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Our values

What matters to you matters to us

At Camcos Living, we believe people are at the heart of everything we do. We are driven by our passion for enriching the lives of others, and this is evident in our thoughtful, purposeful, and creative approach to homebuilding.

Our core values guide every aspect of the building process, from design to construction to customer service. At Camcos Living, our values set us apart from other builders, and we're proud to say that they're reflected in every home we build.

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Everything we do is guided by our values

Passion

Passion fuels our quest for distinction, turning tasks into opportunities and infusing our work with energy and purpose. This vital force shapes our dynamic culture, driving progress and uniting our ambition to excel.

Excellence

Excellence is our compass, ensuring our path leads to proficiency and ingenuity. We celebrate team autonomy and creativity, fostering a culture where each member’s expertise thrives. Our pursuit of growth and new ideas in every endeavour reflects a spirit of perseverance.

Adaptability

Adaptability anchors our resilience and innovation, equipping us to meet industry flux with purpose and intent. We respond to shifts and challenges with agility and speed and proactively shape change, ensuring our strategies reflect the dynamic business terrain.

Collaboration

Collaboration unites our talent, fostering a vibrant tapestry rich with diverse ideas. Embracing every voice enriches the discussion, and every perspective adds depth. Together, we blend individual strengths into a harmonious symphony, driving creativity and inclusivity at every turn.

Integrity

Integrity anchors our actions in honesty, fairness, and respect, driving us to make thoughtful and balanced decisions. We stand accountable to our customers, team, and stakeholders, pledging to engage in transparent and ethical operations that foster trust and set a benchmark for excellence across all our relationships.

Impact

We are dedicated to generating ripples of positive impact, beginning with our team and flowing outward. Grounded in personal engagement and well-being, environmental care, and social responsibility, we seize every moment to enhance lives, invigorate communities, and protect our planet, forging a sustainable legacy for the future.

James Circosta


James Circosta
President & CEO

James, the co-founder and CEO of Camcos Living, brings nearly three decades of experience in real estate development to his role. His track record includes successive leadership and executive roles at the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, Mattamy Homes, where he built over 15,000 homes across 45 communities during his 23-year tenure. James is an accomplished executive and has established himself as a respected leader and innovator.

James has demonstrated his ability to drive growth, implement positive change, and achieve aggressive business objectives. He is known for his strategic thinking and innovative approach, always seeking continuous improvement. He effectively develops and leads large, high-performing teams, fostering employee engagement and aligning people around a shared vision and strategy. His laser focus on the details of execution contributes to his success in overseeing complex operations.

As a passionate leader, James prioritizes the well-being of his team members and stakeholders in his decision-making process. His customer-centric approach has earned the recognition of his peers as well as accolades and industry awards. He is committed to delivering exceptional service and an extraordinary customer experience.

As CEO of Camcos Living, James oversees all aspects of development and new home-building operations, positioning the company for continued growth and success. His vision for the company’s future is focused on innovation, sustainability, and delivering exceptional value to customers and stakeholders. He is committed to creating a culture of excellence where every team member is empowered to contribute to the organization’s success.

Michael Circosta


Michael Circosta
Principal, Founding Partner

Michael Circosta has over 20 years of experience in development and new home building. Following his time at two of North America’s premier home builders, Michael was Chief Operating Officer and Managing Partner of Sunny Communities, a Richmond Hill-based homebuilder. There, he was closely involved in daily operations with oversight of land development, sales and marketing, product development, budget reporting, cash flow projections, tender negotiations, and contract awards on several key projects, many with construction costs ranging into hundreds of millions of dollars.

Michael is a skilled leader, coordinating multiple parties in each project stage and guiding communities from the drawings to the preliminary and final stages. He is well-versed in the building process and has an extensive history of working closely with architects, engineers, and managers. He is constantly refining the policies and procedures to find efficiencies and improve performance. He understands how to build large new home communities with superior quality on a strict schedule and budget; his industry track record is a testament to that.