Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architects for Funeral Homes & Cemetery Design
JST Architects has been a trusted leader in the death care industry since 1975, specializing in architectural and interior design for funeral homes, cemeteries, and mausoleums. Our team of licensed architects and interior designers brings decades of experience and a compassionate approach to every project, ensuring solutions that meet both functional and aesthetic needs. With licenses in over 40 states and affiliations with professional organizations like the American Institute of Architects, we combine technical expertise with deep industry knowledge. Our principals, Bob Killingsworth and John Gary, have led the firm since 1991, overseeing seamless collaboration between JST Architects and JST Interiors. We excel in navigating complex environmental and zoning requirements while delivering tailored designs that respect client visions and community sensitivities.From concept to completion, our services include architectural design, cemetery planning, mausoleum development, and architectural imaging to support marketing and approvals. Our nationwide portfolio demonstrates a commitment to quality, innovation, and sensitivity in serving funeral directors and cemeterians. By integrating architectural and interior design, we ensure cohesive solutions that enhance functionality and emotional resonance. With over 45 years of experience, we remain dedicated to advancing design excellence in the death care industry.
Services
Architecture
Interiors
Mausoleums
Cemetery Planning
Architectural Imaging
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of specialized experience in death care design.
- Our team holds licenses in over 40 U.S. states.
- We provide comprehensive services from concept to completion.
- Our compassionate approach prioritizes client and community needs.
- We integrate architectural and interior design for cohesive results.
Services
Architecture
JST Architects provides specialized architectural design for funeral homes, cemeteries, and mausoleums. Our licensed team delivers expedited solutions tailored to client needs, navigating complex zoning and environmental regulations. From concept to occupancy, we ensure functional, code-compliant spaces that honor community and cultural sensitivities.
Interiors
Our interior design team creates functional, respectful spaces for funeral homes. We develop customized layouts, select materials and furnishings, and manage installations to align with client budgets and schedules. Our expertise ensures environments that balance practicality with emotional resonance for grieving families.
Mausoleums
We design cost-effective, flexible mausoleums and columbariums that maximize investment returns. Our approach allows clients to explore design/build alternatives while ensuring seamless integration with funeral home architecture. Services include project scoping, material selection, and construction contract guidance.
Cemetery Planning
JST Architects optimizes cemetery land resources through strategic planning. We assist with site surveys, zoning approvals, and infrastructure design for private and public clients. Our services include entrance design, landscape integration, and development of crematory and memorial facilities to enhance inventory capacity and marketability.
Architectural Imaging
Our imaging services produce 3D renderings, animations, and photomontages to support design communication and marketing. These tools aid in conceptual analysis, investor presentations, and zoning approvals, ensuring clear visualization of projects before construction begins through digital and print media.
People
Bob Killingsworth
President
Bob Killingsworth co-founded JST Architects in 1991 after joining the firm in 1985. He leads architectural design and project management, emphasizing technical precision and client collaboration. His expertise spans funeral home and cemetery design nationwide.
John Gary
Vice President
John Gary, a licensed architect and interior designer, specializes in environmental compliance and urban planning. He co-acquired JST Architects in 1991, focusing on complex projects in major metropolitan areas while ensuring regulatory adherence and design excellence.
Questions
What services does JST Architects specialize in?
We specialize in architectural and interior design for funeral homes, cemeteries, mausoleums, and crematory facilities, along with cemetery planning and architectural imaging services.
How long has JST Architects been in business?
JST Architects has served the death care industry since its founding in 1975, with over 45 years of specialized experience.
Do you work with clients outside Texas?
Yes, our team holds licenses in over 40 states and provides services nationwide to funeral directors and cemeterians.
How do you handle complex zoning requirements?
Our team has extensive experience navigating sensitive zoning, environmental, and permitting processes, particularly in urban areas like Los Angeles and New York.
Can you assist with both new builds and renovations?
Yes, we specialize in new construction, additions, and renovations for historic funeral homes and cemetery facilities.
