William L. Kite, Jr, FAIA founded the firm in 1974. Over the last four decades the firm has had several name changes, while growing and prospering with Bill’s design talent and commitment to quality.

He has received numerous design awards and recognition for his work, including a National AIA Honor Award for Outstanding Interiors – the only living Rhode Island architect to have acheived this honor. His work has been widely published and exhibited, and he was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows in 2005 for his design contributions.

In 2001, Bill was honored to receive the “Frederick C. Williamson Professional Service Award” from the Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. He previously received the first “Career Membership Award” given by the Rhode Island Chapter American Institute of Architects. He was honored by inclusion in the Providence Preservation Society 50th Hall of Fame, and was a trustee of the Providence Preservation Society and co-chair and active member of the PPS Planning and Architecture Review Board for many years.