Construction at The Residences at Sand Trace is well underway, with the first homes scheduled to be available in the late Summer of 2026. The project is led by Frank Simonelli and his team at Frank Simonelli Homes, and Brendon Giblin of Brendon Properties.

Frank & Brendon have been building luxury homes in Rhode Island and Massachusetts for 50 years combined, and they bring their shared commitment to impeccable craftsmanship and simple luxury to The Residences at Sand Trace. This project represents the coming together of two of the region’s most trusted second-generation builders, united by a shared commitment to excellence and the communities they are proud to serve.

Frank Simonelli - Frank Simonelli began his career in real estate as the second generation in his family’s building tradition, carrying forward a lifelong devotion to craftsmanship and community that was instilled from an early age. Born and raised in Smithfield, Rhode Island, Frank has remained firmly rooted in the place he calls home, growing his operation into one of the state’s most respected residential building companies. Known throughout Rhode Island for an impeccable reputation, his work speaks to a foundational belief that building a home means building a neighborhood, and building a neighborhood means investing in the community around it. Today, his portfolio, including residential comunities Sprague Village and Stone Post Way, stands as a testament to that philosophy…a legacy of quality residential properties thoughtfully crafted for the people and places he has always been proud to call his own.

Brendon Giblin - Brendon Giblin, also a second generation builder, grew up understanding that a home is more than a structure; it’s a reflection of the people who build it and the community it belongs to. That conviction has guided every decision he’s made as President and CEO of Brendon Properties, Inc., transforming a family legacy into one of New England’s most respected development companies. Based in Southborough, Massachusetts, Brendon has built a portfolio of single-family homes, luxury condominiums, and nationally recognized residential communities, including River Trail Place and Millwood Preserve…each built with the care and uncompromised standards that have defined his family’s name for generations.

When you’ve made the decision to make The Residences at Sand Trace your home, you’ll meet our Sales Team:

Gina Simonelli Baxter - As a Smithfield native who chose Northern Rhode Island to raise her own family, Gina has deep roots in the communities she serves. A practicing attorney for over three decades, she became a licensed Rhode Island Broker in 2008 and formed family- owned Frank Simonelli Properties alongside her dad, Frank, Sr. and brother, Frank. Dedicated to guiding clients seamlessly to their perfect home, Gina is a detail-oriented real estate professional known for her solution-focused approach. She believes that real estate is built on personal and collaborative relationships and looks forward to delivering exceptional service alongside this dynamic sales team.

Kristyn Giblin Simonell - Backed by a family building heritage that began with her father Kevin Giblin’s custom home designs in 1972, Kristyn is a self-taught designer with a passion for creating fresh, timeless, and effortlessly livable interiors. Her busy family life keeps her work grounded in the belief that a beautiful home should also be functional and comfortable. Drawing on her natural eye for design and her family’s extensive experience in home building, Kristyn brings a unique perspective to the sales team as an in-house design expert. She works closely with buyers to help them envision the full potential of their home, offering thoughtful design guidance that transforms spaces into interiors that are both sophisticated and inviting.

Sara Whitney - Sara Whitney has called Rhode Island home for more than 20 years, and has been a full-time realtor for the past 10.  She works hard to build lasting relationships with her clients and colleagues, and she’s proud to know that the majority of her current clients have been referred by past ones. Last year, Sara closed more than $26 million in home sales throughout the State of Rhode Island, and was recognized as one of the Top 3 Individual Agents for sales in the Warwick / East Greenwich area. From start to finish, she will coordinate all of the stressful details in buying or selling a home so you can focus on preparing for your next chapter.

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