Andy Kennedy

As a Principal in Beck’s Austin office, Andy leads design strategy and helps shape the studio’s design culture. He guides projects and teams from concept through delivery. His work reflects clear ideas, responsiveness to context and a deep commitment to craft. Through design, he uses creativity to solve problems and shape thoughtful, high-performing architecture. He challenges teams to think differently and helps translate strong concepts into well-resolved buildings.

With more than 20 years of experience, Andy has worked across cultural, hospitality, commercial, mixed-use, higher education and urban residential projects. His experience also includes international design competitions. His portfolio includes RiverSouth, 500 West 5th, SLS Tower 4, the Dell Jewish Community Center and the expansion of Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa.

Andy views architecture as an opportunity to shape cities, strengthen communities and enrich everyday experiences. For Andy, collaboration and mentorship are essential to a strong design culture. He believes the best work comes from teams that pair creative vision with rigor and diverse perspectives. Beyond his work at Beck, Andy stays connected to the Austin community through AIA, ULI and the Real Estate Council of Austin.

Andy holds a Master of Architecture from Texas Tech University. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring Austin and the Hill Country with his family. He also enjoys mountain biking, fly fishing and coaching youth baseball.