Stahl & Kinsey was a Detroit architectural firm that had a significant impact on the city’s residential development scene during its booming industrial era.
Their designs emphasized quality masonry, classical balance, and an architectural confidence well-suited for the aesthetic of elite neighborhoods like Indian Village, where you’ll find the Stahl & Kinsey property, the Charles H. Heller House, at 2985 Iroquois.
The firm’s greatest strength is creating homes that appeared both stately and approachable – polished without sacrificing comfort, with high-quality detailing that’s easily observable in their brick and trim work.
Stahl & Kinsey’s contribution underscores the collective achievement of Indian Village – a neighborhood where every home was thoughtfully architected, resulting in one of Detroit’s most enduring and architecturally cohesive historic districts.

