Business Details
47 Years
experience
Award-Winning Custom Home Builders in Minneapolis
Hage Homes has been crafting custom residences in the Twin Cities metro area since 1979, combining decades of expertise with a client-centered approach. As a second-generation builder with 35 years of operational experience, we specialize in transforming client visions into reality through meticulous craftsmanship and innovative construction methods. Our collaborative process involves homeowners at every stage, from initial concept to final execution, ensuring homes reflect their inhabitants' unique lifestyles. Recognized nationally for energy-efficient designsincluding a net-zero home with a record-breaking HERS Index Scorewe maintain partnerships with Minnesota's top architects and designers to deliver spaces that prioritize thoughtful design over mere square footage.With a proven track record of industry accolades and featured placements in prestigious home tours, we remain committed to transparency through our open-book pricing policy and cost-plus fee structure. Our team, led by founder Kerry Hage Homes and strategist Kate Hage Homes, brings both technical mastery and strategic insight to every project, ensuring quality materials and construction practices meet client expectations. By maintaining direct involvement in all projects and fostering relationships with trusted subcontractors, we guarantee a seamless building experience that aligns with our clients' aspirations.
Services
Custom Home Building
Green Building
Home Remodeling
Architectural Collaboration
Transparent Cost Management
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of Twin Cities homebuilding expertise since 1979
- Our open-book pricing policy ensures complete cost transparency
- We maintain direct founder involvement in all construction projects
- We collaborate with Minnesota's top architects and designers
- We guarantee energy-efficient construction with proven HERS ratings
What people say
Award-winning designs
Energy-efficient expertise
Collaborative process
Transparent pricing
Architectural partnerships
Services
Custom Home Building
We design and construct fully customized residences tailored to clients' specific needs and lifestyles. Our process combines architectural collaboration with hands-on client engagement to create homes that reflect personal aesthetics and functional requirements. With 40 years of Twin Cities experience, we deliver energy-efficient, award-winning designs that consistently rank among Minnesota's best.
Green Building
We specialize in energy-efficient construction methods that achieve industry-leading HERS ratings. Our net-zero home design set a national benchmark for residential energy performance. Through material selection and construction techniques, we create environmentally responsible homes that reduce long-term operating costs while maintaining architectural integrity.
Home Remodeling
We transform existing spaces through comprehensive remodeling projects that enhance functionality and aesthetics. Our approach maintains structural integrity while modernizing layouts and systems. From historic restorations to contemporary updates, we apply the same craftsmanship standards as new construction to improve living spaces.
Architectural Collaboration
We work with Minnesota's top architects to realize clients' vision through integrated design-build processes. Our partnerships ensure spatial efficiency and aesthetic quality while maintaining construction feasibility. By bridging creative design with practical execution, we deliver homes that prioritize meaningful design over square footage.
Transparent Cost Management
We operate under a cost-plus fee structure with complete financial transparency. Our open-book policy provides detailed cost breakdowns for all project components. Through multiple bid rounds and client participation in material selection, we ensure budget alignment while maintaining quality standards throughout construction.
People
Kerry Hage
Founder & Project Manager
Second-generation builder with 35 years of home construction experience. Oversees all projects from management to client interaction. Holds business degree from University of Minnesota Duluth. Recognized for technical expertise and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
Kate Hage
Brand Strategist
Develops Hage Homes' branding and strategic direction. Former Fortune 50 executive with analytics and operational planning expertise. Holds MBA from Duke University and Stanford-certified risk management credentials. Focuses on client experience optimization.
Questions
What areas do Hage Homes Homes serve?
We primarily serve the Twin Cities metro area including Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding Minnesota communities.
What home styles do you build?
We construct diverse styles ranging from modern and traditional to energy-efficient green homes, tailored to client preferences.
How involved will I be in the building process?
We maintain client involvement throughout, from initial design choices to material selection and budget approvals at each project phase.
What makes Hage Homes Homes different from other builders?
Our combination of 40-year experience, transparent pricing, direct founder involvement, and architect partnerships create uniquely personalized homes.
Do you offer energy-efficient building options?
Yes, we specialize in energy-efficient construction with proven HERS ratings, including net-zero home designs.
How are construction costs managed?
We use a cost-plus fee structure with open-book transparency, providing detailed breakdowns and client-approved budgets before construction begins.
