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 portfolio
At Identity Architects , our work is grounded in two core areas: Spaces that perform and places that attract life in our Healthcare and Commercial design.
For more than 23 years, we’ve seen how design of the built environment directly shapes success. How a healthcare space can influence efficiency, patient trust, and long-term adaptability. How commercial placemaking developments, retail centers, office spaces can draw people in, support tenant success, and create lasting value.
We approach each project design with the same principle: design should deliver measurable impact: operationally, financially, and experientially. Where performance meets place.
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our expertise
Expertise is what allows design to perform in the real world. It comes from a deep understanding of how buildings are put together, materials, systems, and construction, and how those decisions impact performance over time. That 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.
Placemaking
Placemaking
Placemaking is the practice of designing and activating public and private spaces to foster connection, belonging, and community life.
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.
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.
Healthcare
Healthcare
Healthcare design requires more than aesthetics. It requires precision, empathy, and operational intelligence.
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
Partner and Principal Architect
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
Partner and Principal ArchitectWe 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.
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Brandon Srebalus
Admin DirectorWe don’t just design buildings, we build relationships, ask better questions, and push boundaries.
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CLIENTS SERVED ACROSS 120+ MUNICIPALITIES
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Explore the newly finished Shops at Stanford with Thomas De Froy, AIA - Principal, Director of Design and Keenon Rayner, AIA, IIDA - Managing Partner. In this walkthrough we dive into the details of urban placemaking, exploring how we transformed a high-traffic Montrose corner into a vibrant, walkable hub. #DesignBuild #Placemaking #CommercialArchitecture
It's all in the details. A high-traffic corridor in Houston's Montrose/West Gray district is brought to life with this urban placemaking design. Tomorrow we walk the shops at Stanford with our lead designer exploring how thoughtful design shapes connection, movement and place. #DesignBuild #Placemaking #CommercialArchitecture
Identity Architects is proud to be part of the Grogan’s Mill Village Center Redevelopment, recognized as a ULI Houston Development of Distinction Award Finalist. Thank you to The Howard Hughes Corporation. It is a privilege to collaborate on a redevelopment project that serves both people and place. Congratulations to all of this year’s finalists. The People's Choice Award is determined by Public vote. Vote for The Grogan's Mill Village Center Award finalist as your People's Choice Award. 👇 Cast your vote here: https://urbanlandinstitute.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ezVjApB0p4FBAN0 #IdentityArchitects #ULIHouston #DevelopmentOfDistinction #PeoplesChoice #GrogansMillVillageCenter #CareCreateCommunicate
A night of laughter, games, and holiday cheer! Our holiday gathering was a reminder that great design starts with a strong team. Care for our people Create with goals Communicate - coordinating every design #identityarchitects #schematics #architectleddesignbuild #medical #interiors #coreandshell #carecreatecommunicate
Identity Architects—proudly partnering with Detail Placemakers and Edloe Ventures to bring The Cottage Place to life. A 50-acre mixed-use placemaking community for medical, retail, and lifestyle excellence at the heart of Tomball's fastest growing district. Learn more here: 🔗 https://na2.hubs.ly/H02tgCB0 🔗https://na2.hubs.ly/H02tktY0 #EdloeVentures #IdentityArchitects #DetailPlacemakers #CottagePlace #CareCreateCommunicate #architectleddesignbuild #BlueOxGroup #Newmark