Holly & Smith Architects Announces Election of Rohit Sood to Board of Directors

Holly & Smith Architects is pleased to announce the election of Rohit Sood, AIA, LEED AP, ALEP, to the firm’s Board of Directors, effective December 2025. His appointment reflects the firm’s continued focus on sustainable design and long-term resilience in educational and civic projects across Louisiana and the Gulf South.

Sood is a Principal Architect and Director of Sustainability at Holly & Smith Architects, where he has worked since 2004. With more than two decades of experience at the intersection of thoughtful design and environmental responsibility, he brings deep expertise in educational facility planning, sustainable design, and project leadership.

His professional credentials include registration as an architect in Louisiana (2011), LEED Accredited Professional, and Accredited Learning Environment Planner (ALEP).

In his new role on the Board, Sood will help guide firmwide policy, procedures, and strategic initiatives, advancing Holly & Smith Architects’ commitment to resilient, equitable, and high-performing built environments. His Board responsibilities will draw on his leadership in sustainability, project management experience, and collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.

Chairman of the Board Michael Holly, AIA, said on behalf of the organization, “We are delighted to welcome Rohit to the Board. His leadership in sustainability and integrated project delivery strengthens our ability to deliver long-term value for clients and communities across the region.”

Sood said, “I am honored to serve on the Board and to work with our talented team to advance design strategies that prioritize people, performance, and environmental stewardship. Together we will continue to align our practice with the evolving needs of clients and communities.”