About

Experience

Since 1987, KRA has offered complete architectural, master planning, and construction administration services for a diverse range of projects including new construction, additions, and renovations for residential, commercial, resort, recreational, educational, and government facilities.

In addition to the repeat patronage of several local clients, KRA also enjoys a nationwide client base. KRA’s diversified background has provided us with the skills and knowledge to design and efficiently manage projects of all types and sizes, from the smallest tenant spaces to multi-million dollar developments. In addition to the firm’s diverse portfolio, our staff members have a wide range of experience in various stages of the design and construction process, offering a multi-faceted pool of expertise for each project.

Additionally, firm members belong to the Construction Specifications Institute, International Code Council, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, and The American Society of Interior Designers. Locally we belong to the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce and the Home Builders Association of Hilton Head.

Principals

Michael Kronimus

Executive Principal

A graduate of New York Institute of Technology, Michael Kronimus holds NCARB certification and is licensed in more than a dozen states. His diverse experience includes commercial, residential, historic preservation, institutional and hospitality projects. Michael is nationally recognized for his eclectic cinema and theme designs working with Hoyts Cinemas, Disney, and Toll Brothers. While Michael is the lead designer in most large commercial projects, he also enjoys working on large scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

Staff

Kevin Grenier

Associate Principal

Kevin Grenier serves as a KRA project manager for both commercial and residential projects. Kevin has designed and managed hundreds of projects ranging from residential to multi-million dollar commercial, institutional, and mixed-use projects. Kevin graduated from Norwich University with a Bachelor of Architecture and is NCARB certified with registrations in South Carolina, Vermont, New York, and the US Virgin Islands.

Zach Brown

Director of Residential Architecture

Since 2012, Zach has honed his craft by creating thoughtful, efficient, and most importantly, beautiful homes tailored to his clients. From 2007-2011, Zach worked towards his degrees while also assisting his 2nd generation family construction business in North Carolina. This field experience strengthens Zach's understanding of the underpinning of his designs to ensure efficiency and practicality. This, along with his dedication to create unique pieces of architecture, yields a seamless design process and a personalized home for each client. Zach ultimately graduated from Savannah College of Art and Design with his Bachelor of Art in Architecture (2014) and Master of Architecture (2016). He joined KRA Architecture in 2021 as Director of Residential Architecture. He is married to Ashley Adams Brown, a local real estate attorney, and they have three beautiful daughters. Zach is a member of the Church of Cross and enjoys spending time with his family in the local waterways.

Paola Perez

Project Manager

Paola Perez is an experienced architectural designer with a demonstrated history of working in both commercial and residential architecture. Paola graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Paola’s strong skills in architectural software and comprehensive understanding of architectural materials and composition are vital to the production of design development and construction drawings at KRA.

Kathy Hegan

Office Manager / Bookkeeper

As Bookkeeper and Office Manager for KRA, Kathy Hegan is a key team member for running the business behind the architecture. Originally from Wisconsin, Kathy has been a resident of the Lowcountry for over twenty years. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee with a Business Administration degree. Prior to joining KRA, Kathy worked at the director level in the healthcare industry for 20+ years. During her career, she participated in the financial and logistical coordination of multiple commercial construction projects.

About KRA