Business Details
37 Years
experience
Expert Historic Preservation & Architectural Services in Kansas City
At Strata Architecture, our core mission is to deliver comprehensive professional services tailored to each client's unique goals and needs. Our design philosophy begins with active listening, ensuring that every project phase reflects the client's vision while prioritizing contextual suitability. We specialize in creating architectural solutions that address the distinct opportunities and challenges of each project, consistently achieving client satisfaction through timely and budget-conscious execution.Our firm is deeply committed to historic preservation, demonstrated by our extensive work on culturally significant properties. Headquartered in Kansas City, we combine technical expertise with hands-on collaboration to deliver exceptional results across diverse architectural projects.
Services
Historic Preservation
Restoration Services
Architectural Planning
Adaptive Reuse
LEED Certification
Building Assessment
Tax Credit Consulting
Cultural Landscape Reports
Construction Administration
Design Documentation
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of expertise in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects.
- Our team includes LEED-certified architects with specialized knowledge in tax credit consulting.
- We maintain compliance with 36 CFR Part 61 federal preservation standards.
- Our firm has completed award-winning projects across commercial, governmental, and residential sectors.
- We provide hands-on construction administration to ensure project accuracy and quality.
Associations and certifications
- Federal Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Services
Historic Preservation
Our historic preservation services focus on maintaining architectural integrity while implementing modern updates. We specialize in rehabilitation, restoration, and adaptive reuse projects for culturally significant properties. Our team navigates complex regulatory requirements to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local preservation standards while delivering functional, sustainable solutions for historic structures.
Restoration Services
We provide comprehensive restoration services for historic buildings, including exterior facade consultation and structural rehabilitation. Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to preserve character-defining features. From condition assessments to execution, we ensure historically accurate repairs that extend the lifespan of architecturally significant properties while meeting contemporary performance standards.
Adaptive Reuse
Our adaptive reuse expertise transforms historic structures into functional modern spaces while maintaining their architectural essence. We develop creative solutions for repurposing buildings to meet new requirements, balancing preservation requirements with practical needs. This includes space planning, code compliance upgrades, and integration of modern systems without compromising historical integrity.
Tax Credit Consulting
We guide clients through historic tax credit applications and compliance processes for rehabilitation projects. Our team prepares necessary documentation and coordinates with regulatory agencies to maximize financial incentives. This service helps clients leverage preservation tax credits while maintaining design integrity and meeting project budgets for both private and public sector clients.
Cultural Landscape Reports
We create detailed cultural landscape reports documenting historic significance and guiding preservation efforts. These reports analyze historical development patterns and inform conservation strategies for landscapes associated with significant properties. Our methodology combines archival research with field analysis to produce comprehensive documentation that supports preservation planning and regulatory compliance.
People
Angie Geist Gaebler
President
President Angie Gaebler leads preservation efforts with 20+ years of experience in historic rehabilitation projects across the Midwest and East Coast. Her expertise includes sensitive design solutions for culturally significant properties and field collaboration with contractors to ensure construction quality.
Trudy Faulkner
Vice-President
Vice-President Trudy Faulkner specializes in historic tax credit projects and regulatory compliance. With extensive Midwest experience, she guides clients through preservation review processes while delivering award-winning adaptive reuse solutions that balance historical accuracy with modern functionality.
Claire Ashbrook
Senior Project Architect
Senior Project Architect Claire Ashbrook combines architectural design expertise with construction management experience. Her background includes international high-rise projects and historic preservation work at James Madison's Montpelier, providing comprehensive understanding of complex project challenges.
Jill Turner
Project Architect
Project Architect Jill Turner brings 15+ years of experience in historic preservation and 3D design software proficiency. Her career includes non-profit work in East Africa, demonstrating commitment to socially responsible architectural solutions across diverse project types.
Julie Cawby
Senior Project Architect
Senior Project Architect Julie Cawby specializes in historic rehabilitation with expertise in research documentation and restoration techniques. Her portfolio includes award-winning projects across municipal, commercial, and ecclesiastical sectors, emphasizing preservation of character-defining features in modernization efforts.
Questions
What architectural services does Strata Architecture specialize in?
We specialize in historic preservation, restoration, adaptive reuse, and new construction projects with contextual sensitivity.
Do you handle commercial and residential projects?
Yes, we work on both commercial and residential projects including historic buildings, museums, educational facilities, and government properties.
Can you assist with historic tax credit applications?
Yes, we provide comprehensive tax credit consulting including documentation preparation and regulatory compliance guidance.
Are your architects LEED-certified?
Yes, our team includes multiple LEED AP BD+C certified professionals specializing in sustainable design for existing buildings.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Kansas City, we work on projects throughout the Midwest, East Coast, and nationally as required.
How do you ensure project quality during construction?
Our team provides hands-on construction administration, collaborating directly with contractors to maintain design integrity and quality standards.
