Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner in North Kansas City
Since 1989, K Warman Architecture & Design has been a trusted partner in creating exceptional architectural solutions across the United States. Our firm specializes in public and commercial projects, including parks, retail spaces, educational facilities, and modern tenant finishes. With over 30 years of experience, we combine artistic vision with technical precision to deliver functional, safe, and aesthetically striking buildings that enhance communities. Our process emphasizes close collaboration with clients, ensuring every design reflects their unique needs and aspirations. We handle projects from initial concept through construction documentation, permitting, and final execution.Our team of board-certified professionals brings decades of expertise in programming, presentation, and regulatory compliance. Recognized by the AIA and NCARB, we maintain rigorous industry standards while prioritizing client satisfaction. Our repeat business from savvy commercial developers underscores our commitment to quality and long-term value. Based in North Kansas City, Missouri, we serve clients nationwide with personalized attention and technical excellence. From playground renovations to monument designs, our portfolio demonstrates our ability to transform diverse architectural challenges into enduring solutions.
Services
Architectural Design
Building Architecture
Playground Design
Construction Documentation
Tenant Finish Design
Monument Design
Park Signage
Modern Architecture
Permitting Services
Presentation Illustration
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of architectural expertise in commercial and public projects.
- Our team holds AIA and NCARB professional certifications for industry excellence.
- We provide full-service architectural solutions from concept to construction documentation.
- Our board-certified professionals prioritize client collaboration and regulatory compliance.
- We specialize in modern, energy-efficient designs that enhance community spaces.
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- NCARB
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional, code-compliant buildings that balance aesthetics with practicality. We specialize in commercial and public projects, including retail spaces, educational facilities, and modern tenant finishes. Our process integrates client input at every stage to ensure spaces meet specific needs while enhancing community environments.
Playground Design
We design safe, engaging playgrounds and parks that cater to diverse age groups and community needs. Our approach combines innovative layouts with modern safety features, transforming outdoor spaces into vibrant recreational areas that promote physical activity and social interaction for years to come.
Construction Documentation
Our construction documentation services ensure projects meet all regulatory requirements through detailed plans and specifications. We handle permitting processes and technical documentation, providing clients with comprehensive support to streamline approvals and minimize delays during construction phases.
Tenant Finish Design
We specialize in custom tenant finish designs for commercial spaces, optimizing layouts for functionality and brand identity. Our solutions address retail, restaurant, and office environments, balancing aesthetic appeal with practical considerations for business operations and customer experience.
Modern Architecture
Our modern architecture services incorporate energy-efficient materials and innovative techniques to create visually striking, sustainable buildings. We focus on glass and metal elements that provide clean aesthetics while ensuring compliance with current building codes and environmental standards for long-term value.
People
Kathleen Warman
Owner
With 35 years of architectural experience, Kathleen Warman leads the firm in championing client needs through innovative design solutions. Her expertise spans commercial and public projects, emphasizing functional spaces that enhance community environments.
Tiffany Timmons
Office & Client Care Director
Tiffany Timmons manages daily operations and client relations with 20 years of experience in project scheduling and client care. Her background in communications ensures seamless coordination between clients and design teams.
Chad Trealout
Project Lead
Chad Trealout directs project development with 24 years of expertise in site programming and technology implementation. His focus on feasibility studies and retail design ensures practical, forward-thinking architectural solutions for diverse clients.
Jim Ellis
Senior Architectural Draftsman
Jim Ellis brings 34 years of technical expertise to construction documentation and design details. His precision in translating concepts into actionable plans ensures accurate execution of architectural visions across commercial and public projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide architectural design, playground planning, construction documentation, tenant finish designs, and modern building solutions for commercial and public projects.
How long have you been in business?
Warman Architecture has delivered architectural solutions since 1989, with our founder holding 35+ years of industry experience.
Do you work outside North Kansas City?
While based in North Kansas City, MO, we serve clients nationwide with architectural design and documentation services.
What makes your firm different?
We combine board-certified expertise with client collaboration, handling projects from concept through permitting to ensure quality and compliance.
How do you handle project permitting?
Our team manages architectural permitting processes, providing comprehensive documentation to streamline approvals and regulatory compliance.
