Holden Architects

Holden Architects is a full-service professional design firm with a national presence, founded in 1981. Our practice is diversified, with an emphasis on designing hospitality, institutional, educational, and food service facilities. We are licensed to practice architecture in multiple states, including Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Alabama, Oklahoma, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Florida, and Mississippi.

Our Team

At Holden Architects, we believe that a spirit of genuine collaboration is at the heart of the design process. Our focused design studios initiate each project with creativity and inspiration. We earn the trust and confidence of our clients by involving them throughout the process as active members of a team dedicated to their project from concept through completion. Our diverse team of architects, architectural interns, and interior designers is dedicated to meeting the unique needs and challenges of each project.

Our Design Process

Our design process is centered around commitment, communication, and coordination. We begin with a commitment to provide each client with high-quality, responsive service. Design evolves out of an interactive planning process that combines discussion, listening, creativity, and teamwork, which is directly responsive to a client's program requirements and financial resources. Our goal is to design innovative architectural solutions on time and within budget.

Our Services

At Holden Architects, we pride ourselves on the ability to work as a team to achieve the goals of our clients. We offer a range of services, including:

• Programming
• Master Planning
• Full Architectural Services
• Code Research
• Cost Modeling
• Urban Planning
• Project Visualization/Building Information Modeling
• LEED Services

Our Experience

Over the years, we have had the privilege of working on a wide range of projects, including:

• Programming and design for institutional, educational, food service, and retail facilities
• Master planning for city and parish master plans, riverfront master plans, and park master plans
• Design of institutional and commercial buildings, including police department headquarters, fire department headquarters, and municipal buildings
• Design of sports and recreation facilities, including tennis centers, soccer complexes, and community recreation centers
• Preservation and restoration of historic buildings, including plantations and historic landmarks
• Commercial and retail design, including office buildings, restaurants, and entertainment venues

Our Team Members

Our team members are experienced professionals with a passion for design and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients. We are proud to have the following experts on our team:

• Kyle Smith, AIA, LEED AP, 2017 AIA Baton Rouge President, with over 14 years of experience in the field

The Latest News

At Holden Architects, we are dedicated to staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends and developments. We are committed to providing our clients with innovative and sustainable design solutions that meet their unique needs and goals.