Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Home Builders in Clive, IA
Founded in 1972 by Tom Gratias, our company has built a reputation for crafting custom homes that reflect the unique visions of our clients. With decades of experience in residential construction, we combine hands-on craftsmanship with strategic business insight to deliver homes that exceed expectations. Our philosophy of 'We Build Dreams' drives every project, whether designing ranch-style, two-story, or townhome properties. As a family-operated business, we maintain personal involvement in every detailfrom initial floor plans to final trim work supervised by LaDonna Gratias. Our commitment to flexibility allows homeowners to customize layouts and finishes, ensuring each property becomes a true reflection of its occupants.Located in Clive, Iowa, we serve the Des Moines metro area and surrounding communities, fostering lasting relationships through transparent communication and community engagement. Our team prioritizes quality construction, innovative design, and client collaboration, making the building process both enjoyable and rewarding. This approach has earned us recognition as a trusted leader in regional homebuilding while maintaining the personal touch of a family-owned enterprise.
Services
Custom Homes
Ranch Homes
Two-Story Homes
1.5-Story Homes
Townhomes
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer hands-on builder involvement from concept to completion
- Our family approach ensures personalized attention to every detail
- We provide flexible customization options for floor plans and finishes
- Our team maintains deep community ties and local market knowledge
- We guarantee direct communication with decision-makers throughout construction
What people say
Very flexible
Great people
Enjoyable process
Daily communication
Customization options
Services
Custom Homes
We design and construct fully customized single-family homes to match specific client preferences. Our process allows modifications to floor plans, kitchen arrangements, and finishes. Each home receives personalized attention from initial concept through final trim work, ensuring unique properties that reflect homeowners' visions.
Ranch Homes
Our ranch-style homes combine practical single-level living with modern design elements. These properties feature open floor plans and accessibility-focused layouts while maintaining architectural distinction. Clients can customize exterior finishes and interior configurations to suit their lifestyle needs.
Two-Story Homes
We build traditional and contemporary two-story homes with optimized space utilization. These properties offer distinct separation between living areas and bedrooms while maintaining cohesive design aesthetics. Customization options include staircase configurations and second-floor additions.
Townhomes
Our townhome developments provide low-maintenance living with unique customization possibilities. Unlike standard offerings, we allow modifications to deck sizes and interior layouts. Each unit maintains individual character while benefiting from shared community amenities.
People
Tom Gratias
Founder
Tom Gratias established the company in 1972, combining tradesman expertise with business acumen. He personally designs all floor plans and maintains direct client communication throughout construction projects.
LaDonna Gratias
Trim Supervisor
LaDonna Gratias oversees final interior finishes, ensuring quality craftsmanship in every home. She personally supervises trim work and coordinates finishing details to maintain the company's high standards of excellence.
Questions
What home types do you build?
We construct custom single-family homes including ranch, two-story, and 1.5-story designs, as well as townhomes with unique customization options.
Can I customize my home's design?
Yes, we allow modifications to floor plans, kitchen arrangements, counter materials, and deck sizes to create personalized living spaces.
Where do you operate?
We primarily serve the Des Moines metropolitan area, including Clive, Ankeny, and surrounding communities in Iowa.
How involved are owners during construction?
Clients receive daily updates and can visit job sites regularly. We implement requested changes promptly throughout the building process.
