HMC Architects

Alan is HMC’s Chief People Officer. With over a decade of senior HR leadership, he is passionate about the employee experience and creating a workplace in which people are motivated and thrive. He loves understanding and supporting authentic employee engagement and is focused on attracting, developing, rewarding, and retaining HMC’s greatest asset, its human talent.

Bill Kwon is a seasoned technology professional renowned for his visionary approach to integrating cutting-edge technologies in architecture. With a background steeped in technology strategy and implementation, he consistently drives advancements in digital architecture solutions. Bill is firmly is committed to advancing HMC’s purpose to Design for Good, ensuring that every technological decision positively impacts the built environment and user experiences. With a passion for innovation, he inspires teams to redefine the architectural landscape, striving for sustainable and impactful solutions that enhance communities and enrich lives.

As HMC’s Pre-K-12 Practice Leader, Brian is responsible for the strategic planning, direction, and management of the firm’s PreK-12 practice. He has more than 20 years of experience spanning all aspects of educational planning and design. He has earned an amazing reputation among clients and teammates for his project management style which encourages consensus building and seeks to ensure successful project delivery within tight time and budget restrictions.

As managing principal in HMC's Seattle office, Caroline brings exceptional communication, organization, and technical expertise to every project and deep knowledge of design review and building code processes. She believes successful outcomes stem from genuinely listening to clients and aligning the team to meet shared goals. For over 20 years, Caroline has led highly complex projects, building collaborative, focused, consistently delivering teams. Her leadership style fosters clarity, teamwork, and accountability at every stage. With a strong commitment to service and quality, she ensures each project reflects the client’s vision while navigating the regulatory landscape with precision and insight.

James is HMC's higher education practice leader. He is passionate about the intersection of creativity, intellectual pursuit, and the ability to positively impact people’s lives. James has 25 years of experience in higher education design. His experience spans all aspects of a campus environment, including student housing, student centers, and academic buildings. He has a strong commitment towards the architectural community and his neighborhood community. James is an active member of ACUHO-i and regularly writes and speaks on topics such as gender, equity, and the pivotal role of housing in fostering student engagement. He is also the president of the Claremont High School Girls Soccer Boosters and an assistant scoutmaster with a local Boy Scouts troop.

Kevin is a distinguished architect with over 29 years of experience, specializing in higher education, healthcare, and civic planning. His expertise spans architectural design, project management, and operational excellence. Notable for his leadership, he has led significant HMC projects, including the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California’s Engineering Building Study and the Manhattan Beach Begg Pool Facility Study. Committed to democratic design, he mentors underrepresented architects, emphasizing inclusive principles. Joining HMC in 2022, Kevin prioritizes public-oriented architecture, driven by his dedication to inclusivity.

As the managing principal at HMC’s Los Angeles studio, Kristina supports the growth and development of an exceptionally talented team to deliver design excellence to clients. She is an experienced architect with over 25 years of experience specializing in complex higher education projects at universities and colleges throughout California. She has led teams for both new construction and major renovations of multiple types of campus housing, libraries, and performing arts centers. As a certified Design-Build professional, Kristina believes there is tremendous value in the interaction and knowledge that contractors can bring to the design process.

Marko is a Managing Principal at HMC’s San Jose studio. He has over 20 years of experience designing education, healthcare and community facilities. As one of HMC’s regenerative design leaders, he strives to instill innovative ideas into high-performance design solutions that positively impact learning and healing environments. An award-winning designer, many of his projects are recognized for high levels of sustainability and have achieved industry recognition. Most notably, Evergreen Valley College, Math and Science Complex and Evergreen Valley College, Fitness Center were awarded LEED Platinum. CSU Monterey Bay, Joel and Dena Gambord Business and Information Technology Building is placed on net-zero energy emerging list and received LEED Platinum certification.

Kelly Morrison has spent her career combining strategy and creativity to make a meaningful impact on several international architectural firms in the Los Angeles area. An experienced design professional with a B.S. in advertising and a focus on creative thinking from The University of Texas at Austin, Kelly loves to communicate the unique and original aspects of a project and seeks out opportunities to highlight the people and teams that make our work exceptional. Passionate about sustainable and resilient strategies, she is interested in creating a better, more just world through design and making a positive impact for all‒users, clients, communities, and the planet. Kelly cut her teeth on alternative delivery competitions and, for over a decade, has helped to win $2.8 billion in Design-Build work throughout Southern California. Her tailored marketing approach focuses on reflecting a client's identity and aspirations throughout the pursuit process to communicate the care and craft the design team will take in the project itself.

Susan is a managing principal in HMC's Seattle office. She excels in managing and designing PreK-12 projects, blending technical expertise with a sharp design eye and strong leadership skills. As a project manager, she serves as the primary day-to-day contact for clients and teams, guiding projects toward their goals with clarity and purpose. Susan is adept at maintaining schedules, managing budgets, coordinating sub-consultants, facilitating presentations, and leading permitting efforts. Her service-driven mindset and commitment ensure each project is thoughtfully executed from start to finish. Clients value her clear communication, collaborative approach, and unwavering dedication to delivering high-quality outcomes.

As Executive Vice President, Operations, Arturo has more than 20 years of experience providing master planning, design leadership, and project management services in education, healthcare, civic, and community projects. He has worked successfully with a wide range of public and private clients in the development of projects up to one-half million square feet.

Hector strives to find innovative solutions that enhance the patient experience, push the sustainability envelope, and deliver high quality projects that meet his client’s business goals. He has more than 18 years of experience in healthcare architecture leading many of HMC’s most complex and largest new construction, renovation, and expansion projects. Hector is a patient, hard-worker who pushes himself to deliver the best for his clients. His dedication and commitment to achieve the client’s goals has fortified his reputation within the healthcare design community.

Karen is the Founder and Principal of A3K Consulting, LLC, a premier consortium of management consultants dedicated to the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. With over 25 years of experience, Karen leads a talented team committed to crafting transformative business strategies. Her expertise is helping clients align their organizational mission, vision, and core values with short- and long-term goals. Karen’s collaborative approach fosters stakeholder engagement and drives the successful execution of financial, operational, structural, and market share objectives.

Karen advocates for justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the design and construction professions. She served as the Executive Producer and cohost of "Breaking the Silence of Design," a podcast addressing these issues. Additionally, Karen imparts her knowledge as an adjunct lecturer at California Baptist University’s Architecture School, specializing in professional practice. A prolific writer, she has published over 100 articles on the business aspects of architecture, contributing significantly to the field's body of knowledge.

As the managing principal at HMC’s Los Angeles studio, Kristina supports the growth and development of an exceptionally talented team to deliver design excellence to clients. She is an experienced architect with over 25 years of experience specializing in complex higher education projects at universities and colleges throughout California. She has led teams for both new construction and major renovations of multiple types of campus housing, libraries, and performing arts centers. As a certified Design-Build professional, Kristina believes there is tremendous value in the interaction and knowledge that contractors can bring to the design process.

As HMC’s chief financial officer, Matt is responsible for all financial and business services operations of the firm including strategies and metrics, internal controls, capital investments, risk management, finance and accounting, and operational analysis. Since he joined HMC in 2007, he has advanced systems and methods of financial analysis, increased studio operational acumen and performance, and worked with PreK-12 clients on long-range facility and capital outlay planning. He is passionate about process improvement, data analytics, and developing innovative solutions to help HMC achieve its financial goals.

Mike is an accomplished former CFO and Board Member of CH2M Hill and a previous Senior Partner with Ernst & Young, where he led their Global Engineering and Construction Practice and Global Infrastructure Practices. With a wealth of experience in strategic advisory services, Mike now supports Boards of Directors, Management Teams, and Private Equity Firms across various industries, including Aerospace, Engineering and Construction, High Technology, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

His expertise encompasses various services such as strategy, strategic planning, due diligence, merger and acquisition structuring, integration, and operational performance improvement. Mike has been a non-executive Board Member for Balfour Beatty, an FTSE 150 Company, since 2017, a Board Member for Psomas since 2015, and an Advisory Board Member for Anchor QEA, LLC since 2019. In addition, he provides consulting services to various other boards, leveraging his extensive experience to drive growth and efficiency. Mike's strategic insights and leadership continue to influence and enhance the operations of the organizations he advises, making him a sought-after expert in his field.