CORE VALUES
At the heart of who we are is a set of values that drive vision into action.
Bringing us together. Guiding us forward.
KTGY’s attributes – design, collaboration, care and partnership – distinguish us as a firm, forming a steadfast foundation for our values and behaviors. They guide the stories we tell, inspire us to make a positive impact, illustrate who we are as partners in design, and shape our highly collaborative culture. Our values spring from these traits and are embraced at every level to inspire our team members, promote cohesion and cooperation, ensure quality in our work and support profound partnerships.
ACT RESPECTFULLY
Treat others with respect, embrace diversity and inclusion; value different perspectives and ideas.
BE PASSIONATE
Demonstrate enjoyment of the work; bring excitement to each opportunity; work fearlessly; keep things fun.
BUILD RELATIONSHIPS
Partner selflessly; invite and offer feedback; elevate others’ strengths; listen to understand; share information.
CULTIVATE INNOVATION
Foster creativity and forward thinking, explore new ideas; connect with and inspire people through storytelling.
EARN TRUST
Act with integrity, be honest, transparent and supportive; practice authenticity.
REMAIN ACCOUNTABLE
Honor commitments; do what’s right; own our outcomes, acknowledge mistakes.
STAY CURIOUS
Seek insight, knowledge and continuous learning, pursue the continuous search for better.
Making Our Commitments Felt
These values and behaviors are the DNA of the firm. We arrived at this statement of belief because this is what matters to us, and we would not be KTGY without it. Caring for the communities in which we work, supporting our team members and clearly realizing the client’s vision are complementary processes.
Groundbreaking design comes from passionate minds working in collaboration, earnestly and humbly seeking the best outcome for the firm, the client and communities. And the spark of innovation is kindled in the people-focused and value-led culture we’ve developed.
By living our ideas, we make KTGY, Where Design Lives. In realizing this vision, we set a standard for ourselves that shows everyone working with us the level of consistency, quality and passion that they can expect.
It starts with scouting for passionate, innovative designers who approach their work with a learner’s curiosity and joy for their craft. We support our team members as they nurture strong partnerships with clients and those who enable us to create thriving environments for communities everywhere.
The support and trust we give extends to how we give back to through team-member led initiatives that demonstrate care for the context in which we live and work. By living our values, we translate ideas into action.
“We support each other, firm wide. Being surrounded by so much expertise allows you to pick up the knowledge others share, which triggers endless learning. I love being part of a company that is engaged in its community, continuously gives back and leaves a positive impact.”
Cecilia Cardenas-Gomez,
Senior Project Manager
EXPERTISE
KTGY’s expertise stems from our diverse skills and passions and allows us to realize new possibilities for people through four complementary areas of design: architecture, interior design, branded environments and urban design. This service network empowers our clients to realize bold concepts.
JOIN OUR TEAM
At KTGY, we’re all about how people live. And that starts with how we design, create, and collaborate at the human level—with clients and each other. Become a member of the KTGY team.
