Business Details
Your Custom Home Builder in Lakeville, MN
At Homes by Tradition, we believe your home should be a reflection of your unique vision, crafted with exceptional quality and care. Our team of architects, designers, and craftsmen brings decades of combined experience in custom design-build projects, ensuring every home we create embodies architectural excellence and superior craftsmanship. We prioritize a collaborative approach, working closely with clients from concept to completion to transform ideas into personalized living spaces. Our commitment to quality extends beyond construction, with a seamless network of in-house mortgage, banking, and development services. With deep roots in Minnesota, we infuse local values into every project while maintaining a national standard of excellence.Our proven design-build process emphasizes transparency, efficiency, and client satisfaction at every stage. From initial consultation to post-closing support, we focus on creating a stress-free experience that results in a home built to last generations. Our team's expertise in property analysis, 3D design visualization, and budget management ensures your vision becomes a reality without compromising quality. We stand behind our work with comprehensive warranties and ongoing support, reflecting our dedication to long-term client relationships. Recognized for award-winning designs and community impact, we continue to set benchmarks in custom home construction.
Services
Custom Home Building
Design-Build Process
Property Analysis
3D Design Visualization
Post-Closing Support
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ combined years of custom home-building expertise
- Our in-house design-build process ensures seamless project coordination
- We use premium materials with a 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Our team includes MN Builder License #BC556362 certified professionals
- We provide post-closing support with comprehensive warranty programs
Services
Custom Home Building
We create personalized residences tailored to individual preferences and site conditions. Our process combines architectural innovation with traditional craftsmanship to deliver energy-efficient homes meeting MN climate standards. Clients receive detailed 3D visualizations during the design phase.
Design-Build Process
Our streamlined approach merges design and construction under one contract. This eliminates coordination issues between separate entities while maintaining budget control and accelerating project timelines through concurrent design and permitting phases.
Property Analysis
We assess land suitability for construction considering topography, zoning regulations, and environmental factors. Our experts provide recommendations to optimize home placement and outdoor living spaces within Minnesota's unique landscapes.
3D Design Visualization
Advanced 3D rendering technology allows clients to explore design options before construction begins. This interactive tool helps finalize floor plans, exterior finishes, and interior details with greater accuracy and confidence.
Post-Closing Support
Our commitment continues after move-in with dedicated support for warranty claims and maintenance concerns. We address any post-construction issues promptly through our direct service channels and trusted vendor network.
People
Dean Nelson
President | Owner
With military precision and generational building expertise, Dean leads our design-build process. He ensures seamless client experiences from consultation to closing while maintaining quality standards.
Danielle Srock
Director of Interior Design
Danielle curates personalized interior spaces using her keen design sense. She guides clients through material selections and finish choices to create cohesive, functional living environments.
Matt Mazanec
Purchasing Manager
Matt manages material procurement and budget tracking with 35+ years industry experience. His supplier relationships ensure quality materials at competitive prices for every project.
Charlie Koontz
Project Manager
Charlie oversees construction execution, applying hands-on experience to maintain project timelines and quality benchmarks throughout the building process.
Mac McGaffey
Project Manager
With four decades in residential construction, Mac ensures every home meets our exacting standards. He coordinates tradespeople and manages timelines to deliver projects on schedule.
Questions
What types of homes do you build?
We specialize in custom single-family residences ranging from traditional to modern designs across the Twin Cities metro area.
Do you work with existing properties?
Yes, we offer both on-your-lot construction and help finding ideal building sites in premier Minnesota locations.
What is your design process?
Our 7-stage design-build process includes 3D visualization, budget planning, and personalized selection consultations with expert designers.
Are financing options available?
Yes, our network provides in-house mortgage and financing solutions tailored to custom home construction projects.
What warranty do you offer?
We provide comprehensive warranty programs covering workmanship and materials for all new home constructions.
How long does construction take?
Timelines vary by project complexity but typically range from 6-12 months with our streamlined design-build approach.
Reviews (2)
Richard D.
Aug 25, 2019
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This is NOT a custom home builder. Our experience with HBT was well below the expectations set by the selling process. The design help was almost non existent. The designer they assigned to our home was more interested in finishing the project on time than on taking the time to understand our needs and lifestyle. The "trades" assigned to our project were almost all sub standard. In particular, the custom cabinetry was not consistent with a high end builder. One Example: the trash bin was near impossible to open with one hand and to add insult to injury, we were forced to pay for a replacement
Jeff B.
May 22, 2018
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Not the best experience would not pick them again to build a house. Felt like they were trying to pull one over on you throughout the building process and after. Not a satisfied customer to say the least.
