what people are saying
"Having built before I can say it is rare that from beginning to end of a building project one is completely happy through the entire process. Yet this was the case for me in building our home with RKA. Our home is exquisite and a work of art, yet it’s comfortable, livable and enables our family of five to live our best lives. It welcomes in the beauty of the natural surroundings and functions perfectly for our family’s needs. Chris, Rocky and their team are not only talented and deeply thoughtful designers but a joy to work with and earned our deepest trust."
-Jennifer & Steve Anderson, Clients
"The design speaks for itself. It's magnificent, but what really stood out was the process. I've built several houses in the past and it has always been a lot of aggravation and stress. Working with Chris and Rocky was a pleasure, from the beginning planning stages right up to moving in. We enjoyed every minute of it, and have continued to be thrilled with our house 9 years later."
-Jeff Thue, Client
"Chris Kempel is our astoundingly talented and detail-oriented architect. His attention to detail and craft is reflected in every aspect of our homes. They are like pieces of art that also enable a productive and fun life."
-Homeowners, for whom RKA built houses in California and Oregon
"Living in your design is like living in a piece of art."
-Walter Harrison, Client
"Our home is truly a stunning masterpiece and living there as a family has been a dream come true."
-Willamette Valley Residents
"They are almost old fashion in their deep concern for clients...doing what is right and at the same time having fun doing it."
-Ann Banning-Wright, CEO Bright Operations
"We primarily worked with Christopher Kempel, who was highly responsive throughout the process. The home was exceedingly well thought-out and we appreciated both his keen attention to detail in the plans and his eye for clean design and detailing that was enjoyable to build."
-Hammer & Hand Builders
"They are extremely creative and talented. A real pleasure to work with, a very professional company. I highly recommend working with them. As a builder I know how important it is to have a competent architecture firm on the team."
-Jeff Wilson, Wilson Construction
"We found them to be highly professional, responsive, willing to explore new ideas and prepared very detailed, extensive drawings. Most of all, the project, design wise, is one of the highlights of our 30 year history. It's won numerous awards and has held up very well over the years."
-Joel Fischer, Fischer Construction
"I have worked with Chris and Rocky on many projects and they are great. They are very professional and detailed. I have worked with a lot of architects before and these guys are the top in the industry. If you are looking for honesty, talent, organization, and professionalism, then you found your partner."
-Kirk Attoian, Interior Technologies
"I worked with RKA on a large modern home in Sheridan, Oregon and was extremely impressed with the overall design of the home and attention to detail to the construction drawings. Chris and Rocky were both very involved in the process and each brought their own special talents to the home with amazing professionalism."
-Mike Cowan, Cowan Construction, LLC
"Rockefeller Kempel was our architect of record on the renovation of the Hotel Figueroa, without whom we would not have won the many awards that have come our way in the last 12 months. As one of the owners of the Hotel Figueroa and as someone who worked with RKA on a daily basis for over 2 years, I can recommend them without reservation.”
-Jack vanHartesvelt, Hartland Hotel Group, Partner
"I have had the unique pleasure of working with the team at Rockefeller Kempel Architects as both a client and as part of their design team on a number of projects (both commercial and hospitality) as an MEP Design Consultant. I can say without hesitation that the team at RKA are among the best I have ever worked with.”
-Dawn MacFadyen, AMA Consulting Engineers, Managing Principal
"RKA specifically have worked with us on several projects, Dream Hotel lobby bar, Avenue nightclub, Hotel Barclay and they are also the Architect of record on the Hollywood Citizen News building. The RKA team is very diligent, experienced, and a pleasure to work with. They are very creative, solution orientated architects and design to keep costs under control, while keeping the wow factor elements all while meeting building codes."
-Demien Farrell, Relevant Group Partner, VP of Development
"Over the past 10 years, AndersonPacific, LLC, has engaged RKA in a myriad of projects throughout CA, ranging from intimate public/private spaces to high-rise ground up projects. They are a true 'client's-architect' - thinking like an owner, understanding the importance of adhering to a project budget, the technical nuances of a project, while not sacrificing design quality or intent. They are quintessential professionals, highly compliment our team, and enhance our firm's development vision."
-Ryan Altoon, Anderson Pacific, LLC, Executive Vice President
“RKA helped me build my dream restaurant! They are great listeners who build excellent creative vision and match it with responsible execution. They provided an amazing experience.”
-Jimmy Williams, J Nichols Kitchen, Owner
"As a client, I was impressed with RKA’s attention to detail from start to finish and the ability to patiently guide us through the process of bringing our ideas into reality. They took time to learn and understand our firm and found opportunities to weave in unique design elements while working within our budget. Their knowledge of materials, finishes and textiles is impressive and combined with the ability to organize and attention to details, I can’t recommend RKA highly enough."
-Dawn MacFadyen, AMA Consulting Engineers, Managing Principal
