Hage Homes

Kelly Caruso & Kate Hage

As a team, Regarding Design and Hage Homes are collaborating to focus on bringing southern-inspired classic and traditional design to the upper Midwest. We have extensive experience in building architecturally designed homes with gracious interiors. Influenced by architecture of the past, we skillfully craft homes that are rooted in history but with a clean and modern approach. A sense of charm and character created through understated and honest details are the distinction of our work, with scale and proportion being paramount to the way we construct our homes. We believe in creating beautiful homes that elevate our community and historic neighborhoods.

Photo by Meghan Doll Photography


What sets your company apart?

Myrtle House is a design-build collaboration with Hage Homes and Regarding Design with expertise in Southern-inspired architecture and gracious interiors. A sense of charm and character created through understated and honest details are the distinction of our work, with scale and proportion being paramount to the way we construct our homes. We believe in creating beautiful homes that elevate our community and historic neighborhoods. Rooted in the architecture of the past with a clean and contemporary influence, Myrtle House bridges the gap between stunning historic detailing and modern living.

How would you describe your team’s approach to a new project?

Our highest achievement is to successfully design and build a place that our clients can call home. A home is a place that encompasses comfort, family, and friends. We consider it an honor to have the opportunity to bring this to life for our clients.

What inspires and influences your work?

Our brand is rooted in the beauty of Southern landscape and architecture.

What are the most important elements of a successful build team?

As a firm specializing in commissioned homes, the collaboration between the client, design team, and builder is of paramount importance in bringing a house to life. It is also one of the most enjoyable aspects of the building process.

What are some of your favorite trends and styles in new construction?

Timeless design and craftsmanship.

What do you enjoy most about building custom homes?

We treasure our historic neighborhoods, and we believe in creating beautiful homes that elevate our community and historic neighborhoods.