Kouba + Knoop Associates, Inc. is a distinguished architectural firm based in St. Louis, Missouri, dedicated to designing educational and religious facilities. Established in 1966, the firm has built a strong reputation through its extensive portfolio, which includes projects across central and eastern Missouri and western Illinois. With a focus on collaboration, Kouba + Knoop Associates has partnered with over ten school districts and more than 400 church congregations to create spaces that foster worship and learning.
The firm specializes in site feasibility and master planning, ensuring each project aligns with the unique needs and vision of its clients. Whether maximizing existing facilities or creating new environments, Kouba + Knoop is committed to developing flexible spaces that meet specific program requirements. Their design process is characterized by an open studio environment that encourages team collaboration and direct engagement with clients. This approach ensures that the building projects reflect the actual needs of their users, resulting in designs that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.
Sustainability is a core value of Kouba + Knoop Associates, as evidenced by the firm's commitment to achieving LEED certification for many of its recent projects. The architects strive to balance design quality with environmental stewardship and economic feasibility, using efficient construction practices and eco-friendly materials to minimize long-term impacts.
Through thoughtful design that integrates the principles of strength, utility, and beauty, Kouba + Knoop Associates aims to provide the community with buildings that endure and enhance the organizational image and fulfill the mission of worship and education. With a passion for creating meaningful spaces, Kouba + Knoop is excited to explore how they can elevate future building projects in partnership with their clients.
