Company
We put the community
in development
The biggest challenge to building community and unlocking potential is complexity. As problem-solvers and doers, we see progress before it appears. Positive change takes time and requires a handshake approach to build trust.
Our core values:
- We do the right thing
Handshakes still mean something to us. We earn trust by prioritizing our people, families, communities, places, and partners over the easy path. - We build partnerships that last
Success comes from genuine partnerships. We are committed to building relationships because connection leads to real collaboration and progress. Our relationships outlast our projects. - We create long-term value
We’re committed to the long term. We listen to understand, respect context, and act decisively to create lasting value. - We thrive in complexity
Challenge creates opportunity. We are an experienced team that combines local presence with a global perspective to deliver projects that drive progress.
What we do:
- Development of hotel, office, industrial, retail and residential projects.
- Investment on a project-by-project basis alongside institutional investors and private wealth partners.
- Proficiency with complex, high-impact developments.
- Success in large commercial developments in conjunction with strong lead credit tenants as partners.
Our Global Divisions:
Responsible for all Texas projects, Matthews has been integral to the urban landscape of the Dallas area, spearheading impactful projects like South Side on Lamar, a historic Sears building repurposed into a lively multi-family development; Gilley’s Dallas, a beloved entertainment venue; Alamo Drafthouse cinema; Celebree School of Dallas Arts District and The Tribute Golf Clubs. Each project embodies Matthews’ commitment to enriching communities and creating spaces that bring people together.
Matthews Hospitality specializes in hospitality development with a focus on adding value and creating unique, community-centered experiences. From the Broward County Convention Center Headquarters Hotel to the Omni Dallas Hotel to the Hotel Polaris on the US Air Force Academy campus, our hospitality team brings luxury, comfort, and scenic views nationwide.
Based in Squamish, British Columbia, Matthews West, led by John Matthews, is dedicated to the growth of vibrant communities. They work collaboratively on complex projects guided by long-term thinking and are committed to the people and communities they serve through connections built on trust. In partnership with the Squamish Nation, Matthews West manages two legacy projects – Oceanfront Squamish and the Cheekeye Fan Development. Oceanfront Squamish is a transformative waterfront project, guided by the community’s vision, that will deliver a truly mixed-use development with a focus on sustainable urban design. In addition, the partnership is responsible for building North America’s largest debris flow barrier. When completed, the barrier will protect the District of Squamish from the threat of debris flows from Nch’ḵay̓ (Mt. Garibaldi) and enable development of more than 550 acres on the Cheekeye Fan into new homes, businesses and community amenities all linked through a network of trails and greenspaces.
Led by Jay Robson French, Steven Coates and James Burlumi, Matthews opened its first Middle East office in Dubai, UAE in 2014 and is responsible for Matthews’ presence in Europe and the Middle East. Our Middle East team has completed over AED 5 billion in project appointments. Standout developments include the Museum of the Future in Dubai, a groundbreaking architectural marvel commissioned by Meraas for the Prime Minister’s Office; La Mer, a mixed-use beachfront development spanning 9.5 million square feet; and the Bee’ah Group HQ in Sharjah designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, one of the world’s smartest offices, achieving LEED Platinum status, the multi-award-winning building sets the standard for sustainable architecture.
Tribal Partners focuses on office and industrial real estate in Canada. Tribal Partner’s notable projects include CORE Industrial in Caledon, CN Logistics Park in Calgary, FedEx Commissioners Street in Toronto, Meadowvale Commerce Park in Mississauga, and 300 Berge Du Canal in Montreal.
Our Partners:
Innovan Neighborhoods is a people-centered development and consulting firm. Their mission is to advance community-anchored real estate development through innovative, collaborative solutions. As a partner of Matthews, Innovan Neighborhoods leverages the 30-year track record of an international, full-service private real estate company alongside community development strategies to build and strengthen neighborhoods in concert with community stakeholders.
Learn MoreUrban Specialists work to change the cultural environment of our communities to stop senseless violence and help individuals reach their fullest potential. As a partner of Matthews, Urban Specialists invade the most influential segments of Urban Culture, so that we can disrupt toxic trends. Urban Specialists mission is to be a premier community organization known for equipping leaders through training excellence, network building, and pathways of engagement.
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