Residential Architecture can be a truly life-changing experience.  For the individual, couple, or family, the experience is filled with hope and excitement, but also many concerns.  Whether they have an existing home to remodel or a vacant lot to build on, they want their lifestyle and tastes to be a part of the completed design.  They also want the architect to bring his/her own ideas to the table, ideas that are based on many years of experience, creativity and innovation.  The clients want to be able to avoid surprises that can make the experience unpleasant, such as delays, cost over-runs, and problems obtaining permits.

At The Kastrop Group, Inc., we put the highest possible emphasis on collaboration.  From the very first client meeting, we want to hear the client's ideas and share our own.  We also want to talk to potential contractors, engineers, and anyone else who will be involved in the project.  By becoming part of a collaborative project team, we can anticipate obstacles and stay on budget.  We develop good working relationships with permitting agencies, so that they have trust in the project team and understanding of the project from the very beginning of the process.  With communication and teamwork, we find ways to solve problems and create successful outcomes.

We are especially devoted to designing what we call "beneficial buildings" and "healthy homes", with an emphasis on safety, non-toxic materials, energy efficient products, and earth-friendly ("green") techniques.  Multi-generational building methods allow the home to be used effectively by not only the current residents, but others in the future, such as children or aging relatives.