Welcome to Greatwater.

There are many beautiful old homes in Detroit, but very few new ones. We’re changing that by building brand new homes in the heart of one of Detroit’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Our homes blend timeless details like solid oak floors and wood-burning fireplaces with modern floor plans and amenities. We’re passionate about quality materials, thoughtful design, and Detroit. Helping revive the American dream of homeownership, one home at a time.

  • A house under construction with partially installed siding, framed windows, and a small porch. Green trees surround the site, and a sign reads 'Coming Soon'.

    We build with experience and care

  • A man working on a home renovation or construction project in a hallway, kneeling down with tools and a vacuum cleaner nearby.

    We want to build your new home with you in mind

  • A person wearing a gray polo shirt with KRA logo, working on architectural blueprints at a wooden table, holding a pen and a rolled-up part of the blueprint, with a ruler nearby.

    We have a hand in every part of the process

What we do Better

Quality Focused

We exceed industry standards through premium materials and precision craftsmanship. From foundation to finish, we build beyond code requirements to deliver lasting durability and timeless elegance. Every material we select and every method we use reflects our commitment to quality and honors Detroit’s legacy of enduring, well-built architecture.

Integrity

Trust is the foundation of our relationships. We operate with transparency, honesty, and accountability throughout the construction process. To us, what’s behind the walls matters just as much as what’s visible.

Design & Architecture

Blending homage with innovation, our designs honor Detroit’s architectural heritage while embracing contemporary elegance. We craft homes with proportional details that both blend into and enhance historic streetscapes. Elegant craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail result in residences that feel timeless yet modern. Built to inspire and endure.

Neighborhood Knowledge

Deeply rooted in Detroit, we understand the nuances of it’s neighborhoods, from architectural vernacular to cultural fabric. Our local expertise guides site selection and design, ensuring each home seamlessly integrates into its surroundings. Every home we build reflects the character and energy of the vibrant neighborhood around it.

An aerial view of a city with a mix of residential homes, greenery, and skyscrapers in the distance, under a blue sky.
Construction site with a small Bobcat skid-steer loader in the foreground and a house under construction in the background, surrounded by trees.
A line of evenly spaced trees with green leaves on a sunny day, casting shadows on a grassy area.
Front view of a two-story house with white and gray siding, a brown front door, a small porch, and multiple windows. There is a tree with green leaves in the foreground.
Aerial view of a residential neighborhood showing a newly built modern house with gray and white siding, surrounded by green lawn and small trees, with other older brick and wood houses nearby.