Culture
At Kahler Slater, your voice matters.
Great design comes from a balance of autonomy and respectful collaboration. Every role is highly valued, and every person is trusted to contribute to Kahler Slater’s purpose. Together, we celebrate curiosity, think optimistically, and encourage fun.
Purpose + Values
Our purpose is to design to enrich life and achieve powerful results. We are guided and influenced by our values.
Integrity
Honest intent, to our clients and each other.
Passion
Encouragement and support to do what drives us.
Creativity
Actively seeking new perspectives and solutions.
Openness
Sharing information makes us stronger and smarter.
Diversity
Celebrating differences because they are our strengths.
Community
Sharing and living our values in our community.
Trusting Relationships
Valuing honesty and mutual respect to do our best together.
Respectful Collaboration
Positively, professionally challenging and supporting each other.
Studios
Our spaces in Milwaukee, Chicago, Madison, and Richmond are designed to support individual needs while encouraging interaction so that the best ideas are shared and explored. Each office is located in a vibrant urban area that allows our staff to embrace the culture and amenities of that city. With ample collaboration spaces, flexible furniture, and outdoor patios, we aim to make our spaces a reflection of what we value.
Community
Community involvement and volunteerism is integral to who we are. We are dedicated to finding ways to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the communities we live, work, and serve. Our support includes donations of our time, talents, and resources.
Our Community Partners
Groundwork Milwaukee
2023-2025 Partnership
Heartland Farm Sanctuary
2023-2025 Partnership
Greater Chicago Food Depository
2023-2025 Partnership
Shalom Farms
2023-2025 Partnership
United Way
Milwaukee and Madison partner for over 20 years
UPAF
Partner for over 20 years
Kahler Slater Studio
The Kahler Slater Studio is a collaborative graduate studio bringing together the: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Operating in a new paradigm of architectural education, students will study in an immersive environment within Kahler Slater’s Chicago and Milwaukee offices, showcasing the richness of collaboration between academia and practice.
