Mr. Morris is the President of Holly & Smith Architects and has served as the Founder and Director of the New Orleans Studio for over 14 years. As a licensed professional with more than 30 years of diverse experience, Kevin’s tenacity has led the team to successfully complete many technically sophisticated and logistically challenging projects throughout southeast Louisiana. Rarely content to sit still, Kevin is actively involved in numerous facets of a project’s development, including programming, planning, design, production, and construction administration. He is passionate about design and deeply committed to seeking simple, creative, and elegant solutions.

Kevin’s personality and infectious sense of humor make him an ideal leader for H/S in the arena of marketing and business development. His technical knowledge and experience have earned him respect and strong relationships with colleagues throughout the architectural and construction community.

Within the profession, Mr. Morris is actively involved in the AIA, having previously served in numerous state and local leadership positions. He maintains NCARB certification as well as various technical certifications through the Construction Specifications Institute. As a faith-driven individual, Kevin is a member of Legatus New Orleans and is actively involved with his local church parish, where he serves weekly in the music ministry and participates in special events. He is also a member of The Green Project of New Orleans and currently serves on its Board of Directors.

If that were not enough, his professional career and spiritual life are balanced by his dedication to family and a wide range of personal interests, including music, fishing, golf, volleyball, cooking, and automotive repair.

Thought Leadership:

Adaptive Reuse: Transformation of a Hospital’s Vacant Med-Surg Wing into a State-of-the-Art ICU