Every space we design is rooted in who it’s for and how it will be used, creating places that are as authentic and lasting as the people connected to them. Our name reflects this vision. We chose Identity because we believe architecture should be about the identity of our clients, our projects, and the communities we serve. We align bold ideas with real-world economics delivering clarity, accountability, and long-term return from initial schematic design to completed construction. At Identity Architects, our process is where creativity and accountability meet. We are collaborative by nature and disciplined by process.
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our expertise
Expertise is what allows design to perform in the real world. It stems from a deep understanding of how buildings come together: materials, systems, and construction methods, and how those decisions shape performance over time. This knowledge shapes the design from the start, helping navigate complexity, anticipate challenges, and create spaces that are both functional and meaningful to experience.
Architect-Led Design Build
Architect-Led Design
Build
Design-build is about collaboration, not separation. It brings designers and builders together to deliver projects faster, better, and more cost-effectively.
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Placemaking
Placemaking
Placemaking is the practice of designing and activating public and private spaces to foster connection, belonging, and community life.
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Architecture
Architecture
We craft spaces and structures that embody your brand and amplify your success, merging intent with striking design to leave a lasting impression.
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Master Planning
Master Planning
Successful commercial master planning is not about fitting buildings onto acreage — it’s about designing circulation, visibility, and efficiency into the DNA of a site.
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Healthcare
Healthcare
Healthcare design requires more than aesthetics. It requires precision, empathy, and operational intelligence.
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meet our team
We’re a collective of architects, designers, project and construction managers, and creative strategists who believe great projects start with great people.
Leadership
Keenon Rayner, AIA, IIDA
Founder and Managing Principal
David R. Kastendieck
Founding Principal
Thomas De Froy, AIA
Principal Schematics Leader
Bryan Cater, AIA
Principal Production Leader
Brandon Srebalus
Admin Director
Keenon Rayner, AIA, IIDA
Founder and Managing PrincipalWe don’t just design buildings, we build relationships, ask better questions, and push boundaries.
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David R. Kastendieck
Founding PrincipalWe don’t just design buildings, we build relationships, ask better questions, and push boundaries.
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Thomas De Froy, AIA
Principal Schematics LeaderWe don’t just design buildings, we build relationships, ask better questions, and push boundaries.
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Bryan Cater, AIA
Principal Production LeaderWe don’t just design buildings, we build relationships, ask better questions, and push boundaries.
Bio
Brandon Srebalus
Admin DirectorWe don’t just design buildings, we build relationships, ask better questions, and push boundaries.
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INCREDIBLE TEAM MEMBERS
IN DESIGNED CONSTRUCTION VALUE
SQUARE FEET OF BUILT ENVIRONMENTS
CLIENTS SERVED ACROSS 120+ MUNICIPALITIES
