Cardinal Crest Homes North Kansas City,, Missouri

Founded in 2011 by Joe Christensen and his business partner, Adam Schaefer, Cardinal Crest Homes began when the two relocated to Kansas City to start their homebuilding business, knowing few people but fueled by hope and an entrepreneurial spirit. Cardinal Crest Homes is a design-build firm with in-house interior and architectural designers, providing a fully integrated and collaborative process from concept through completion. The company specializes in crafting timeless custom residences that balance aesthetic beauty with practical functionality and has completed more than 200 custom homes throughout the Greater Kansas City metro area in both Kansas and Missouri. To maintain a high level of service and attention, Cardinal Crest intentionally slot-schedules its builds to avoid overwhelming staff and to ensure each client receives focused time throughout the process. This disciplined approach typically results in annual revenue ranging from $12 million to $15 million across a limited number of carefully managed custom homes each year. In 2018, Cardinal Crest expanded into commercial construction with a focus on multifamily building and development, further diversifying its portfolio and strengthening its reputation. In 2026, the company will celebrate 15 years in business, reflecting a journey shaped by both challenges and successes that have provided invaluable lessons in business and life. Joe currently serves as President of the Kansas City Home Builders Association. He is a BYU Construction Management graduate, is happily married with three children, and remains deeply passionate about building and real estate.