Kato Smith, AIA

Current

• Vice-President, Board of Registration for Architects and Landscape Architects at State of Indiana
• President/Principal at Kato Design Studio

Past

• City Councilman At-Large at CIty of Anderson, Indiana
• Associate Professor at Ball State University
• Architectural Designer at JSK Architects

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Education

• Ball State University
• Ball State University

Recommended

6 people have recommended Kato

Connections

170 connections

Industry

Architecture & Planning

Websites

• My Company

Kato Smith, AIA’s Summary

Kato Design Studio operates under the belief that all design is interrelated and needs to be developed as a whole. In the design process, emphasis is put on the entire effect of the project rather than one element of a design. Kato Design Studio offers a wide range of services, and works to ensure a comprehensive design solution through its diverse expertise. Every project presents a new set of criteria that requires individual attention, which is only possible in a small office setting. Kato Smith, AIA oversees every project with primary concern and keeps his staff educated and up to date on the latest building practices and techniques.

Kato Design Studio was formed in 1994 by Kato Smith, AIA, who received both the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Bachelor of Architecture Degrees from Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning. Kato Design Studio provides a comprehensive, sustainable approach to clients seeking an architectural solution to meet their uniquely contemporary needs. Whether a small, private retail venture or a large corporate headquarter, understanding and meeting the specific needs of every user is the goal of each project. The services rendered depend upon the scope of the work and the desire of the client. The firm’s expertise ranges from initial space planning to construction observation of the complete building process.

Kato Smith, AIA’s Specialties:

Custom Homes and Historic Preservation, New construction of both commercial and residential projects, Remodeling and adaptive reuse projects.

Kato Smith, AIA’s Experience

• Vice-President, Board of Registration for Architects and Landscape Architects

  State of Indiana

  (Government Agency; Government Administration industry)

  January 2008 — Present (2 years )

• President/Principal

  Kato Design Studio

  (Architecture & Planning industry)

  April 1994 — Present (15 years 9 months)

  Kato Design Studio is a full service architectural company working in both commercial and residential design. We work in new construction, historic preservation and renovation, and all types of remodeling projects.

• City Councilman At-Large

  CIty of Anderson, Indiana

  (Government Agency; 201-500 employees; Government Administration industry)

  January 2004 — December 2007 (4 years )

  City Councilman representing a community of 58,000 residents. Oversaw and approved the City budget, wrote and passed various legislation, and acted as a City wide representative of the people.

• Associate Professor

  Ball State University

  (Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

  January 2002 — June 2002 (6 months)

  Taught art for architecture, landscape architecture, and urban planning students.

• Architectural Designer

  JSK Architects

  (Architecture & Planning industry)

  1984 — 1994 (10 years )

Additional Information

Kato Smith, AIA’s Websites:

• My Company

Kato Smith, AIA’s Interests:

professional networking, painting, art, travel, reading.

Kato Smith, AIA’s Groups:

The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
The National Council of Architects Registration Board (NCARB)
Mount Moriah Masonic Lodge No 77 F & A M
Ancient Accepted Scottish RIte, Valley of Indianapolis, Historic Landmarks of Indiana

•    Ball State University Alumni Association (Official)
•    Ancient Free & Accepted Masons (AF&AM)
•    Smaller Indiana
•    National Trust for Historic Preservation
•    Freemason Professionals
•    Job Openings, Job Leads and Job Connections!
•    Ball State Executive Group
•    The International Business Development Institute

Kato Smith, AIA’s Honors:

AIA Citizen Architect Recognition - 2009
Associated Builders & Contractors Award of Excellence for Central School Senior Apartments - 2008
Ball State University G.O.L.D. Award (Graduate of the last Decade), 2004
Associated Builders & Contractors Award of Excellence for Bixby's Cafe casework design - 2003
Associated Builders & Contractors Award of Honor for Lehman's Addition - 2002
Indianapolis Home Style Magazine, Mulis Residence, 2001 Edition
Indianapolis Home Style Magazine, Reginold Residence, 2000 Edition
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International, 1999