People

Erin Kindell

Martin Thompson AIA, LEED AP

Martin has over 20 years of experience in the architectural profession. He enjoys working closely with both public and private clients to realize their vision from concept through construction completion. Martin has worked on a broad range of projects sizes and types including new construction, existing building renovations and historic building preservation/rehabilitation.

Kelly Martinez AIA, CID, LEED AP BD+C

Kelly is passionate about the connection between architecture and education. The desire to contribute to education and architecture carries through in her volunteer work with the AIA MN Architecture in the School Committee. With this group she works in classrooms, sharing her knowledge with students ranging all the way from preschool to high school.

Hayley Selinski

Hayley is is a skilled and dynamic individual offering her wide variety of skills to the Kodet Team as Administrative Assistant. She recognizes the importance of design and understands the in's and out's of an architectural firm.

Kyle Palzer Associate AIA

Since joining Kodet as a student, Kyle has expanded his involvement in the firm. He enjoys the diversity of project types Kodet is known for, and likes seeing projects go from concept to reality. As such, his responsibilities include working through various project phases with an emphasis in construction documentation on a wide variety of project types. These include educational K-12 schools, churches, and transit facilities.

Randall D. Newberg AIA, LEED AP

Randy’s responsibilities at Kodet include project detailing, construction observation, field verification, and coordination of drawings with consultants and engineers. John has worked on all phases of design and construction for many types of buildings ranging from Religious, Historical, Educational, Libraries, and Maintenance.

Ken Stone AIA, LEED AP BD+C, CID

Working as a leader on the team, Kenneth Stone, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, CID, has over 29 years of experience in the architecture field. His experience leading programming, designing, and managing projects allows for projects that meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. He uses his exceptional organizational skills and breadth of technical knowledge to coordinate the daily activities of Kodet’s team while conferring with clients to promote project goals.

Kelly Kalis

Kelly acts as support for the accounting department of Kodet. As accountant, she is involved with project management, time and materials billing, and job cost tracking that provides a snapshot of activity at anytime during the project's movement.

Ashleigh Grizzell

Nathan Evans Director of Marketing

Nate is responsible for the development and creation of all proposals and presentations for prospective clients. In addition, he is responsible for creating and managing all marketing, advertising, and promotional efforts, with a strong background in graphic design he looks to develop visually appealing marketing materials which align with Kodet’s sterling reputation for quality.

David Greco Associate AIA

David holds a Bachelors of Architecture degree from Iowa State University, College of Design and has been practicing as an intern Architect for over a year. David’s collaborative process is a good fit with that of Kodet Architectural Group where all seek appropriate solutions that serve the end users, perform well, and can be delivered efficiently.

Joel Zinnel Associate AIA, LEED AP

Joel brings experience in computer modeling, construction administration, LEED building design and model building to the Kodet design team. His responsibilities include working with consultants, contractors, clients and team members to accurately prepare schematic design, design development and construction documents.

John Brandel Associate AIA, LEED AP

John’s responsibilities at Kodet include strong project management, construction observation, field verification, code research, cost estimating, and coordination of drawings with consultants and engineers. John has worked on all phases of design and construction for many types of buildings ranging from Religious, Historical, Educational, Housing, Libraries, Maintenance, Recreational and Military.

Adrian Chan Associate AIA

Adrian started pursuing architecture because he was always interested in how things were built, how all the details and materials work together, and how they affect the spatial quality of a building. He feels blessed to have the opportunity to be involved in all these aspects every day at work.

Katie Kangas AIA

Katie brings with her an excitement for collaborative design with clients. Her passion for architecture began with drawing and traveling. After completing her Masters of Architecture, she continued classes in the Heritage Conservation and Preservation program. This enabled her to study the preservation of historic buildings, districts, landscapes, and the design and management of cultural heritage sites

Hannah Zey Associate AIA

Hannah  graduated with her Masters of Architecture degree at the University of Minnesota. She is passionate about sustainable design and indoor environmental quality of buildings and is looking forward to focusing on these two areas in her last couple years of school.  In her free time Hannah enjoys being active (especially running, kick-boxing, and playing tennis), going hiking and camping, and watercolor painting.

Sean Leintz Associate AIA

Sean comes from a background in construction, which provided a foundation for his pursuit of a career in architecture. He graduated from Iowa State University College of Design with a Bachelors of Architecture, and moved home to the Minneapolis area to begin his career.

Ed Kodet - Founder

Ed Kodet is the founder of Kodet Architectural Group, Ltd.