We design & build houses in Detroit’s East Village.

We’re Greatwater Homes

Driven by a love for craft and a need for quality.

Preserving the look and feel of the classic, sturdy homes of Detroit by building them anew. Inspired by a time when craft and quality were the makers’ main priority. We design our homes, oversee the build, and sell them ourselves or through our partners. New but not flimsy, beautiful heritage designs with a modern cleanliness and without the headache of maintenance and repair of older homes.

  • Inspired by the historical architecture of the Villages, Corktown and Woodbridge, our newly built homes come with thoroughly modern interiors perfect for today’s lifestyles.

  • Our homes are the result of years of research and design work, and have been built to exacting standards using top materials and finishes.

  • Spearheaded by Nika & Co., we’ve partnered with a nationally recognized Detroit real estate brokerage known for selling Detroit's best homes.

Giving a great old neighborhood a great new look.

East village is providing a lot of new offerings to the area including parks, restaurants, art and culture, while being in walking distance to the arborous streets of Indian Village and the markets, bakeries, and coffee shops of West Village.

Explore our plans

  • The Alden

  • The Bellaire

  • The Charlevoix

  • The Ellsworth

View the Plans

Why our houses are better

Design

Inspired by the historical architecture of The Villages, Corktown and Woodbridge, our newly built homes come with thoroughly modern interiors perfect for today’s lifestyles.

Materials

We’ve been focused on quality, long-lasting materials and thoughtful design from the beginning. Our designs and layouts are both substantial and interesting. Materials like tile, cabinetry, light fixtures, and flooring are considered when bringing the home together.

Construction

Our homes are constructed by our in-house construction team, resulting in a product that’s overseen by the same person from start to finish. How everything comes together is under careful consideration throughout the construction and design process.

Team

Created by a local team motivated by Detroit and its beauty and charm. Our small team is focused on rebuilding one of Detroit’s best neighborhoods with considered designs and thoughtful construction.