspiration, strength and pride for me. In many ways, she is the reason for my courage and my drive to do so well in the field I love.”
After 18 years in business, once the company had acquired a range of building expertise, Richcraft started looking for other opportunities. In the early 2000s, as the baby boomers were reaching their mid-50s, the City of Ottawa experienced new growth in high-rise concrete products. This new market opened an opportunity. Until then, Richcraft had never built more than a three and a half story house. In the spring of 2004, the company completed its first concrete high-rise, 570 Laurier.
The Regional Group was responsible for large land acquisitions and putting Richcraft and Braebury Homes of Kingston together. In partnership, Richcraft acquired 120 acres of land on the east side of Trim Road in Orleans. Richcraft built 184 single-family homes and 138 townhomes. The area was so popular that the majority of the project sold out in only two years.
Richcraft’s second concrete project, Places de Gouverneurs, sat on 20 acres and was promoted as urban living at its finest. Phase 1 included three buildings – five and six floors with 128 one and two-bedroom suites. The community project received approval to accommodate 940 units, a community centre and parkettes.
Now built, the 12-story condo project is called The Galleria. It features 148 one and two-bedroom plus study suites. Richcraft’s goal was to create an eclectic urban lifestyle. Judging by the response received from homebuyers, Richcraft had successfully achieved their goal.
Richcraft was extremely happy to be part of the new recreation complex in the community of Kanata. The 77,000 square foot building offers community and recreation facilities including, a fitness facility, two large gymnasiums, an eight-lane 25-meter pool, a whirlpool, and various multipurpose rooms. The site layout provides outdoor recreation areas with two large artificial turf sports fields, a children’s play area with a splash pad, two basketball courts and a skateboard plaza.
Richcraft was excited to join hands with The Ottawa Senators to be a part of a new skating arena complex. The new facility was completed under an innovative Public-Private Partnership (P3) between the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Community Ice Partners (OCIP). OCIP includes the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club, the Ottawa Senators Alumni and Morley Hoppner Group. The Richcraft Sensplex is complete with four arenas, including an updated existing Potvin Arena and three new regulation NHL size arenas.
Ideally located in the core area of downtown Ottawa, Richcraft completed another land assembly by purchasing parking lots and six residential properties. Zoned for a 12-storey building, Richcraft received approval for 18 storeys and 248 units. Since entering into the Ottawa condominium market, Richcraft has acquired several blocks of land suitable for condominium development.
Richcraft’s philanthropic profile expanded with Richcraft Hall and Richcraft Live. In partnership with Carleton University, Richcraft Hall was established on campus. The 55-million-dollar facility is home to programs such as The Norman Patterson School of International Affairs and The Canada-India Centre for Excellence. Richcraft Live was a partnership between Richcraft, Senators Sports & Entertainment, Live Nation and the Canadian Tire Centre bringing live music and experiences to the city.
The Brownstone community in Cyrville was the first community to be identified for the residential rental’s portfolio with a total of 88 units and occupancy starting in late 2015 through 2018. Fieldstone Flats in Barrhaven followed shortly after, converting to 75 rental units with occupancy that started later in 2016 through 2018.
Located in Barrhaven, a total of 179 units had been planned for several years and was the first purpose-built Richcraft Rentals community with a new product, Terrace Homes, in addition to standard flats and back-to-back townhomes, with occupancy that began in October 2019 and ended in 2021. Neighbouring Fieldstone Flats, this community offers convenient access to public transit with top-notch schools and recreation close by.
When COVID-19 appeared and everything went digital, Richcraft used Yardi and ECI cloud-based technologies to work through the pandemic that enabled Richcraft to transition towards a paperless environment. Everything from new releases, model tours, design centre appointments and more went virtual. The Richcraft Rentals portfolio also expanded with Coventry Commons at St. Laurent, Hennessy Court in Riverside South, and Mapleton in Kanata.
Ottawa’s premier condominium, The Charlotte, was developed by Richcraft in the heart of Sandy Hill. The building features 197 suites with 14 storeys, retail space, and world-class amenities. Surrounded by older homes, embassies and an established neighbourhood vibe, The Charlotte exemplifies the principle of seamless integration with upscale refinement.
Having built more than 16,000 homes across the city, Richcraft’s reputation is founded on integrity, honesty, and care. For the past forty years, unmatched customer service and home designs that evolve with changing needs have positioned Richcraft as a leading developer of homes and communities in Ottawa.
Parkdale Collective in Hintonburg, Richcraft’s first rental highrise, features 31 storeys of modern one- and two‑bedroom suites. The building boasts contemporary finishes and a suite of amenities including a state‑of‑the‑art fitness centre, yoga room, coworking spaces, and an outdoor pool with BBQ and lounge areas. Surrounded by trendy cafes, boutique stores, and local art galleries, it offers a dynamic urban living experience.
“Holding a high position in the Federal Government made it almost impossible to think of quitting my job to start building homes. But my desire was so strong that to minimize risk, I convinced my boss to allow me to take a one-year leave of absence. I immediately bought two lots from Campeau Corporation on Uplands Drive in Hunt Club Woods. It was 1983 and the model was called the Bennington Ultra. Richcraft was born,” said Kris Singhal.
Hunt Club Park had become one of the most desirable communities. Not only was the project the backbone of Richcraft Homes, but it also put Richcraft on the map as a major player in the Ottawa building industry. Company owner Kris Singhal said, ” I still feel great pride whenever I have the opportunity to drive through the area. I cannot believe it was Richcraft that developed Hunt Club Park.”
In 1988, Richcraft purchased over 180 serviced lots in phase one of Kanata Lakes. Located in the centre of the Silicon Valley North community and spread around Club Link’s Kanata Golf & Country Club, the Kanata Lakes project was unique. Half of the lots backed onto the golf course fairways, on Zokol and Westlock Streets, surrounded by a series of natural ponds.
Eventually, Richcraft moved operations out of a basement and into their first head office space on Colonnade Road. Soon enough, even those office spaces became too small to accommodate company growth. In 1989, Richcraft acquired two serviced blocks from the City of Ottawa in the Ottawa Business Park. Richcraft built and moved into the first building of 40,000 square feet. In 1997, they added a 4,000 square foot centralized Design Centre to serve homebuyers better.
Richcraft signed a conditional agreement with Campeau Corporation for one of the biggest land deals in Ottawa-Carleton’s history. A contract developed to buy about 2,400 acres of unserviced land in Gloucester was officially known as the regions South Urban Community. The land stretched into Gloucester and Nepean, straddling both sides of the Rideau River.
“Manju and I have a history in Aylmer. It was the place where we became homeowners all those years ago. It seemed fitting that we should build a Richcraft community there. La Croisee means crossroads – and true to its name, the harmony between nature and township remains at the heart of this unique Richcraft community,” said Kris Singhal.
Richcraft was able to secure two large parcels of land – 100 acres for Woodroffe Estates and 75 acres referred to as Forest Gate. Richcraft’s goal was to give Ottawa homebuyers a choice. Development in Woodroffe Estates began in 1993 with a land purchase expected to be complete by the end of 2010. Located at the Southwest corner of the former city of Nepean, Woodroffe Estates ranked as one of the most desirable communities for first-time homebuyers, upscale buyers and mature homeowners.
Richcraft and Urbandale had jointly formulated a marketing strategy and the project opened to the public in 1996. The joint venture was one of the largest projects undertaken in Ottawa – consisting of over 4,000 acres of land and approved to accommodate a population base of 50,000 people or 18,000 to 20,000 residences.
Staffed by designers and a full cost administration team, Richcraft’s Design Centre was a new concept for Ottawa and only the second of its kind in the city. Many Ottawa builders watched Richcraft’s success and followed this lead. Kris Singhal said, “without Manju’s support, it would have been impossible to move forward the way we did. She has always been a great source of inspiration, strength and pride for me. In many ways, she is the reason for my courage and my drive to do so well in the field I love.”
After 18 years in business, once the company had acquired a range of building expertise, Richcraft started looking for other opportunities. In the early 2000s, as the baby boomers were reaching their mid-50s, the City of Ottawa experienced new growth in high-rise concrete products. This new market opened an opportunity. Until then, Richcraft had never built more than a three and a half story house. In the spring of 2004, the company completed its first concrete high-rise, 570 Laurier.
The Regional Group was responsible for large land acquisitions and putting Richcraft and Braebury Homes of Kingston together. In partnership, Richcraft acquired 120 acres of land on the east side of Trim Road in Orleans. Richcraft built 184 single-family homes and 138 townhomes. The area was so popular that the majority of the project sold out in only two years.
Richcraft’s second concrete project, Places de Gouverneurs, sat on 20 acres and was promoted as urban living at its finest. Phase 1 included three buildings – five and six floors with 128 one and two-bedroom suites. The community project received approval to accommodate 940 units, a community centre and parkettes.
Now built, the 12-story condo project is called The Galleria. It features 148 one and two-bedroom plus study suites. Richcraft’s goal was to create an eclectic urban lifestyle. Judging by the response received from homebuyers, Richcraft had successfully achieved their goal.
Richcraft was extremely happy to be part of the new recreation complex in the community of Kanata. The 77,000 square foot building offers community and recreation facilities including, a fitness facility, two large gymnasiums, an eight-lane 25-meter pool, a whirlpool, and various multipurpose rooms. The site layout provides outdoor recreation areas with two large artificial turf sports fields, a children’s play area with a splash pad, two basketball courts and a skateboard plaza.
Richcraft was excited to join hands with The Ottawa Senators to be a part of a new skating arena complex. The new facility was completed under an innovative Public-Private Partnership (P3) between the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Community Ice Partners (OCIP). OCIP includes the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club, the Ottawa Senators Alumni and Morley Hoppner Group. The Richcraft Sensplex is complete with four arenas, including an updated existing Potvin Arena and three new regulation NHL size arenas.
Ideally located in the core area of downtown Ottawa, Richcraft completed another land assembly by purchasing parking lots and six residential properties. Zoned for a 12-storey building, Richcraft received approval for 18 storeys and 248 units. Since entering into the Ottawa condominium market, Richcraft has acquired several blocks of land suitable for condominium development.
Richcraft’s philanthropic profile expanded with Richcraft Hall and Richcraft Live. In partnership with Carleton University, Richcraft Hall was established on campus. The 55-million-dollar facility is home to programs such as The Norman Patterson School of International Affairs and The Canada-India Centre for Excellence. Richcraft Live was a partnership between Richcraft, Senators Sports & Entertainment, Live Nation and the Canadian Tire Centre bringing live music and experiences to the city.
The Brownstone community in Cyrville was the first community to be identified for the residential rental’s portfolio with a total of 88 units and occupancy starting in late 2015 through 2018. Fieldstone Flats in Barrhaven followed shortly after, converting to 75 rental units with occupancy that started later in 2016 through 2018.
Located in Barrhaven, a total of 179 units had been planned for several years and was the first purpose-built Richcraft Rentals community with a new product, Terrace Homes, in addition to standard flats and back-to-back townhomes, with occupancy that began in October 2019 and ended in 2021. Neighbouring Fieldstone Flats, this community offers convenient access to public transit with top-notch schools and recreation close by.
When COVID-19 appeared and everything went digital, Richcraft used Yardi and ECI cloud-based technologies to work through the pandemic that enabled Richcraft to transition towards a paperless environment. Everything from new releases, model tours, design centre appointments and more went virtual. The Richcraft Rentals portfolio also expanded with Coventry Commons at St. Laurent, Hennessy Court in Riverside South, and Mapleton in Kanata.
Ottawa’s premier condominium, The Charlotte, was developed by Richcraft in the heart of Sandy Hill. The building features 197 suites with 14 storeys, retail space, and world-class amenities. Surrounded by older homes, embassies and an established neighbourhood vibe, The Charlotte exemplifies the principle of seamless integration with upscale refinement.
Having built more than 16,000 homes across the city, Richcraft’s reputation is founded on integrity, honesty, and care. For the past forty years, unmatched customer service and home designs that evolve with changing needs have positioned Richcraft as a leading developer of homes and communities in Ottawa.
Parkdale Collective in Hintonburg, Richcraft’s first rental highrise, features 31 storeys of modern one- and two‑bedroom suites. The building boasts contemporary finishes and a suite of amenities including a state‑of‑the‑art fitness centre, yoga room, coworking spaces, and an outdoor pool with BBQ and lounge areas. Surrounded by trendy cafes, boutique stores, and local art galleries, it offers a dynamic urban living experience.
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