Residential & Commercial Architect · Kansas City
Design built
to last.
A licensed architect who listens first, then delivers stamped, code-ready designs for everything from a fixer-upper to a multi-story commercial build. One firm, residential and commercial, across 13 states.
Two paths, one architect
Where does your project start?
For homeowners
Residential
Custom homes, remodels, and additions, designed around how you actually live, on your real budget. We take the projects big firms turn away.
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For businesses & developers
Commercial
Offices, cafés, industrial, civic, mixed-use, and multi-family, efficient, code-tight buildings documented so contractors can bid and build them.
Explore commercialWhat we design
Full-service design, every building type.
On the boards & built
Selected work.
Why clients trust Caton
A licensed architect, not a salesperson.
Our job as an architect is to listen to the client and design a solution to their problem. The classification of a building doesn't dictate the answer. Research does. Every design starts with the people who will use it.
“Everyone laughed us off because we weren't some big-time contractor. We'd almost given up, until we met Shawn.”
DIY home renovation
“A talented and effective team with budget-friendly designs. I'd strongly recommend Caton for any homeowner looking for renovations.”
Bathroom & kitchen remodel · Thumbtack
“The experience and attention to detail sets Shawn and his team apart.”
Whole-home remodel · Thumbtack
“The greatest architect that I've ever worked with.”
Commercial remodel · Thumbtack
“Followed directions and allowed for all my quirky details, and gave some great advice along the way.”
New home construction · Thumbtack
“Great to work with and very prompt. My husband and I are very pleased.”
Home remodel · Thumbtack
How we work
A clear path from idea to permit.
Listen
We start with your problem, your site, and your budget, not a template.
Design
Concepts and 3D renderings so you can see it before you commit.
Document
Stamped, code-compliant construction drawings your city will accept.
Support
We coordinate permitting and stay with you through construction.
Kansas City & beyond
Proudly serving the entire KC metro.
Based in Kansas City, licensed in 13 states, and experienced from local remodels to international builds.
Start your project- Kansas City
- Independence
- Lee's Summit
- Blue Springs
- Raytown
- Grandview
- Belton
- Raymore
- Harrisonville
- Grain Valley
- Pleasant Hill
- Overland Park
- Olathe
- Shawnee
- Lenexa
- Leawood
- Prairie Village
- Mission
- Merriam
- Gardner
- Spring Hill
- De Soto
Start your project
Let's design something worth building.
Tell us about your project. You'll talk directly to Shawn, a licensed architect, not a salesperson.