October 15, 2024
Cassandra Gillespie

Let the build begin!

Breaking Ground in The West Plaza

We’re thrilled to announce the start of our newest custom home in West Plaza—just two blocks from our office! This project marks a major milestone for Kala, as it’s the first fully custom home our in-house architecture team has designed.


With art deco inspiration and high-performance features throughout, this home will reflect the Kala standard in every detail.



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