Holden Spaht

Holden Spaht is a Lecturer at the School of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology. He is also a co-founder and partner of Atlanta-based architecture and design firm Gentle Works. His professional career spans 15 years with award-winning projects ranging from large-scale master plans to adaptive reuse projects and hospitality environments.

• Education: BA History (University of Georgia), MArch (Georgia Tech), MCP (Georgia Tech City & Regional Planning)

His design practice bridges architecture, landscape, and interiors with a focus on adaptive reuse and context-sensitive solutions. Specializes in multi-scale design integration across physical, cultural, and historical contexts. Notable expertise includes food/beverage hospitality spaces and retail environments.

His interdisciplinary background combines urban planning, architecture, and historical preservation to create contextually aware built environments.