Steven Holl (born 1947) is an American architect renowned for his poetic approach to architecture, blending light, materiality, and spatial exploration. A graduate of the University of Washington and the Architectural Association in London, he founded Steven Holl Architects in 1976. His acclaimed projects include the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art expansion, the Linked Hybrid in Beijing, and the REACH expansion at the Kennedy Center. Holl’s designs emphasize phenomenology, creating immersive experiences through thoughtful use of light and form. An influential educator and writer, he continues to push the boundaries of contemporary architecture with a deep commitment to artistic and conceptual integrity.