Exceptional Homes in Beautiful Communities
At Robert Thomas Homes, we a high standard of excellence in homebuilding, combining quality materials, craftsmanship, and innovation with an exceptional level of personalization. Across the Twin Cities, our amenity rich neighborhoods are carefully designed to preserve the beauty of their natural landscapes, with accessible walking trails that weave through natural green spaces and serene wetlands. Whether strolling along our tree-lined sidewalks, spending summer days at the community pool, staying active in the exercise facilities, or simply gathering with neighbors on shaded front porches, our communities are designed around the way you want to live - creating connected, vibrant lifestyles that foster a unique sense of belonging. In short, Robert Thomas Homes does not just build exceptional homes, but beautiful communities that allow you to plant roots and thrive.
Crafted With Purpose.
At Robert Thomas Homes, thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship, and everyday functionality come
together to create homes that feel distinctly personal. From architectural details and elevated
finishes to flexible floorplans and personalization opportunities, every element is carefully considered
to help you create a home that fits your lifestyle, homesite, and budget.
Enjoy elevated features often considered upgrades-from quartz countertops and custom cabinetry to architecturally detailed exteriors and professionally landscaped yards.
Personalize your home with flexible spaces and options like bonus rooms, resource centers, sunrooms, screen porches, sport courts, and more.
Take personalization even further with home automation, audio, security, entertainment options, golf simulators, and other lifestyle-focused features.
Industry Recognition
Robert Thomas Homes is honored to have been recognized by our industry peers for our exceptional standard of excellence across construction, design, and community development.
REGGIE AWARDS
Robert Thomas Homes is the most awarded builder of the highly coveted Reggie Award by Housing First Minnesota - an industry recognition celebrating excellence in architectural design, cranfsmanship, floorplan innovation, and overall home quality.
BUILDER OF THE YEAR
We are humbled to have been honored with our industry’s most prestigious award, the Builder of the Year award. Chosen by peers within the Twin Cities housing community, the award recognizes just one builder each year for their commitment to outstanding business ethics, communication, community service, and customer and trade partner satisfaction.
BENNIE AWARDS
Housing First Minnesota’s Bennie Award recognizes outstanding achievements in community design and construction, evaluating aesthetic appeal, land planning, nature conservation, amenities, and street layouts. Multiple neighborhoods Robert Thomas Homes has been a part of have earned a Bennie Award, reflecting our commitment to creating beautiful communities that support dynamic, well-rounded lifestyles.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Building a new home requires many experienced hands, from architects and construction professionals to interior designers and customer care representatives. Each member of Robert Thomas Homes plays an essential role in this process - combining their specialized expertise and unique perspective to enhance every project we touch. But beyond the drafting, framing, and design details, one common thread continues to bind us all together: a shared passion for building a home that will enrich your life for years to come.
Paul Grabow
President
Jocelyn Hafertepe
VP of Sales, Marketing, & Design
Karen Albertson
VP of Estimating
Brian Engebretson
VP of Drafting
Greg Anderson
VP of Production
Kevin Young
VP of Production
A Legacy of Excellence.
Robert Thomas Homes is a proud affiliate of the TRADITION family of companies, a Minnesota based group of vertically integrated companies working for good across its communities. The story of TRADITION traces back to the early 1900s, when Sigurd Enebak immigrated to Minnesota from western Norway and founded Enebak Construction Company using horse-drawn grading equipment. Five generations and more than 120 years later, the TRADITION name represents excellence across a wide range of services, including site preparation, land development, financial services, commercial real estate, and homebuilding.
Together, TRADITION’s family of independently managed companies remains committed to the values that have guided the organization for generations: quality, craftsmanship, integrity, and service to others. At the heart of that legacy are our people. We believe that supporting out employees, investing in meaningful relationships, and creating a culture where people feel valued and connected allows us to better serve our clients and communities. It’s a people-first approach that continues to shape how we work, how we grow, and how we carry the TRADITION legacy forward.
Supporting Our Community.
As a member of the TRADITION family of companies, Robert Thomas Homes is proud to support HopeKids Minnesota, a nonprofit
organization that creates uplifting community experiences for children with life-threatening illnesses to enjoy with their families,
driven by the belief that hope is the most powerful medicine.
For more than a decade, TRADITION has supported this mission through fundraising and engagement efforts, including the “Hope
K” 5K/10K Walk + Run event, held in the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm community each summer.
On four different occasions, Robert Thomas Homes, alongside our trade and business partners, constructed and sold what we
called “The House That Hope Built.” Net proceeds from the sale of each of these homes were donated to HopeKids Minnesota.
Donations have allowed HopeKids to invest in a 16-person suite at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul. Aectionately known as the
“Hope Suite,” the gift has become a safe and accepting gathering place for kids to cheer on their favorite teams, enjoy live
concerts, meet players, and create new memories with family and friends. To date, more than 13,000 HopeKids members have
benefitted from the hope-building power of this gift.
Our Pledge to You.
At the heart of Robert Thomas Homes are the "Minnesota values" that have shaped us from the beginning: honesty, fairness, and a dedication to service. We approach every project with a desire to leave the world a little better than we found it. Building meaningful relationships with clients and partners while igniting long-lasting positive impacts in the communities we shape.
Above all, we pledge to live by the simple promise that has guided TRADITION's 120-year legacy of excellence: "always do what's right." It is our belief that the highest quality homes are built with more than exceptional craftsmanship - they are built on integrity, compassion, and a commitment to serving others well.